Claude King was an American country music singer and songwriter, best known for his hit "Wolverton Mountain." Born on February 5, 1923, in Keithville, Louisiana, King started his music career in the early 1940s but did not gain significant recognition until the 1960s. His storytelling style, combined with a deep, resonant voice, captured the hearts of country music fans across the nation. "Wolverton Mountain," released in 1962, was his most famous song, telling the story of Clifton Clowers, a real-life character who lived on Woolverton Mountain in Arkansas. The song was a massive hit, spending nine weeks at the top of the country charts and crossing over to the pop charts, which was a rare achievement for country songs at the time.

Throughout his career, Claude King released a series of albums and singles that resonated with the country music audience, including the tracks "World's Greatest Fool," "All for the Love of a Girl," and "The Comancheros," which was inspired by the John Wayne movie of the same name. King's music often blended traditional country with elements of folk and rockabilly, making his sound unique and memorable. Despite not achieving the same level of fame as some of his contemporaries, King's contributions to the country music genre were significant, with a career spanning several decades until he slowly stepped away from the limelight. Claude King passed away on March 7, 2013, leaving behind a legacy of classic country hits and a lasting impact on the music industry.

Genres

Cowboy Western

Western Swing

Latest Release

I Wonder Who She Missed Me with Today

Claude King

Single - Released June 10, 2024