“It’s about the music. That’s what it’s solely about …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dale-watson-ameripolitan-awards-memphis/
Get to know the Texas up-and-comer. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/who-is-joshua-ray-walker/
These Lone Star State songwriters have inspired the Texas six-piece. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/vandoliers-spotify-playlist/
As a result, Bloodshot Records co-owner Nan Warshaw is stepping away from the label. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/lydia-loveless-says-she-was-sexually-harassed-by-partner-of-record-label-co-owner/
Carll looks back on 20 years of making music as he celebrates the release of his new record, ‘What It Is’. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/hayes-carll-what-it-is-interview-2019/
“Him and his granddad would watch ‘Hee Haw’, and loved listening to truckin’ songs as they were doing their farming …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dale-watson-david-buxkemper/
As Walker releases his debut LP, ‘Wish You Were Here’, he takes some time to reflect on all that has led up to this moment. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/joshua-ray-walker-wish-you-were-here-interview-2019/
The lyrics for “Real Love” began in a decidedly 21st century fashion … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dearling-real-love/
If the lyrics to “Hunter’s Moon” are a little bit hard to follow, it’s because … well, they are. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/quaker-city-night-hawks-hunters-moon/
“Gone Back Down to Georgia” tells the story of a bad relationship that starts causing trouble again every time someone comes back into town. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/boo-ray-gone-back-down-to-georgia/
Keep your eyes (and ears!) on these rising stars. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/2019-artists-to-watch-country-americana-folk-bluegrass/
Pack your bags! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/2019-country-americana-alt-country-folk-bluegrass-music-festivals/
Add these to your collection ASAP! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/best-country-americana-vinyl-2018/
Have you heard ’em all? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/best-country-americana-folk-bluegrass-albums-2018/
“Sometimes you’re just a distraction for someone else’s loneliness, or vice versa,” Walker tells The Boot. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/joshua-ray-walker-last-call/
“Rock That Says My Name” is the kind of song that vacillates between a hard-driving melody and road-weary vocals, which is pretty fitting considering that its title references a headstone. Continue reading… This Article Was Read More
A modern ballad born from the lineage of Ray Price and Conway Twitty, “Won’t Chase Your Love” blends classic chord progressions with lush, syrupy steel guitar and Card’s stark baritone. Continue reading… This Article Was Read More
Hood, co-founder of Drive-By Truckers, shares his thoughts on the release of his first band’s debut LP, ‘Town Burned Down.’ Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/interview-patterson-hood-adams-house-cat/
The legendary singer-songwriter opens up about the recording of his latest LP, and looks back on his storied career. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/interview-john-hiatt-the-eclipse-sessions/
“Well, for one thing, it’s a good way to keep a band together for 25 years …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/the-bottle-rockets-bit-logic-interview-album/
The gunmaker in Morrison’s lyrics earns a living that allows him to care for his daughter — and yet, it also puts her and other children at risk Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted Read More
The moral of this song, its writer says, is “If you can’t be good, be quick.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/jp-harris-hard-road/
“It’s about someone reminiscing to better days with a partner, before their drinking problem renders the relationship irreparable …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/melanie-brulee-whiskey-and-whine-music-video/
“It was as if I had already heard this record before,” Kelly explains, “and I just needed to catch up to it and make it.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/ruston-kelly-dying-star-interview-2018/
“Didn’t You Know” is Michigan Rattlers’ second single from ‘Evergreen’, their forthcoming debut album. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/michigan-rattlers-didnt-you-know-evergreen-debut-album/
Murray penned the mellow, contemplative “Strong Blood” in memory of her hard-working father. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kristina-murray-strong-blood/
While you may not agree that every song deserves a spot on this list, we hope you’ll agree that alt-country deserves its place cemented in the history books. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted Read More
Shires discusses what it was like working with Dave Cobb again, and opens up about how different the writing process was for her latest album, ‘To the Sunset’. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted Read More
Lukas Nelson and Promise of the Real, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band and many other artists from an array of genres performed at the three-day festival. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com Read More
“Lucinda is the queen of songwriting in my book,” Combs says. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/andrew-combs-i-envy-the-wind/
Which one is your favorite? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/top-american-aquarium-songs/
“I’ve been chasing this road, living and breathing songs / It’s the only life I know; how ’bout you come along? …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kevin-galloway-miles-and-miles-exclusive-premiere/
Do you agree? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/jamey-johnson-songs/
“All Blues” is all about embracing your own flaws and hangups, and maybe being lucky enough to find someone who’s willing to do the same — even if it’s just someone you met at the Read More
Whether you’re a country fan or not, these albums are must-listens! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/50-country-albums-everyone-must-hear-before-they-die/
The Boot recently sat down with Canada to talk about what it’s been like since Cross Canadian Ragweed broke up, how he ended up working with producer Mike McClure again and why he’s not afraid Read More
Five months into 2018, music fans already have lots to cheer about. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/top-country-americana-alt-country-folk-bluegrass-albums-2018/
Is your favorite of the year (so far) on our list? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/best-country-americana-alt-country-folk-bluegrass-songs-2018-so-far/
“This music video is so current and autobiographical it is more aptly considered a documentary musical …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/rj-comer-under-a-lovers-moon-music-video/
“I think a lot of times I’ve felt like people will try and bring you down not realizing their own imperfections, and it’s frustrating as hell.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com Read More
The Old Crow founding member reflects on the band’s 20 years together, and looks ahead to their latest record, ‘Volunteer’. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/interview-critter-fuqua-old-crow-medicine-show-volunteer/
Taking obvious inspiration from ‘The Wizard of Oz’, Jonas got the idea for “Yellow Brick Road” while reading the classic book written by L. Frank Baum with her daughters. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Read More
We went through the massive list of releases for this year’s Record Store Day and picked out some of our favorites. What’s on your shopping list? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com Read More
“A metaphor for the culture of small, rural Southern towns, “Bad Water” reflects my life growing up in a town where death always seems imminent.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/arkansas-dave-bad-water/
What do you think? Do you agree with these picks? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/top-margo-price-songs/
“It would be tough to top Linda Ronstadt as far as my inspirational musical and vocals roots go …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/delta-jackson-willin-cover/
You don’t need a dark sense of humor to appreciate Sarah Shook & the Disarmers’ music, but it helps. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/sarah-shook-and-the-disarmers-years-interview-2018/
It doesn’t matter what kind of music you like, SXSW has a little bit — or, really, a lot! — of something for everyone, and that’s absolutely the case for fans of country music. There Read More
The year 2018 could be the year for any number of up-and-coming artists — but The Boot’s staff members are placing their bets on a few men, women and groups in particular. You’ll see our 2018 Artists Read More
The 2018 Ameripolitan Music Awards were crowned Tuesday night (Feb. 13). Nikki Lane, Luke Bell and more took home trophies at the annual awards ceremony, which celebrates the best in outlaw country, honky-tonk music, rockabilly and more. Read More
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