
The Boot Staff


22 Years Ago: Lonestar Collect First Platinum Album for ‘Lonely Grill’
On Sept. 24, 1999, Lonestar scored their first platinum album.

48 Years Ago: Gram Parsons Dies
On Sept. 19, 1973, Parsons passed away from an overdose of morphine and alcohol.

Bruce Robison and Kelly Willis, the ‘First Couple of Texas Country,’ Announce Divorce
In a message to fans, Robison and Willis say that they will "continue to be in each other's corner as we try to embrace whatever else this crazy world brings."

How Dolly Parton’s Tour Bus Changed John Madden’s Life
The connection between a country music legend and the football icon is a surprising one.

30 Years Ago: Vince Gill Hits No. 1 With ‘Don’t Let Our Love Start Slippin’ Away’
Gill had just begun a career-making hot streak when "Don't Let Our Love Start Slippin' Away" became his second straight No. 1 hit on Dec. 26, 1992.

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New Year, New Music: 2022’s Country, Americana, Bluegrass and Folk Album Releases
Find out which of your favorite artists are sharing new music in 2022...

23 Years Ago: Keith Urban Releases Debut Solo Album
On Oct. 19, 1999, Urban's self-titled debut album as a solo artist was released.

19 Years Ago: Tim McGraw Hits No. 1 With ‘Real Good Man’
On Oct. 11, 2003, McGraw's hit "Real Good Man" landed at the top of the charts.

39 Years Ago: George Strait Releases ‘Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind’ Album
On Sept. 28, 1984, Strait's 'Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind' album was released.