10 Country Albums Turning 50 in 2019
These country albums are turning the big 5-0 this year! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/country-albums-released-in-1969/
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These Country Couples Have Been Married the Longest
These country couples know the meaning of “’til death do us part.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/country-couples-who-have-been-married-the-longest/
Watch Sturgill Simpson Debut Merle Haggard’s Unreleased Song, ‘Red Headed Rounder,’ About Willie Nelson
‘Well, now, he sleeps all day, plays his cards all night / Smokes marijuana ’cause it treats him right …’ Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/sturgill-simpson-merle-haggard-red-headed-rounder-willie-nelson-tribute/
Chris Young Takes on ‘the Hag’ With ‘Silver Wings’ Cover [Watch]
In his new single, Chris Young proudly proclaims that he was “raised on country,” and he can prove it. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/chris-young-merle-haggard-silver-wings-cover/
49 Years Ago: Merle Haggard’s ‘Okie From Muskogee’ Album Is Released
On Dec. 29, 1969, Merle Haggard‘s ‘Okie From Muskogee’ album was released. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/merle-haggard-okie-from-muskogee-album/
Top 10 Country Songs About Winter
The Boot counts down country music’s best songs about winter. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/country-songs-about-winter/
Watch Miranda Lambert, Willie Nelson and More Tribute Merle Haggard at 2010 Kennedy Center Honors
Numerous country stars helped honor “the Hag” during the 2010 Kennedy Center Honors. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/merle-haggard-2010-kennedy-center-honors/
All the Country Stars Who Have Received Kennedy Center Honors [PICTURES]
Ten country artists have received Kennedy Center Honors over the years. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/country-music-kennedy-center-honors-recipients/
Candi Carpenter, ‘If We Make it Through December’ [Exclusive Premiere]
Listen to the country up-and-comer’s string-inflected rendition of Merle Haggard’s holiday classic, premiering exclusively on the Boot. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/candi-carpenter-if-we-make-it-through-december/
Country Music’s Top 10 Bass Lines
These songs are bass-tastic! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/best-bass-lines-in-country-songs/
25 Memorable CMA Awards Acceptance Speeches
CMA winners’ acceptance speeches are often the highlights in a show that’s full of them. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/cma-awards-acceptance-speeches/
Merle Haggard + Theresa Ann Lane — Country’s Greatest Love Stories
“The Hag” was married five times, but his widow, Theresa Ann Lane, was a keeper. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/merle-haggard-theresa-ann-lane-country-love-stories/
Top 10 Country Songs About Work
The Boot counts down country music’s best songs about work. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/songs-about-work/
Hear Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson & Merle Haggard’s ‘Old Friends’ for Roger Miller Tribute Album
There’s a host of star power behind the new Roger Miller tribute album, not the least of which comes from the legendary trio of Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson and the late Merle Haggard. Continue reading… Read More
Merle Haggard’s Bakersfield Home Is for Sale and It Has Barely Changed! [Pictures]
His daughter says the Bakersfield house reminds her of the Brady Bunch home. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/merle-haggard-bakersfield-home-for-sale-pictures/
Merle Haggard and Bonnie Owens’ Former Bakersfield Home for Sale [PICTURES]
Haggard and his family only lived in this house, on Brae Burn Drive, for a couple of years. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/merle-haggard-bonnie-owens-bakersfield-house-for-sale-pictures/
Country Stars Who Have Been on the Cover of ‘Rolling Stone’
Roots rock group the Band were the first country act to appear on the cover of Rolling Stone, in 1968; most recently, Eric Church earned the cover spot in August of 2018. Continue reading… This Read More
Top 10 Country Artists of the 1970s
From traditional-leaning artists to boundary-pushing outlaws to the daring women who spoke up about real issues, the 10 country artists below helped define country music in the ’70s. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted Read More
Remember Which Country Legend Wrote George Jones’ Last No. 1 Hit?
“I Always Get Lucky With You” went on to become his ninth chart topper, but another icon penned it. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/merle-haggard-george-jones-i-always-get-lucky-with-you/
Top 10 Country Artists of the 1960s
These are the Top 10 artists of the ’60s, determined by success and lasting legacy. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/top-country-artists-of-the-1960s/
They Call Them … What?! 16 of the Best Country Star Nicknames
Do you know the nicknames of your favorite country stars? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/country-stars-nicknames/
Remember When Clint Eastwood Had a No. 1 Hit?
