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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

“Making Memories of Us” A Hit Single from Keith Urban

"Making Memories of Us" was recorded by Keith Urban. His version of the song became a country hit in 2005. The song was mostly played over country radios.

Luke Bryan Gets a Corn Maze in His Likeness

Luke Bryan's gonna get the surprise of his life when he visits Richland, Michigan in September! He's gonna be greeted by a six-acre corn maze that looks just like him!

Jimmie Rodgers Sings About the Reality of War in “The Soldier’s Sweetheart”

Jimmie Rodgers, also known as the father of country music, has always produced great songs. Some of his notable tracks are the Blue Yodel series.

“Wish You Were Here:” A Throwback Hit from Mark Wills

"Wish You Were Here" is a song recorded by Mark Wills. His version became a country classic hit in the '90s.

Taylor Swift + Dixie Chicks’ “Soon You’ll Get Better” is a Whispered Prayer

Taylor Swift's Lover has definitely made waves, and its 12th song "Soon You'll Get Better" has touched more than a few hearts and had some reaching for their tissue boxes.

Josh Turner Sings about Fatherhood in “I’ll be There”

Josh Turner has always been a country artist who puts so much emotion into his song. Yes, he might be known as the sexy voice behind the hit "Your Man," but he is so much more than that.

Garth Brooks to Receive George H.W. Bush Award for Philanthropy

Garth Brooks is going to receive the George H.W. Bush Points of Light Award for Caring and Compassion, in recognition of his philanthropy.

Mo Pitney Sings his Honest Feelings About “Country”

Mo Pitney is a rising country artist with traditional-sounding music. Many claimed that he is the voice and hope of our generation because he represents pure country music.

Taylor Swift: Artists Deserve to Own Their Work

Superstar Taylor Swift says she "absolutely" plans to re-record the first six albums of her career, a power move to regain the ownership of all of the songs in her career.

Alabama Announces Cancellation of the Rest of Their 50th Anniversary Tour

Alabama postpones all of their remaining tour dates for their 50th Anniversary show. This is due to the ongoing battle of Randy Owens.

Dolly: My Opry Memories Opens to Celebrate Dolly Parton’s 50 Years at the Opry

The Grand Ole Opry is in full swing as Dolly Parton celebrates her golden anniversary, a whopping 50 years, as a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 2019 with Dolly: My Opry Memories

Remember When Brooks and Dunn Topped the Charts 27 Years Ago?

It has been a long time since this Brooks and Dunn-track hit the charts. Though that may be the case, we still love the song even up to this day.

Alan Jackson’s “You Can Always Come Home” was Inspired by His Father’s Words

Alan Jackson surprised the world with his inspiring single "You Can Always Come Home." Find out how his father inspired him to become who he is now.

2000s Country Hit “Austin” by Blake Shelton

"Austin" was recorded by Blake Shelton. The song is the most remarkable hit of Blake that received positive feedback among country fans.

Country Star Drake White Shares his Brain Disease Diagnosis

After country musician Drake White collapsed last week while performing on stage in Roanoke, VA, he shared with the world that he was diagnosed with a debilitating brain disease.

7 Known Celebrities Who Are Huge Fans Of Country Music

Here are some of your favorite celebrities who are a fan of country music. They jam with country artists and even record a song with them.

A Sweet Gospel Song “Somebody’s Praying for Me” by Don Moen

"Somebody's Praying for Me" is a gospel song recorded by Don Moen. This song uplifts our minds and souls.

Hank Williams’ Famous Hit “Lost Highway” was Written by a Blind Singer

"Lost Highway" became popular as Hank Williams grew into the country legend that he is. However, Williams was not the first to record the song.

Liam Hemsworth Officially Files for Divorce from Miley Cyrus

A little over a week after announcing their separation, Hunger Games actor Liam Hemsworth has filed for divorce from superstar singer Miley Cyrus.

Dave Fenley Performs Keith Whitley’s Classic Hit “When You Say Nothing at All”

Dave Fenley performed the song "When You at All" at the Voice 2018. His performance was indeed great. It also showed his dedication to the great song he recorded.

Elvis Presley Becomes a Crime-fighting Hero in New Netflix Series

Great day to both Elvis Presley fans and Netflix subscribers because the King will be having his own adult animated action series.

The 2019 CMA Awards’ Dolly-Reba-Carrie Hosting Tandem are Getting Mixed Reactions

The ladies are taking over the CMA Awards, and people are iffy about how they are supposed to react. 

Remembering Holly Dunn’s Birthday with “Are You Ever Gonna Love Me”

Holly Dunn was one of the most popular country artists back in the '80s. "Are You Gonna Love Me" is her very first hit single.

Sugarland Performs an Electrifying Country Version of Lady Gaga’s “You and I”

Grammy-winning duo Sugarland proves that they can perform with the biggest stars on the world. Back in 2011, both artists were on the Grammy's stage performing Gaga's "You and I."

Lil Nas X is The Newest Cover of Time Magazine

Lil Nas X has accomplished a lot in his still flourishing career. Now, he gets to add having a cover of himself in a Time Magazine issue as one of his accomplishments!

“What Would You Do (If Jesus Came to Your House)?”

What would you do if Jesus came to your house? Would you let him enter or would you close your door?

Prominent Leader of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Filmed Woman at Dressing Room

A man from Nashville has been arrested for videotaping a woman inside a dressing room.  According to reports, he is a prominent leader of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. 

Is God Well-represented by the Media?

Hollywood has a long and complex history of portraying God in movies, TV shows, and other forms of media. Is God well-represented by the media?

53rd CMA Awards: Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire, and Dolly Parton to Host

For the first time in 11 years, Carrie Underwood will not have Brad Paisley by her side when she hosts the 53rd CMA Awards this November. Fret not, because two country legends will be by her side this time.

Kenny Rogers Turns 81 Today!

Kenny Rogers, the iconic country singer who popularized songs such as "The Gambler" and "Islands in the Stream" is turning 81 today.