 Courtesy: Autonomic Media Celebrated singer-songwriter (and longtime guitarist for Mary Gauthier) David Robert King shares his tales of Mountain West heartache, loss, and redemption with his latest release, IDAHO. Due February 16th, Gauthier has said Idaho "is a stunning soundscape of whispered confessions and poignant observations. A beautiful collection of haunting songs, it deserves a good listen.” In advance of the project's release, King kindly answered his Essential 8 and talked songwriting, his biggest success, and much more! Do you write about personal experience, the experience of others, observations, made-up stories, something else or a combination? It’s a bit of a combination, but it all boils down to personal experience. I strive for truth: sometimes that includes the facts, sometimes not. The resonance of truth is the supreme goal. There’s a moment when a writer or artist stumbles upon the truth, for me its always on accident, but it is unmistakable. What’s the story behind your album’s title? The title “Idaho” seemed the only appropriate one. My blood and bones are Idaho, even though I haven't lived there in many years. It’s the world that formed me. Idaho represents, not only a place, but the girl, the loss of loved ones, the face of the people I have wronged- combined with the beauty and harshness of the Teton Mountains, the Snake River, the moisture-less dirt of the high desert… This record sounds like Idaho to me. Is there a recent release you cannot stop listening to? I’ve been privy to Mary Gauthier’s forthcoming record Rifles and Rosary Beads and to me, that’s a game changer. There are no records out there like that. It’s incredibly poignant and powerful. It will be out in later this month. I’ve also been hearing some early demos from Sarah Potenza’s next project, and they sound unbelievable. She is simply one of the great voices in music today.  What has been your biggest success?
Sharing my life with my spouse, Marita. Everyday she keeps me from losing my mind. She is steady, gorgeous, and amazing. The best thing I ever did was marry her. What’s the best advice you have ever gotten from another musician? The best musician advice I've ever received is actually a quote from the artist Banksy who said “If you get tired, learn to rest, not to quit.” Have you met any of your heroes? If so, how did it go? I’ve been lucky enough to meet many heroes. Mary Gauthier has been my songwriting hero since I first heard her many years ago. I had the privilege of not only meeting her but going on the road with her as her guitar player. At first I was starstruck. Actually, I still get starstruck. She is simply a giant in this world. I feel lucky to be tucked in her shadow from time-to-time. She’s been an incredible support and mentor. Do you have a favorite gift from a fan? Once in Salmon, Idaho the audience collectively contributed to a tower made out of cases of Diet Coke (my most vicious and delicious vice). This was back in my band days, and the drummer was not happy that we had to pack all that aspartame delight into the trailer. First concert you ever attended? In 10th grade my grandmother bought me tickets to see Ozzy. It was a wild night and a hell of a show. Website Insta Pre-Order
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