Jeff Hyde, ‘Cold’ [Exclusive Premiere]
Songwriter Jeff Hyde is preparing to release an album of his own in February, but The Boot’s readers can get an early listen to one of its songs. Press play below to hear “Cold.” “Cold” Read More
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The Devil Makes Three Bring Raucous 2018 Tour to Philadelphia [PICTURES]
Americana trio the Devil Makes Three‘s 2018 tour made a stop at the Electric Factory in Philadelphia, Pa., on Friday night (Jan. 26). Flip through the gallery above to see photos from the show, which Read More
49 Years Ago: ‘The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour’ Debuts on CBS
Forty-nine years ago today, on Jan. 29, 1969, The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour debuted on CBS. Campbell earned his own variety show following his tenure as a successful summer replacement for The Smothers Brothers Comedy Read More
8 Things You Might Have Missed at the 2018 Grammy Awards [PICTURES]
The Grammy Awards celebrated their 60th anniversary on Sunday (Jan. 28), bringing the show to Madison Square Garden and back to New York City for the first time in 15 years. From impassioned speeches to tearjerking tributes Read More
Lora Kelly, ‘Both Hands’ Music Video [Exclusive Premiere]
Virginia-based singer-songwriter Lora Kelly is premiering the music video for her song “Both Hands” exclusively for readers of The Boot. Fans can press play above to watch. According to Kelly, “Both Hands” is a deeply Read More
Lora Kelley, ‘Both Hands’ Music Video [Exclusive Premiere]
Virginia-based singer-songwriter Lora Kelley is premiering the music video for her song “Both Hands” exclusively for readers of The Boot. Fans can press play above to watch. According to Kelley, “Both Hands” is a deeply Read More
Country Music’s Best and Worst Dressed at the 2018 Grammy Awards [PICTURES]
On Sunday night (Jan. 28), country music’s brightest stars donned their fanciest gowns and suits to walk the red carpet at the 2018 Grammy Awards. Flip through the photo gallery below to see The Boot’s picks Read More
Top 5 Country Music Moments From the 2018 Grammy Awards
Country music’s biggest stars brought their best to the 60th annual Grammy Awards on Sunday night (Jan. 28). Both during the Premiere Ceremony, when many country and Americana awards were presented, and during the broadcast, Read More
Kelly Clarkson and Brandon Blackstock Have Date Night at 2018 Grammy Awards [PICTURES]
Kelly Clarkson and her husband since 2012, Brandon Blackstock, appeared on the red carpet before the 60th annual Grammy Awards in New York City on Sunday night (Jan. 28). Click through the photo gallery above to see Read More
Jason Isbell: ‘I Think It’s Important for Everybody to Use Their Voice’
On “White Man’s World,” one of the most political songs Jason Isbell has ever penned, he sings, presumably about his wife and all women in the music industry, “Mama wants to change that Nashville sound Read More
Maren Morris Stuns on the 2018 Grammy Awards Red Carpet [PICTURES]
Maren Morris stunned on the red carpet at the 2018 Grammy Awards. She took the walk solo on Sunday night (Jan. 28). Dressed in a floor-length silver dress, Morris’ look was daring, yet classy. Her Read More
Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins Walk the Red Carpet at the 2018 Grammy Awards [PICTURES]
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Reba McEntire Dons White Rose, Talks #MeToo and #TimesUp Backstage at the 2018 Grammy Awards
“My message is, I want to treat you like I want to be treated.” Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/reba-mcentire-white-rose-metoo-2018-grammys/
Country Music Shines Bright at the 2018 Grammy Awards [PICTURES]
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Country Stars Walk the 2018 Grammy Awards Red Carpet [PICTURES]
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23 Years Ago: Alan Jackson Hits No. 1 With ‘Gone Country’
Twenty-three years ago today (Jan. 28), Alan Jackson had plenty to celebrate: It was on this day in 1995 that the singer scored his 10th No. 1 hit with the song “Gone Country,” from his Read More
2018 Grammy Awards Winners List
