The Boot http://www.theboot.com The Boot http://www.theboot.com/media/feedlogo.gif The Boot http://www.theboot.com en-us Copyright 2008 AOL LLC. All Rights Reserved. The contents of this headlines and excerpts feed are available for limited commercial distribution. You may repost this feed to your site provided you link back to the original story, do not edit the material, and do not remove this copyright notice. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/Stars Rock the American Flaghttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/stars-rock-the-american-flag/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/stars-rock-the-american-flag/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/stars-rock-the-american-flag/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: What's the hottest fashion accessory this month? The American flag, of course. The Boot brings you this gallery of stars rocking the flag, including Carrie Underwood, Toby Keith, Reba McEntire, Montgomery Gentry and more. Patriotic... Read more

]]>The Boot Staff2008-07-04T16:00:00-00:00Ricky Skaggs Records Bluegrass Versions of Country Hitshttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/ricky-skaggs-records-bluegrass-versions-of-country-hits/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/ricky-skaggs-records-bluegrass-versions-of-country-hits/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/ricky-skaggs-records-bluegrass-versions-of-country-hits/#commentsFiled under: , ,

The Boot: The legendary Ricky Skaggs has recorded bluegrass versions of his biggest country hits for a new album called 'The High Notes.' The CD includes ten of Skaggs' No. 1 hits from the 80s, such as 'Crying My Heart Out Over You,' 'Heartbroke,' 'Cajun Moon'... Read more

]]>1000537ricky skaggsRickySkaggsBeville Darden2008-07-04T14:00:00-00:00Rascal Flatts on July 4th Spectacularhttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/rascal-flatts-on-july-4th-spectacular/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/rascal-flatts-on-july-4th-spectacular/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/rascal-flatts-on-july-4th-spectacular/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: Fans can watch fireworks tonight with Rascal Flatts. The trio is set to perform at the 35th anniversary of the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular, which will broadcast live Friday at 10 PM ET on CBS. The special Independence Day show will include... Read more

]]>1396413rascal flattsRascalFlattsBeville Darden2008-07-04T10:00:00-00:00Photo of the Weekhttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/photo-of-the-week/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/photo-of-the-week/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/04/photo-of-the-week/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: A casual Faith Hill and Tim McGraw take their three daughters and one lucky little boy to lunch at trendy Cafe Med in West Hollywood, Calif. Last Week's Photo... Read more

]]>The Boot Staff2008-07-04T08:00:00-00:00Trisha Yearwood Shares 4th of July Recipeshttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/trisha-yearwood-shares-4th-of-july-recipes/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/trisha-yearwood-shares-4th-of-july-recipes/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/trisha-yearwood-shares-4th-of-july-recipes/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: Trisha Yearwood appeared as both singer and chef on the CBS 'Early Show' this week. After performing several songs for a packed New York City crowd, she made her way over to the set's kitchen to teach viewers how to make a special Fourth of July... Read more

]]>1001567trisha yearwoodTrishaYearwoodLinda Laird2008-07-03T17:00:00-00:00James Otto Asks Fans to Help With New Videohttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/james-otto-asks-fans-to-help-with-new-video/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/james-otto-asks-fans-to-help-with-new-video/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/james-otto-asks-fans-to-help-with-new-video/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: James Otto wants the stars of his new music video to be his fans. The soulful country singer is asking fans to send in photos to be featured in the video for his current single, 'For You.' The photos can be pictures you've taken of Otto performing on... Read more

]]>1486468james OttoJamesOttoBeville Darden2008-07-03T14:00:00-00:00Neal McCoy Brings His 'Very Best' to Loyal Fanshttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/neal-mccoy-brings-his-very-best-to-loyal-fans/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/neal-mccoy-brings-his-very-best-to-loyal-fans/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/neal-mccoy-brings-his-very-best-to-loyal-fans/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: With his infectious hits, lively stage shows and super nice-guy personality, Neal McCoy has been a staple in country music since the late 80s. The country singer is now wrapping up almost two decades of his career in 'The Very Best of Neal McCoy,' a... Read more

