The song is the latest from his forthcoming album
Niko Moon releases “King of the Empire,” which was co-written by and performed with his father Chris Cowan. The song, available now via Empire, is the latest from the rising country star’s forthcoming album, American Palm, due on July 18th.
“Ever wish you could sail away to a tropical destination and take a permanent vacation? That’s what ‘King of the Island’ is all about, trading in that 9-5 for a margarita and a banana leaf crown. I also wrote it with the real king of the island, my dad!” Moon shares.
The song is a cowboy/island song that talks about wanting to kick up your boots, retire on an island and just be. Leaning into tropical island vibes and combining a country twang the song is the go to relaxation/vacation song.
Niko has been teasing the track on socials and recently posted a few videos with his dad saying, “My dad’s 67 and wrote this song, and never had a viral moment. Let’s blow this up and blow his mind!”
The new album will be his third studio album and will include previously released tracks “Sandcastles,” “Boat Song,” and “I Love This Beach.”
The American Palm Tour adds to an already long run of tour dates for Niko as he previously performed to a packed crowd at Stagecoach, has been on tour supporting Russell Dickerson & Michael Franti and this year announced his first ever Good Time Charleston Event. The 13 new shows kick off on October 2nd in Rosemont, Illinois at Joe’s Live and bring Niko to some of the countries top stages including House of Blues in Anaheim, California on October 9th, San Francisco’s Regency Ballroom on October 14th and end in Lake Buena Vista, Florida on November 14th. Joining Niko on tour will be David J, Iam Tongi and Wheeland Brothers on various dates.
