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Greg Bates, ‘Fill in the Blank’ — Story Behind the Lyrics
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Greg Bates is a Nashville native, so he had friends who were songwriters and musicians long before he had his record deal. It's interesting, then, that his single "Fill in the Blank" was written with friends he was writing with for the first time.
‘Nashville’ Star Chip Esten Immersed in Music City Culture
Charles 'Chip' Esten, who plays Deacon Claybourne on the ABC drama "Nashville," is totally immersed in the culture of Music City. Aside from playing the guitarist and songwriter on the TV series, the actor is constantly spotted at various music events around town, including the recent songwriters' showcase, Tin Pan South, and a guest appearance with '80s group Rubik's Groove...
Kenny Rogers’ Country Music Hall of Fame Induction Comes at Perfect Point in Career
Kenny Rogers teared up as he talked about what it means to him to be one of the newest inductees going into the Country Music Hall of Fame after the official announcement on Wednesday (April 10). The reason for the tears? His 8-year-old twin boys, Justin and Jordan, who often accompany their famous dad to shows and even on stage...
Mickie James’ ‘Somebody’s Gonna Pay’ Video – Exclusive Premiere
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When Mickie James first heard the Jamie Hartford version of "Somebody's Gonna Pay," she wasn't too keen on recording the song herself.
"My producer, R.S. Field, played it for me. It was really traditional, old-style country, and I told R...
Country Music Hall of Fame Inductees 2013 Revealed
The Gambler, a balladeer and a cowboy will be the newest inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Brantley Gilbert, Jana Kramer: ACM Awards Competition Is Friendly
Jana Kramer and Brantley Gilbert are both up for New Artist of the Year from the Academy of Country Music, the first time a couple has been nominated against each other in this category. Brantley jokes with The Boot that it's been "a house divided" ever since the news of their nominations came out...
Lee Brice: ACM Awards Means Fun, Family Time
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Lee Brice is excited about Sunday night's ACM Awards, but not for reasons most would think of immediately. Yes, he's nominated for Song of the Year for his hit single, "A Woman Like You," but Lee is more interested in the woman he'll be escorting to the gala event.
‘Waiting for Wishes': Nashville Stars Wait Tables to Benefit Make-a-Wish
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Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts joined Chip Esten ("Nashville'"s Deacon, pictured center) and friend Kevin Carter (right) for Tuesday night's (April 2) Waiting for Wishes, the 12th annual celebrity waiters dinner that brings together singers, athletes and actors to raise money for the Kevin Carter Foundation and Make-a-Wish Middle Tennessee.
Keith Urban, ‘American Idol’ Performance Comes After Duet Dreams Squashed
"Psyched to play tomorrow night on #Idol... I hope Randy and the girls put me through!!!" Keith Urban posted on Twitter yesterday, making a huge announcement about tonight's (March 28) show.
The country superstar will perform solo tonight, but he says he would love to perform with his fellow judges someday...
Alabama 2013 Tour Dates Will Reunite Randy Owen With Old Friends & Familiar Places
When Randy Owen hits the road on Alabama's upcoming Back to the Bowery tour, he will be going out with one very special old friend.
"I really look forward to playing my Music Man guitar," Randy tells The Boot. "It's kind of like an old friend who has never betrayed me," he explains...