Gayle Thompson

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.

33 Years Ago: Garth Brooks Hits No. 1 With ‘The Dance’

On July 14, 1990, Brooks earned a No. 1 hit with his single "The Dance," from his debut self-titled album.

20 Years Ago: Natalie Maines Makes Controversial Comments About President George W. Bush

"Just so you know, we're on the good side with y'all. We do not want this war, this violence, and we're ashamed that the President of the United States is from Texas."