Story Behind the Song: Carly Pearce, ‘Closer to You’
“It’s no surprise that I’m in love. Everybody knows it …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/carly-pearce-closer-to-you-lyrics/
Country News
Kane Brown Wasn’t Kidding About that Marshmello Collaboration — It’s Coming in 2019
The two artists traded tweets confirming the collab. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kane-brown-marshmello-collaboration/
Garth Brooks Reflects on Taking the Stage at Notre Dame Stadium: ‘It Felt Cold’
Plus, the country legend reveals what kind of performance is even more intimidating than a show in front of 85,000 fans. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/garth-brooks-notre-dame-concert-thoughts/
Watch Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real’s ‘(Forget About) Georgia’ From ‘Austin City Limits’ [Exclusive Video]
Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real’s performance is from a recent ‘Austin City Limits’ appearance. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/lukas-nelson-and-promise-of-the-real-forget-about-georgia-austin-city-limits/
Watch Kacey Musgraves’ Hopeful ‘Rainbow’ on ‘Austin City Limits’ [Exclusive Video]
“There’s always been a rainbow hangin’ over your head …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kacey-musgraves-rainbow-austin-city-limits/
Thousand Oaks Shooting Victim Telemachus Orfanos Had Survived Route 91 Festival Shooting
His mother says thoughts and prayers aren’t enough. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/telemachus-orfanos-route-91-thousand-oaks/
These Are the 12 Victims of the Thousand Oaks, Calif., Shooting
Rest in peace … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/thousand-oaks-shooting-victims/
Dolly Parton’s ‘Girl in the Movies’ + 6 More New Songs You Need to Hear
Which one’s your favorite? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dolly-partons-girl-in-the-movies-devin-dawson-dark-horse/
Tim McGraw’s ‘Neon Church’ + 7 More Music Videos You Need to Watch
From unlikely churches to lifesaving masquerades, this week’s country videos are rich with emotion, wit and sentiment. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/tim-mcgraw-neon-church-dolly-parton-here-i-am-music-videos/
Eric Van Houten, ‘Come Find Me’ [Exclusive Premiere]
“It’s more than just love between two people; it’s kind of about love with where your roots are from … what made you you, and finding your way back.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Read More
The Boot News Roundup: Brandy Clark Signs With Big Machine Music + More
Clark’s new partnership with the organization is a “co-publishing” arrangement with Clark’s All BC Music, and, according to a press release, will allow the newly formed duo to “discover, sign and develop songwriters.” Continue reading… Read More
‘Real Country’: 5 Contestants Who Might Win It
Out of the 21 emerging country artists in the running on the new TV show, we think these five are the ones to watch. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/real-country-tv-show-contestants-to-watch/
Kane Brown’s ‘Experiment’: 5 Must-Hear Moments
Brown’s sophomore album is a melting pot of styles and sounds. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kane-brown-experiment-best-songs/
Hear Zac Brown Band’s New Single, ‘Someone I Used to Know’, Co-Written By Shawn Mendes
The band teamed up with the pop star to co-write their new single, “Someone I Used to Know.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/zac-brown-band-shawn-mendes-someone-i-used-to-know/
William Michael Morgan, ‘Talking to a Girl’ [Exclusive Premiere]
Morgan moves on from a painful breakup in this hopeful new ballad. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/william-michael-morgan-talking-to-a-girl/
Zac Brown Band Head ‘Down the Rabbit Hole’ (Again) for 2019 Tour
The Zac Brown Band are expanding their 2018 Down the Rabbit Hole Live Tour to include a spate of Spring 2019 shows. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/zac-brown-band-down-the-rabbit-hole-live-2019/
Morgan Wallen Doesn’t Regret Letting Jason Aldean Cut ‘You Make It Easy’
If he ever writes another song that special, though, Wallen says he plans to “keep it this time.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/morgan-wallen-you-make-it-easy-jason-aldean/
Lady Antebellum: 2018 CMA Awards Nod Is ‘Humbling’, Even After 10 Years Together
If anything, it’s a testament to their longevity as a band. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/lady-antebellum-cma-awards-2018-nomination/
Rosanne Cash, Chely Wright + Others Talk Gun Control Following Thousand Oaks Shooting
“When will we get serious about gun violence in America?” asks Wright. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/rosanne-cash-margo-price-chely-wright-gun-control-thousand-oaks-shooting/
Actress Tamera Mowry-Housley’s Niece Alaina Dies in Thousand Oaks Shooting
Alaina Housley died in the Nov. 7 shooting at Borderline Bar & Grill in Thousand Oaks, Calif. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/alaina-housley-tamera-mowry-housley-thousand-oaks-shooting/
12 Dead in Shooting at Thousand Oaks, Calif., Country Bar
Twelve people have died after a gunman opened fire at the Borderline Bar & Grill, a country bar in Thousand Oaks, Calif. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/borderline-bar-and-grill-thousand-oaks-california-shooting/
Who Is Hardy? 5 Things You Need to Know
Get to know the up-and-comer, who will be out on tour with Morgan Wallen in 2019. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/who-is-hardy/
Every CMA Awards Male and Female Vocalist of the Year Winner Ever
The CMA trophies for Male and Female Vocalist of the Year are honors to receive, not just in recognition of a single musical work, but in recognition of a year spent contributing to the country Read More
‘Willie: Life & Songs of an American Outlaw’ All-Star Concert Announced
Nelson will be joined by his friends and disciples for an all-star concert in his honor. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/willie-nelson-life-and-songs-of-an-american-outlaw-concert/
Aubrie Sellers Was Almost at Borderline Bar & Grill During Shooting
