Florida Country Music Scene

Lynyrd Skynyrd Guitarist Ed King Dead at 68

August 23, 2018 0

What a legacy he leaves. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/lynyrd-skynyrd-guitarist-ed-king-dead/

Dierks Bentley, Darius Rucker + More Lauded at 2018 ACM Honors [PICTURES]

August 23, 2018 0

Congrats, y’all! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/2018-acm-honors-photos/

Ed King, Former Lynyrd Skynyrd Guitarist, Dead at 68

August 23, 2018 0

May he rest in peace … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/ed-king-lynyrd-skynyrd-guitarist-dead-dies/

Kacey Musgraves Shares Her Early Struggle in Nashville With Reese Witherspoon [Watch]

August 23, 2018 0

It was intimidating, but it helped shape the artist she is today. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/kacey-musgraves-early-days-nashville-reese-witherspoon-interview/

The Old Sam Hunt Can’t Come to the Phone Right Now, Because He’s Shaving

August 23, 2018 0

A beardless — almost hairless — “Body Like a Back Road” singer accepted the Gene Weed Milestone Award. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/sam-hunt-shaved-head-pictures/

63 of Our Favorite Red Carpet Photos From the ACM Honors, Including Dierks, Darius, Dustin, Kelsea, Kip, Cam & More

August 23, 2018 0

http://images.tritondigitalcms.com/6616/sites/1446/2018/08/23092311/Kelsea-Darius-Dustin.jpgBefore the 12th annual ACM Honors ceremony kicked off in Nashville on Aug. 22, many country stars walked the red carpet outside the historic Ryman Auditorium. The evening was dedicated to the special honorees and Read More

Kelsea Ballerini + Morgan Evans, Ashley McBryde and More Hang at 2018 ACM Honors [PICTURES]

August 23, 2018 0

The awards ceremony took place in Nashville on Wednesday night (Aug. 22). Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/2018-acm-honors-red-carpet-backstage-photos/

Cole Swindell’s 5 Favorite Twitter Follows Inspire, Amuse + Freak Him Out!

August 23, 2018 0

It’s an eclectic mix! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/cole-swindell-twitter-favorite-follows/

5 Years Ago: Linda Ronstadt Reveals She Has Parkinson’s Disease

August 23, 2018 0

On Aug. 23, 2013, Ronstadt announced in an interview with AARP that she had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease and, as a result, “can’t sing a note” anymore. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted Read More

15 Years Ago: Trace Adkins Is Inducted Into the Grand Ole Opry

August 23, 2018 0

On Aug. 23, 2003, Adkins was officially inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/trace-adkins-inducted-grand-ole-opry/

49 Years Ago: Johnny Cash Earns No. 1 Hit With ‘A Boy Named Sue’

August 23, 2018 0

On Aug. 23, 1969, Cash earned a No. 1 hit with his song “A Boy Named Sue,” from his ‘At San Quentin’ album. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/johnny-cash-a-boy-named-sue-no-1/

Willie Jones Has the ‘Windows Down,’ No Cares in Fun New Video [Exclusive Premiere]

August 23, 2018 0

He’s leaving all his cares behind, and inviting you to come along! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/willie-jones-windows-down-video/

Keith Walker Goes Acoustic for ‘That Song’ Performance [Exclusive Video]

August 23, 2018 0

“Music has a way of bringing you back to a memory and makes time disappear so that the memory feels brand new …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/keith-walker-that-song-acoustic-video/

Runaway June Releasing Self-Titled Debut EP

August 23, 2018 0

“This is a group of songs that really expresses us as a band,” says Runaway June’s Naomi Cooke about the new EP. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/runaway-june-self-titled-debut-ep/

See What Happens When Kimberly Schlapman’s Daughter Calls Her Live on TV

August 23, 2018 0

She wasn’t expecting her daughter to call her on TV, but she certainly thought it was great! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/kimberly-schlapman-daughter-calls-live-on-tv/

Kendall Jenner Is a Chris Stapleton Fan and His Wife, Morgane, Is Here for It

August 23, 2018 0

When the 22-year-old reality star urged Stapleton to “call me,” his wife had a funny response. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/kendall-jenner-chris-stapleton-fan-morgane-response/

Reba McEntire’s Best Live Shots [PICTURES]

August 23, 2018 0

McEntire has earned her status among the genre’s icons. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/reba-mcentire-live-photos/

See the Craziest, Most Extravagant Features in Country Stars’ Homes [Pictures]

August 22, 2018 0

Some stars have plunked down serious cash for some pretty outlandish touches in their mansions. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/country-stars-houses-craziest-features/

