On this day July 26 1987, King’s Record Shop by Rosanne Cash was released marking a creative peak in her career. Her sixth studio album blends country roots with contemporary pop production showcasing her narrative songwriting and emotive vocals. Tracks like Tennessee Flat Top Box reimagined as an ode to her father Johnny Cash, If You Change Your Mind and The Way We Make a Broken Heart became fan favorites and charting hits.
The album was produced by Rodney Crowell and demonstrated a sophisticated balance between radio ready appeal and lyrical depth. Cash’s reflections on love regret and resilience resonated with listeners and positioned her as a leading voice in the evolving country pop genre. King’s Record Shop earned critical acclaim and commercial success, solidifying her reputation as a thoughtful and influential artist.
80s insight: By 1987 country artists were blending traditional sounds with pop sensibilities and King’s Record Shop demonstrated that crossover appeal with lyrical maturity and polished production.
The album was produced by Rodney Crowell and demonstrated a sophisticated balance between radio ready appeal and lyrical depth. Cash’s reflections on love regret and resilience resonated with listeners and positioned her as a leading voice in the evolving country pop genre. King’s Record Shop earned critical acclaim and commercial success, solidifying her reputation as a thoughtful and influential artist.
80s insight: By 1987 country artists were blending traditional sounds with pop sensibilities and King’s Record Shop demonstrated that crossover appeal with lyrical maturity and polished production.
