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
Florida Georgia Line: Chainsmokers Collaboration Is ‘a God Thing’ [LISTEN]
Florida Georgia Line discuss their collaboration with the Chainsmokers, "Last Day Alive."
Thomas Rhett Shares His Biggest Fear About Becoming a Dad
Thomas Rhett discusses how he and his wife Lauren are preparing to become parents to two children this year.
Florida Georgia Line: ACM Awards Nominations Help Keep Them Driven
Florida Georgia Line discuss their 2017 ACM Awards nominations and upcoming Smooth Tour 2017.
Justin Moore’s Daughters Are Hoping Their New Sibling Is a Boy
Justin Moore admits that all three of his daughters are hoping that their new sibling is a boy, and explains why he and his wife aren't learning the baby's gender ahead of time.
Story Behind the Song: Brett Eldredge, ‘Somethin’ I’m Good At’
Brett Eldredge shares the story behind his single "Somethin' I'm Good At."
Story Behind the Song: Keith Urban (Feat. Carrie Underwood), ‘The Fighter’
Keith Urban shares the story behind his hit single " The Fighter," a duet with Carrie Underwood, from his 2016 album 'Ripcord'.
31 Years Ago: Reba McEntire’s Band Members Die in Plane Crash
On March 16, 1991, McEntire lost seven of her band members, plus her tour manager, in a fatal airplane crash.
William Michael Morgan Explains What Drew Him to His Single ‘Missing’
William Michael Morgan explains why he included "Missing" on his freshman album, 'Vinyl', and why it's a single.
39 Years Ago: Carrie Underwood Is Born in Muskogee, Okla.
Happy birthday, Carrie!
31 Years Ago: Alan Jackson Scores His First No. 1 Hit
Jackson earned his first No. 1 hit on March 9, 1991, with the song "I'd Love You All Over Again," from his freshman 'Here in the Real World' album.
What’s It Like to Have a Star Sing Your Song? Country Songwriters Reflect
Every great artist begins with a great song. But while the singer often receives the most recognition when a song becomes a hit, the songwriters too deserve much of the credit.
17 Years Ago: Miranda Lambert’s ‘Kerosene’ Goes Gold
On March 6, 2006, Lambert earned her first gold single.
Lady Antebellum Say New Song ‘Heart Break’ Correlates to Their Career
Lady Antebellum explain how their break inspired their new album, and why the title track is their favorite song.
22 Years Ago: Brad Paisley Inducted Into the Grand Ole Opry
On Feb. 17, 2001, Paisley was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.