The Boot Staff

Lively conversation, mindful reflection and a few helpings of good ol' gossip would add up to one perfect holiday.

On Nov. 15, 2003, Keith earned his 12th No. 1 single with "I Love This Bar," but chances are good that he had no idea just how much the song would affect his life.

On Nov. 15, 1978, Rogers' multi-platinum-selling album 'The Gambler' was released.

We've found a few country stars who've dared to swear ... and then had to go back into the studio to make a family-friendly version of the same song for country radio airplay.

Celebrate the good times!

Rogers' songs are timeless.

Need a romantic ballad to put you in the mood? Looking for just the right hit to crank up the heat? From sultry slow-burns to five-alarm infernos, there's a sexy country song for every situation.

On July 13, 1994, Brooks performed "Hard Luck Woman" with the rock band on 'The Tonight Show'.

When your head gives a song more spins than your local radio station, that song becomes what's called an "earworm."

Country music and patriotism have always gone hand in hand.

On June 24, 1989, Brooks made his debut on the Grand Ole Opry.

If you're cut from the cloth of those that just don't like country music, we understand -- kind of.