Gayle Thompson has been a daily contributor for The Boot since it began in 2008. In addition, she has written for Rolling Stone, Country Weekly, CBS Radio and several other outlets. Besides writing, she loves traveling, cooking, entertaining and anything else that involves her husband and little boy.
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16 Years Ago: Jo Dee Messina Runs the Boston Marathon
On April 17, 2006, Messina ran the Boston Marathon ... and completed the race, even after injuring her knee.
55 Years Ago: The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Opens
On April 1, 1967, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum opened in Nashville, Tenn.
59+ Dead, 500+ Injured Following Shooting at Route 91 Harvest Festival
A shooting took place during the 2017 Route 91 Harvest Festival in Las Vegas early Monday morning (Oct. 2). At least 59 people are dead and more than 500 were injured.
Top 10 Montgomery Gentry Songs
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Jason Aldean Debuts Three More ‘Old Boots, New Dirt’ Tunes
The anticipation is continuing to build for Jason Aldean's upcoming 'Old Boots, New Dirt' record. With the album's debut single, 'Burnin' It Down,' already becoming a No.1 hit, Aldean is giving fans a glimpse of three more tracks in advance of the Oct. 7 release date.
Lady Antebellum Release ‘I Did With You’ Lyric Video
Lady Antebellum have released the lyric video for their new single, 'I Did With You.' The song is part of the upcoming soundtrack for the new film 'The Best of Me,' based on the Nicholas Sparks novel.
Josh Turner Debuts New Song, ‘Lay Low’ [LISTEN]
Josh Turner has released his new single, 'Lay Low,' from his upcoming new album. The tune, written by Ross Copperman, Tony Martin and Mark Nesler, was one the country crooner knew he wanted to record the first time he heard it.
Thomas Rhett Talks New Album
Thomas Rhett's debut album, 'It Goes Like This,' was released last October. The record, which hit No. 2 on the charts, spawned two Top 20 hits, with two of the singles, the title track and 'Get Me Some of That,' going all the way to No. 1. And while it might be easiest -- and safest -- to repeat the formula for that project as he works on his sophomore album, he says that thought never crossed his mind.
Kellie Pickler to Release Pink Vinyl for Breast Cancer Awareness
Kellie Pickler has been a vocal supporter of breast cancer awareness and research, even shaving her head in solidarity with her friend Summer, who was diagnosed with the disease in 2012. Now, she is releasing her latest album, 'The Woman I Am,' on pink vinyl on Sept. 30, with proceeds going to Gilda's House, a community-centered home for those dealing with cancer, in memory of comedian Gilda Radner.
Eli Young Band Talk CMA Award Nomination: ‘We’ve Worked Really Hard to Get Here’
The Eli Young Band are nominated once again for a CMA Award for Vocal Group of the Year, a category they've been named in every year since 2012 but have yet to win. But the four-man group says being nominated really is validation enough.
Florida Georgia Line Debut New Song at ‘Instant Jam’ — See Pictures From the Show
Tuesday (Sept. 2) was a big day for Florida Georgia Line fans. The duo performed at Nashville's local club Exit/In as part of the new CMT series 'Instant Jam,' debuting their brand-new song 'Sun Daze,' from their upcoming new album 'Anything Goes.'
Brad Paisley Talks Guitar Riffs
After pushing the boundaries of country music with his previous album, 'Wheelhouse,' Brad Paisley returned to his roots for 'Moonshine in the Trunk,' making an album that had his fans foremost in his mind.
Mary Chapin Carpenter Announces Fall Orchestral and Acoustic Tour
Mary Chapin Carpenter will have a busy -- and diverse -- fall. The songstress will embark on both an orchestral and an acoustic tour, crossing the country for a series of shows that will run through November.
Sammy Kershaw Hits Top 40 With George Jones Tribute Album
Sammy Kershaw is back on the charts, this time with his George Jones tribute album, 'Do You Know Me? A Tribute to George Jones.' The record debuted at No. 37 on the Billboard Top Country chart, making it his first Top 40 album in over a decade.