Barbara Mandrell

Born on Dec. 15, 1948 in Houston, Texas, Mandrell was raised around country music.

In some respects, the Country Music Association has always done better than a lot of organizations within the "Nashville machine" at incorporating women into its mission.

Carly Pearce was overwhelmed with joy upon receiving an invitation to become a Grand Ole Opry member — but Dolly Parton's surprise ask was merely the beginning of the excitement.

It's been nearly 25 years since she disappeared. Why?

Just like big hair and Spandex, country music was alive and well in the '80s, celebrating true love, simple pleasures and American pride.

Talk about a throwback!

Neil Young and ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons will pay a visit to Nashville later this month to take part in a star-studded awards ceremony.

For some reason, people are fascinated by those born on Christmas Day. Perhaps it's pity for having to share your special day with the biggest Christian holiday of the year. Or, maybe it's jealousy over the extra gifts! Whatever the reason, The Boot would like to take a moment to celebrate those country stars who were born on, or pretty close to, Dec...

Emmylou Harris loves animals as much as she does music, so it was a natural move for her to create Woofstock, a music festival that welcomes dogs. The event, to be held Aug. 18 at the Fontanel mansion just outside Nashville, will help raise money for Bonaparte's Retreat, the facility Emmylou founded to help rescue dogs from certain death and place them in homes with loving, responsible owners... R

Artist: Amber Hayes Influences: Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Barbara Mandrell Hometown: Weleetka, Okla. Current Single: 'Wait' Listen to 'Wait' Why We Dig Her: This emerging young country singer combines a deep-rooted appreciation for classic country music with a contemporary edge, resulting in her debut album, 'C'Mon...