The Boot Staff

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

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

On March 14, 1970, Haggard scored his ninth No. 1 hit.

Theirs is a love story of persistence.

On Feb. 24, 1969, the "Man in Black" recorded his 'At San Quentin' album.

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

Sorry in advance for making you cry ...

Vote for the country star you'd most like to see perform at the Super Bowl halftime show.

On Jan. 13, 1968, Cash played a concert at California's Folsom Prison.

The influence that Presley had on both rock and country music can hardly be overstated.

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…

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