
The Boot Staff


39 Years Ago: Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and Kris Kristofferson Record ‘Highwayman’
Talk about an anniversary to remember!

29 Years Ago: The Eagles Reunite for Hell Freezes Over Tour
On May 27, 1994, the Eagles began their Hell Freezes Over Tour, after a 14-year break.

64 Years Ago: Buddy Holly Killed in a Plane Crash
A country music icon was almost on the plane with him ...

33 Years Ago: Willie Nelson’s ‘Stardust’ Is Certified Quadruple Platinum
On Jan. 9, 1990, 'Stardust' album was certified quadruple platinum.

48 Years Ago: ‘Austin City Limits’ Premieres on PBS
On Jan. 2, 1975, 'Austin City Limits' premiered on PBS.

64 Years Ago: Johnny Cash Performs at San Quentin State Prison
On Jan. 1, 1959, the Man in Black kicked off the new year on a high note.

25 Things You May Not Know About Country Icon Willie Nelson
Did you know all of this?

54 Years Ago: Johnny Cash Marries June Carter in Franklin, Ky.
On March 1, 1968, Cash wed Carter in Franklin, Ky.

Top 10 Drive-By Truckers Songs
With 13 studio albums, a number of live records and a couple of compilations from which to choose, it's impossible to pick our favorite Drive-By Truckers songs. But, we tried.

55 Years Ago: Johnny Cash Plays Folsom Prison
On Jan. 13, 1968, Cash played a concert at California's Folsom Prison.

What Would Elvis Presley Look Like If He Was Still Alive?
The King of Rock and Roll remains a vital influence on artists the world over, and the mythology surrounding him has grown to epic proportions.

22 Years Ago: Nickel Creek Release Their Debut Album
On March 21, 2000, Nickel Creek released their self-titled debut album, produced by Alison Krauss.