Top 10 Brad Paisley Songs
Brad Paisley songs are some of the best in modern country music. Since he made his debut on the charts in 1999, Paisley has proven to be one of the genre’s most consistent hitmakers. Paisley Read More
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22 Years Ago: David Lee Murphy’s ‘Dust on the Bottle’ Hits No. 1
Twenty-two years ago today, on Oct. 28, 1995, David Lee Murphy might have dusted off a bottle of champagne to toast to his success. It was on that date that Murphy’s single “Dust on the Read More
Who Gave Brad Paisley His First Guitar?
Brad Paisley has earned respect from both fans and fellow country music stars for his guitar skills, but if it wasn’t for his grandfather, he may never have picked up the instrument. Paisley’s grandpa, Warren Jarvis, gave Read More
81 Years Ago: Charlie Daniels Is Born in Wilmington, N.C.
Happy birthday, Charlie Daniels! The singer was born on this day, Oct. 28, in 1936. Daniels was born to William Carlton and LaRue Hammonds Daniels in Wilmington, N.C. He grew up in Gulf, N.C., and Read More
Top 5 Brad Paisley Music Videos
Brad Paisley videos are some of the best in country music. So much so, in fact, that he recently became only the second artist ever to take home the Video Visionary Award at the American Read More
13 Years Ago: Big & Rich Receive First Gold Single for ‘Save a Horse (Ride a Cowboy)’
Thirteen years ago today (Oct. 28, 2004) was a big day for Big & Rich: It was on that date that the duo, made up of “Big Kenny” Alphin and John Rich, earned their first gold Read More
Top 10 Funny Brad Paisley Songs
Some of Brad Paisley‘s best-loved songs aren’t the ones that cut deep to the heart or mine through a lot of emotion. Rather, he’s known for a category of songs that only he can pull Read More
26 Years Ago: Garth Brooks’ ‘No Fences’ Makes Country Music History
Oct. 24, 1991, was a big day for Garth Brooks: It was on that date, 26 years ago, that the singer’s No Fences album was recognized for selling 5 million copies — the highest sales ever for a Read More
Carrie Underwood’s Best CMA Awards Looks [PICTURES]
Since her debut on American Idol as a fresh-faced blonde who could sing like nobody else, Carrie Underwood has taken the country music world by storm. Through the years, her style has evolved, but she’s consistently Read More
Alan Jackson, Don Schlitz Reflect on Their Country Music Hall of Fame Inductions
Alan Jackson, Don Schlitz and the late Jerry Reed were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in a special ceremony on Sunday night (Oct. 22). Even though the inductees and their families found out Read More
Top 10 Creepy Country Songs
It’s that time of the year: Creepy crawly spiders are adorning front porches, makeshift graveyards inhabit front lawns, and jack-o-lanterns light up the night sky. What better time than Halloween to recall a few of Read More
Country Stars’ Best Halloween Costumes [PICTURES]
While some country stars may not be able to leave their homes without sunglasses and a baseball cap on, lest they be spotted by fans or paparazzi, the tables turn on Halloween. It’s a holiday Read More
POLL: Who Should Win Vocal Group of the Year at the 2017 CMA Awards?
The 2017 CMA Awards will take place on Nov. 8, but before the stars align at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena for the 51st annual event, The Boot wants to know who our readers think will go home with the awards Read More
POLL: Who Should Win Song of the Year at the 2017 CMA Awards?
The 2017 CMA Awards will take place on Nov. 8, but before the stars align at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena for the 51st annual event, The Boot wants to know who our readers think will go home with the awards Read More
POLL: Who Should Win Vocal Duo of the Year at the 2017 CMA Awards?
The 2017 CMA Awards will take place on Nov. 8, but before the stars align at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena for the 51st annual event, The Boot wants to know who our readers think will go home with the awards Read More
POLL: Who Should Win New Artist of the Year at the 2017 CMA Awards?
