Country Music Hall of Fame Guitarist Harold Bradley Dead at 93
Rest in peace, Harold … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/harold-bradley-dead-dies/
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Story Behind the Song: Greensky Bluegrass, ‘It’s Not Mine Anymore’
“It was shortly after the presidential election a couple of years ago, and I don’t try to be political, but …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/green-sky-bluegrass-its-not-mine-anymore-lyrics-information/
Amy Wilcox, ‘Fortune Teller’ [Exclusive Premiere]
According to Wilcox, “Fortune Teller” was inspired by a real-life fortune teller she met in Washington, DC Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/amy-wilcox-fortune-teller/
What Makes Playing With Willie Nelson So Much Fun? The Improvisation
“Before I know it, I’m there for, like, eight tunes, and I’m just learning the tunes as I’m going …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/willie-nelson-live-memories-stories/
Grammy Awards Rewind: See Old Photos of Brad Paisley, Reba McEntire + More at the Big Show
Throwback! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/grammy-awards-old-photos/
Blackberry Smoke Offer Free Concert Tickets to Furloughed Government Employees
The group says it’s important to them to show their appreciation for American workers. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/blackberry-smoke-furloughed-workers-concert-tickets/
How Roger Miller Legitimized Country Music + Set a Grammy Awards Bar With 11 Wins in Two Years
Roger Miller won 11 Grammy Awards in a mere two years (1965 and 1966), off the strength of his critical and commercial hits “Dang Me” and “King of the Road.” Continue reading… This Article Was Read More
LISTEN: Mitchell Tenpenny’s Playlist Brings Together Friends and Influences
It’s music to our ears! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/mitchell-tenpenny-spotify-playlist/
Wynonna Judd Signs With Indie Record Label Anti
Judd has joined the indie label’s roster. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/wynonna-judd-signs-with-indie-record-label-anti/
Jerrod Niemann Headed to Bars + Clubs for 2019 Tallboys and Short Stories Tour
Niemann will spend the spring of 2019 returning to where it all started. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/jerrod-niemann-tallboys-and-short-stories-tour-2019/
Jamey Johnson, LeAnn Rimes + More Join WE Fest 2019 Lineup
Ten more acts — including Johnson and Rimes — have been added to the bill for the annual summertime country music festival. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/we-fest-2019-lineup/
Easton Corbin Finds a Backwoods Groove in New Single, ‘Somebody’s Gotta Be Country’ [WATCH]
“Somebody’s gotta be …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/easton-corbin-somebodys-gotta-be-country/
Cassadee Pope Was in Singapore the First Time She Heard Herself on the Radio
“It was so crazy, because we hadn’t even heard our music in the States yet …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/cassadee-pope-first-time-stories-radio/
The Boot News Roundup: Tim McGraw + Others Set for 2019 iHeartCountry Festival + More
Tim McGraw, Dan + Shay and Florida Georgia Line lead the 2019 iHeartCountry Festival lineup. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/2019-iheartcountry-festival-lineup/
James Robert Webb, ‘Now We’re Gettin’ Somewhere’ Music Video [Exclusive Premiere]
The clip is set at an iconic drive-in movie theater in Webb’s home city of Tulsa, Okla., the Admiral Twin. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/james-robert-webb-now-were-gettin-somewhere-music-video/
Watch Randy Travis Make Surprise Appearance at Cody Jinks Show
What a special moment! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/randy-travis-cody-jinks-surprise/
FBI: Route 91 Harvest Festival Shooter Stephen Paddock Sought ‘Infamy’
According to a new report from the FBI, Route 91 Harvest Festival shooter Stephen Paddock’s goal was simply to cause the most damage possible. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/route-91-harvest-festival-las-vegas-shooter-motive/
Dale Watson, ‘David Buxkemper’ [Exclusive Premiere]
“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/
Joy Williams Debuts ‘Front Porch’ Title Track, Shares Release Details
Williams made the record while pregnant, and says the project was influenced by that time in her life. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/joy-williams-front-porch-album-song/
Eric Church’s Backup Singer Joanna Cotten Slays ‘Come Together’ Cover on Double Down Tour [WATCH]
SING IT, YOU TWO! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/eric-church-joanna-cotten-come-together-st-louis-2019/
Scotty McCreery’s Truck Got Broken Into — But the Thieves Didn’t Get Much!