Thomas Rhett and Wife Lauren Are Going All Out on Their Italian Vacation

August 22, 2018 0

How beautiful is this? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/thomas-rhett-wife-lauren-italian-vacation/

Steven Tyler Hits President Trump With Cease and Desist Over Rally Music

August 22, 2018 0

The rock legend claims the president is subject to “the maximum penalty under the law.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/steven-tyler-donald-trump-cease-and-desist-livin-on-the-edge-rally-music/

Loretta Lynn’s ‘Wouldn’t It Be Great’ Album Finally Being Released in September

August 22, 2018 0

It’ll be worth the wait. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/loretta-lynn-wouldnt-it-be-great-album-release-date/

Who Are Fruition? 5 Things You Need to Know

August 22, 2018 0

“Serendipity and luck and some kind of musical magnetism brought us together …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/who-are-fruition-band/

Cowboy Troy Definitely Didn’t Cry the First Time He Heard Himself on the Radio

August 22, 2018 0

“I sat in the car and didn’t move. I was just kind of like, ‘Wow.’” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/cowboy-troy-first-time-on-radio/

They Broke the Law: See Country Stars’ Mugshots

August 22, 2018 0

Legends such as Hank Williams Jr., Randy Travis and George Jones, among others, have found themselves in trouble with the law Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/celebrity-mugshots/

Jason Aldean and Florida Georgia Line’s Friendship Got Off to a Rocky Start

August 22, 2018 0

“Who are you and why are you in my dressing room?” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/jason-aldean-florida-georgia-line-friendship/

Jason Aldean’s Sister Is Dating Chuck Wicks, But Don’t Worry — It’s Not Weird!

August 22, 2018 0

The “Drowns the Whiskey” singer recently talked about the budding romance. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/chuck-wicks-dating-jason-aldeans-sister-kasi/

Brothers Osborne Unwittingly Make a Music Video in ‘Shoot Me Straight’ Clip [WATCH]

August 22, 2018 0

Brothers Osborne didn’t love any of their directors’ ideas for their “Shoot Me Straight” music video, but … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/brothers-osborne-shoot-me-straight-music-video/

Ray Stevens, Jeannie Seely, Brenda Lee & Ben Folds Inducted Into Music City Walk of Fame [Photo Gallery]

August 22, 2018 0

http://images.tritondigitalcms.com/6616/sites/1446/2018/08/22112209/Ray-Stevens1.jpgThe Music City Walk of Fame inducted four new members—Ben Folds, Brenda Lee, Jeannie Seely and Ray Stevens—during a ceremony on Aug. 21. The Music City Walk of Fame—created in 2006—is a tribute to artists Read More

Chevrolet Signs On As Presenting Sponsor Debuting The All-New 2019 Silverado

August 22, 2018 0

Tailgate Fest is excited to announce its debut on September 1, 2018. This one-of-a-kind event will take place outside of The Forum boasting an impressive first-year line up including Toby Keith, Nelly, Joe Nichols, Randy Read More

Top 10 Country Music Albums of the 2000s

August 22, 2018 0

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/

Aaron Watson Inspired by Outpouring of Love After Hurricane Harvey

August 22, 2018 0

The decision to hold off on releasing a live album was easy for Aaron Watson. Making the live album was not. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/aaron-watson-interview-live-album-houston-rodeo-hurricane/

Walker Hayes Recounts Terrifying Delivery, Heartbreaking Death of Baby Girl After Wife’s Uterine Rupture

August 22, 2018 0

It was one of the worst days of his life. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/walker-hayes-wife-kids-baby-uterine-rupture/

Loretta Lynn Sets ‘Wouldn’t It Be Great’ Release Date, Shares Title Track [LISTEN]

August 22, 2018 0

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

August 22, 2018 0

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/

See Country Music’s Most Memorable Mug Shots

August 22, 2018 0

A few of these famous country music mug shots are for more serious crimes, but none resulted in long sentences. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TasteofCountry.com http://tasteofcountry.com/country-music-mug-shots/

Canadian Country Artist Eric Ethridge Wins Big!

August 22, 2018 0

The 2018 Unsigned Only Music Competition has announced it’s winners, and for the 4th time in years, the overall Grand Prize has now been won by a country music artist! Our heartfelt congratulations go out Read More

Walker Hayes, Wife Laney Open Up About Medical Trauma That Killed Newborn Daughter Oakleigh Klover

August 22, 2018 0

Laney suffered a uterine rupture, which killed their baby girl and almost cost Laney her life, too. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/walker-hayes-wife-laney-uterine-rupture-daughter-oakleigh-klover-death/