JOHN PAYCHECK
About John PayCheck:
John PayCheck is a multi-talented country singer-songwriter, musician and independent recording artist who embodies the traditions of the genre, while also bringing a more modern approach to his own sound. Aside from also being the only son of country music legend & Grand Ole’ Opry member Johnny PayCheck, John has also pursued careers as a U.S. Army Combat Aviator, and a Lavender Farmer. John is also a devoted family man, and a proud steward of his musical heritage.
His debut single “Lone Stars” from We All Have a Story landed on the Music Row charts and marked his return to the genre after a 20-year pause. He followed it with his critically praised sophomore album More Days Behind, and in May 2024, he performed on the Grand Ole’ Opry to honor his father on Opry Country Classics. John is currently working on his third album, slated for release in 2026.
John has written with Erin Enderlin and Scott Gabbey, is a CMA member and BMI songwriter, and has shared the stage with Chris Janson, Dallas Moore, Confederate Railroad, and more.
With a voice rooted in tradition and a spirit shaped by service, John PayCheck is keeping country music honest—one song at a time.
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PRESS RELEASES
Country Recording Artist John PayCheck Contemplates What’s Really Important In Life’s Metaphorical Timeline With Feel Good New Music Video For “More Days Behind”
Country singer-songwriter and independent recording artist John PayCheck will officially release his new music video on Friday, July 18 for his self-reflective song “More Days Behind,” which finds the U.S. Army veteran, lavender farmer and songwriter reflecting on what’s really important and where he’s at in life’s metaphorical timeline.
John PayCheck & His Calvary Band’s 10 State More Days Ahead Tour Rolls Into Tennessee, Arkansas & Texas In July
Country singer-songwriter and independent recording artist John PayCheck brings his More Days Ahead Tour through the south in July, with upcoming shows in Nashville, Tennessee, July 17 at Chief’s On Broadway, in Bentonville, Arkansas, July 18 at Meteor Guitar Gallery, and in Lindale, Texas, July 19 at Brisket Love BBQ & Icehouse.
2025 CMA Fest Photos: Country Recording Artists John PayCheck, Brei Carter & Dave Wilbert
A downloadable behind-the-scenes look from 2025 CMA Fest for country recording artists John PayCheck, Brei Carter & Dave Wilbert.
Country Singer-Songwriter John PayCheck & His Calvary Band Adds Additional Dates To 2025 More Days Ahead Tour
Country singer-songwriter and independent recording artist John PayCheck continues to add dates to his 2025 More Days Ahead Tour. Slated to cross more than 10 states in 2025, the tour will feature songs performed from his first two albums, 2021’s We All Have A Story and 2024’s More Days Behind, along with a few cuts from his Father’s catalog, the one and only Johnny PayCheck.
Singer-Songwriter John PayCheck Overcomes His Past Mental Health Struggles & Battles With Depression Through Song With Earnest Country Ballad “Foolish Ways”
Commemorating the start of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, country singer-songwriter and independent recording artist John PayCheck is releasing his new music video for earnest country ballad, “Foolish Ways”, from his 2024 sophomore album, More Days Behind. Today, in an exclusive music video premiere from Cowboys & Indians, PayCheck chatted with renowned entertainment journalist Joe Leydon about his life, and career.
Country Singer-Songwriter John PayCheck Exudes 90’s Style Country Vibes On Debut Music Video For His Barn-Burning Rocker “Honky-tonk Blackout”
Country singer-songwriter and independent recording artist John PayCheck revisits his debut album We All Have A Story for his first ever music video release, the barn-burning country rocker, “Honky-tonk Blackout.” Exclusively premiered today by American Songwriter, the video will officially roll out on PayCheck’s YouTube channel on Friday, March 07 at 12pm ET, with additional air dates to be announced on The Heartland Network soon.
Out Now: Country Singer-Songwriter John PayCheck Reprises Traditionally Inspired Honky Tonk Sounds With Release Of Second Studio Album, More Days Behind
Country singer-songwriter and independent recording artist John PayCheck announces his second studio album, More Days Behind, due out everywhere digitally November 01 including Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon and available for pre-order on his website at JohnPayCheck.com.
Country Singer-Songwriter John PayCheck Joins Fellow Country Artist Alex Key & Others For Hurricane Helene Relief Event, Appalachian Aid Music Festival In Wilkesboro, N.C., Saturday, October 19
Country singer-songwriter and independent recording artist John PayCheck joins chart topping country artist and western N.C. native Alex Key, who has organized the Appalachian Aid Music Festival to benefit Hurricane Helene victims.
Neo-Traditional Country Singer-Songwriter John PayCheck Sets November 01 Digital Release Date For Second Studio Album, More Days Behind
Neo-traditional country singer-songwriter and independent recording artist John PayCheck announces his second studio album, More Days Behind, due out everywhere digitally on November 01, along with a limited supply of CDs available at his shows or at JohnPayCheck.com.
Neo-Traditional Country Singer-Songwriter John PayCheck Kicks Off Month Long Cross-State Going Nowhere Fast Pop-Up Show Tour, Bound To More Than 20 States
Neo-traditional country singer-songwriter and recording artist John PayCheck, only son of outlaw country pioneer Johnny PayCheck, kicked off his Going Nowhere Fast pop-up show tour today in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina at Tobacco Wood Brewing. PayCheck and his band will make their way through more than 20 states throughout the Midwest, South, Eastern Seaboard, Texas and Southwest.