The 2017 CMA Awards will take place on Nov. 8, but before the stars align at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena for the 51st annual event, The Boot wants to know who our readers think will go home with the awards Read More
Tanya Tucker Was in Her Dad’s Car When She First Heard Herself on the Radio
According to folklore, Tanya Tucker gave up the chance to record “Happiest Girl in the Whole U.S.A.” — a song that became a pop-country smash for Donna Fargo in 1972. No problem: Tucker went on Read More
Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers, ‘On the Water’ Music Video [Exclusive Premiere]
Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers released a new album together in September, and they’re premiering the music video for one of its tracks exclusively with The Boot. Readers can press play above to Read More
Thomas Rhett: CMA Awards Are ‘Nerve-Wracking’
Thomas Rhett won his first CMA Awards trophy in 2016, beating out Tim McGraw, Maren Morris, Chris Stapleton and Eric Church to take home Single of the Year, for “Die a Happy Man.” The “Unforgettable” singer, who is nominated in Read More
18 Years Ago: Keith Urban Releases Debut Solo Album
Eighteen years ago today, on Oct. 19, 1999, Keith Urban‘s debut solo album was released. The self-titled record marked Urban’s worldwide launch as a solo artist. Previously, Urban had released another self-titled solo album in 1991, Read More
Indigo Summer, ‘Wants What It Wants’ [Exclusive Premiere]
Nashville country duo Indigo Summer are premiering their new song “Wants What It Wants” exclusively for readers of The Boot. Press play below to listen. Indigo Summer are comprised of singer-songwriters Bryan Edwards and Hope Nix. Their Read More
POLL: Who Should Win Single of the Year at the 2017 CMA Awards?
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POLL: Who Should Win Musical Event of the Year at the 2017 CMA Awards?
The 2017 CMA Awards will take place on Nov. 8, but before the stars align at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena for the 51st annual event, The Boot wants to know who our readers think will go home with Read More
POLL: Who Should Win Music Video of the Year at the 2017 CMA Awards?
The 2017 CMA Awards will take place on Nov. 8, but before the stars align at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena for the 51st annual event, The Boot wants to know who our readers think will go home with Read More
POLL: Who Should Win Musician of the Year at the 2017 CMA Awards?
The 2017 CMA Awards will take place on Nov. 8, but before the stars align at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena for the 51st annual event, The Boot wants to know who our readers think will go home with Read More
Darius Rucker: Kane Brown’s Success at Country Radio Is Important
Darius Rucker is rooting for Kane Brown. As one of just a handful of Black country singers with a hit on country radio, he recognizes that everyone who comes after him further opens the doors of opportunity. Brown’s Read More
Chris Young Joins the Grand Ole Opry With Friends By His Side [WATCH]
Chris Young is now officially the newest member of the Grand Ole Opry. The “Losing Sleep” singer performed several songs — including his hits “Getting You Home” and “I’m Comin’ Over,” along with “Devil Woman” by Read More
Every CMA Awards New Artist of the Year Winner Ever
The Horizon Award was introduced at the 1981 CMA Awards, to recognize fresh and emerging country artists. Terri Gibbs, the hitmaker behind “Somebody’s Knocking,” was the first-ever artist to be awarded the trophy in this specific Read More
Rascal Flatts Say Past CMA Awards Snubs Refocused Them
Rascal Flatts have been nominated for more than 30 major awards, including 19 CMA Awards, throughout their career. Of those 19 CMA Awards nominations, the country trio has taken home seven trophies. While Gary LeVox, Read More
Carrie Underwood Headlining WE Fest 2018
Carrie Underwood laid low for much of 2017, but she’s already got something major on her calendar for next year: The country superstar will be headlining WE Fest 2018! Although Underwood’s had a quiet 2017 for the most Read More
Story Behind the Song: Chris Young, ‘Losing Sleep’
The debut single from and title track of Chris Young‘s sixth studio album, “Losing Sleep,” was written by Young, along with his frequent collaborators Chris DeStefano and Josh Hoge. Surprisingly, however, the writing session that Read More
Kate Hasting Band, ‘Can’t Get Enough’ [Exclusive Premiere]
Nashville’s Kate Hasting Band are premiering their new song “Can’t Get Enough” exclusively for readers of The Boot. Press play below to listen. Powered by Hasting’s powerful vocals and a pulsing backbeat, “Can’t Get Enough” is, Read More
16 Important CMA Awards Wins
Since 1967, the CMA Awards have lauded some of country music’s biggest stars. From its beginnings as an untelevised ceremony at the Nashville Municipal Auditorium to the star-studded, must-tune-in event that it is today, it’s been Read More
