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Billy Ray speaks. It was revealed earlier today that, after nearly 30 years of marriage, Billy Ray and Tish Cyrus are calling it quits. In the court documents, Tish says the couple hasn’t lived together in more than two years, and cites “irreconcilable differences” as the reason for the divorce. She’s asking the court to

Tish Cyrus has filed divorce from country music singer and husband of almost 30-years, Billy Ray Cyrus. According to TMZ, court records state that Tish filed in Tennessee last week. The couple married in 1993 in their living room in Franklin, Tennessee, and have five kids together, including Miley and Noah. Since Noah is the youngest

I’ve always been a big fan of Ryan Bingham. Ever since I first discovered his music in Crazy Heart, and then subsequently dove into Mescalito, and the rest of the catalog along the way, I’m continually impressed by everything he does. But it’s not just me, even his castmates on the hit series Yellowstone think he’s a total badass. Or

When it comes to writing country songs, authenticity is the name of the game. If you flip on the radio these days, you probably wouldn’t know it, but listen to a Tyler Childers, a Zach Bryan, a Charles Wesley Godwin… the kind artists that are regarded as some of the best in the business, and

Surprise! Carrie Underwood has released the title track of her newly-announced album, Denim & Rhinestones. Written by Underwood and frequent collaborators Hillary Lindsey, Josh Kear and David Garcia, the amorous song melds country lyricism with an effervescent, pop-disco production. The hitmaker opens by evoking sentimental memories of various things that naturally go better together —

American Idol nailed it with the special destination they’re sending their celebrity judges and top 24 contestants this week. Well, at least they did for country music traditionalists’ favorite celebrity judge to throw shade at… Luke Bryan. This Sunday and Monday night, American Idol arrives at the Disney Aulani Resort and Spa on the island

And on April 8th, at the Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa, Oklahoma, for a moment… all was right in the world. The Turnpike Troubadours are BACK. After nearly a three-year hiatus, Evan Felker and company took the stage at Cain’s Ballroom last night, the first night of back to back nights at the iconic venue. The

Kelsea Ballerini was right. Her new single “Heartfirst” is a bop. The singer’s infectious summertime luster describes instant chemistry with an endless, unapologetic smile. The track also picks up on this year’s suddenly prevalent theme. Carrie Underwood is teasing a fun, sing-into-your-hairbrush album. Thomas Rhett just dropped his version of that exact thing. Ballerini noted

Another day, another damn good music festival coming your way. The Foxfire Music & Arts Festival is going into its second year, held at Ashland Riverfront in Ashland, Kentucky. Slated for September 23-24, this year’s festival boasts some pretty damn good names. We’re talking about the likes of Dwight Yoakam and Koe Wetzel as the

You can hear the fruits of Jess Harp‘s choral training in their voice. With an unquestionably ethereal tone, Harp honed their talent in Bentonville, Arkansas’ high school music programs and church choirs. They taught themself guitar in their late 20s, drawing on influences as disparate as Chet Baker, Angel Olsen, and Chris Owens. Harp played

That’s some baby-makin’ music right there. Dillon Carmichael dropped an incredible new record last year with his sophomore album, Son of A. He’s got a sound that’s straight out of the 90s, yet he also manages to effortlessly bridge the gap and fit right in with the new music that’s coming out of Nashville right now

Every week, The Boot highlights recent favorites from country, Americana, folk and everything in between. In every list, you’ll find picks from our contributing team that we think you’ll love. Keep reading to check out the latest installment of The Boot’s Weekly Picks. Fern Maddie “Hares on the Mountain” Vermont’s Fern Maddie has a knack for powerful storytelling

Well, shit… This is the best cover I’ve heard in a long time. I already think Lukas Nelson can sing literally anything, and he’s proven me right yet again. His cover of Tom Waits’ “Come On Up To The House” is incredible, albeit a bit softer and, honestly, more inviting than the original in my

Nashville singer-songwriter Caroline Spence will release her fourth career album, True North, on April 29. In the meantime, the album’s lead single “Clean Getaway” prepares us for what’s in store from Spence: nothing short of catharsis. On the new track, Spence’s soprano reigns over introspective lyrics and a soft, windows-down groove. The song — which celebrates the power of self-acceptance — doesn’t

This one is FUN. Miranda Lambert released the third song from her forthcoming eighth solo studio album, Palomino, that’s set to drop at the end of this month on April 29th. Called “Actin’ Up”, she previously played it at C2C fest last month, but I actually love the studio version just as much as when she

Six years ago today, the great Merle Haggard passed away on his 79th birthday, shaking the country music world to its core with the loss of such an influential musician. Born in Oildale, California, in 1937, Merle’s country music career spanned five decades, produced dozens and dozens of hit songs, a number of award-winning albums,

Indie folk foursome River Whyless’ love for nature is evident in everything they do, including their latest album Monoflora, out April 8 via Soundly Music. In addition to songs like “Heaven and Light,” which features sounds that emulate birds chirping, the record’s cover illustrates a patch of wildflowers, a person looking across a body of water, staring at

As Garth Brooks continues to announce his Stadium Tour stops, he announced today that he’s going to one of the most popular (and biggest) stadiums in the NFL here soon… And that’s AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the Dallas Cowboys. Yup, Garth is coming to Jerry World. The concert is slated for Saturday,