Gayle Thompson has been a daily contributor for The Boot since it began in 2008. In addition, she has written for Rolling Stone, Country Weekly, CBS Radio and several other outlets. Besides writing, she loves traveling, cooking, entertaining and anything else that involves her husband and little boy.
Gayle Thompson
Story Behind the Song: Big & Rich, ‘California’
John Rich shares the story behind Big & Rich's single "California," previously recorded by Tim McGraw, with The Boot.
Luke Combs Talks in-the-Works Sophomore Album, Touring and Writing With Friends
Luke Combs explains how he and his friends wrote his freshman album, and gives an update on his tour plans and sophomore record.
Story Behind the Song: Darius Rucker, ‘If I Told You’
Darius Rucker and the songwriters of his single "If I Told You" share the story behind the song.
32 Years Ago: Garth Brooks’ ‘No Fences’ Makes Country Music History
On Oct. 24, 1991, Brooks made history when his album 'No Fences' became the first country record to sell more than 5 million copies.
Alan Jackson, Don Schlitz Reflect on Their Country Music Hall of Fame Inductions
Even though the inductees and their families found out about their nominations in April, it was still hard to believe it was actually happening.
Story Behind the Song: Chris Young, ‘Losing Sleep’
Chris Young shares the story behind his single "Losing Sleep."
31 Years Ago: Naomi Judd Announces Her Retirement
On Oct. 17, 1990, Judd announced that she was retiring from music because of her diagnosis of Hepatitis C.
Chris Young Extends Headlining 2018 Losing Sleep Tour … Again
Young's added more fall dates to his 2018 trek!
Interview: Carly Pearce’s ‘Every Little Thing’ Reflects ‘Every Shade’ of Her Life
Carly Pearce talks to The Boot about her debut album, 'Every Little Thing'.
Cole Swindell Vows to Use Music to Help People Heal After Route 91 Shooting
Cole Swindell vows to use music to help people heal in the wake of the Route 91 Harvest Festival shooting.