25 Years Ago: Garth Brooks Releases ‘In Pieces’
On Aug. 31, 1993, Brooks released his fifth studio album, ‘In Pieces’. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/garth-brooks-in-pieces-album-release/
Albums
24 Years Ago: Clay Walker Earns First Platinum Record With Self-Titled Debut
On Aug. 31, 1994, Walker earned his first platinum record with his self-titled debut album. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/clay-walker-platinum-record/
Kip Moore Says New Acoustic Album Is ‘Right Around the Corner’
“It’s what the diehards have been asking for for a while …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kip-moore-acoustic-album-2018-2019/
Top 10 Country Albums of the ’10s (So Far)
Is your favorite on here? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/2010s-best-country-albums/
Dierks Bentley: ‘The Mountain’ Taught Him to ‘Really Go for’ Creative Ideas
“It ended up becoming, like, ‘How far can we push this thing before we’re told to rein it back in?’” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dierks-bentley-the-mountain-creative-ideas-recording-location/
Randy Houser’s New Album ‘Magnolia’ Coming in November
“This album was a total reset for me in every way possible…” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/randy-houser-magnolia-new-album-2018/
Garth Brooks’ ‘Triple Live’ Album Features Choose-Your-Own Adventure Sound
Fans will be able to listen to Garth Brooks’ ‘Triple Live’ album from both in the crowd and onstage. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/garth-brooks-triple-live-album/
Everything We Know About the Pistol Annies’ Third Album
The Pistol Annies are FINALLY ready to share new music. Here’s what we know about the album so far. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/pistol-annies-new-album-2018-2019/
15 Years Ago: Keith Urban’s ‘Golden Road’ Is Certified Platinum
On Aug. 27, 2003, Urban’s ‘Golden Road’ album was certified platinum, for sales of one million copies. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/keith-urban-golden-road-platinum/
26 Years Ago: Alan Jackson’s ‘Don’t Rock the Jukebox’ Goes Double Platinum
On Aug. 26, 2002, Jackson earned his first double-platinum album with ‘Don’t Rock the Jukebox’. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/alan-jackson-dont-rock-the-jukebox-double-platinum/
Interview: Lucie Silvas Finds Artistic Freedom on Her Own Terms With ‘E.G.O.’
“I’m doing something that literally feeds my soul.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/lucie-silvas-e-g-o-album-interview/
Aaron Watson Gives Back to Home State With ‘Live at the World’s Biggest Rodeo Show’
“Honestly, I thought this live album was gonna get shelved and never come to life …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/aaron-watson-live-at-the-worlds-biggest-rodeo-show/
Miranda Lambert: Pistol Annies Hoping for Fall Album Release
“I think it’s the best writing we’ve ever done …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/miranda-lambert-pistol-annies-hoping-for-fall-album-release/
Top 10 Country Music Albums of the 2000s
Narrowing down a decade’s worth of albums into a list of just 10 is brutal business. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/best-albums-2000s/
Loretta Lynn Sets ‘Wouldn’t It Be Great’ Release Date, Shares Title Track [LISTEN]
Lynn’s new album was delayed following her stroke in May of 2017. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/loretta-lynn-wouldnt-it-be-great-release-date-title-song/
The Boot News Roundup: Runaway June Announce Debut EP + More
Runaway June’s debut EP is coming in September! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/runaway-june-debut-ep-elvis-presley-christian-chart-no-1/
Carrie Underwood Reveals ‘Cry Pretty’ Track Listing
‘Cry Pretty’ will feature 13 songs. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/carrie-underwood-cry-pretty-track-listing/
15 Years Ago: Dierks Bentley’s Major-Label Debut Album Is Released
On Aug. 19, 2003, Bentley’s eponymous major-label freshman album was released on Capitol Records. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dierks-bentley-debut-album/
14 Years Ago: Big & Rich’s ‘Horse of a Different Color’ Certified Platinum
On May 4, 2004, Big & Rich’s debut album, ‘Horse of a Different Color’, was certified platinum, for sales of one million units. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/big-and-rich-horse-of-a-different-color-platinum/
Cole Swindell’s ‘All of It’ Is ‘a Little Bit of Everything I’ve Done’ — and More
“I think every album gives you a chance to express yourself differently …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/cole-swindell-third-album-all-of-it-interview/
13 Years Ago: Brad Paisley’s ‘Time Well Wasted’ Album Is Released
On Aug. 16, 2005, Paisley’s ‘Time Well Wasted’ album was released on Arista Records. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/brad-paisley-time-well-wasted-record/
Top 10 Country Albums of the 1990s
We still listen to these regularly! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/best-90s-country-albums/
20 Classic Country Music Albums Released in 1997
These 20 country music albums turned 20 years old in 2017. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/country-albums-turning-20-in-2017/
Martina McBride Plans New Christmas Album, Tour
The country icon is releasing a second Christmas album, ‘It’s the Holiday Season.’ Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/martina-mcbride-christmas-album-tour/
11 Years Ago: Luke Bryan’s Debut Album Is Released
On Aug. 14, 2007, Bryan’s ‘I’ll Stay Me’ album was released. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/luke-bryan-debut-album/
30 Years Ago: Willie Nelson’s ‘Stardust’ Spends 10 Years on the Billboard Charts
On Aug. 13, 1988, Nelson set a new record in country music. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/willie-nelson-stardust-billboard-charts-record/
