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Arden Lambert

Arden Lambert

Arden Lambert covers breaking country music news for Country Thang Daily. If it just happened in country music, Arden is on it.

Arden Lambert covers what is happening in country music right now: the announcements, the award shows, the new releases, and the stories that have fans talking.

What Arden Covers

  • Breaking news from country’s biggest stars
  • The CMA, ACM, and CMT Awards, the Grammys, and other big nights
  • New songs, albums, tours, and residencies
  • Life updates from the artists fans follow, from weddings and babies to health news
  • Country stars on TV, from The Voice to American Idol

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Arden's Track Record

Updated automatically from published stories.

4,876stories written for Country Thang Daily
2024writing for CTD since June 2024
1,173Stars stories 1,100Songs & Music stories 886Legends & Classics stories

Artists Arden Covers Most

Number of stories per artist.

Dolly Parton208
Reba McEntire125
Keith Urban122
Willie Nelson121
George Strait121

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Latest Stories

Jelly Roll’s Wife Bunnie Xo Shares All Seven Mugshots and Says You’re Never Too Far Gone to Change

Bunnie Xo shared all seven of her mugshots and opened up about addiction and healing, showing that no one is too lost for redemption or too broken to rebuild.

Jelly Roll’s Wife Reveals It’s Been Hard to Get Pregnant but Says It’s in God’s Hands Now

Bunnie Xo shares the emotional truth about her and Jelly Roll's IVF journey and says they are trusting God as they keep their hearts open to what comes next.

CMA Awards 2025 Performers List Shakes Things Up With Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, and BigXthaPlug

Luke Combs, Lainey Wilson, and BigXthaPlug shake up the 2025 CMA Awards performer list with a lineup that pushes country music into bold new territory.

Tim McGraw’s Daughter Gracie Honors Veterans With Emotional PBS Performance That Stuns Viewers

Gracie McGraw delivered a stunning performance of "My Buddy" for PBS' Veterans Day special, proving she is more than country royalty and honoring history with heart.

Jelly Roll Claims He Was Treated Like a Criminal Just for Walking Into Louis Vuitton in Sydney

Jelly Roll says he was treated like a criminal at a Louis Vuitton store in Sydney, revealing how prejudice still follows him despite his rise to country stardom.

Miranda Lambert Went on Joe Rogan and Some People Are Not Happy About It

Miranda Lambert's appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast has sparked intense backlash from fans. Some defend her bold move, while others feel betrayed by her controversial choice.

Blake Shelton Says ‘The Voice’ Crowned Winners But Never Created Stars and That’s Why He Built ‘The Road’

Blake Shelton says The Voice never made true stars, so he built The Road to give country artists a real shot at stardom with original songs and a path that actually leads somewhere.

Willie Nelson Once Claimed Ray Charles Did More for Country Than Most Artists Ever Did

Willie Nelson once said Ray Charles did more for country music than anyone else, and his powerful words are back in the spotlight.

Mark Chesnutt Hospitalized for Low Sodium and High Blood Pressure as More Shows Get Canceled

Mark Chesnutt is recovering after a hospitalization for low sodium and high blood pressure, forcing more tour dates to be postponed as fans rally behind him.

Kendra Scott Opens Up About How Zac Brown Popped the Question and Why the Ring Means So Much

Kendra Scott reveals how Zac Brown proposed during a romantic boat ride in Africa and shares the sweet meaning behind her rare pink diamond engagement ring.

Dukes of Hazzard Star Catherine Bach Hospitalized After Surgery and Co-Stars Say She’s Fighting Through

Dukes of Hazzard star Catherine Bach is hospitalized after surgery complications, but co-stars say she's fighting hard and is expected to make a strong recovery.

Is Cody Johnson Finally Dropping His Heartbreaking Cover of “Travelin’ Soldier” After All These Years?

Cody Johnson just hinted that his long-awaited cover of "Travelin' Soldier" might finally be released, and fans are more than ready for the heartbreak to hit again.

Riley Green Concert Interrupted When Opener Annie Bosko’s Sister Crashes the Stage and Is Escorted Off

Riley Green kept singing while Annie Bosko's sister crashed his stage mid-song and got calmly escorted off. The tequila-fueled moment stole the spotlight.

Riley Green Named People’s Sexiest Country Star and the Internet Basically Said “Obviously”

Riley Green has been named People's "Sexiest Country Star" of 2025, and fans across the country are saying it was only a matter of time. With over 350,000 votes, the Alabama heartthrob takes the crown thanks to his rugged charm, southern swagger, and undeniable stage presence.

