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
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.
The First and the Worst Benefit: A ‘Lesson in Humiliation’ for Hit Writers [PICTURES]
On Wednesday night (March 1), famed songwriters Rosanne Cash, Steve Wariner, Sonny Curtis and Frank Rogers took the stage at Nashville's City Winery, ready to embarrass themselves a little bit.
35 Years Ago: Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris Release ‘Trio’
On March 2, 1987, 'Trio' was released on Warner Bros.
Zac Brown Thanks Wife, Bandmates While Receiving Artist Humanitarian Award
Zac Brown is the 2017 recipient of the Country Radio Broadcasters' Artist Humanitarian Award.
Story Behind the Song: William Michael Morgan, ‘I Met a Girl’
Shane McAnally and Old Dominion's Trevor Rosen recall the day "I Met a Girl" was written, and the path it took to become a hit for William Michael Morgan.
Trailer Choir’s Bigg Vinny, Wife Jenny Are Expecting a Baby!
Trailer Choir's "Bigg Vinny" Hickerson and his wife are going to be parents!
Story Behind the Song: Trent Harmon, ‘There’s a Girl’
Trent Harmon shares the story behind his hit single "There's a Girl" with The Boot.
Hillary Scott ‘Over the Moon’ About 2017 Grammy Awards Nominations
Hillary Scott reacts to her Grammy Awards nominations for 'Love Remains' and "Thy Will."
Story Behind the Song: George Strait, ‘I Ain’t Her Cowboy Anymore’
Songwriter Marla Cannon-Goodman shares the story behind the George Strait song "I Ain't Her Cowboy Anymore" with The Boot.
53 Years Ago: Merle Haggard’s ‘Okie From Muskogee’ Album Is Released
On Dec. 29, 1969, Haggard's 'Okie From Muskogee' album was released.