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: Darius Rucker, ‘For the First Time’
Darius Rucker shares the story behind his single "For the First Time."
Thomas Rhett: CMA Awards Are ‘Nerve-Wracking’
Thomas Rhett discusses his three nominations at the 2017 CMA Awards.
Chris Young: ‘A Concert Is Supposed to Be a Safe Space’
Chris Young explains to The Boot why he wanted to take the stage only a few days after the Route 91 Harvest Festival shooting.
Interview: Dolly Parton Achieves a Career First With New Children’s Album
Dolly Parton discusses her children's album, 'I Believe in You'.
Yes, Chris Young Really Was THAT Surprised About His Opry Induction Invite
Chris Young discusses his upcoming Grand Ole Opry induction with The Boot.
Story Behind the Song: Lee Brice, ‘Boy’
Lee Brice explains why he wanted to record the song "Boy" and include it on his new album.
Rascal Flatts Praise Blake Shelton’s Wit, Advice to ‘The Voice’ Contestants
Rascal Flatts discuss working as mentors for Blake Shelton's team during Season 13 of 'The Voice'.
Interview: Unsurprisingly, ‘Life Changes’ Is Thomas Rhett’s Most Personal Record Yet
Thomas Rhett shares his thoughts on his new album, 'Life Changes', calling it the most personal record he's ever released.
Interview: Dustin Lynch Knows ‘Current Mood’ Is ‘Very Risky’ … But He’s Ready
Dustin Lynch discusses the creation of his latest album, 'Current Mood', and the risks he was willing to take in releasing it.
Jason Aldean’s 2017 Concert for the Kids Raises $700,000
Jason Aldean raised just over $700,000 at his second Concert for the Kids in his hometown of Macon, Ga.
Story Behind the Song: Josh Turner, ‘Hometown Girl’
Songwriter Marc Beeson and Josh Turner share the story behind Turner's hit single "Hometown Girl."
Story Behind the Song: Kip Moore, ‘Running for You’
Kip Moore shares the story behind his hit single "Running for You."