The Boot Staff

Jan. 13, 1990, was a bittersweet day for Whitley's friends, family and fans.

On Jan. 9, 1990, 'Stardust' album was certified quadruple platinum.

On Jan. 10, 1998, McBride soared to No. 1 with "A Broken Wing."

The influence that Presley had on both rock and country music can hardly be overstated.

On Jan. 8, 1983, McEntire earned her first No. 1 hit with "Can't Even Get the Blues."

The Boot's 2021 artists to watch vary in genre, style, influence and background, but these country, Americana, folk and bluegrass newcomers are all poised to have breakout years. Their names are ones to keep your eyes (and ears) on: artists you'll want to hear early, so you can b…

"We all agreed that it was a song title that every single person in the world can relate to ..."

On Jan. 5, 1985, Strait was starting the new year on a high note.

Jan. 3, 1950, was an historic day for country music, although no one was aware of it at the time.

On Jan. 1, 2010, the singer-songwriter kicked off the new year by starting a 1,700-mile walk, called Meet Me Halfway, to raise awareness about youth aging out of the foster care system.