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Tanya Tucker Plans 'Edgy' Album for 2012

Deborah Evans-Price — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Boot: Saguaro Road Records Tanya Tucker fans have reason to celebrate this holiday season as the veteran entertainer has not only served up a new holiday tune, 'Merry Christmas Wherever You Are,' she's also working on new music for 2012. "I've ... Read more

Matthew West's 'Christmas' Is a Hit on Radio, Stage and Screen

Deborah Evans-Price — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 17:35:00 EST

Filed under: Country News

The Boot: Maury Phillips, WireImage This holiday season will always be a memorable time for award-winning singer/songwriter Matthew West. He made his debut on the Grand Ole Opry this week, his new Christmas CD is climbing the charts and 'The Heart of ... Read more

Tanya Tucker, 'Merry Christmas Wherever You Are' -- Exclusive Song Premiere

Deborah Evans-Price — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 15:00:00 EST

Filed under: Exclusive, New Tunes

The Boot: Mighty Loud Christmas is a time of year when thoughts turn to family and friends, especially those far away. Tanya Tucker captures that wistful longing in her new holiday single, 'Merry Christmas Wherever You Are.' (Hear our exclusive premiere ... Read more

Eli Young Band Very Thankful This Holiday

Deborah Evans-Price — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 13:20:00 EST

Filed under: Exclusive

The Boot: Republic Nashville The Thanksgiving holiday is particularly sweet this year for the members of the Eli Young Band. After more than a decade together, the Texas-based group recently scored their first No. 1 with the hit single, 'Crazy Girl,' and ... Read more

Kenny Loggins Excited to Kick Off CMAs With Blake Shelton

Deborah Evans-Price — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:00:00 EST

Filed under: Exclusive, CMA Awards

The Boot: Jason Kempin, Getty Images Each year the CMA Awards is known for starting with a high-energy performance, and tonight's broadcast is no exception. Blake Shelton will kick off the show with legendary singer/songwriter Kenny Loggins on the pop ... Read more

Thompson Square Go From 'Underdogs' to Over the Moon

Deborah Evans-Price — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 12:15:00 EST

Filed under: Exclusive, CMA Awards

The Boot: Matt Sayles, AP Just a couple years ago, husband and wife duo Thompson Square were serving drinks at the Wheel, a popular Nashville watering hole. Tonight (Nov. 9) the duo will be just up the street from their former honky tonk hang out ... Read more

Kimberly Perry Chooses Vintage Ralph Lauren for CMAs

Deborah Evans-Price — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 09:00:00 EST

Filed under: Exclusive, CMA Awards

The Boot: WireImage Part of the pressure that accompanies any awards show is finding the perfect dress, but as Wednesday night's CMA Awards approaches, the Band Perry's Kimberly Perry is almost ready for the red carpet. "With all these award shows, I ... Read more

Brad Paisley, Ben Hayslip, Don Williams Take Top ASCAP Honors

Deborah Evans-Price — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:00:00 EST

Filed under: Awards, Exclusive

The Boot: Jason Kempin, Getty Images Dierks Bentley, Jennifer Nettles, Lee Ann Womack, Keith Urban, Bucky Covington, Kenny Loggins and Josh Turner mingled with newcomers Eric Paslay, Angaleena Presley, Wade Bowen and other elite from country music's ... Read more

Brad Paisley Shares His 'Diary'

Deborah Evans-Price — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 17:30:00 EST

Filed under: Exclusive, Interviews

The Boot: Jim Shea There's no other relationship quite like a guy and his guitar, and in his new book, 'Diary of a Player,' CMA's reigning Entertainer of the Year Brad Paisley chronicles his love affair with the instrument and the legendary guitarists ... Read more

Charlie Daniels Celebrates 75th Birthday

Deborah Evans-Price — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:40:00 EST

Filed under: Exclusive, Interviews, Legends

The Boot: Rick Diamond, Getty Images Most people prefer to celebrate their birthday by taking a little time off, but then again Charlie Daniels has never been like most people. "I woke up 75 this morning and I can't tell you how it is to be that way, ... Read more

