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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
Carrie Underwood121
Willie Nelson121

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Latest Stories

Dolly Parton Remembers the Notorious Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Parton described Ruth Bader Ginsburg as a person possessing a small stature, but even the tallest people in the world look up to her.

Willie Nelson’s Son Lives On, Thanks to “My Body’s Just A Suitcase For My Soul”

Before Billy suddenly passed away, Willie recorded a beautiful gospel song with him. Their duet of "My Body’s Just a Suitcase for My Soul" has continued to keep the young man’s spirit alive many years after his passing.

Highlights of the 2020 ACM Awards Night

It was a momentous night in the history of ACM Awards show! Even the venues where all the winners received their awards were iconic.

Unforgettable Walter Brennan and His Classic Tale, “Old Rivers”

In April 1962, Walter Brennan recorded Old Rivers which had no trouble ranking in the top ten. Played today, this baby boomer favorite is still a darling.

John Wayne’s Last Public Appearance is Nothing But Heartwarming

While many fans turned to his incredible movie roles to remember him, John Wayne's last public appearance continues to remain a sacred footage.

Bon Jovi and Jennifer Nettles Team Up to ‘Do What You Can,’ Blended Tribute & Self- Care

For old time's sake, here are Bon Jovi and Jennifer Nettles again with their recently released song ‘Do What You Can.’

Her Truth, Her Story: Mickey Guyton Shines at the ACM Awards Night

Mickey Guyton stepped in to break the chain after her powerful and touching performance of ‘What Are You Gonna Tell Her’ in the most recent ACM Awards night on September 16

Thomas Rhett and Carrie Underwood Won as ACM’s Entertainers of the Year 2020

Thomas Rhett and co-winner Carrie Underwood took the stage with people around the industry stunned including the host, Keith Urban.

Luke Combs Chose ‘Beautiful Crazy’ for his First Dance with Wife Nicole Hocking

After some friendly debates in picking the best song for their first dance, they finally agreed on ‘Beautiful Crazy.’ Combs proudly announced this in one of his recent interviews and he admitted that in some way, it would sound corny.

Shay Mooney Has Other Dreams for His Boys and Becoming a Celebrity Isn’t One of Them

Shay Mooney is determined about not wanting his sons to follow in his footsteps. He said that it is his “worst fear” that his kids will become singers one day.

94th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will Safely Bring Us the Magic Soon!

While we wait for more details on what we could expect this year, the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will surely not disappoint us despite its new format.

Alabama Rocks 2020 with their First and Last Virtual Concert

The Country Music Hall of Fame Group announced that Alabama is bound to hold their one and only virtual concert on September 15 free of charge.

In Memoriam: Troy Jones, One of the Most Resilient Songwriters

At the age of 64, hit Nashville songwriter Troy Jones passed away when a live electrical current touched his boat dock by accident last Friday, September 11.

2020 ACM Awards Update

The 2020 ACM awards could not be more than exciting with some surprising awards finalists. Here is the updated list of award winners, finalists, and performers for the upcoming 2020 ACM Awards.

Will Kelly Clarkson’s 9th Album Be About Her Divorce?

Things were really hard for Kelly Clarkson and here’s when she decided to write the most personal album she’s written in her entire career.

Country Stars Remembered the Lives Lost on September 11

Each one has a special way of giving tribute and here's how some country stars remember all the lives that were lost on September 11.

The “Reba” Reboot Will Surely Make Us Binge-Watch!

One of the highest-grossing sitcoms in the 2000s, “Reba,” is ready to air again after 13 years since its last episode aired.

Thomas Rhett’s ‘Be a Light’ is a Beam of Hope to Struggling Artists

Thomas Rhett shines for the 16th time in the Mediabase chart for his noteworthy single ‘Be a Light’

Watch Out for Trisha Yearwood’s Tribute Performance on Sept. 16

On Tuesday, another piece in the upcoming ACM awards was revealed. Trisha Yearwood is set to deliver a special performance as a tribute to those who have passed away from the country music community.

Chapel Hart Enters Country with ‘Jesus and Alcohol’

Watch the irony because Chapel Hart’s new single ‘Jesus and Alcohol’ is here to give you another perspective on how to dream big.

These Christmas Albums will Make Us Cheer to a New Season!

Carrie Underwood, Dolly Parton, and Terri Clark have released statements that they will be releasing their Christmas albums this year.

Reba Roots for Carrie and the Girls to Win CMA Awards

For this year’s 2020 CMA Awards, the girls are back and Reba thinks Carrie Underwood should win it all.

Flashback To Kenny Rogers Scoring No. 1 With the Brave “Coward Of The County”

Kenny Rogers’ song “Coward of the County” reached the top of the US and Canadian charts. In addition, the album also topped the chart.

Flashback To Carrie Underwood’s Angelic Rendition of “Remember When”

In honor of the important role Alan Jackson played in her life, Carrie Underwood decided to sing his No. 1 hit from 2003 called "Remember When" at the Grand Ole Opry in 2012.

Randy Travis Sings About Mothers in “Angels” And It Will Warm Your Heart

This is a song of ode Randy Travis is not only for mother’s day, you should play this song to your wife or your mother every day.

Blake Shelton Helps Texas Teacher Clear Her Amazon List

Teachers are known for their ingenuity, and one Texas teacher got herself into Twitter to ask one of our country stars for assistance - The Voice coach, Blake Shelton.

Believe It or Not, Your Favorite Country Stars Did These Odd Jobs

Let us take a look at some of these country stars and what jobs they have been in before the bright lights.

Is Carly Pearce Helping the “Next Girl” with Her Newest Single?

Pearce’s follow-up single to her duet with Lee Brice, “I Hope You’re Happy Now,” “Next Girl” could probably be Pearce’s next biggest hit.