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Country Songs Inspired By World Tragedies
Country singers are known for being storytellers -- trying to spin meaning out of heartbreak and hard times.
Interview: Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton and Linda Ronstadt Reflect on ‘Trio’ Projects
Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris and Linda Ronstadt speak with The Boot and other reporters about their 'Trio' albums and the new 'The Complete Trio Collection'.
Country Thunder Shows Cancelled Due to Weather
Country Thunder cancelled Thursday's evening shows due to inclement weather. Chris Young, Chase Bryant and Dallas Smith were among the acts that could not perform.
New Jason Aldean Album to Feature Surprising Guest
Jason Aldean's upcoming album, They Don't Know, is set to drop on Sept. 9, and he'll be joined on one of the album's tracks by an unexpected guest ... Kelsea Ballerini.
Luke Bryan Shares Song With Justin Moore
Justin Moore, who is prepping for the release of his album Kinda Don't Care, recently admitted that one of the tracks on his album initially belonged to Bryan.
Everything We Know About Jason Aldean’s New Album, ‘They Don’t Know’
The Boot rounds up all of the information known so far about Jason Aldean's upcoming new album, "They Don't Know."
Even Old Dominion’s ‘Bad Shows’ Aren’t All That Bad
Old Dominion talk with The Boot about their rising fame and how even a rough show can be fun.
Children’s Book Based on Dolly Parton’s ‘Coat of Many Colors’ in the Works
Dolly Parton's classic "Coat of Many Colors" will soon be made into a children's book.
Jason Aldean Debuts Video for ‘Lights Come On’ [WATCH]
Get a peak into Jason Aldean's Six String Circus Tour with his video for "Lights Come On."
Hear ‘Nowhere Without You’, From Craig Morgan’s New Album
Craig Morgan has shared another track from his new album, 'A Whole Lot More to Me'.
Everything You Need to Know About the 2016 CMT Music Awards
A roundup of the pertinent information about the 2016 CMT Music Awards.
13 Country Artists Who Don’t ‘Shut Up and Sing’
Not every celebrity chooses to keep politics and their public life separate.