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20 Hit Songs That Were Almost Sung By Other Artists
Did you know that these well-known country songs were almost hits for other artists?
8 of Country Music’s Best Concert Traditions
There's nothing like a concert: the spectacle of live music, the experience of seeing songs you love brought to life ... and the possibility of the unexpected.
Country Music’s Top 10 Live Albums
There's nothing quite like a live country music show ... but the next best thing might just be a live country music album.
18 Swoon-Worthy Country Music Quotes About Love
Country music centers so strongly on storytelling, and one of its favorites stories to tell is a love story.
Top 10 Worst Pickup Lines in Country Music
In terms of lyrics that could definitely be re-purposed to hit on someone, country is full of the good, the bad and the ugly.
2017’s 10 Most Unforgettable Country Music Moments
The Boot counts down the most unforgettable country music moments of 2017.
Top 10 Country Music Videos of 2017
The Boot counts down the best music videos of 2017.
Alan Jackson Performs ‘Chasin’ That Neon Rainbow’ at 2017 CMA Awards
Alan Jackson performed "Chasin' That Neon Rainbow" during the 2017 CMA Awards.
Carrie Underwood Honors Route 91 Harvest Festival Victims With ‘Softly and Tenderly’ at 2017 CMA Awards
Carrie Underwood performed a moving tribute at the 2017 CMA Awards to victims of the Route 91 Harvest Festival Shooting.
Sugarland Hint at a Comeback During the 2017 CMA Awards
Sugarland dropped some major hints about a potential reunion at the 2017 CMA Awards.