12 Years Ago: Carrie Underwood’s ‘Jesus, Take the Wheel’ Is Released
Twelve years ago today, on Oct. 18, 2005, Carrie Underwood‘s life was about to change, although she had no way of knowing it at the time. It was on that date that Underwood’s single “Jesus, Take the Read More
Guest Room Sessions: Chris Wills, ‘Since You Said Goodbye’
In October’s second installment of The Boot’s Guest Room Sessions series, New York-based singer-songwriter Chris Wills has a stripped-down version of his song “Since You Said Goodbye” to share. Readers can press play above to watch. Read More
Interview: Dolly Parton Achieves a Career First With New Children’s Album
Dolly Records / RCA Nashville Dolly Parton has released dozens of albums, appeared in a number of movies and TV shows, written a book and become a successful businesswoman and a generous philanthropist. But one thing Read More
Kendell Marvel, ‘Hurtin’ Gets Hard’ [Exclusive Premiere]
Photo by Jacob Robert, courtesy of HBPR Songwriter Kendell Marvel is set to release his first-ever solo album, and he’s giving The Boot’s readers a first listen to one of its songs. Press play below to Read More
Kip Moore Says His Lack of Awards Nominations ‘Doesn’t Faze Me One Bit’
Jason Davis, Getty Images for Pandora Media Throughout his career, Kip Moore has only been nominated for two CMA Awards, both for New Artist of the Year, in 2013 and 2014. The singer-songwriter has sold more Read More
Top 13 Forgettable CMA Awards Red Carpet Fashion Moments
Ah, the CMA Awards. Country Music’s Biggest Night is the perfect opportunity to honor some of the industry’s best performers … and gawk at some of their poor style choices. Throughout the CMAs’ 50 years, fans Read More
15 Years Ago: The Dixie Chicks’ ‘Home’ Album Goes Triple-Platinum
Columbia Nashville Fifteen years ago today, on Oct. 11, 2002, the Dixie Chicks had one good reason to celebrate — or rather, three good reasons. It was on this day that their album Home earned Read More
Which Artists Have Won the Most CMA Awards?
When the 51st annual CMA Awards begin on Nov. 8, everyone’s going to be eager to hear winners’ names called. The CMAs celebrate some of country music’s most successful and innovative artists each year — some of whom Read More
14 Years Ago: Tim McGraw Hits No. 1 With ‘Real Good Man’
Curb Records Fourteen years ago today (Oct. 11, 2003), Tim McGraw had one good reason to celebrate: His latest single, “Real Good Man,” had soared to the top of the charts, becoming his 17th No. 1 Read More
Samantha Fish, ‘Belle of the West’ [Exclusive Premiere]
Photo by Alysse Gafkjen, courtesy of Devious Planet Media Samantha Fish, a Missouri-raised singer-songwriter and guitarist, is preparing to release a new album, and she’s giving The Boot’s readers a first listen to its title Read More
The Band of Heathens Planning Something New for 2018
Photo by Greg Giannukos, courtesy of Missing Piece Group The Band of Heathens fans can look forward to new music in 2018. Band co-founders Ed Jurdi and Gordy Quist tell The Boot that there’s something Read More
Rascal Flatts Happy to Explore Opportunities Beyond Country Music
Michael Loccisano, Getty Images Rascal Flatts have big dreams in the entertainment industry, which extend far beyond concert stages and album sales. Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney have caught the acting bug, and Read More
Dustin Lynch Knows the Value of a Day Away From Social Media
Larry Busacca, Getty Images For many artists, sharing daily life updates on social media is a way to engage with fans and watch their followers on platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram exponentially grow. Read More
Who Are Whiskey Shivers? 5 Things You Need to Know
What do you get when you combine some down-home jug-band bluegrass, stand-up comedy and punk rock? You get Whiskey Shivers, the Austin, Texas-based “trashgrass” band that recently scored a spot in an upcoming feature film. Read More
Everything You Need to Know About ‘CMA Country Christmas’ 2017
Rick Diamond, Getty Images It’s (almost) the most wonderful time of the year! In November, the Country Music Association will tape, and then air, its annual CMA Country Christmas television special. Now in its eighth year, CMA Country Read More
24 Years Ago: Vince Gill Hits No. 1 With ‘One More Last Chance’
MCA Nashville On this date (Oct. 9) in 1993, chances are good that Vince Gill was celebrating. It was the day that his single “One More Last Chance” became his third No. 1 hit. The comedic “One Read More
Violet Bell, ‘Dream the Wheel’ Music Video [Exclusive Premiere]
Americana duo Violet Bell are premiering the music video for their song “Dream the Wheel” exclusively for readers of The Boot. Readers can press play above to watch. The title track for Violet Bell’s most recent Read More