Carrie Underwood and Brad Paisley have co-hosted the CMA Awards since 2008, and each year, they get more confident … and their jokes get even funnier. Throughout their years as hosts, Paisley and Underwood have made Read More
Kelsea Ballerini‘s “Legends,” the lead single from her sophomore album, Unapologetically, is poised to be her fourth No. 1 hit. Written by Ballerini, Hillary Lindsey and Forest Glen Whitehead, the tune came about when Ballerini was Read More
November is the month where those of us in the U.S. gather ’round the table to slice the turkey, pass the mashed potatoes and give thanks for all that we have. It’s a month of Read More
In November’s first installment of The Boot’s Guest Room Sessions video series, singer-songwriter Suzie Brown performs an intimate version of her song “Sometimes Your Dreams Find You.” Readers can press play above to watch the Read More
It’s always at the end of the CMA Awards ceremony. The audience full of fans and the country stars alike wait with eager anticipation to hear the name called for the evening’s highest honor: Entertainer of Read More
When the 2017 CMA Awards nominations were announced in early September, there were a number of unexpected names popping up in various categories. Yes, the biggest honors — Entertainer of the Year, Female Vocalist of Read More
New Orleans-based band the Deslondes released their sophomore album, Hurry Home, in June of this year. During a recent event, the group’s Sam Doores spoke with The Boot about how the band’s fans have responded to the Read More
Kelsea Ballerini says she considers herself a winner for being nominated at the 2017 CMA Awards and being being given the chance to perform during the ceremony. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at Read More
Granger Smith explains why he works so hard, and reveals his favorite part of his job. Continue reading… This Article Was Originally Posted at www.TheBoot.com http://theboot.com/granger-smith-passion-for-music-playing-live/
Nominees for the 2017 CMA Awards were revealed in early September, and a dozen artists earned multiple nods. Among the artists with the most nominations this year are Miranda Lambert, Keith Urban, Little Big Town and Chris Read More
Colter Wall is currently winding his way around North America for a series of shows that, on Friday night (Oct. 27), brought him to Atwood’s Tavern, a hole-in-the-wall establishment in Cambridge, Mass. Kentucky-based band the Local Read More
A dozen artists earned multiple nominations at the 2017 CMA Awards. Miranda Lambert, Keith Urban, Little Big Town, Chris Stapleton and more are among the most-nominated artists at the upcoming annual awards ceremony … but who will win the Read More
Angry moms, mean people … and Trace Adkins? Taste of Country lined up some of country’s biggest stars to find out what — or, rather, who — they’re most afraid of, and why. For Tyler Farr, his Read More
Lee Brice has had a hectic — and pretty fantastic — few years. Since 2010, the South Carolina native has released three records and charted 12 singles, including No. 1 hits such as “A Woman Like You” Read More
Morgan Wallen never asked Florida Georgia Line to be on his new single “Up Down.” He didn’t have to. The country newcomer is friends with Brian Kelley and Tyler Hubbard through his record label and Read More
The 2017 CMA Awards are set for Nov. 8, and the anticipation is building. From the winners and the losers to the performances and the monologues, Country Music’s Biggest Night is always entertaining — including the outfits that Read More
Kelsea Ballerini is hitting the road in 2018! The singer announced on Monday (Oct. 30) that, after headlining her own The First Time Tour in 2016, she will return to being the main act on her Read More
It was just a few broken ribs and a few canceled shows, but for Granger Smith, it changed everything. Last December he fell off a stage in New Jersey, and the experience and recovery process Read More
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
Controversy isn’t the norm at the CMA Awards, but when they happen, they’re absolutely memorable. Wardrobe controversies, social-political stands, songs that slam fellow artists (allegedly) — this collection of Unforgettable CMA Awards Controversies is a reminder Read More
Granger Smith is a gun owner and Second Amendment supporter, but he’s the light beer version of his alter-ego Earl Dibbles Jr. Once again fans can look forward to a new Dibbles song on a Read More
They first met at an airport when Taylor Swift was an unsigned teenager and Kenny Chesney was, well … Kenny Chesney. The roles haven’t reversed, but she’s more than leveled the playing field. Still, the grateful Read More
Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton may not be done with each other after all. During a red carpet interview at the All in for the Gambler farewell concert on Wednesday (Oct. 25) in Nashville, the famous Read More
A complete list of those President Donald Trump has tweeted “Happy Birthday” to in 2017 includes his wife, son, three branches of the United States military and … Lee Greenwood. “WTF” is a perfectly acceptable response. The Read More
Don’t sleep on LoCash‘s Preston Brust and Chris Lucas on the CMA red carpet this year. The Vocal Duo of the Year nominees are probably as excited about the 2017 CMAs as any nominee, and they’re Read More
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
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
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 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
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
A new Chris Young docu-series gives fans an extended look at all the working parts that make up the singer’s life and career. During this new episode of Losing Sleep, Cracker Barrel Series fans get Read More
Halloween is right around the corner, and in the spirit of everyone’s favorite haunted holiday, Taste of Country Confessions decided to poll some of your favorite country stars to see what makes goosebumps raise on Read More
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
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
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
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
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
Darius Rucker believes in aliens and thinks Kip Moore has the ugliest golf swing in country music. Those are just two things the country singer shared during this episode of Last Question. Rucker was coming off Read More
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
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
Rick Diamond, Getty Images Carly Pearce wouldn’t have bet on “Every Little Thing” being her breakout hit. In fact, she tried to stop it from happening. The song, Pearce tells Taste of Country, best defines Read More
Chris Young didn’t plan on being in Las Vegas on Oct. 1. He wasn’t on the bill for that night’s Route 91 Harvest Festival, but he would up taking cover backstage as a lone gunman Read More
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
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
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
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
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
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
Kane Brown‘s truck has a first name, but we barely heard it above the roar this monster gives off when he turns the key in the ignition. The “What Ifs” singer also opens up about love Read More
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
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