The honkytonk neon lights, two step dancing and never ending flow of drinks are the perfect recipe for heartbreak redemption according to Randall King, but the Warner Music Nashville recording artist is here to say “don’t call it a comeback.” His new release, out today, finds himself digging out of rock bottom to reach a “Record High” (LISTEN HERE). Written by Rodney Clawson, John Pierce and Drake Milligan, the track was produced by Bart Butler and Ryan Gore, showcasing King’s timeless country sound.
King also released the accompanying official music video today for “Record High” (WATCH HERE), perfectly capturing the blissful state of “heartbreak amnesia.” Directed by Sam Siske, the video was shot at Cahoots Dancehall & Honkytonk in Lebanon, TN, a frequent touring stop for King. He sold out his last visit to the eclectic honkytonk in February 2020, his first sell-out outside of Texas, and will return later this month on July 23 for a headlining show. Few tickets remain – purchase tickets to the concert and check out other tour dates HERE.
The Texas native wrapped up this past year with the release of his major-label debut EP Leanna (LISTEN HERE). Named after his late sister who passed in 2020, the EP reflects on King’s personal struggles of early life between depression and OCD, as well as the obstacles he faced after the unexpected loss of his sister. Leanna follows five standalone track releases, including fan favorites “Hey Cowgirl” and “She Gone,” which have all contributed to his 80+ million global career streams.
About Randall King:
One of country’s new crop of modern traditionalists, Warner Music Nashville artist Randall King has never lived outside the endless plains of West Texas – and his sound is steeped in their timeless beauty, both gritty and graceful at the same time. He grew up singing in the back of a ‘93 Chevy Suburban, mimicking the pure-country vocals of stars like Keith Whitley, George Strait, Alan Jackson and John Anderson and over the years became drawn to the electrifying energy of modern stars like Eric Church, Dierks Bentley and Jason Aldean. After years of hustling and a road-warrior’s diet of 150 shows each year, King produced and released the defiant 2016 EP, Another Bullet, then followed up with a 2018 self-titled album. Now produced by traditional torchbearers Bart Butler and Ryan Gore (Jon Pardi), King is bringing an organic, timeless sound to country’s mainstream – his brand-new track “Record High,” available everywhere now, captivates with loaded steel guitar, wide-open vocals and punchy, hard-rocking rhythm. Basking in heartbreak redemption and honkytonk amnesia, it’s a sure to be addition to country line dance playlists across the globe. With over 80+ million career streams to his name and more new music on the horizon, King is looking to the anywhere-and-everywhere future with music that captures the essence of a Western poet who’s never been afraid to be himself.