]]>1001432neal mccoyNealMccoyBeville Darden2008-07-03T11:00:00-00:00Video of the Week: Alan Jackson, 'Good Time'http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/video-of-the-week-alan-jackson-good-time/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/video-of-the-week-alan-jackson-good-time/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/03/video-of-the-week-alan-jackson-good-time/#commentsFiled under: ,

The Boot: Who: Alan JacksonVideo: 'Good Time'Why We Love It: Alan and friends tried to break the record for the world's longest dance line in this fun new video. Next Video... Read more

]]>1071970alan jacksonAlanJacksonThe Boot Staff2008-07-03T08:00:00-00:00Kenny Rogers Talks New Music and New Focushttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/kenny-rogers-talks-new-music-and-new-focus/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/kenny-rogers-talks-new-music-and-new-focus/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/kenny-rogers-talks-new-music-and-new-focus/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: Kenny Rogers is busy recording a new album, but he's not too concerned with how well it sells. The living legend says he's reached a new mindset in his career. "I have a friend who's a psychologist," Rogers tells The Epoch Times, "and we had dinner... Read more

]]>1075189kenny rogersKennyRogersBeville Darden2008-07-02T18:00:00-00:00Rodney Atkins' 'Gun' Is Radio's Favorite in '08http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/rodney-atkins-gun-is-radios-favorite-in-08/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/rodney-atkins-gun-is-radios-favorite-in-08/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/rodney-atkins-gun-is-radios-favorite-in-08/#commentsFiled under: ,

The Boot: We're halfway through the year and so far, Rodney Atkins is the radio frontrunner in 2008. His hit song, 'Cleaning This Gun (Come On in Boy),' was the most-played song on country radio from January through June, according to 'Country Aircheck.' The... Read more

]]>1195407rodney atkinsRodneyAtkinsBeville Darden2008-07-02T15:00:00-00:00Country's Greatest Patriotic Songs: No. 10http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/countrys-greatest-patriotic-songs-no-10/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/countrys-greatest-patriotic-songs-no-10/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/countrys-greatest-patriotic-songs-no-10/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: Country music and patriotism have always gone hand-in-hand. Whether in time of war or peace, American anthems have been fan-favorites for decades. The Boot celebrates Independence Day by counting down the top ten of all time.'Only in America,'Brooks... Read more

]]>1001280brooks and dunnBrooksAndDunnThe Boot Staff2008-07-02T13:00:00-00:00Taylor Swift to Duet With Def Leppardhttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/taylor-swift-to-duet-with-def-leppard/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/taylor-swift-to-duet-with-def-leppard/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/taylor-swift-to-duet-with-def-leppard/#commentsFiled under: ,

The Boot: Def Leppard apparently only whetted its appetite for country music by singing with Tim McGraw on the new 'Songs From the Sparkle Lounge.' Now, the British group will appear with 18-year-old Taylor Swift -- who once sang about Tim McGraw -- on a 'CMT... Read more

]]>taylor swiftTaylorSwiftBrian Mansfield2008-07-02T10:00:00-00:00Story Behind the Song: 'Good Friend and a Glass of Wine,' LeAnn Rimeshttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/story-behind-the-song-good-friend-and-a-glass-of-wine-leann/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/story-behind-the-song-good-friend-and-a-glass-of-wine-leann/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/02/story-behind-the-song-good-friend-and-a-glass-of-wine-leann/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: I remember writing down the title in my journal several years ago on a plane ride. I was having a tough time being away from home, and I thought a good friend and a glass of wine could solve many of my problems. I carried the title around for a long... Read more

]]>1154563leann rimesLeannRimesLeAnn Rimes2008-07-02T08:00:00-00:00Brooks And Dunn Reach a New Level of Stardomhttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/brooks-and-dunn-reach-a-new-level-of-stardom/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/brooks-and-dunn-reach-a-new-level-of-stardom/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/brooks-and-dunn-reach-a-new-level-of-stardom/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: Brooks and Dunn are getting their own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The duo will be immortalized on the famed Tinsel Town sidewalk in a special ceremony on August 4. They are joining an elite roster of artists who will be inducted this year,... Read more