The legendary actor and director has a long association with country music. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/remember-when-clint-eastwood-had-a-no-1-hit/
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/
Top 10 Country Songs of the 1960s
What’s your No. 1 pick? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/top-country-songs-1960s/
50 Country Songs Everyone Must Hear Before They Die
The Boot rounds up a list of 50 country, Americana, alt-country, bluegrass and folk songs that everyone should hear at least once in their lifetime. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/country-songs-everyone-must-hear-before-they-die/
Merle Haggard’s Son, Ben, and His Girlfriend Welcome Baby Boy After Massive Complications
The delivery was touch and go. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/merle-haggard-son-ben-haggard-baby-boy-complications/
48 Years Ago: Merle Haggard’s ‘Okie From Muskogee’ Album Hits No. 1
On May 22, 1970, ‘Okie From Muskogee’ hit No. 1 on the charts. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/merle-haggard-okie-from-muskogee-no-1/
5 Grand Ole Opry Performances That’ll Make You Sob
Better grab the tissues before watching! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/grand-ole-opry-performances-that-will-make-you-cry/
49 Years Ago: Merle Haggard Records ‘Workin’ Man Blues’
On May 16, 1979, “the Hag” recorded “Workin’ Man Blues”, from his ‘A Portrait of Merle Haggard’ album. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/merle-haggard-workin-man-blues/
Joe Nichols Takes Us Inside His Sweeping Cover of Merle Haggard’s ‘Sing Me Back Home’ [Exclusive Premiere]
He chose one of Haggard’s most powerful songs as his latest classic cover. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/joe-nichols-sing-me-back-home-merle-haggard-cover/
Country Music’s Top 10 Live Albums
There’s nothing quite like a live country music show … but the next best thing might just be a live country music album. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/best-live-country-music-albums/
2018 Golden Mic Awards: Vote Now for Live Moment of the Year
Which of these has been the biggest live moment of the past year? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/2018-golden-mic-awards-live-event-of-the-year/
Top 10 Country Songs About Weed
Now more than ever there is a general acceptance of the use of the drug across the genre. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/country-songs-about-marijuana/
Country Singers Who Have Admitted to Smoking Pot [PICTURES]
There are a number of country stars who enjoy a bit of marijuana every so often, or have at least tried it — including some who may surprise you. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Read More
7 Songs You Didn’t Know Glen Campbell Played On
Did you know he played on these hits? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/glen-campbell-session-musician-songs/
Merle Haggard’s Daughter Dana Has Died
Rest in peace, Dana … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/merle-haggard-daughter-dana-dead-dies/
Merle Haggard’s Oldest Daughter Dana Dies
Her brother Ben shared the news with his followers on social media, revealing that she died on Tuesday. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/merle-haggard-daughter-dana-haggard-dead/
Remember How Toby Keith Saved One of Merle Haggard’s Last Shows?
He got the chance to really help his hero and friend out at the end. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/toby-keith-saved-merle-haggard-last-shows/
10 Essential Merle Haggard Lyrics
These are lyrics that we’ll be quoting forever … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/merle-haggard-lyrics/
8 Songs That Reference Merle Haggard
You know you’re a legend when you get name-checked — and Haggard’s name comes up in quite a few country songs. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/songs-that-reference-merle-haggard-the-hag/
Top 10 Merle Haggard Songs
What’s your No. 1 pick? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/top-merle-haggard-songs/
The Boot News Roundup: Merle Haggard’s Tour Bus Is for Sale + More
Welcome to The Boot’s News Roundup, a morning rundown of the news country music fans need to know. Read on to learn more about the latest goings-on in the country, Americana, bluegrass and folk genres. Read More
Cody Johnson, Mo Pitney and William Michael Morgan Team for Awesome Merle Haggard Tribute [Watch]
Country singer Cody Johnson recently teamed with Mo Pitney and William Michael Morgan for a three-man rendition of Merle Haggard‘s “Okie from Muskogee.” Released on Johnson’s Facebook page, the three country artists performed Haggard’s timeless tune, taking Read More
Top 10 Country Christmas Songs
The most wonderful time of the year is here, and the hustle and bustle of shopping, parties and tree-trimming is probably keeping you busy. But you can’t have the holidays without music! Therefore, The Boot Read More
Remember When Merle Haggard Received the Kennedy Center Honors?
On Dec. 5, 2010, Merle Haggard was recognized during the 33rd annual Kennedy Center Honors. It was a career highlight — Haggard was honored alongside Paul McCartney, Oprah Winfrey, composer and lyricist Jerry Herman and dancer, Read More
The Boot News Roundup: Additional Lawsuits Filed Following Route 91 Harvest Festival Shooting + More
Welcome to The Boot’s News Roundup, a morning rundown of the news country music fans need to know. Read on to learn more about the latest goings-on in the country, Americana, bluegrass and folk genres. Read More
The Boot News Roundup: A Merle Haggard Museum Will Open in Nashville + More
Welcome to The Boot’s News Roundup, a morning rundown of the news country music fans need to know. Read on to learn more about the latest goings-on in the country, Americana, bluegrass and folk genres. Read More
Haggard Family Unveils Plans for Merle Haggard Museum
Bill and Shannon Miller, the founders of Icon Entertainment Group, joined Merle Haggard’s family to unveil plans for the new Merle Haggard Museum and Merle’s Meat + 3 Saloon to be located at 121 Third Read More