Stoney’s Rockin’ Country, August 15
This week on “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Ira sits down with rising country artist Dalton Hicks, performing at Stoney’s Rockin’ Country on August 15. Dalton opens up about the stories and grit behind his latest single, Day By Day—a song shaped by his rough life, self-reliance right after high school, and a “get up and keep moving” philosophy.
He shares how picking up a guitar at 17 turned a dream of becoming a marine biologist into a career as a songwriter and performer—without any studio backing. Raised a self-described “redneck,” Dalton was first inspired by his grandmother’s church music, even though it wasn’t country. In 2020, he released his debut song, and his first online hit, I’m Still Here (2024) put him on the map.
In this conversation, Dalton talks about his first-ever Vegas performance, his two-year bond with his band (including the funny tattoo story of how they met), recording in Nashville versus the rush of a live audience, his admiration for Thomas Rhett as a family man, and his ultimate dream—to one day stand on the Grand Ole Opry stage. He’s not chasing fame—he’s chasing the chance to motivate people through his music. And when he’s on stage, this “country boy” pours his whole heart into every note.
ABOUT
A country boy to the core, Dalton Hicks sings what he knows. Raised in South Carolina, Dalton’s days were filled with dirtbike races, muddy adventures, and long nights hustling at the pool table. But beneath the thrill of his childhood, music always had a magnetic pull on him. With an unshakable passion for his craft, he’s on a mission to inspire others through his music. Life hasn’t always been easy for Dalton, but he channels those experiences into powerful, motivational songs meant to connect with listeners and encourage them to rise, overcome, and stay strong. His sound is an authentic blend of his roots and his journey, offering a refreshing perspective on the ups and downs of life. Dalton Hicks shares his story and shows what it means to live with purpose and resilience.