The Boot Staff
Rodney Atkins’ First Time on the Radio Was in the Company of Legends
Rodney Atkins remembers hearing himself on the radio for the first time.
POLL: Who’s Your Favorite Country Music Newcomer?
A readers' poll to determine a favorite country newcomer of 2017.
50 Country Songs Everyone Must Hear Before They Die
The Boot rounds up a list of 50 country, Americana, alt-country, bluegrass and folk songs that everyone should hear at least once in their lifetime.
Top 10 Kenny Rogers Songs
Rogers' songs are timeless.
Top 10 Craig Morgan Songs
Do you agree?
18 Years Ago: Toby Keith Hits No. 1 With ‘Whiskey Girl’
On July 10, 2004, Keith stormed to the top of the charts with his song "Whiskey Girl."
Story Behind the Song: Zac Brown Band, ‘The Wind’
Wyatt Durrette explains the inspiration for the Zac Brown Band song "The Wind."
Joe Nichols Wanted to Cry, But Played It Cool, When Hearing Himself on the Radio for the First Time
Joe Nichols remembers hearing himself on the radio for the first time.
30 Years Ago: Garth Brooks’ ‘That Summer’ Hits No. 1
On July 3, 1993, Brooks earned his 10th No. 1 hit with "That Summer."
Top 10 Keith Whitley Songs
Whitley's rich musical legacy makes us wonder what kind of impact he would have made on country music had he lived longer ...
Story Behind the Song: Hunter Hayes, ‘Somebody’s Heartbreak’
Hunter Hayes shares the story behind his hit "Somebody's Heartbreak."
34 Years Ago: Alan Jackson Signs His First Recording Contract
On June 26, 1989, the struggling young country singer signed his first recording contract.