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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

2019 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame Inductees

Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame will welcome its new members during its 49 anniversary gala at the music city center on October 14, 2019.

Dolly Parton on Her Fashion Choices: “More is More”

With the rise of Yeehaw fashion let us take a look back at Dolly Parton and how she managed to make herself a true icon.

Kane Brown’s Drummer, Kenny Dixon, Dies Tragically

Kane's Brown's drummer in his touring band, Kenny Dixon, died on Saturday, the 12th of October at the age of 27 as a result of a car accident. Prayers go out to his family. 

Merle Travis Tells the Sad Truth about Coal Mining in “Dark as a Dungeon”

Back in 1940s, there was Merle Travis, a country singer who had a few hits and one of those hits was the sad truth about working as a coal miner, “Dark As A Dungeon.”

The Eagles Together with Vince Gill Announces Upcoming 2020 Tour

Back in 2017, Vince Gill carved his new path by joining the iconic rock band The Eagles. The country singer had to fill in the position that was left by the late Glenn Frey who died in 2016.

“Touch Your Woman:” A 1970s Classic Hit from Dolly Parton

A world-winning superstar, Dolly Parton renders a beautiful song "Touch Your Woman." This track gave Parton a huge success in her musical career.

Tim McGraw Announces 5-Date Book Tour for “Grit & Grace”

Tim McGraw is coming to a bookstore near you!

9 to 5: A Feminist Movie That Made Us Laugh

9 to 5  is a light comedy movie with a strong voice of feminism. It stars Dolly Parton, Lily Tomlin, and Jane Fonda.

Tim McGraw’s 5th Hit Single “Don’t Take the Girl”

Tim McGraw performed one of his classic hits "Don't Take the Girl." This track is McGraw's 5th single that entered into the country charts.

2019 CMT Artists of the Year Event: Lady Antebellum & Sam Hunt to Perform

The 2019 CMT Artist of the Year performers and presenters have already been announced and will include some of the top stars in country music and more.

Get to Know Hannah Dasher, An Uprising Country Rock Star

We got an exclusive interview with the rising country rock star Hannah Dasher. Check it out here!

Patty Loveless’ Heartbreaking Song “Nothin’ But the Wheel”

Patty Loveless is one of the female artists who had a breakout career during the '90s. She got her success with the release of her album Only What I Feel. 

3 Incredible Don Williams Songs Written by Roger Cook

3 songs of "The Gentle Giant" that swept our hearts away were all written by Roger Cook. Let's get talking about the songwriter first before the songs.

Listen: Patsy Cline’s Ballad Love Song “So Wrong”

Patsy Cline recorded a classic love song "So Wrong." She popularized this song in the 1960s.

Exciting Partnership: Southwest Airlines and Live In The Vineyard Team Up

Southwest Airlines and Live In The Vineyard have teamed up for another On The Rise program!

Awesome Web Show “Nashville Access” Becomes “Nashville Meets World”

The week started great for the amazing web-based Facebook live show "Nashville Access" because it now transformed itself once again and becomes "Nashville Meets World!"

“That’s Why I Farm” Validates 2 Timothy 2:6

“That’s Why I Farm” is a song released on August 3, 2015, in partnership with Beck’s Why I Farm Movement.

Sadly, Bladder Cancer Sidelines The Great Radio Veteran Bob Kingsley

Bob Kingsley is a longtime country radio DJ and host of the syndicated radio show Bob Kingsley's Country Top 40. Recently, the radio veteran announced that he had been, sadly, diagnosed with bladder cancer. 

3 Vow Renewal Songs of Kenny Rogers That We Love

There are 3 vow renewal songs of Kenny Rogers that have mostly played a part in many vow renewal celebrations all over the world. Let's check them out here.

WATCH: Dan and Shay’s New Single “10,000 Hours” with Justin Bieber

The Dan and Shay have teamed up with pop-country singer and songwriter Justin Bieber this time for their single "10,000 Hours."

Shocking News! Dollywood Getting Sued for Using “A Charlie Brown Christmas”

Dolly Parton's esteemed theme park Dollywood is being sued by television producer Lee Mendelson's production company.

“Don’t Cry Daddy:” A Heartfelt Song of a Child to his Father

Elvis Presley's song "Don't Cry Daddy" tells the story of a family. They have an incomplete family because of the wife/ mother's absence.

David Houston’s 1970 Hit, “Baby Baby (I Know You’re a Lady)”

David Houston’s "Baby Baby (I Know You're a Lady)" was released in 1969. However, it reached the top spot on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs on January 3, 1970.

“What You See Is What You Get:” Luke Combs is Unapologetic with New Song

Luke Combs sets every expectation straight with his title track to his upcoming and much-anticipated second album "What You See is What You Get."

Phil Wickham’s “Joy to the World:” A Song for the Christmas Season

Phil Wickham delivers an amazing song for the upcoming Christmas season which is entitled "Joy to the World."

Morgan Wallen Announces Epic 2020 Whiskey Glasses Roadshow Tour

Get off your seats as Morgan Wallen's holiday break will end early! The "Whiskey Glasses" singer just announced a headlining tour for 2020 that includes 19 exciting new tour dates.

Miley Cyrus Claps Back at Slut-Shamers in a Seriously Blunt Tweet

Miley Cyrus comes under fire once more after she was filmed kissing Cody Simpson on Thursday. This time, she launched an impassioned defense of her dating habits. 

Toby Keith Reveals Why He is not Attending the CMA Awards Anymore

Toby Keith is one of the most successful country artists today. A lot of country fans are wondering why Toby Keith is not attending the CMA anymore.

Randy Travis Canceled Most of the Dates on His Epic 2019 Tour

Bad news, Randy Travis fans. Most of Travis' 12 tour dates in October and November have sadly been canceled.