Texas native and rising country music star Randall King is gearing up to release his latest project, ‘Neon (Unplugged),' on February 21. Known as a “hardcore country vocalist” by Billboard, King strips down his critically acclaimed sophomore album, ‘Into The Neon,' to deliver a raw and intimate acoustic experience. Fans can now get their first taste of the project with ‘One Night Dance (Unplugged),' available on all streaming platforms.
A New Take on Classic Country Storytelling
“There’s something unique about taking a song, stripping it down to just an acoustic guitar, and singing it with a bit of a different flare,” King shared. “That’s one of the beautiful things about country music. You can rock out with a band or sit by a fire with only a guitar and sing your heart out to the same song. ‘One Night Dance (Unplugged)’ is the first taste of that stripped-back version I wanted to share with all of you.”
Recorded in a Legendary Studio
Produced by King alongside Jared Conrad, ‘Neon (Unplugged)' was recorded at the historic Sound Stage Studios in Nashville, Tennessee—a venue steeped in country music history. Known for producing over 500 No. 1 hits, the studio has been the home of recordings by country legends such as Johnny Cash, George Strait, and Alan Jackson.
While ‘Into The Neon' was inspired by the glowing lights of honky-tonk signs that shaped King’s career, ‘Neon (Unplugged)' takes listeners to the plains of West Texas, where the stars shine as bright as the neon lights. This acoustic rendition delivers a more organic, reflective sound, reconnecting with the heartfelt simplicity of King’s roots.
A Stellar Year for Randall King
Released on January 26, 2024 ‘Into The Neon' garnered widespread acclaim. Publications like Texas Monthly praised his “unimpeachable Texas bona fides.” The album was also named one of the top country albums of 2024 by ourselves at Entertainment Focus and Whiskey Riff.
The album’s success was underscored by King’s first country radio single, ‘I Could Be That Rain' which has received 80 radio adds to date. Now, Neon (Unplugged) offers a fresh perspective on these celebrated tracks, highlighting King’s storytelling and vocal talent in its most stripped-down form.
Tracklist for ‘Neon (Unplugged)'
The 18-song acoustic album features contributions from a mix of established and up-and-coming songwriters, including Jon Nite, Mitchell Tenpenny, Brett Sheroky, and more.
1. One Night Dance (Unplugged) – Randall King, Jon Nite
2. Somewhere Over Us (Unplugged) – Randall King, Mike Walker, Joey Hyde
3. When My Baby’s in Boots (Unplugged) – Trannie Anderson, Michael Carter, Jordan Walker
4. What Doesn’t Kill You ft. Dan Smalley (Unplugged) – Mitchell Tenpenny, Michael Whitworth, Nate Smith, Zach Kale
5. Hang of Hangin' On (Unplugged) – Brett Sheroky, Brice Long
6. Burns Like Her (Unplugged) – Adam James, Greylan James, Mikey Reaves
7. Good Feelin’ (Unplugged) – Michael Whitworth, Will Jones, Benjy Davis
8. The One You’re Waiting On (Unplugged) – Adam Wright, Shannon Wright
9. Into The Neon (Unplugged) – Randall King, Ben Stennis, Matt Rogers
10. Tonk ‘Til I Die (Unplugged) – Randall King, Dan Smalley, Benjy Davis
11. But It Ain’t (Unplugged) – Randall King, Jared Mullins, Ben Stennis
12. Coulda Been Love (Unplugged) – Jake Worthington, Kim Penz, Roger Springer
13. Damn You Look Good (Unplugged) – Ava Suppelsa, Aby Gutierrez, Andrew Peebles
14. Hard To Be Humble (Unplugged) – Ben Hayslip, Corey Crowder, Chris LaCorte
15. Right Things Right (Unplugged) – Trannie Anderson, Chris Dubois, Jordan Walker
16. As Far As We Go (Unplugged) – Brett Sheroky, Drew Kennedy
17. I Could Be That Rain (Unplugged) – Brian Fuller, Mason Thornley
18. I Don’t Whiskey Anymore (Unplugged) – Randall King, Gordie Sampson
What’s Next for Randall King
With ‘Neon (Unplugged)' Randall King solidifies his place as one of country music’s most authentic voices, blending traditional influences with heartfelt modernity. Fans can stay updated and learn more about King’s music and tour dates by visiting RandallKingMusic.com.
Mark your calendars for February 21 to experience ‘Neon (Unplugged),' where Randall King takes his music back to its roots—one acoustic track at a time.