]]>1001280Brooks and DunnBrooksAndDunnGayle Richardson2008-07-01T18:00:00-00:00Sugarland to Tour With Kellie Pickler and Ashton Shepherdhttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/sugarland-to-tour-with-kellie-pickler-and-ashton-shepherd/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/sugarland-to-tour-with-kellie-pickler-and-ashton-shepherd/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/sugarland-to-tour-with-kellie-pickler-and-ashton-shepherd/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: Sugarland will hit the road with two very special guests on their upcoming Love on the Inside tour: Kellie Pickler and Ashton Shepherd. The tour will begin September 13 in Asheville, N.C. and stop in 25 cities before wrapping up November 15 in... Read more

]]>2170179sugarlandBeville Darden2008-07-01T16:00:00-00:00Snoop Dogg Video Features Willie, Brad and Juliannehttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/snoop-dogg-video-features-willie-brad-and-julianne/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/snoop-dogg-video-features-willie-brad-and-julianne/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/snoop-dogg-video-features-willie-brad-and-julianne/#commentsFiled under: ,

The Boot: Snoop Dogg has gone country. Well, sort of. The rapper's new single, 'My Medicine,' is dedicated to Johnny Cash and features guest vocals by Willie Nelson, who also appears in this brand-new video. With scenes shot in both Nashville in Amsterdam, the... Read more

]]>1033028snoop doggSnoopDoggThe Boot Staff2008-07-01T14:00:00-00:00Kristy Lee Cook Gets Her Country Contracthttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/kristy-lee-cook-gets-her-country-contract/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/kristy-lee-cook-gets-her-country-contract/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/kristy-lee-cook-gets-her-country-contract/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: Former 'American Idol' contestant Kristy Lee Cook has signed a record deal with 19 Recordings/Arista Nashville. Cook was the only country-leaning finalist on Season Seven of the hit talent competition. The 24-year-old Oregon native sold her beloved... Read more

]]>kristy lee cookKristyLeeCookBeville Darden2008-07-01T12:00:00-00:00New Faces: Alex Woodardhttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/new-faces-alex-woodard/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/new-faces-alex-woodard/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/new-faces-alex-woodard/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: Hometown: San Diego, Calif.Sounds Like: A young Tom PettyCurrent Single: 'Beautiful Now'[Buy it on iTunes]Why We Dig Him: Woodard started his entertainment career as a kid, with a small acting role on 'The Love Boat.' But his true love is music. This... Read more

]]>1419900alex woodardAlexWoodardThe Boot Staff2008-07-01T10:00:00-00:00Blake Shelton Gets the Birdhttp://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/blake-shelton-gets-the-bird/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/blake-shelton-gets-the-bird/http://www.theboot.com/2008/07/01/blake-shelton-gets-the-bird/#commentsFiled under: ,

The Boot: Blake Shelton is known for his sense of humor almost as much as he is for his music. And sometimes the singer's comedic side rubs off on his fans, in a not-so-polite way. "They think it's fun, because of the 'Some Beach' video, to flip me off. They... Read more

]]>1445425blake sheltonBlakeSheltonBeville Darden2008-07-01T08:00:00-00:00John Michael Montgomery Out of Rehabhttp://www.theboot.com/2008/06/30/john-michael-montgomery-out-of-rehab/http://www.theboot.com/2008/06/30/john-michael-montgomery-out-of-rehab/http://www.theboot.com/2008/06/30/john-michael-montgomery-out-of-rehab/#commentsFiled under:

The Boot: John Michael Montgomery is back on the road after completing a month-long stay in a Nashville rehab facility. The country singer sought treatment for anxiety attacks and a sleep disorder. Montgomery blames his health issues on years of "roadin' and... Read more

]]>1087336john michael montgomeryJohnMichaelMontgomeryBeville Darden2008-06-30T17:00:00-00:00