Roots and Boots with Sammy Kershaw and Collin Raye

Sammy Kershaw, born in Kaplan, Louisiana, is a 1990s country singer known for modernizing honky tonk with a soft rock touch. Hits include "Cadillac Style" and "She Don't Know She's Beautiful." Kershaw, related to Cajun fiddler Doug Kershaw, overcame personal struggles to secure a record deal with Mercury in 1990. His platinum albums spawned numerous Top Ten hits. Collaborated with George Jones and Lorrie Morgan. He explored politics in Louisiana and returned to music with "Swamp Poppin'" in 2017, celebrating his R&B roots.

Born in De Queen, Arkansas, Collin Raye is a country artist known for hits like "Love, Me" and "In This Life." With a gentle storytelling style, Raye achieved four No. 1 singles in the '90s and four platinum albums. He transitioned into contemporary Christian music while continuing his country career. Notable albums include *All I Can Be* and *Extremes*. He has collaborated with family in the Wray Brothers Band.