Charlie Daniels to Host Stars for Stripes Benefit

Deborah Evans-Price — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 09:15:00 EST

Filed under: Country News

The Boot: Getty Images for Country Thunder Charlie Daniels and his wife Hazel are set to host 'Have You Forgotten,' a special event commemorating the 10th anniversary of 9/11. Darryl Worley and Chris Young will join Charlie and Hazel Tuesday night (Sept. ... Read more

Bellamy Brothers Keep Their Global Popularity Spinning

Deborah Evans-Price — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:00:00 EST

Filed under: Country News

The Boot: Photo courtesy of Bellamy Brothers Though many American acts cast eager eyes toward Europe, seeking to expand their fan base, the Bellamy Brothers have long been stars on the international circuit and they've never been busier. "I have ... Read more

Steven Curtis Chapman Recreates Hits on New Album

Deborah Evans-Price — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 17:00:00 EST

Filed under: Exclusive, Albums, Interviews

The Boot: Dale Manning Good songs are like good friends, and just as relationships change and deepen over time, an artist's perspective on their hits becomes different years into a successful career. That realization inspired Steven Curtis Chapman's ... Read more

Vince Gill Celebrates 20th Anniversary as Opry Member

Deborah Evans-Price — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Filed under: Country News

The Boot: Chris Hollo Surrounded by family and friends, Vince Gill celebrated a special milestone on Saturday night, his 20th anniversary as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. "I spent so many years struggling and never knowing if any of this would ever ... Read more

Trace Adkins Remains 'Proud' in Wake of Devastation

Deborah Evans-Price — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:00:00 EST

Filed under: Exclusive, Albums, Interviews

The Boot: Show Dog Universal Launching a new album is a pretty all-consuming process for an artist, but as Trace Adkins' 'Proud to Be Here' releases today, he'll be the first to admit, he's had much more on his mind lately. "I've been so busy with ... Read more

Ricky Skaggs Revives Country Hits With 'Bluegrass Style'

Deborah Evans-Price — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:00:00 EST

Filed under: Bluegrass, Exclusive, Albums, Interviews

The Boot: Rick Diamond, Getty Images Any musician would be happy to achieve success in one musical genre, but Ricky Skaggs has been twice blessed. Over the course of his career, the Kentucky native has been proclaimed the savior of country music when ... Read more

CMA Music Fest Friday: Reba, Lady A + More Rock LP Field

Deborah Evans-Price — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 15:00:00 EST

Filed under: CMA Music Fest, Concert News

The Boot: Wade Payne, AP From superstars Reba, Lady Antebellum, Sugarland and Keith Urban to engaging star on the rise Ashton Shepherd and the comedic flair of the Cleverlys, the second night of CMA Music Fest concerts at Nashville's LP Field represented ... Read more

Randy Travis Surprises Fans at Josh Turner's Party

Deborah Evans-Price — Sat, 11 Jun 2011 14:00:00 EST

Filed under: CMA Music Fest

The Boot: WireImage | Getty Images When Josh Turner fans gathered at Rocketown in Nashville Friday morning to hear their favorite artist, they got an unexpected bonus: Randy Travis. "As long as there are people like Josh, I feel like the business is ... Read more

Zac Brown Band, Brad Paisley + More Kick Off CMA Music Fest With Night Full of Surprises

Deborah Evans-Price — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 11:45:00 EST

Filed under: CMA Music Fest, Concert News

The Boot: Wade Payne, AP Zac Brown Band, Jason Aldean, Easton Corbin, Sara Evans and Brad Paisley were among the artists who welcomed fans to CMA Music Fest 2011 with a memorable show Thursday night at Nashville's LP Field. Daytime temperatures soared ... Read more

Randy Travis Celebrates 25 Year Career With Duet Project

Deborah Evans-Price — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:30:00 EST

Filed under: Exclusive, Interviews, Legends

The Boot: Rick Diamond, Getty Images Growing up in North Carolina, all Randy Travis ever wanted to do was write and sing country music. Over the past 25 years, his life has far exceeded the humble country boy's expectations. "I just wanted to make a ... Read more