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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

Meet Tim McGraw and Faith Hill’s Middle Child, Maggie Elizabeth McGraw

Maggie Elizabeth McGraw, who was born on August 12, 1988 in the United States, is turning out to be one fine young woman. Here's what we've gathered about her.

Intense Singing of “Cry Pretty” by 12-Year-Old Ansley Burns Wows Carrie Underwood

A young,aspiring singer proved that Carrie Underwood's ”Cry Pretty” is a song that anyone could tackle or master if given the heart and effort.

Gracie McGraw: Meet The Eldest Daughter of Tim McGraw and Faith Hill

Gracie Mcgraw was born on May 5, 1997, and grew up in Nashville. Of all of the McGraw daughters, Gracie seems to have the greatest interest in music.

How to Create a Country Music Playlist for Studying and Concentration

There is more to music than it meets the eye, particularly country music. And here, we will show you why.

Our Adorable Genie, Barbara Eden, Stunned Everyone at Hollywood Event

Guess who we spotted at the Paley Honors: A Special Tribute to Television's Comedy Legends in Los Angeles? It’s the one and only Barbara Eden, 88, stunning everyone with her glamorous look.

Sounds Like Johnny Cash: Who’s Closer? The Grandson or the Street Musician?

This sounds crazy but Johnny Cash's voice seems to have been resurrected in two unique individuals with exceptional talents. They both sounded exactly like him.

Garth Brooks Is Stunned When Randy Travis Sings After Massive Stroke

Country singer Randy Travis, who suffered a life-threatening stroke in 2013 shocked the audience by performing for the first time in years.

Elvis and Ann-Margret Brought Back Magic in Dancing in Viva Las Vegas

Here's one great memory from the rock and roll king Elvis and Ann-Margret from the film “Viva Las Vegas.”

“Tennessee Whiskey” Dad Kris Jones Makes Daughter Proud, Fluid Cover Goes Viral

Thousands of people tried to make a cover of Stapleton’s “Tennessee Whiskey.” But none has yet to match the popularity of Kris Jones’ viral cover.

Heartwarming Narration of “The Third Man” by Loretta Lynn

In the 2-minute video, Loretta Lynn quoted her favorite gospel song “The Third Man.” She also briefly explained what faith meant to her.

Kelly Clarkson’s Kids Got Her Spunk and Talent, Making Her Next-Level Confident

Despite all difficulties that come with being a superstar, Kelly Clarkson’s kids made her next-level confident and more empowered in her life.

Who Is Kelly Clarkson’s Husband? Meet The Man That She Always Hopes To Have

Kelly Clarkson's husband, Brandon Blackstock, is the singer's life partner and manager, and without a doubt, they make each other beyond happy.

Who Is Laine Hardy Dating? The American Idol Winner Is Super Tight-Lipped about His Love Life

We finally had a glimpse of Laine Hardy’s girlfriend, Gracie Lee, as he turned to Instagram last January to greet his girl.

Laine Hardy ‘Ground I Grew Up On’ Music Video Shows He’s Always Going To Be The Bayou Boy

Laine Hardy shared that he especially relates to every single word he's singing in "Ground I Grew Up On.”

Country Heartthrob Laine Hardy Will Teach You About Not Giving Up

Everyone loves a comeback and for "American Idol" winner Laine Hardy, it was a comeback we never knew we needed.

Brad Paisley’s New Gig: Wife’s In-House Hairstylist

It looks like multi-awarded Country singer Brad Paisley has recently got a new job description as his wife's in-house hairstylist.

Gwen Stefani Cuts Blake Shelton’s Hair and It’s a Real Tiger King Look

On Monday night, the couple took things to the next level with Gwen Stefani cutting Blake Shelton’s hair during an interview on the at-home version of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

“Angels Among Us” in A Capella: Our Salute to All Frontline Workers

Originally by Alabama, the A Capella version elevated "Angels Among Us" heart message. Awesome collaboration by Home Free bassist Tim Foust and Chris Rupp.

Memorable “God Bless the USA” by Lee Greenwood at Yankee Stadium

When Lee Greenwood and his wife moved to New York, the people then requested him to sing “God Bless the USA.”

Hunter Hayes Was A Child Prodigy Who Began His Career At The Age Of Two

It’s been almost a decade ever since American soulful country singer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter, Hunter Hayes, released his debut self-titled album in 2011...

LOOK: Rare 1981 Clip of George Strait’s “Down and Out” Gig Would Drive Fans Crazy

Have you seen his 1981 performance of "Down and Out" yet? It was one of George Strait’s early performances in his career.

Narvel Blackstock’s New Girlfriend Is His Ex-Wife’s Close Friend

After the big divorce, Narvel Blackstock moved on in his way, quite pretty fast. He started dating real estate agent Laura Putty Stroud, who sells luxury homes in Nashville.

Hats Off to Bob Wills and His Texas Playboys! 86 Years of Elite Western Swing Legacy

King of Western Swing Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys were reckoned rock stars on both the Country Music Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

R.I.P John Prine: Country Artists Mourn the Loss of a Genius Musician

Tuesday, April 7, 2020, the country music world bid goodbye to one of its legends. "Paradise" singer John Prine has lived to see 73 colorful years of music.

Roll of New Country Albums to Look Forward To in 2020

2020 has been a rough year, so we look forward to the new Country albums from a number of talented artists.