NEW ARTIST JOHN KING MAKES OPRY DEBUT

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Nashville, TN… (September 30, 2014)… John King made his Grand Ole Opry debut on Saturday and was welcomed on to the stage by Opry member Steve Wariner.

“Y’all this is an absolute honor to stand in this circle,” stated an emotional John King as he took the legendary stage. “The Opry, this band behind me, everyone is just amazing. I want to give them a hand before I even start.”

The first of two songs performed by King was befitting the crowd’s make up of countless familiar faces. “Something In The Water,” a tribute to his upbringing in Georgia, was the first song King wrote with legendary songwriter Doug Johnson and is set to be included on his debut album.

Adding to the excitement of the evening was the night’s lineup including Jonathan Jackson from the cast of the hit ABC series NASHVILLE and Opry members Vince Gill and Steve Wariner. 

L-R: John King and Steve Wariner

Photo Credit: Chris Hollo, Provided by the Grand Ole Opry

“I couldn't have asked for a better person than Steve Wariner to introduce me,” stated John following the debut. “He is an amazing singer, player, and an equally awesome person. I was humbled to share the stage with him. My Grand Ole Opry debut will forever be one of my happiest memories.”

Now in the Top 40 and climbing, John wrapped his debut set with his current radio single “Tonight Tonight.” Written by Marshall Altman, Dylan Altman and Andy Cortes, “Tonight Tonight” was produced by Doug Johnson and Marshall Altman.

Heard by millions of sports fans each week, “Tonight Tonight” continues to highlight top plays during the NFL’s Thursday Night Football broadcasts on CBS as a part of their in-game coverage. Most recently the song was included during the Thursday Night Football Giants VS. Redskins matchup on September 25.

Upcoming Tour Dates:

10/01/14 - Cowboys w/ WOGK - Ocala, FL

10/02/14 - Georgia State Fair @ Atlanta Motor Speedway - Hampton, GA

10/03/14 - University of Clemson - Clemson, SC

10/04/14 - Farm Fest w/ Chris Young and Brett Eldredge - Selma, NC

10/07/14 - The Tin Roof w/ WDXB - Birmingham, AL

10/09/14 - Kappa Sigma - Statesboro, GA

10/10/14 - WSLC Pajama Jam w/ Kristian Bush and Canaan Smith - Roanoke, VA

10/11/14 - Signma Delta Tau - Athens, GA

10/23/14 - Rhodes College - Memphis, TN

10/24/14 - LSU - Baton Rouge, LA

10/25/14 - WTQR BBQ Fest - Greensboro, NC

10/26/14 - WJVC presents Craig Morgan with John King - Long Island, NY

10/31/14 - Jax Tailgate w/ Florida Georgia Line - Jacksonville, FL

11/02/14 - Piedmont College - Demorest, GA

11/06/14 - Limelight Event Complex - Peopira, IL

11/07/14 - Neon Cactus - West Lafayette, IN

11/08/14 - Delta Gamma - UGA - Athens, GA

11/15/14 - KMLE Country Thunder Launch Fest w/ Lucy Hale & Cassadee Pope - Wild Horse Hotel & Casino - Phoenix, AZ

11/26/14 - Club Rodeo - Wichita, KS

12/12/14 - Throwdown by the Bay w/ Brantley Gilbert & Colt Ford - Tampa, FL

12/20/14 - Bluestone hosted by WCOL - Columbus, OH