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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

Nicole Kidman’s Erotic Movie ‘Babygirl’ Reportedly Pushed Keith Urban to His Breaking Point

Nicole Kidman's erotic film Babygirl reportedly pushed Keith Urban past his breaking point, and insiders say the steamy movie may have been the final blow to their marriage.

Nicole Kidman Was Once Warned About Keith Urban by His Ex-Fiancée and Her Words Resurface Amid Divorce

Keith Urban's ex-fiancée once warned Nicole Kidman their love wouldn't last, and her words are hauntingly relevant now as the couple's 19-year marriage ends.

Nicole Kidman Allegedly Feels Betrayed After Learning Blake Shelton Knew Cheating Rumors First

Nicole Kidman reportedly feels betrayed after learning Blake Shelton knew cheating rumors about Keith Urban before she did, leaving her hurt by friends' silence.

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman’s Divorce Filing Reveals Custody Plans and Asset Division

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman's divorce filing reveals custody of their daughters, division of homes, and a shocking prenup clause, all without alimony or support.

Maggie Baugh, The Guitarist Linked To Keith Urban, Reportedly Has A Boyfriend Amid Divorce News

Maggie Baugh, the guitarist tied to Keith Urban's divorce headlines, was pictured with boyfriend Cameron Coley, sparking questions about the real story behind the rumors.

Here’s The Real Reason Maggie Baugh Missed Keith Urban’s Latest Concert

Why Maggie Baugh skipped Keith Urban's Hershey show had nothing to do with rumors because she was a Chicago fill-in, with Natalie Stovall back in the lineup.

Paramore’s Hayley Williams Admits Morgan Wallen Was Target of Her ‘Racist Country Singer’ Lyric

Hayley Williams confirms her "racist country singer" lyric targets Morgan Wallen on NYT Popcast, igniting fresh debate over his 2021 slur and country accountability.

Keith Urban Changes “You’ll Think Of Me” Lyrics To “Your Bulls* Reasons” During First Show Since Divorce

Keith Urban sharpened "You'll Think of Me" in Hershey with a profane lyric swap during his first show since Nicole Kidman's divorce filing, then finished strong.

Eric Church Reportedly Left Out Key Details As Morgan Wallen Arrest Bodycam Footage Surfaces

Bodycam footage shows Morgan Wallen called Eric Church to protest his arrest, not confess. Police shut down special treatment, contradicting Church's earlier version.

Maggie Baugh’s Dad Breaks Silence On Keith Urban Romance Rumors After Nicole Kidman Split

Maggie Baugh's father dismissed rumors linking his daughter to Keith Urban after Nicole Kidman's divorce filing, saying their relationship is strictly professional.

Keith Urban’s Inner Circle Allegedly Thinks The Singer Is Struggling Through A Midlife Crisis

Keith Urban's inner circle reportedly believes the country star is experiencing a midlife crisis, citing his divorce from Nicole Kidman, the firing of his longtime band, and rumors of a new romance.

Keith Urban Spotted Without Wedding Ring In First Public Outing Since Breakup With Nicole Kidman

Keith Urban was spotted ringless in Pennsylvania just days after Nicole Kidman filed for divorce, marking the official end of their 19-year marriage.

Luke Bryan And Jason Aldean To Play First Sanford Stadium Concert In More Than A Decade

Luke Bryan and Jason Aldean reunite for a Sanford Stadium show on April 25, 2026. Tickets are already selling fast, as the first stadium concert in 13 years.

Keith Urban Allegedly Grew Unhappy And Publicly Called Out Nicole Kidman Before Split

Keith Urban reportedly told Nicole Kidman he was unhappy and even called her out in front of friends before their divorce, leaving her blindsided and devastated.

Nicole Kidman Seen Publicly For First Time Since Keith Urban Divorce Amid Brutal Claims From Friends

Nicole Kidman was spotted hiking in Nashville with her sister, Antonia, in her first public outing since divorcing Keith Urban, as harsh rumors swirl in Music City.

Nicole Kidman And Keith Urban’s Divorce Docs Reveal Their Staggering Monthly Income

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's divorce documents reveal they each make $100,000 a month, yet neither will pay alimony or child support after their split.

Nicole Kidman Reportedly Devastated As Keith Urban’s New Relationship With Younger Woman Emerges

Nicole Kidman is reportedly devastated after filing for divorce from Keith Urban, as rumors spread in Nashville that he has already moved on with a younger woman.

Who Is Keith Urban’s Guitarist Maggie Baugh And Why Did He Change A Song Lyric For Her

Maggie Baugh is Keith Urban's 25-year-old guitarist and rising country star who landed in the spotlight after he changed Nicole Kidman-inspired lyrics for her.

Keith Urban Changes Wife Inspired Lyrics to Spotlight Maggie Baugh Ahead of Divorce Filing

Keith Urban swapped Nicole Kidman's name for Maggie Baugh in "The Fighter" just before divorce news, and country fans called out the brutal timing.

Keith Urban Linked to New Woman Following Separation From Nicole Kidman, Inner Circle Claims

Keith Urban sparks rumors of a new romance after separating from Nicole Kidman, with sources claiming "it's all over Nashville" as the country star moves on from their 19-year marriage.

Nicole Kidman Files for Divorce After 19 Years With Keith Urban Despite Fighting for Marriage

Nicole Kidman has officially filed for divorce from Keith Urban after 19 years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences while seeking primary custody of their daughters.

Lainey Wilson to Host 2025 CMA Awards Making History as 3rd Woman to Solo Host

Lainey Wilson will make history hosting the 2025 CMA Awards solo, becoming only the third woman ever to lead Country Music's Biggest Night from Nashville.

Accused North Carolina Shooter Nigel Edge Pictured With Kellie Pickler at 2012 CMT Awards

Accused North Carolina shooter Nigel Edge, once Kellie Pickler's CMT Awards guest in 2012, faces murder charges after a deadly Southport bar attack that left three dead and eight injured.

Nicole Kidman Didn’t Want to Separate From Keith Urban and Tried to Save Marriage, Source Claims

Nicole Kidman reportedly fought to save her 19-year marriage to Keith Urban, but sources say he moved out while she held their family together with her daughters.

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman Separated After Nearly 20 Years Together

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have separated after nearly 20 years of marriage, with sources saying Nicole is fighting to save the relationship while Keith has moved out.

Zach Bryan Breaks George Strait’s Concert Attendance Record With 112,000 in Michigan

Zach Bryan broke George Strait's U.S. concert attendance record with 112,000 fans at Michigan Stadium, making history as the first artist to headline The Big House.

Luke Combs Says Becoming a Dad Feels Like Taking a Punch to the Face

Luke Combs compares fatherhood to "getting punched in the face," opening up about parenting, family life with Nicole, and preparing for baby number three.

Jason Aldean’s Entire Recorded Catalog Acquired in $250M Blockbuster Deal

Jason Aldean's entire recorded catalog was acquired by BMG in a $250M deal, reuniting his chart-topping hits with his longtime label in a full-circle moment.

Firefighter’s Morgan Wallen Blind Audition Ends With Marriage Proposal Instead of a Chair Turn

Firefighter Jacob Ryan Gustafson's Morgan Wallen audition on The Voice didn't earn a chair turn, but it ended with a viral onstage marriage proposal that stole the show.

Oak Ridge Boys’ Richard Sterban Battling Pancreatic Cancer and Asking the Public for Prayers

Oak Ridge Boys legend Richard Sterban revealed his pancreatic cancer diagnosis and asked for prayers, saying he hopes to return to the stage in the coming months.