The Boot Staff
49 Years Ago: Dolly Parton Hits No. 1 With ‘I Will Always Love You’
On June 8, 1974, Parton's "I Will Always Love You," from her 'Jolene' album, soared to the top of the charts.
David Nail + Catherine Werne — Country’s Greatest Love Stories
Nail has been married to his wife, Catherine Werne, since 2009.
37 Years Ago: Randy Travis Releases Major-Label Debut Album, ‘Storms of Life’
On June 2, 1986, Travis released his major-label debut album, 'Storms of Life', on Warner Bros. Records.
21 Years Ago: Brad Paisley Releases His Debut Album
On June 1, 1999, Paisley released his debut album, 'Who Needs Pictures', which had two No. 1 hits and sealed his place in country music.
24 Years Ago: Brad Paisley Makes His Grand Ole Opry Debut
On May 28, 1999, Paisley made his debut on the Grand Ole Opry.
29 Years Ago: The Eagles Reunite for Hell Freezes Over Tour
On May 27, 1994, the Eagles began their Hell Freezes Over Tour, after a 14-year break.
The Boot’s Weekly Picks: Gregory Alan Isakov, Jessye DeSilva + More
Discover these great new tunes from Paul Cauthen, Sara Petite and more.
25 Years Ago: Faith Hill Hits No. 1 With ‘This Kiss’
On May 16, 1998, Hill landed at the top of the charts with her single "This Kiss."
54 Years Ago: Merle Haggard Records ‘Workin’ Man Blues’
On May 16, 1979, "the Hag" recorded "Workin' Man Blues", from his 'A Portrait of Merle Haggard' album.
34 Years Ago: Keith Whitley Dies
Whitley died at the age of 33 from alcohol poisoning.
74 Years Ago: Hank Williams Gets His First No. 1 Song With ‘Lovesick Blues’
On May 7, 1949, Williams earned his first No. 1 hit, with "Lovesick Blues."
34 Years Ago: Naomi Judd Marries Larry Strickland
Rest in peace, Naomi.
Top 10 Country Wedding Songs
There's no bigger moment in a person's life than the day they exchange vows, and country music is rich with love songs filled with pledges of undying love and devotion, perfect for couples on that most special of days.
64 Years Ago: Randy Travis Is Born in Monroe, N.C.
Happy birthday, Randy!
34 Years Ago: Clint Black Releases His Debut Album, ‘Killin’ Time’
On May 2, 1989, Black released his debut album, 'Killin' Time,' which sold more than 3 million copies and spawned five No. 1 hits.
45 Years Ago: Willie Nelson Releases ‘Red Headed Stranger’
When Nelson recorded 'Red Headed Stranger' in 1975, his record label thought it was too difficult a listening experience to succeed.