music | Ashley Ludlow

America’s Got Talent – They just don’t recognize it…

by Ashley | Feb 9, 2014

A little over a week ago, I was on Facebook, when I ran across a fascinating post by Lindsey Stirling.

(If you don’t know who Lindsey is, go check out her YouTube channel. She is an extremely talented violinist.)

She posted this picture:

This is an email she received from America’s Got Talent this month.

And, here’s the reason why it’s hilarious:

Lindsey’s caption on the picture said,

“Hahaha. I’m dying laughing right now. Just found this in my email.
For those who don’t know, I was on Americas got talent in 2010 and
I got torn apart by the judges. @PiersMorgan told me on live tv that
I sounded like “drowned rats being strangled.”
Haha, now that I have a following, I guess they changed their mind;P
You guys did more for me than Americas got talent ever could have. #ironic

This is such an amazing story, because instead of letting this feedback keep her from doing what she wanted to do, she went ahead and followed her dreams anyway. She’s now been on her own headlining international tour of sold out shows.

This gives me hope for my dreams. If I can work hard and continue to make music, I can make music my career and be successful.
I want to say, THANK YOU for being here, for reading my blog, and for watching my videos and listening to my music. This wouldn’t be happening without you.

~Ashley

The First Single!

by Ashley | Jan 20, 2014

I am SO pumped right now!

I just got another preview of the first single from the new album! I cannot wait for you to hear it! It is so incredible! (Wow! That was a lot of exclamation points!!!)

But, seriously. I don’t know if it’s just because it’s my first full band single, but I am feeling so confident that this album is going to be influential in so many lives. I hope the music and the messages speak to you.

For those who funded the campaign, you’ll be getting the single before anyone else. Thank you for supporting me!

To stay up to date on everything I’m doing, follow me on all my social media platforms:

You’re Amazing.

-Ashley

Hot 100 FM

by Ashley | Aug 22, 2013

So early…

I had a blast this morning co-hosting the morning show here in Twin Falls on Hot 100 FM with James Rabe!

I sang a cover of Who Says by Selena Gomez, an original song called “Perfect Man,” and I was challenged to write and sing a song about Pringles! You can check them out on the Hot 100 FM facebook page!

I <3 radio! Thanks, James and the Hot 100 FM team, for having me!

I think I’ll write songs about silly things all the time!

~Ashley

New Album and Fan Club

by Ashley | Jun 26, 2013

We live in a home that does not have air conditioning. We often have every window open and every fan in the house turned on high. For a while, we had a swimming pool in the backyard, and one hot day I was inspired to write a song.

The song is called, “Like a Kid Again.” This is probably my favorite song that I’ve written. Here are a few of the lyrics that I love:

There’s something about a trampoline and a best friend; stars bright, late nights.

There’s something sweet about an ice cream sundae, back before I ever worried about Monday.

Like a kid again building forts out of blankets and tables and chairs.

Want more?

My attempts to start a campaign to raise music for my new album were put on hold because I don’t have a very big following yet. So I’ve decided to start a fan club for those of you who have been wanting more info and updates on this new album! :)

Anyone who joins will get my first single, “Wake Up” for free as well as email updates about the making of the new album. You’ll be the first to know release dates, the album name, names and lyrics of new songs, events, etc… I’ll also be sharing behind the scenes photos, video, and demos of my songs that won’t be released to the public. There is something really raw and vulnerable about me sharing these intimate things with you, but I feel like it will be so good for me to express myself through music to my biggest fans :)

I am so excited for the album to come together. It’s taking a totally different path than I first envisioned. I can’t wait to share more!

A big THANK YOU for all the support and love!

-Ashley

Mindy’s New Album!

by Ashley | May 19, 2013

So, I have many, many musical inspirations. One of these is Mindy Gledhill. She writes her own music and records it independently. She still does so well and touches so many people with her music. Someday, I hope my music reaches out to help someone listening. I hope it’s exactly what they need to hear. I’ve teared up, and probably actually cried like a baby while listening to some songs on her album Anchor.

One of the songs that tugs at my heartstrings is called “Hourglass.” It talks about how fast time goes by, how kids grow up all too quickly, and how precious our time is with these sweet little ones.

I have been meaning to do a cover of this song for some time now. So, I’m pleased to announce that I finally sat down and filmed it.

Mindy is working on a new album right now in Nashville. (I’m trying not to be jealous! ;))
You can check out her blog here: http://mindygledhill.blogspot.com/
Don’t forget to pledge and be a part of the new album here: http://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/mindygledhill

I am excited to see what new musical poetry awaits us in this new album. I can’t wait!

-Ashley