Out Now: Country Singer-Songwriter John PayCheck Reprises Traditionally Inspired Honky Tonk Sounds With Release Of Second Studio Album, More Days Behind

Extends Going Nowhere Fast pop-up show tour into November visiting NYC, Virginia, Arkansas and more TBA

ICYMI: PayCheck appears live on WSM’s Coffee, Country & Cody [click to watch]

TUNE-IN: PayCheck appears on the nationally syndicated TV Show Nashville Insider, premiering week of December 23rd [check local affiliates]

“There is not one moment on the sophomore album from John PayCheck, More Days Behind, where it is possible to mistake it for anything but country music.”
— Duncan Warwick, Country Music People Magazine

“John PayCheck may carry the weight of his father’s legacy, but he’s clearly making his own mark on country music.”
— Robert White, Savoir Faire

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (October 30, 2024) — 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. A limited supply of CDs are also available at his shows. PayCheck recorded his sophomore album at Nashville’s Omni Sound Studio working with Bill McDermott (George Strait, Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley) on production, and either writing or co-writing most of the songs with Scott Gabbey. 

PayCheck has released several singles from More Days Behind throughout 2024 including the honky-tonk barn burning title track “More Days Behind.” Plenty other traditionally inspired, meat-on-the-bone country songs follow like “Drinkin’ and Cryin’, “Blondes and Bulls,” “Say Goodbye,” “Desert Rose,” “Biscuits and Gravy,” and a cover of George Strait’s hit “When Did You Stop Loving Me,” part of a tracklist that will pleasantly impress the ears of the country traditionalist music fan.

“This new album is an anthology of the very definition of country music,” says PayCheck. “We’ve got ballads, Texas-swing, stories and heartbreak, some light-hearted fun, and some deep-rooted sorrow.  We’re hitting all the notes with this one!” 

More Days Behind Me Tracklisting & Songwriters:

1. “More Days Behind” (John PayCheck, Scott Gabbey)
2. “Biscuits and Gravy” (John PayCheck, Scott Gabbey)
3. “Desert Rose” (John PayCheck) 
4. “Blondes and Bulls” (John PayCheck, Scott Gabbey)
5. “Make Things Clear” (John PayCheck, Scott Gabbey) 
6. “Drinkin’ and Cryin’” (John PayCheck, Scott Gabbey)
7. “When Did You Stop Loving Me” (Donny Kees, Monty Holmes)
8. “Say Goodbye”(John PayCheck, Scott Gabbey)
9. “Foolish Ways” (John PayCheck) 
10. “White Lights” (John PayCheck)

Going Nowhere Fast Tour Extends To November
To promote More Days Behind and to test the new songs out with country music fans, PayCheck kicked off his Going Nowhere Fast pop-up show tour in September through more than 20 states, with new dates recently announced for November, including a show in New York City with Coleman Jennings. He’ll be documenting his progress and sharing updates on new performance locations via his BandsInTown, FaceBook, Tik Tok and Instagram.

“I’m basically just taking my music and message directly to the people in a grassroots manner, having fun with it, and hopefully making as many new friends, fans & artists as we can along the way,” says PayCheck. “I’m using this as the kickoff for my new CD, More Days Behind. We have a limited number of copies just for this tour before the official release on November 1st.”

2024 Going Nowhere Fast Tour:
NOV 07 – Bogey’s / Malvern, Ark.
NOV 09 – Twin Eagle Lake Estates & Hideout / Potosi, Mo.
NOV 14 – Hill Country BBQ / New York, N.Y.
**For the most updated tour schedule follow John PayCheck’s BandsInTown

About John PayCheck:
John PayCheck, son of country music legend Johnny PayCheck, embodies the traditions of country music while forging his own path in the industry. John’s musical journey began humbly as a roadie, where he learned about the business while traveling with his father and surrounded by legends. Music was ingrained into his everyday life as a result. 

However, two major events diverted him from music temporarily; the tragedy of 9/11 spurred him to serve his country as an Army aviator, followed by his father’s passing in 2003, which led him to explore passions in firefighting and technology. John still serves as a Reserve Army Officer in Europe, but despite his temporary hiatus, music remained a constant thread in his life, drawing him back 20 years later.

As a combat veteran, farmer, and devoted family man, John’s return to music has been fueled by industry support and the encouragement of fellow country music legacy artists. His first single “Lone Stars” from his debut album, We All Have a Story, charted on Music Row, a significant milestone in his career. He has written songs with Erin Enderlin and Scott Gabbey, and is a CMA member and BMI songwriter.  John has shared the stage with Chris Janson, Confederate Railroad, Dallas Moore and others and was invited to perform at the Grand Ole Opry in May of 2024 to honor his father on Opry Country Classics.

With a unique vocal style and deep-rooted appreciation for classic country, he continues the PayCheck family legacy while embracing the genre’s evolution. John stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of country music and the profound bond he still has with his father. John is building his own career despite the shadow of his father’s, and he’s excited to be a part of his own journey to see what the future holds.

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