Music

Nineteen years ago today, on Aug. 19, 2003, Dierks Bentley released his eponymous major-label freshman album. The project was released on Capitol Records. Prior to releasing Dierks Bentley, Bentley had released another album, Don’t Leave Me in Love, on Dangling Rope. Bentley’s debut single from his first Capitol Records disc, “What Was I Thinkin’,” went to No. 1, and the project’s

Seasoned singer-songwriter Derek Hoke dusts off the ashes of a relationship’s fiery end in his captivating new single “Let Go of My Heart.” The searing cut from Hoke’s upcoming record Electric Mountain is an uplifting anthem for anyone trying to find their footing after being hit by heartbreak. “‘Let Go of My Heart’ is probably the most

Four years after their global smash hit “The Middle,” Maren Morris and producer-DJ Zedd have joined forces once again for their new collaboration, “Make You Say.” The electro-pop tune, which is produced by DJ sibling duo Beauz and penned by Morris, Zedd, Charlie Puth, Jacob Kasher Hindlin and Beauz’s Bernie and Johan Young, is a

On Aug. 18, 1998, Jo Dee Messina landed at No. 1 on the Billboard country singles chart with “I’m Alright.” The title track from Messina’s second studio album, the Phil Vassar-penned “I’m Alright” features a woman who’s down on her luck, but meeting up with an old friend (who perhaps might be an old flame)

Mariel Buckley “Driving Around” Mariel Buckley‘s heart takes her on a voyage in her new song, “Driving Around.” The wistful and ruminative Americana tune digs deep and harkens back to Buckley’s early years. Throughout the song, its lyrical narrative, composed solely by Buckley, details fond childhood memories and the present-day freedom she found in passionate,

Alabama native Jason Isbell grew up near the state’s famous city of Muscle Shoals — a location brimming with rich talent and unbridled creativity. Some of that magic along the Tennessee River clearly rubbed off on the singer-songwriter. In his early 20s, Isbell joined the Drive-By Truckers, but left the band a few years later, in 2007,

Track appears on Campbell and the Dirty Knobs’ 2022 album External Combustion Singer-guitarist Mike Campbell gets an assist from country singer Margo Price in the new video for “State of Mind.” The track, which features Price’s backing vocals, appears on Campbell and his band the Dirty Knobs’ 2022 album External Combustion. A jangling midtempo number,

Thirty-seven years ago today (Aug. 17, 1985) was a significant day for the country music supergroup the Highwaymen, made up of Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson and Johnny Cash. It was on that date that their debut single, “Highwayman,” soared to No. 1 on Billboard‘s Hot Country Songs chart. “Highwayman,” written by Jimmy Webb, was previously recorded

Accomplished singer-songwriter Anthony D’Amato yearns for a love that will turn the tides in his aching new story-song ”Ships in the Night,” which is premiering exclusively today (Aug. 17) at The Boot. “‘Ships in the Night’ is a song about longing and desire,” D’Amato tells The Boot. “I imagined a narrator so filled with loneliness that his nightly tears flood

Dustin Lynch just took another major step toward becoming a licensed pilot: The country singer completed his first solo flight. “Set a goal, and when you get there … man it always feels good! First solo flight today,” he writes with a pilot emoji and another of a plane taking off. The first solo flight

Rising country talent Tiera Kennedy makes a strong debut with her joyful new single “Found It in You.” The Alabama native explores the excitement, joy and contentment that comes after finding a love that you know will last. Kennedy’s now-husband and current creative director, Kamren Kennedy, served as inspiration behind the track’s heartfelt lyrics. “When I wrote ‘Found

Garth Brooks is hoping to team up with the city of Nashville to create a new police substation in the bustling Lower Broadway area. Per the Tennessean, the star is eying a space right next to his forthcoming three-story bar and entertainment venue, which is located at 411 Broadway. If approved by Metro Council, that alleyway

Vevo, the world’s leading music video network, announces the release of multi-platinum recording artist Machine Gun Kelly’s Official Live Performance of “god save me.” Vevo’s Official Live Performances are the result of close creative collaboration with artists and their teams, resulting in a series of very special exclusive performances. “god save me” follows Machine Gun

Since being selected as one of The Boot’s 2021 Artists to Watch, rising talent Reyna Roberts has earned even more critical praise for her refreshing and fun brand of country music. The daughter of two military parents was born in Alaska but dug her roots in Alabama, where she immersed herself in music from a young age.