Nice try! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/scotty-mccreery-truck-broken-into-nashville/
Colbie Caillat has ‘Gone West’ With Her New Country Band [LISTEN]
Their new project is all about the places this quartet calls home. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/colbie-caillat-gone-west-country-band/
Brothers Osborne Have ‘a Damn Good Time’ at Philadelphia Tour Stop [PICTURES]
Brothers Osborne played the Fillmore in Philadelphia, Pa., on Jan. 25, 2019. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/brothers-osborne-the-wild-feathers-philadelphia-2019/
Story Behind the Song: Rachel Wammack, ‘Damage’
It all began behind a bar … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/rachel-wammack-damage-lyrics/
‘No Legitimacy’ to 2019 Grammy Awards Winners List Leaked on Twitter, Says Recording Academy
“There is no legitimacy to this,” says a Recording Academy spokesperson. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/2019-grammy-awards-winners-list-leaked/
31 Years Ago: Randy Travis’ ‘Always & Forever’ Goes Double Platinum
On Jan. 29, 1988, Travis earned his first double-platinum album, for ‘Always & Forever’. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/randy-travis-always-and-forever-platinum/
Watch Dierks Bentley, Jon Pardi Have a Little Fun With ‘Am I the Only One’ Collaboration
They clearly WEREN’T the only ones who wanted to have a little fun! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dierks-bentley-jon-pardi-am-i-the-only-one/
Kane Brown Gets His Pop-Punk on With All-American Rejects Cover [WATCH]
This song is still a jam! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kane-brown-all-american-rejects-gives-you-hell/
Tegan Marie Knows Gen Z Loves All Genres, Including Country
“We will listen to “Country Roads” and then go to a Rihanna song …” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/tegan-marie-gen-z-country-music/
Tim McGraw Will Represent Country Music in 2019 Super Bowl Pre-Game Show
Football fans, you’ll be able to catch McGraw’s performance on TV, too. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/tim-mcgraw-super-bowl-2019-pre-game-performance/
Florida Georgia Line’s ‘Cruise’ Started Out as a Ballad [WATCH]
Would you still have had this song on repeat if it were a slow jam? Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/florida-georgia-line-cruise-ballad/
Russell Dickerson’s Fans Are His Gauge for Choosing Singles
Plus, the singer talks songwriting while on tour with Lady A, and why his second album is going to be different than his first. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/russell-dickerson-second-album-songwriting-picking-singles/
2018 Golden Boot Awards: See the Full List of Winners
Our readers have spoken! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/2018-golden-boot-awards-see-the-full-list-of-winners/
20 Country Albums Turning 30 in 2019
These albums are all turning the big 3-0 this year! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/country-albums-released-in-1989/
The Boot News Roundup: Dolly Parton Exhibit Coming to Grammy Museum + More
A new exhibit at the Grammy Museum will showcase the iconic looks of the country legend. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dolly-parton-grammy-museum-exhibit/
Michael Ray, Jake Owen Bring Randy Owen to Tears With Alabama Cover [WATCH]
Everyone was pretty emotional, actually … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/michael-ray-jake-owen-lady-down-on-love/
Randy Houser, Wife Tatiana Expecting First Child Together
Congratulations to the couple! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/randy-houser-wife-tatiana-baby-2019/
Watch Kelly Clarkson Slay Live Cover of Miranda Lambert’s ‘Tin Man’
Clarkson gave “Tin Man” an emotional treatment at her 2019 Meaning of Life Tour kickoff show. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kelly-clarkson-covers-miranda-lambert-tin-man/
Dolly Parton, Jeannie C. Riley Recordings Added to Grammy Hall of Fame
These songs are ICONIC! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dolly-parton-jeannie-c-riley-grammy-hall-of-fame-2019/
Dalton Domino Cancels Numerous Upcoming Concerts, Citing Personal Issues
Citing personal issues, singer-songwriter Dalton Domino has cancelled his appearance at Mile 0 Fest in Key West, Fla., along with several upcoming other performances. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/dalton-domino-personal-issues-treatment-cancels-shows-2019/
Metallica Add Loretta Lynn’s ‘You’re Lookin’ at Country’ to Nashville Show Setlist [WATCH]
Metallica brought a little country with them when they played Nashville on Thursday night (Jan. 24). Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/metallica-youre-lookin-at-country-loretta-lynn-cover/
Shania Twain’s Acting Career Is Off to the Races in Trailer for ‘Trading Paint’ [WATCH]
Shania Twain hits the big screen with John Travolta in ‘Trading Paint,’ which is set for release in February. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/shania-twain-trading-paint-trailer/
Terry Jennings, Oldest Son of Waylon Jennings, Dead at 62
Rest in peace, Terry … Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/terry-jennings-dead-dies/
Country Cares Founder Randy Owen Honored With St. Jude Patient Family Room in His Name
Owen founded the Country Cares for St. Jude Kids program 30 years ago, in 1989. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/randy-owen-st-jude-patient-family-room/
Indie Label Olivia Records’ Founders Want Today’s Female Country Artists to ‘Know Their Power’
Cris Williamson and Judy Dlugacz worked to create opportunities for women in country music via the independent label with a feminist focus. Now, they say, new artists are making opportunities for themselves. Continue reading… This Read More
Farewell Angelina Interview; Country Quartet Talks ‘Women and Wine’ EP, Touring + More
Women and wine and touring, oh my! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/farewell-angelina-women-and-wine-ep-2019/
Interview: Joshua Ray Walker Reflects on the Lifetime That Led to His Debut Album, ‘Wish You Were Here’
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/
Sister Hazel, ‘On and On’ [Exclusive Premiere]
“On and On” is a track that’s all about the right kind of romantic relationship — the type that lasts forever. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/sister-hazel-on-and-on/
Kassi Ashton Loses Her ‘Give-a-Damn’ in New Single, ‘Violins’ [LISTEN]
According to Ashton, the inspiration for the song came from her real-life romantic past. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/kassi-ashton-violins/
Maren Morris Highlights Powerful Women of All Kinds in ‘Girl’ Music Video [WATCH]
PREACH, MAREN! Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/maren-morris-girl-music-video/