Sellers changed her plans at the last minute. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/aubrie-sellers-thousand-oaks-shooting-borderline-bar-grill/
Charlie Daniels + More Honor Sgt. Ron Helus, Officer Killed in Thousand Oaks Shooting
“Sgt. Ron Helus, you died saving lives. There is no higher calling. Rest In Peace.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/ron-helus-thousand-oaks-borderline-bar-and-grill-shooting/
What Does ‘Real Country’ Mean? Judges Shania Twain, Jake Owen + Travis Tritt Reflect
Contestants on the new singing competition ‘Real Country’ embody all different aspects of the genre, according to judges Owen and Twain. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/real-country-tv-show-shania-twain-jake-owen-travis-tritt-interview/
The Steel Woods, ‘Rock That Says My Name’ [Exclusive Premiere]
“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
Top 5 Lauren Alaina Songs
Is your No. 1 pick our No. 1 pick? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/top-lauren-alaina-songs/
Story Behind the Song: Pistol Annies, ‘Got My Name Changed Back’
“Sometimes you just need a little silver lining and, for one second in that day, to just laugh out loud and not be heartbroken …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/pistol-annies-got-my-name-changed-back-lyrics/
How Little Jimmy Dickens Welcomed Darius Rucker Into the Country Music Family
“That was the moment I belonged. That was the moment I was part of country music.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/darius-rucker-little-jimmy-dickens-grand-ole-opry/
Watch Jade Bird, Maggie Rose Cover Aretha Franklin During Live in the Vineyard Late-Night Karaoke
“R-E-S-P-E-C-T!” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/jade-bird-maggie-rose-aretha-franklin-respect-karaoke/
Who Are the Reklaws? 5 Things You Need to Know
The Reklaws are more than a pair of uber-talented siblings… a lot more. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/who-are-the-reklaws/
Watch Jimmy Kimmel Make People Believe Kid Rock Won a Senate Seat
Kimmel’s ‘Lie Witness News’ segment featured fake news footage about Rock winning a special election for Michigan’s U.S. Senate seat. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/jimmy-kimmel-kid-rock-lie-witness-news/
Morgan Wallen Says Family’s Support of His Music Career Has ‘Been a Blessing’
“They never held me back, and they never made me feel crazy at all for doing this.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/morgan-wallen-family-support/
Watch Kip Moore Cover Pearl Jam’s ‘Better Man’ Live in Concert
Moore shared this cover during an early-November show in San Diego, Calif. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kip-moore-pearl-jam-better-man/
Russell Dickerson, Carly Pearce Join Forces for The Way Back Tour 2019
The two rising artists will be co-headlining the trek. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/russell-dickerson-carly-pearce-the-way-back-tour-2019/
Every CMA Awards Album of the Year Winner Ever
Here’s every artist and album that has won Album of the Year at the CMA Awards … ever. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/every-cma-awards-album-of-the-year-winner-ever/
The Boot News Roundup: Justin Moore, Blackberry Smoke + Ruston Kelly Plan 2019 Tours
It’s a big week for tour news! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/justin-moore-blackberry-smoke-ruston-kelly-2019-tour-dates/
Austin Jenckes Offers Rooftop ‘In My Head’ Acoustic Performance [Exclusive Video]
“It has such vivid imagery in the lyrics,” Jenckes says, “that it feels like I’m in that moment every time we play it.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/austin-jenckes-in-my-head-acoustic/
Eric Church Sings With Bruce Springsteen at Stand Up for Heroes Event [WATCH]
The Chief and the Boss! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/eric-church-bruce-springsteen-working-on-the-highway-stand-up-for-heroes-2018/
Kenny Chesney Books 2019 Songs for the Saints Tour
Chesney will be downsizing (but just a bit) for his 2019 Songs for the Saints Tour. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kenny-chesney-2019-songs-for-the-saints-tour/
Ashley Monroe Has No Idea What to Do When She Hears Herself on the Radio
“If I turned it up, would that be vain? Maybe I’ll just enjoy it? Do I take a picture? I don’t know!” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/ashley-monroe-first-time-on-radio/
Interview: Charlie Daniels Knew Beau Weevils Project Was Special ‘Two Verses In’
“The music, the arrangements, the tempos, the everything about it — everything just kind of started fitting together.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/charlie-daniels-beau-weevils-interview/
Dillon Carmichael: One of the Simplest Musical Lessons ‘Can’t Be Taught’
Carmichael learned a lot from his famous uncles Eddie Montgomery and John Michael Montgomery, but there’s one lesson he had to learn the hard way. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dillon-carmichael-interview-2018/
Brent Cobb Announces Headlining 2019 Sucker for a Good Time Tour
Cobb will be out on the road in the new year! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/brent-cobb-headlining-2019-sucker-for-a-good-time-tour/
Zac Brown Band Bring Harmony to ‘The Bare Necessities’ for ‘Mickey’s 90th Spectacular’ [WATCH]
Do y’all remember this ‘The Jungle Book’ song? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/zac-brown-band-bare-necessities-mickeys-90th-spectacular/
Garth Brooks to Perform Brand-New Song for Wife Trisha Yearwood at 2018 CMA Awards
It’ll be the first time anyone — including Yearwood — has heard the song. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/garth-brooks-new-song-cma-awards-trishas-song-stm/
Top 10 Country Vacation Songs
There’s nothing we look forward to more through the long winter months than the prospect of a nice, relaxing (and preferably tropical) vacation. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/country-vacation-songs/
Dan + Shay Were Caught Off Guard By Their 2018 CMA Awards Nominations
Still, the duo say they’re grateful to be recognized for their hard work! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dan-and-shay-2018-cmas-interview/