The Boot Staff
20 Years Ago: Keith Urban’s Debut Solo Album Certified Platinum
On Dec. 15, 2003, Urban earned platinum status for his self-titled debut album.
Alan + Denise Jackson — Country’s Greatest Love Stories
Jackson and his wife Denise have come a long way from their high school courtship in Newnan, Ga.
George + Norma Strait — Country’s Greatest Love Stories
In his personal life and in his music, Strait is a man who knows a thing or two about consistency and commitment.
19 Years Ago: Gary Allan’s ‘Nothing on But the Radio’ Goes to No. 1
On Dec. 4, 2004, Allan notched his third No. 1 single, "Nothing on But the Radio."
10 Country Stars We’d Love to Have at Our Thanksgiving Dinner Table
Lively conversation, mindful reflection and a few helpings of good ol' gossip would add up to one perfect holiday.
Jason Aldean’s Thanksgivings Are All-American
Aldean has the sort of all-American Thanksgiving you'd expect from a Macon, Ga., native.
20 Years Ago: Toby Keith Hits No. 1 With ‘I Love This Bar’
On Nov. 15, 2003, Keith earned his 12th No. 1 single with "I Love This Bar," but chances are good that he had no idea just how much the song would affect his life.
Story Behind the Song: Alan Jackson (Feat. Jimmy Buffett), ‘It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere’
The Boot sat down with songwriter Don Rollins to hear the story behind this now-classic tune.
27 Years Ago: George Strait Stars in ‘Pure Country’
A look back at the 1992 film 'Pure Country', which starred country singer Strait.
POLL: Who’s Your Favorite CMA Awards Host?
Hosting the CMAs is one of the most prestigious gigs in country music.
Darius Rucker’s First CMA Awards Nominations Helped Him Feel Accepted in Country Music
"That was one of the greatest moments of my musical life."