Sixteen years ago today (March 13, 1999) was a big day for Trisha Yearwood. It was on this day that the Georgia native joined the Grand Ole Opry, fulfilling one of her childhood dreams in the process. Continue reading…
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Story Behind the Song: Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins, 'Hillbilly Bone'
Blake Shelton and Trace Adkins recorded “Hillbilly Bone,” written by Luke Laird and Craig Wiseman, for Shelton’s 2010 EP of the same name, though Adkins later included it on the deluxe edition of his Cowboy’s Back in Town album. The song was released as a single in October of 2009, and in March of 2010, it became Shelton’s sixth No. 1 …
Read More »News Roundup: Brad Paisley Headed to SXSW, Blake Shelton Plays Heads Up!
The Boot rounds up today’s top stories from our news partners. Continue reading…
Read More »Celebrate Throwback Thursday With Reba McEntire [PICTURES]
Country fans (and, truthfully, The Boot staff members) love when their favorite stars are active on social media; it makes them feel connected to the artists’ day-to-day lives. While many country favorites stand out online, there’s one legend who undoubtedly shines: 59-year-old Reba McEntire. Continue reading…
Read More »Alan Jackson Set to Headline Rock the South Festival
Alabama’s Rock the South Festival has announced that Alan Jackson will headline its 2015 event. Continue reading…
Read More »Emmylou Harris to Receive Sweden's Polar Music Prize
Emmylou Harris is one of two musicians who have been named 2015 winners of Sweden’s Polar Music Prize. Continue reading…
Read More »Additional Details Announced for Luke Bryan's Country Music Hall of Fame Exhibit
The Country Music Hall of Fame is preparing their Luke Bryan exhibit, and they have released details about what fans can expect to see at at the museum and when. Continue reading…
Read More »'Midnight Rider' Assistant Director Sentenced
There’s a new set of charges in the Gregg Allman biopic tragedy. Midnight Rider‘s first assistant director, Hillary Schwartz, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter and criminal trespass on Tuesday (March 10) in the death of Sarah Jones, a camera assistant who was killed during filming. Continue reading…
Read More »Eric Church Files Federal Lawsuit Against Unlicensed T-Shirt Vendors
Eric Church is taking legal action against unlicensed T-shirt vendors. He filed a lawsuit in federal court on Tuesday (March 10) to put a halt on illegal vendors selling Church-branded merchandise outside of his concerts. Continue reading…
Read More »Montgomery Gentry Release New Single, 'Folks Like Us' [LISTEN]
Montgomery Gentry have released their new single, “Folks Like Us.” Continue reading…
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