The Boot Staff

On March 19, 2000, Brooks wrapped up spring training with the New York Mets.

On Feb. 21, 2004, Keith earned his 13th No. 1 hit.

On Feb. 21, 1948, Dickens made his debut at the Grand Ole Opry.

Some of your favorite country bands have seen their lineups shuffle and change over the years ...

Underwood's first single from her debut album, 'Some Hearts', spent six consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and earned a Top 10 spot on the Christian Songs chart (No. 4), a Top 20 spot on the Hot 100 (No. 20) and  Top 30 spot on the Adult…

The King of Rock and Roll remains a vital influence on artists the world over, and the mythology surrounding him has grown to epic proportions.

The Boot's 2021 artists to watch vary in genre, style, influence and background, but these country, Americana, folk and bluegrass newcomers are all poised to have breakout years. Their names are ones to keep your eyes (and ears) on: artists you'll want to hear early, so you can b…

"We all agreed that it was a song title that every single person in the world can relate to ..."

On Jan. 1, 2010, the singer-songwriter kicked off the new year by starting a 1,700-mile walk, called Meet Me Halfway, to raise awareness about youth aging out of the foster care system.

On Jan. 1, 1994, Hill started off the new year on a high note.

On Jan. 1, 1959, the Man in Black kicked off the new year on a high note.

In 1892, the Ryman Auditorium opened its doors.