The Lone Bellow are back with their first new music since 2020. The Nashville-based trio’s latest single “Gold” is written as a powerful testimony from someone who has lost a loved one from opioid addiction. “We don’t ever try to write songs with an agenda, so with ‘Gold’ the idea was to tell the story

On Jan. 14, 1946, a star was born: Dolly Rebecca Parton. The fourth of 12 children, the future country icon grew up in East Tennessee’s Smoky Mountains, showing a strong interest in and talent for music at a young age. Parton’s first Grand Ole Opry performance came at age 13. Her sights were set on

The Chicks paid tribute to the late Olivia Newton-John by performing a rendition of her standout Grease single “Hopelessly Devoted to You” Saturday at the trio’s concert at the Gorge in Washington. “We lost a worldwide sweetheart last week, Olivia Newton-John,” singer Natalie Maines told the audience. “I thought I was Olivia Newton-John from like

 17-year-old, NY-based recording artist Sky Katz has debuted the official video for new single, “Why Did You Call?” Watch the video now here.  A gorgeously-shot visual brimming with poignancy, heartbreak, and biting emotion, Sky delivers her strongest video to-date in a lush display of the intricacies of young love depicted as a stunning short film.  Detailing the concept behind the video, of which she wrote the treatment and self-directed, Sky notes:

Dolly Parton once said, “There’s really only three female singers in the world: Streisand, Ronstadt and Connie Smith.” That high praise from one Country Music Hall of Fame inductee to another holds up when diving into Smith’s back catalog of throwback country tunes from the days of the polished Nashville Sound. Constance June Meador was born on

Like Billy Idol in “Rebel Yell,” Sam Morrow cries for “more, more, more” in his hard-hitting new song “More.” A slice of bluesy classic rock that Morrow and his band cut live on the floor at Kingsize Soundlabs in East L.A., “More” finds the Houston native ruminating on the difference between what we want in

Few country stars in the 1950s sounded or looked cooler than Porter Wagoner. “The Wagonmaster” stuck with his blond pompadour, flashy Nudie suits and distinct honky-tonk sound in the ‘60s as the business changed around him. Staying the course earned Wagoner an honored spot as the longtime second-in-command and eventual heir apparent to the heart

Walker Hayes flew to the top of the charts in the summer of 2021 with the release of his viral tune, “Fancy Like.” The song details a country version of a “fancy” date night, which inherently includes a trip Applebee’s. Not only did the song spur a social media craze with a TikTok dance trend,

Lainey Wilson looks back on a young and reckless love in the new song “Watermelon Moonshine,” her latest release from her upcoming second album. Bell Bottom Country, the follow-up to the “Things a Man Oughta Know” singer’s 2021 breakout Sayin’ What I’m Thinkin’, will be released Oct. 28 via BBR Music Group/Broken Bow Records. There’s

Memphis road warriors the Dirty Streets have not slowed down on their seventh studio album, Who’s Gonna Love You?, which is due out Sept. 29 via Blue Élan Records. The trio is known for their grimy and exuberant mix of rock, blues, and soul — a true pastiche of Memphis’ musical heritage. On the album’s title track,

Sixteen years ago today (Aug. 12, 2006) was a day of celebration for Rodney Atkins: It was on that date that the singer earned his first No. 1 hit with “If You’re Going Through Hell (Before the Devil Even Knows).” The song was the title track of Atkins’ sophomore album, which also landed at the top

Early James doesn’t like it when his lyrics sound too straightforward. The Alabama singer-songwriter tends to approach things obliquely, adding an air of mystery and haziness that doesn’t just spell it all out. Sometimes he even does it to his detriment. “I like to confuse myself by what I even mean,” James says. “It’s like,

Country Music Hall of Fame artist Glen Campbell was a staple in country music for half a century, with over 70 albums to his name and 45 million sold. He has a discography that’s chock full of many country favorites, from Jimmy Webb-penned songs to TV and movie hits, and Grammy-winning tracks. Campbell’s voice has been a constant

Steve Moakler “You Being You” Steve Moakler‘s latest track, “You Being You,” will tug at your heartstrings in the best way possible. Solely penned by Moakler, this beautiful, heartfelt song timestamps both the excitement and nervousness he felt just two weeks into being a first-time father. Still, the tune isn’t so much about him but

Twenty-one years ago today (Aug. 11, 2001), Blake Shelton scored his first No. 1 hit with his debut single, “Austin.” Blake Shelton AustinGiant/Warner Bros. Nashville loading… “Austin” was released in April of 2001 and spent five weeks at the top of the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, tying a record set by Billy Ray