Tim McGraw Reveals Faith Hill Has Undergone Five Neck Surgeries and Years of Health Struggles

Tim McGraw revealed that Faith Hill has quietly endured five neck surgeries and years of health struggles, crediting her strength and resilience during an emotional moment on stage.

Keith Urban Breaks Down After Chase Matthew Surprises Him with a Birthday Gift Straight from the Heart

Keith Urban breaks down in tears after Chase Matthew surprises him with a custom phoenix-themed guitar for his birthday, marking a powerful end to their tour and a tribute to resilience, friendship, and country roots.

Jelly Roll Is Building a 100-Acre Rehab Center in Tennessee and It Will Be Completely Free

Jelly Roll is building a 100-acre rehab center on his Tennessee property that will be completely free, offering hope and healing to those battling addiction and mental health struggles.

Jelly Roll Names Baby Quokka After Loretta Lynn and Plays “Coal Miner’s Daughter” in Sweet Tribute

Jelly Roll names a baby quokka after Loretta Lynn during his Australia trip and plays "Coal Miner's Daughter" in a sweet tribute that proves he's country to the core.

Kid Rock Says He Wants to Be the First to Perform in the White House’s New Ballroom

Kid Rock says he wants to be the first artist to perform in the White House's new ballroom and defends the project's critics, calling it a "big beautiful addition" paid for without taxpayer dollars.

Tucker Wetmore Jumps Into the Mud to Help Fans After Texas Show Gets Rained Out

Tucker Wetmore turned a rained-out Texas show into a night to remember by jumping into the mud to help fans push their stuck cars, proving once again he's as real as country gets.

Nicole Kidman Serves a Cold Shot of Glam in Her Ultimate Runway Revenge Look After Keith Urban Split

Nicole Kidman turns heads at Vogue World: Hollywood in a stunning black Chanel gown inspired by Gilda, making a bold, glamorous statement following her divorce from Keith Urban.'

Morgan Wallen Shades Chris Young After Chair-Throwing Arrest as He Says “He’s Terrible”

Morgan Wallen threw more than just a chair during his 2024 arrest, as he also threw major shade at Chris Young by telling police he was terrible during the ride to the station.

Morgan Wallen Makes Video Call to Fan Before Surgery and Adds Her to His Bible Study Prayer List

Morgan Wallen surprised a fan facing brain surgery with a heartfelt video call, letting her know she was added to his Bible study prayer list and showing the faith-filled side of the country superstar.

Reba McEntire Finally Shares Why She Hid Her Engagement to Rex Linn for 9 Months

Reba McEntire reveals she and Rex Linn secretly got engaged on Christmas Eve and explains why they waited nine months to share the news, calling the moment deeply personal and perfectly timed.

Reba McEntire Will Host This Year’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center and Bring Her Country Charm

Reba McEntire will host and perform at this year's Christmas in Rockefeller Center, bringing her signature country charm to the iconic New York City holiday tradition airing live December 3 on NBC.

Nicole Kidman Appears Happy in Rare Photos Shared by Her Daughter Despite Ongoing Keith Urban Divorce

Nicole Kidman appears calm and joyful in rare Paris photos shared by daughter Sunday Rose, just weeks after filing for divorce from Keith Urban, showing strength amid heartbreak.

Jelly Roll Admits Cheating on Wife Bunnie Xo Was His Lowest Moment but Says They’re Stronger Now

Jelly Roll opens up about cheating on his wife, Bunnie Xo, calling it one of the lowest moments of his life, and shares how their love is stronger now than ever before.

Jelly Roll Shows Off Jaw-Dropping 200-Pound Weight Loss After Touching Down in Sydney

Jelly Roll shows off a dramatic 200-pound weight loss after arriving in Sydney to kick off his Australian tour, proving his transformation is far more than just physical.

Drake White’s Tour Bus Crash Sends Driver to Hospital and Forces Last-Minute Concert Cancellation

Drake White cancels his Albany, New York concert after a tour bus crash sends his driver to the hospital. The singer and band are safe and plan to resume the tour.

9-1-1: Nashville Star Isabelle Tate Dies From the Same Rare Disease Alan Jackson Battles

9-1-1 Nashville star Isabelle Tate dies at 23 from Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, the same condition Alan Jackson battles. Her sudden passing leaves behind a legacy that hits close to home in country music.