Maren Morris Spills Sophomore Album Song Names, Collaboration Details in Twitter Chat
Eeeek! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/maren-morris-sophomore-album-songs-collaborations/
The Mavericks Say ‘Hey! Merry Christmas!’ With New Album
After releasing a Christmas song in 2017, The Mavericks have a full-length holiday album in the works. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/the-mavericks-hey-merry-christmas-holiday-album/
Carrie Underwood Talks ‘Cry Pretty’ Album: ‘A Lot of Emotion,’ But No Collaborations
“I’ve grown up a lot and I feel like ‘the drama’ is more real-life …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/carrie-underwood-cry-pretty-album-drama-details-collaborations/
Top 10 Country Albums of the 1980s
Do you agree with our picks? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/best-1980s-country-albums/
The Boot News Roundup: Chris Stapleton Added to 2018 ACM Honors + More
Stapleton has joined the lineup of performers for the 12th annual ACM Honors ceremony. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/chris-stapleton-2018-acm-honors-bobby-bare-podcast/
Drive-By Truckers’ Co-Founders to Release ‘Lost’ Album From Their First Band
Co-founders of the Drive-By Truckers Patterson Hood and Mike Cooley plan to release an album they recorded nearly 30 years ago, in a band called Adam’s House Cat. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted Read More
Top 10 Country Albums of the 1970s
What’s your no. 1 pick? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/top-country-albums-1970s/
The Boot News Roundup: Reba McEntire Earning Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Honor + More
McEntire will be honored with the first-ever Career Maker Award at this year’s Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame gala. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/reba-mcentire-nashville-songwriters-hall-of-fame-keith-urban-australia-tour-2018/
17 Years Ago: Blake Shelton’s Debut Album Is Released
On July 31, 2001, Shelton’s self-titled debut album was released. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/blake-shelton-debut-album/
33 Years Ago: Alabama Become First Country Act to Earn Quadruple-Platinum Status
On July 30, 1985, Alabama became the first country act to earn quadruple platinum status, both for ‘Mountain Music’ and ‘Feels So Right’. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/alabama-feels-so-right-mountain-music-quadruple-platinum/
7 Years Ago: Eric Church Releases ‘Chief’
On July 26, 2011, Church’s ‘Chief’ album was released. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/eric-church-chief-release-date/
13 Years Ago: Jason Aldean’s Debut Album Is Released
On July 26, 2005, Aldean’s self-titled debut album was released. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/jason-aldean-debut-album-release-date/
Colter Wall Announces New Album, ‘Songs of the Plains,’ Shares Lead-Off Track
The Americana up-and-comer has announced plans for a new album, along with a brand-new track and a lengthy headlining tour. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/colter-wall-songs-of-the-plains-plain-to-see-plainsman/
Top 10 Country Albums of the 1960s
Which one is your favorite? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/top-country-albums-of-the-1960s/
The Boot News Roundup: Blackberry Smoke Announce New EP + More
Blackberry Smoke have announced a new EP, ‘The Southern Ground Sessions’, due for release on Oct. 26. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/blackberry-smoke-the-southern-ground-sessions-ep-chris-stapleton-vetsaid-2018/
12 Years Ago: Jake Owen’s Debut Album Is Released
On July 25, 2006, Owen’s debut album, ‘Startin’ With Me’, was released. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/jake-owen-debut-album-released/
The Pistol Annies’ Third Studio Album Is Finished, Says Angaleena Presley
Good news, Pistol Annies fans … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/pistol-annies-new-album-2018-finished/
Willie Nelson Announces New Frank Sinatra Tribute Album, Shares ‘Summer Wind’
Willie Nelson is set to release an album of Frank Sinatra covers! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/willie-nelson-frank-sinatra-tribute-album-summer-wind/
Point: ‘Mr. Misunderstood’ Is Eric Church’s Best Album
Mr. Misunderstood proves Church can still surprise, both literally, with an out-of-the-blue album delivery, and musically while embracing that arena headliner-level superstardom. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/eric-church-best-album-mr-misunderstood/
Interview: Lori McKenna Talks Working With Dave Cobb, Songwriting and Reflective New Album ‘The Tree’
“We all have our role, and we are [all important] to each other.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/lori-mckenna-the-tree-album-interview-2018/
50 Years Ago: Johnny Cash Hits No. 1 With ‘Folsom Prison Blues’
On July 20, 1968, Cash hit No. 1 on the country charts with a live version of “Folsom Prison Blues.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/johnny-cash-folsom-prison-blues-no-1/
12 Years Ago: Eric Church’s ‘Sinners Like Me’ Released
On July 18, 2006, Church’s freshman album, ‘Sinners Like Me’, was released on Capitol Nashville. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/eric-church-sinners-like-me-released/
Asleep at the Wheel Announces ‘New Routes’ Album Release, Drops New Song ‘Jack I’m Mellow’
Asleep at the Wheel’s next album promises a reinvention of the group, complete with new members and original songs. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/asleep-at-the-wheel-new-routes-album-jack-im-mellow-single/
Chris Lane Reaches Back to ‘Timeless’ Influences for ‘Laps Around the Sun’
“I ultimately wanted songs that would take people places.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/chris-lane-laps-around-the-sun-interview-2018/