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: Granger Smith, ‘Happens Like That’
Granger Smith shares the story behind his latest single, "Happens Like That."
Story Behind the Song: Maren Morris, ‘I Could Use a Love Song’
Maren Morris shares the story behind her hit single "I Could Use a Love Song," from 'Hero'.
Dustin Lynch’s Recent Tourmates Have Weighed in on His Third Album
Dustin Lynch offers an update on his third studio album.
Maren Morris: ‘Sometimes I Forget Who I Am’
Maren Morris discusses her tour with Sam Hunt and how it feels to have two songs -- "I Could Use a Love Song" and "Craving You" with Thomas Rhett -- on the charts.
Story Behind the Song: Brantley Gilbert, ‘More Than Miles’
Brantley Gilbert shares the story behind his song "More Than Miles."
Story Behind the Song: Dierks Bentley, ‘Riser’
Steve Moakler shares the story of writing "Riser" for Dierks Bentley with The Boot.
Brett Eldredge on His Third Album: ‘I Think We’ve Found That Sweet Spot’
Brett Eldredge gives an update on his upcoming third album.
Thomas Rhett’s Wife Isn’t a Big Fan of Being in His Music Videos
Thomas Rhett explains why he likes to make videos, including ones that star his wife Lauren.
Brad Paisley Talks ‘Love and War': ‘This Never Should Have Worked’
Brad Paisley shares how he was inspired to create both the songs and the music videos for his current album, 'Love and War'.
Florida Georgia Line: Chainsmokers Collaboration Is ‘a God Thing’ [LISTEN]
Florida Georgia Line discuss their collaboration with the Chainsmokers, "Last Day Alive."
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."