The Recording Academy will crown 2018’s Grammy Awards winners on Sunday (Jan. 28). The 60th annual Grammys ceremony is set to take place at Madison Square Garden in New York City; the televised ceremony will begin Read More
20 Years Ago: The Dixie Chicks Release ‘Wide Open Spaces’
Twenty years ago today, on Jan. 27, 1998, the Dixie Chicks released their major-label debut album, Wide Open Spaces. Formed in 1989 by Laura Lynch, Robin Lynn Macy and sisters Martie and Emily Erwin (now Martie Read More
Watch New Music Videos from Kip Moore, Carly Pearce, Ashley McBryde + More Country Artists
This week was a busy one for artists releasing new music videos. Read on to watch ’em! Kip Moore, “Last Shot” Kip Moore‘s music video for “Last Shot” is a 4 minute and 27 second-long battle cry: a Read More
Interview: Steep Canyon Rangers Channel Live Energy Into Studio Magic on ‘Out in the Open’
For nearly two decades, the Steep Canyon Rangers have been recording albums and performing live; they’ve collaborated with bluegrass icons Steve Martin and Jerry Douglas, won a Grammy and a few IBMA Awards and topped the Billboard Bluegrass Albums Read More
Hear Old Crow Medicine Show’s ‘Flicker & Shine,’ Sara Evans’ ‘All The Love You Left Me’ + More New Country Singles
Old Crow Medicine Show, Sara Evans, Muscadine Bloodline, and more all have new music out this week. Read on to hear it! Old Crow Medicine Show, “Flicker & Shine” Old Crow Medicine Show’s “Flicker & Shine” is Read More
Reba McEntire’s Top 5 Acting Roles
She’s not just one of country music’s most legendary divas; no, Reba McEntire is a renaissance woman, who has sung, danced and acted her way into the hearts of millions of fans over the years. From Read More
2018 Grammy Awards Predictions: The Boot Readers vs. Staff
Music’s Biggest Night — the 2018 Grammy Awards — is just around the corner, which means it’s time to think about who might take home trophies this year. The Boot’s readers and staff have made their Read More
The Dixie Chicks’ ‘Wide Open Spaces’ Tracks, Ranked
The Dixie Chicks‘ major-label debut album, Wide Open Spaces, turns 20 on Jan. 27, 2018. Formed in 1989 by Laura Lynch, Robin Lynn Macy and sisters Martie and Emily Erwin (these days, they’re Martie Maguire and Read More
Reba McEntire Shares the Secret to Her Longevity: ‘I’m Trying to Recreate Myself … and Have Consistency’
Reba McEntire has taken on a number of projects recently, both music-oriented and otherwise: In 2017, she released a gospel album, Sing It Now: Songs of Faith & Hope; she’s continuing her Las Vegas residency, Reba, Brooks & Read More
Everything We Know About Brothers Osborne’s Sophomore Album, ‘Port Saint Joe’
Brothers Osborne are set to release their sophomore album in April. The boys says it’s an amalgamation of their career so far. “Port Saint Joe is a sonic representation of who we’ve become not only Read More
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
15 Years Ago: Shania Twain and the Dixie Chicks Take Over Super Bowl XXXVII
On Jan. 26, 2003 — 15 years ago today — country music made its biggest showing in years at the NFL’s most high-profile game. At Super Bowl XXXVII, at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, Calif., Read More
8 Years Ago: Lady Antebellum Release ‘Need You Now’ Album
Eight years ago today, on Jan. 26, 2010, Lady Antebellum released their sophomore album, Need You Now. The record spawned three No. 1 singles, including its title track, which remains the biggest-selling single of the trio’s career. “Need Read More
Emily Hackett Performs ‘Once in a While’ ‘Live at the Church’ [Exclusive Premiere]
Nashville singer-songwriter Emily Hackett filmed a special performance of her song “Once in a While” at her home church in Nashville, and she’s giving The Boot’s readers an exclusive first look at the stunning clip. Readers Read More
Everything We Know About Jason Aldean’s New Album, ‘Rearview Town’
Jason Aldean fans will have new music from the country superstar in 2018. Aldean’s eighth studio album, Rearview Town, is due out this spring. Aldean’s shared a first single from his new album, and announced a Read More
POLL: Which 2018 Grammy Awards Country Performance Are You Most Excited For?
