Nearly one year since its release, The Kings’ single “A Rose for Your Stone” continues to resonate with AAA/Americana radio. The western-inspired track, part of the band’s ongoing project The Longest Story Ever Told, has been championed on regional and international radio stations and continues to build momentum.
A Timeless Story, a Western Twist
“A Rose for Your Stone” tells the tale of a gunfighter returning home upon learning of a former girlfriend’s passing. Having once pursued fame with his gun, he finds himself at her graveside, placing a single rose in tribute to a love left behind. Mixed by Michael Vail Blum (Madonna, Prince), the single has drawn praise from podcasts, blogs, and music publications alike.
- Michaels Record Collection applauds its nod to old country story-songs like Marty Robbins’ “El Paso.”
- Americana Highways spotlights the song’s Spanish-flavored horns and hails lead singer David Diamond’s still-powerful voice—dating back to his performance on “This Beat Goes On/Switchin’ To Glide.”
- Rave and Roll highlights the “spaghetti western atmospherics,” embellished by an accordion and lively mariachi horns.
Music Video Still Making Waves
Originally premiered on January 20, 2024, the evocative music video for “A Rose for Your Stone” brings the track’s narrative to life with classic Western imagery. David Diamond’s heartfelt solo acoustic performance underscores the emotional story of love, loss, and acceptance.
Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpmYOauAEeQ
About The Kings
Formed in Vancouver, British Columbia, and Oakville, Ontario, The Kings originally featured:
- David Diamond – Lead vocals, bass, songwriter
- Sonny Keyes – Vocals, keyboards, songwriter
- Max Styles (now Todd Reynolds) – Drums
- Mister Zero – Guitar, songwriter
Under their former name WhistleKing, they spent three years honing their craft through rehearsals, club performances, and songwriting. Their dedication led them to Nimbus 9 Studio in Toronto, where legendary producer Bob Ezrin (Pink Floyd, Alice Cooper, KISS) came aboard. Ezrin’s involvement resulted in a worldwide major-label deal with Elektra Records in Los Angeles.
Their debut album, The Kings Are Here, featured the massive hit “This Beat Goes On/Switchin’ To Glide”—a Billboard Hot 100 favorite for 23 weeks—earning a Canadian Juno Award nomination, Platinum album status, Gold single honors, and induction into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Ongoing Legacy
Over the years, The Kings have released Amazon Beach, RSVP, Unstoppable, Party Live in ’85, The Lost Tapes of a Seventies Bar Band, and Because of You, alongside the documentary Anatomy of a One-Hit Wonder and the concert film Live at Heatwave.
Now, well into 2025, The Longest Story Ever Told underscores The Kings’ continuing evolution. With a legacy of hits, more than 2,000 live shows across North America, and an enduring fan base, The Kings remain—as they describe—“a hungry band with something to prove.” “A Rose for Your Stone” exemplifies that enduring passion, blending classic rock and rich storytelling for a memorable musical experience.
