The Cowboy Arms Hotel and Recording Spa

We are in the FUN business. If we are not having FUN, we are not doing our jobs! ~ Cowboy Jack Clement​

The historic Cowboy Arms Hotel and Recording Spa, owned and operated by legendary Nashville producer Cowboy Jack Clement, may no longer be in its original location, but the studio and his legacy live on through his daughter, Alison Clement.

For the past few years, Alison has been running The Cowboy Arms Hotel and Recording Spa from her home in Mt. Juliet, TN. She has been busy listening, compiling, mixing, and adding to the many master recordings that her CowDaddy left behind, along with recording new material that continues to honor and expand his unmistakable sound.

These are big shoes to fill — Cowboy Jack Clement was truly one of a kind, and recapturing the magic and spirit he created is no small task.

But who better to carry the torch than his own family? With the best teacher imaginable and a lifetime of stories, experience, and passion to draw from, Alison is committed to preserving and advancing the legacy of this legendary musical institution. The studio will continue to offer a one-of-a-kind recording experience, enriched by stories, photographs, and the enduring spirit of the authentic Cowboy Arms Hotel and Recording Spa.

Keep checking back for updates on the exciting things to come.

Jack Clement’s Ten Tips for Songwriters

  1. Remember that experts are often wrong.
  2. Experts tend to be narrow and overly opinionated.
  3. Experts don’t buy records.
  4. There’s nothing wrong with waltzes if they’re played right.
  5. A good song gets better with age.
  6. Reveal some of yourself with most of your songs.
  7. Don’t get stuck on one song too long. Work on other songs as you go.
  8. Learn to grow from setbacks, delays, and getting your feelings hurt.
  9. Write the worst song you can think of.
  10. Write the best song you can think of.