I Lost My Record Deal Today
Written by Rory Lee Feek, Jamie Teachenor, and Kevin Denney
Copyright BMG Ruby Songs, BMG Sapphire Songs, Nashvistaville Songs BMI, and KRD Music BMI
Corey Zink - Lead vocals
Charlie McCoy - Harmonica
Mason Zink - Vocals
Avery Welter - Guitar
Jack Midkiff - Keys
Sidney Spiva - Steel Guitar
Eli Johnston - Bass
Drums - Lonnie Rowland
Produced and mixed by Dave Maggard
Recording Engineer: Shane Reman
Mastering Engineer: Keith Burhans
Recorded at Sound Biscuit Productions, Sevierville, Tn
UPC: USACX2500791
ISRC: 899090754104
Release Date: 10/03/2025
stream link: https://sc.lnk.to/cz.cm-ILMRDT
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Corey Zink releases his brand-new single, I Lost My Record Deal Today, on October 3, 2025. The track, written by Rory Lee Feek, Jamie Teachenor, and Kevin Denney, is a powerful ballad about resilience, heartache, and the unshakable passion for music—even when the spotlight fades.
Joining Zink on this release is none other than Country Music Hall of Fame harmonica legend Charlie McCoy, bringing his legendary sound that feels like pure country through and through.
“Fame fades, but passion lasts. The lights go out, the crowds disappear—but the music stays. Not for the charts, not for the deals—just for the love. That’s what makes it real. That’s why I chose to sing and record this song—because even when everything else is gone, the music’s still mine.” — Corey Zink
I Lost My Record Deal Today captures the bittersweet moment of an artist hearing he’s “too country” for the radio. With a closet full of stage clothes and bills to pay, the song strikes a chord with anyone who has felt the sting of lost dreams while finding strength in moving forward. It’s heartfelt, humorous, and deeply relatable.