Randy Houser’s remarkable success in country music over the past two decades makes it hard to imagine a time when things weren’t going his way. Yet, the Mississippi-born singer revealed that breaking into the industry wasn’t without its struggles, particularly when it came to releasing his debut single.
Houser’s career kicked off with the release of his debut album Anything Goes, which included the title track that helped launch his career. The album performed well, reaching #16 on the U.S. country charts, while the single itself contributed to establishing his presence in the industry. However, Houser shared a different story during a performance at Melbourne’s Corner Hotel on Friday night, part of his exclusive One Night Only acoustic show.
During the intimate set, Houser reminisced about the early days when he tirelessly worked to get his name heard on U.S. radio stations. He recalled hustling to get his music played and build his fanbase. While his second single, “Boots On,” achieved greater success, climbing to #2 on the country charts, Houser reflected on the challenges he faced with the album’s initial tracks. Notably, “Wild Wild West,” which didn’t get released as a single, found its place on Anything Goes right after the title track.
Despite the initial setbacks, the success of “Boots On” signaled the beginning of Houser’s rise in the country music scene, a trajectory that would lead to the chart-topping hits he’s known for today.
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