The 2018 Grammy Awards telecast will feature a handful of big country music moments: Half a dozen country acts will take the stage during the awards ceremony to perform. On Jan. 4, the Recording Academy Read More
Story Behind the Song: Lee Ann Womack, ‘When I Come Around’
Lee Ann Womack and Mando Saenz go way back.In the late 1990s, Womack married record producer Frank Liddell, who is Saenz’ publisher. Womack’s 2014 album The Way I’m Livin’ features as its final track “When I Read More
Brothers Osborne Hope to Carry on Country Music’s Tradition of Saying Things That Matter
Brothers Osborne aren’t afraid to speak their minds. The sibling duo, made up of TJ and John Osborne, were lured into the country music genre by the artists who came before them who refused to Read More
The Dixie Chicks’ Best Live Shots [PICTURES]
The Dixie Chicks, made of Natalie Maines, Martie Maguire and Emily strayer (formerly Emily Robison), released their major-label debut record, Wide Open Spaces, 20 years ago on Jan. 27, 1998. It was, to say the least, a hit: The record has Read More
Ryan Sims, ‘Black and Blue’ Music Video [Exclusive Premiere]
Singer-songwriter Ryan Sims is premiering his new music video for his song “Black and Blue” exclusively with The Boot. Readers can press play above to watch. An upbeat song with a light-but-steady beat, “Black and Blue” Read More
Little Big Town Say Success of ‘Better Man’ Is All Thanks to Taylor Swift
Little Big Town knew “Better Man” was bound to be a hit the first time they heard it, but they didn’t necessarily realize just how successful it would be. The platinum-selling, No. 1 song, written by Read More
POLL: Who Will Be Country Music’s Biggest Winner at the 2018 Grammy Awards?
The 2018 Grammy Awards are coming up on Sunday (Jan. 28), and numerous country acts are nominated multiple times at the annual event. Which artist do you think will walk away the biggest winner that Read More
Jimmy Wayne’s First Time on the Radio: ‘It Was Incredible!’
In 2003, Jimmy Wayne released his self-titled debut album; its first single, “Stay Gone,” reached the Top 10 on the Billboard country charts. The tune was inspired by the singer’s sister, Patricia, who explained her marital Read More
Chris Stapleton: ‘Play Songs That You Love, Even the Deep Ones’
Before Chris Stapleton became one of the most-respected country artists currently working, the singer-songwriter went years without earning recognition outside of those “in the know.” The 39-year-old says, in the spotlight or not, he’s content to let Read More
Dierks Bentley Plans to ‘Make a Lot of Memories’ With Brothers Osborne, Lanco on 2018 Mountain High Tour
To announce his 2018 Mountain High Tour, Dierks Bentley collaborated with Ryan Silver to release an intensely goofy short video starring himself as a dreadlocked shaman leading a group of musicians (the tour’s opening acts, Brothers Osborne and Read More
5 Songs You Didn’t Know Lari White Wrote
Following Lari White‘s death on Jan. 23, after a brief battle with cancer, messages of love and sorrow came pouring out of Nashville. To country fans not familiar with older country music, White’s name may Read More
The Boot News Roundup: Kacey Musgraves Is NOT Becoming a ‘Real Housewife’ + 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
Rockabye Baby Turns Johnny Cash’s ‘Ring of Fire’ Into a Lullaby [Exclusive Premiere]
Parents, rejoice: Hip lullaby producers Rockabye Baby have put together an album’s worth of lullaby versions of Johnny Cash songs, and The Boot is premiering the kid-friendly version of the iconic “Ring of Fire.” Readers can Read More
Story Behind the Song: Aubrie Sellers, ‘People Talking’
Aubrie Sellers‘ 2016 album New City Blues — the record that, in part, led to her deal with Warner Music Nashville — takes its title from a line in its 10th song, “People Talking.” Co-written by Sellers and Read More
12 Country Albums Turning 20 in 2018
In 1998, some of country’s favorite stars shared new albums with the world. That was 20 years ago, and to put things in perspective: Throughout that year, cassette tapes were still on store shelves, Titanic-mania Read More
Everything We Know About Ashley McBryde’s New Album, ‘Girl Going Nowhere’
In 2018, Ashley McBryde is poised to be one of country music’s biggest breakout artists. In late January, the singer-songwriter announced that she will release a new album, Girl Going Nowhere, this spring. The project follows Read More
‘Big Kenny’ Alphin + Christiev Carothers — Country’s Greatest Love Stories
Kenny Alphin — also known as “Big Kenny” of Big & Rich — and his wife, Christiev Carothers, married in 2005. Thirteen years and two kids later, they’re still going strong. The couple first met in 2004, Read More
Dallas Moore, ‘You Know the Rest’ [Exclusive Premiere]
Outlaw country artist Dallas Moore is debuting his new song “You Know the Rest” exclusively for readers of The Boot. Press play below to listen. With traditional country sensibilities and a gravelly voice that recalls Read More
28 Years Ago: Clint Black Earns His First Platinum Album With ‘Killin’ Time’
Twenty-eight years ago today, on Jan. 23, 1990, Clint Black had one million reasons to celebrate: It was on that date that the singer-songwriter earned his first platinum album, with his Killin’ Time record. Killin’ Read More