WATCH: Country Artists’ Emotional Reactions To Hearing Randy Travis’s New Song

Randy Travis, a legendary figure in country music, is gearing up to release his first new studio recording in over a decade with the track “Where That Came From.”

This highly anticipated release signifies Travis’s long-awaited return to the music scene, following his last album in 2014, Influence Vol. 2: The Man I Am.

On April 28, the “Forever And Ever, Amen” singer posted a social media video featuring him in the recording studio.

The video created a buzz among several artists, including Clay Walker, Cody Johnson, Josh Turner, and Lainey Wilson, sparking anticipation for the imminent release of a new song.

“One of the GOATs back in the studio!” Walker expressed.

“I have chills,” Johnson commented.

“Y’all…I might be the most excited for this,” said Turner.

“He’s done it again y’all! Can’t wait to hear it,” commented Wilson.

 

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A few days later, Travis unveiled a preview of his latest studio recording on his social media platforms on Wednesday morning, May 1.

“It’s been a while since my last new recording, but I’m excited to share that this Friday, May 3, I will be releasing my first brand new studio recording in more than a decade, ‘Where That Came From.’ You’ll hear much more about the special team of folks who came together to help make this magical moment in my career possible in the coming week. In the meantime, just know that when it comes to me singing songs for you, there’s always more where that came from. Thank you for singing along all these years.”

 

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The teaser garnered an outpouring of responses from fans and members of the country music community, with some country artists even sharing their initial reactions to the song.

Clay Walker said he was “so happy” for his friend and thanked Travis for letting him hear the new song.

 

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Chase Matthew described the moment as “legendary” when Travis shared the unreleased track with him.

 

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The song was praised as “incredible” by Cody Johnson, who informed the public that they aren’t prepared for it.

 

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Josh Turner revealed he was “the most excited” for the song, while his wife was moved to tears.

 

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Randy Travis’s return to the music scene and the wave of emotional responses and support from his fellow artists show his significant impact on the country music community.

Mark your calendars! Randy Travis’ new song, “Where That Came From,” will be released on Friday, May 3.