Zach John
King
#
235
Ranking
Rising Artist
BIRTHDATE
BIRTHPLACE
Fayetteville
,
GA
,
USA
29
6
'
1
"
Georgia native Zach John King is a rising Sony Music Nashville artist known for his hit "Wannabe Cowboy" and the EP Slow Down. He has toured with stars like Morgan Wallen and Luke Bryan.
Early Life
Raised in Fayetteville, Georgia, Zach John King was introduced to country music by his grandparents and a family legacy of poets before discovering a passion for songwriting at age fifteen and later fronting an indie-rock band during his college years in Athens.
Career Highlights
Zach John King moved to Nashville in 2021 and worked as a behavioral therapist while building a viral following through TikTok demos. He signed with Sony Music Nashville in 2024 following the success of his breakout single Wannabe Cowboy and released his Slow Down EP in 2025. His rapid ascent includes opening for major stars like Morgan Wallen and Luke Bryan after previously waiting tables for artists at a Broadway club.
Family & Personal Life
Zach John King is married to wife Kat. He has written songs about a past relationship in his hometown that ended because of his career pursuit and has also mentioned a grandfather who is a cowboy in New Mexico.
Current Tour & Setlist
Zach John King is supporting Morgan Wallen on the Still The Problem Tour starting in April 2026 with stops in Indianapolis, Gainesville, and Pittsburgh. He is expected to perform popular tracks from his setlist including Wannabe Cowboy, I Deserve A Heartbreak, and White Flag Whiskey.
