King's Record Shop cover

Released 39 years ago this June

King's Record Shop

Rosanne Cash · 1987

38 min · 10 tracks · country · folk

A rich tapestry of country and folk, blending heartfelt storytelling with melodic authenticity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
  • heartfelt reflections on relationships
  • for afternoon drives
  • melodic authenticity and warmth

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seeking experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
King's Record Shop was Rosanne Cash's third studio album, released in 1987, following the critical success of her previous album, Seven Year Ache. At this point in her career, Cash had established herself as a prominent voice within the country genre, using her platform to explore deeper emotional narratives and personal themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Lucinda Williams· Emmylou Harris· Neko Case

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Rosie Strike Back 3:32
  • 2 The Way We Make a Broken Heart 3:55
  • 3 If You Change Your Mind 3:21
  • 4 The Real Me 4:25
  • 5 Somewhere Sometime 4:04
  • 6 Runaway Train 4:02
  • 7 Tennessee Flat Top Box 3:09
  • 8 I Don’t Have to Crawl 4:35
  • 9 Green, Yellow and Red 3:41
  • 10 Why Don’t You Quit Leaving Me Alone 3:58

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