Gayle Thompson has been a daily contributor for The Boot since it began in 2008. In addition, she has written for Rolling Stone, Country Weekly, CBS Radio and several other outlets. Besides writing, she loves traveling, cooking, entertaining and anything else that involves her husband and little boy.
Gayle Thompson
Dustin Lynch Says He’s Learned to Be More Authentic and Patient in His Career
Dustin Lynch shares some of the lessons he's learned that inspired his latest album, 'Current Mood'.
17 Years Ago: Tim McGraw Receives a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
On Oct. 17, 2006, McGraw received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Chris Young: ‘A Concert Is Supposed to Be a Safe Space’
Chris Young explains to The Boot why he wanted to take the stage only a few days after the Route 91 Harvest Festival shooting.
John Anderson Praises Good Friend, 2017 Country Music Hall of Fame Inductee Jerry Reed
John Anderson explains why he tried for so long to get Jerry Reed inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Thomas Rhett Says ‘Craving You’ Video Inspired Him to Push Himself
Thomas Rhett says fans can expect more cinematic music videos, like the one for "Craving You," in the future.
36 Years Ago: Anne Murray Becomes the First Female Country Artist to Earn a Triple-Platinum Album
On Oct. 16, 1987, Murray made history in country music.
51 Years Ago: Loretta Lynn Becomes the First Woman to Win Entertainer of the Year at the CMA Awards
On Oct. 16, 1972, Lynn became the first woman to win a CMA for Entertainer of the Year.
Interview: Dolly Parton Achieves a Career First With New Children’s Album
Dolly Parton discusses her children's album, 'I Believe in You'.
Yes, Chris Young Really Was THAT Surprised About His Opry Induction Invite
Chris Young discusses his upcoming Grand Ole Opry induction with The Boot.
Interview: Carly Pearce’s ‘Every Little Thing’ Reflects ‘Every Shade’ of Her Life
Carly Pearce talks to The Boot about her debut album, 'Every Little Thing'.
Cole Swindell Vows to Use Music to Help People Heal After Route 91 Shooting
Cole Swindell vows to use music to help people heal in the wake of the Route 91 Harvest Festival shooting.
Story Behind the Song: Brett Eldredge, ‘The Long Way’
Brett Eldredge shares the story behind his single "The Long Way."