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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

Our Kind of Country LIKE MY MOTHER DOES: Me, Marlena and My Momma…

WE FELLAS may have acquired and learned more than just a thing or two of em’ manly-manly stuff from Poppa, but Momma shore had a huge impact in us all.

In Everything We Do, We Say “Precious Lord, Take My Hand”

When we say, “Please Lord, help me”, is it same as saying “Precious Lord, take my hand”? The latter is more of entrusting everything to the Lord.

Loretta Lynn Feels Better and Announces Upcoming duet with Grandson

Loretta has been going to band rehearsals to finish a new album, "Wouldn't It Be Great" which can possibly have a new duet with her grandson, David Rusell.

Rimes Shares 14-year old Commercial with McEntire

LeAnn Rimes posted a video of a commercial she did with McEntire in 2004 with the caption, "Hanging in the desert with Reba McEntire."

Our Kind of Country HOT LEGS BY ROD STEWART: One Fine Example of Honky-tonkin’ Country Music

Upbeat... Yeah, but (personally) "...one of them unrecognized classic gems from a likewise unrecognized gem of a country artist…"

The Story Behind The Song:“Ridin’ My Thumb To Mexico”

Johnny Rodriguez song “Ridin’ My Thumb To Mexico” was voted one of the five finalists for the Country Music Association’s “Male Vocalist of the Year” award.

Trisha Yearwood’s Food Network Series Reaches 10th Season

Get ready for another series of culinary adventures with Trisha Yearwood as the 10th season of her Food Network show, Trisha's Southern Kitchen kicks off.

Top Five Best Songs of the Grammy-Award Winner Kacey Musgraves

Since Kacey Musgraves won four trophies on this year’s Grammy Award show, we would like to celebrate her success by featuring five of her best songs.

WATCH: Guy in Cowboy Hat Cleverly Puns 30 Countries in a Song

In 2018, Dan Shaba recorded a country song featuring 30 country names. This song went viral on Facebook and YouTube, which has gained a number of views.

George Strait Honors Jerry Lee Lewis with “Great Balls of Fire”

In 2017, country stars honored Jerry Lee Lewis. However, the most unforgettable performance came from George Strait who sang "Great Balls of Fire."

How Well Do You Know Luke Bryan?

Eric Church Pays Tribute to Vegas Shooting Victims with the song “Why Not Me”

Eric Church gave a heartfelt performance dedicated to Vegas Shooting that happened in 2017. The singer was distraught with what happened and felt even worse when he discovered that some of those who died were his fans.

Celebrating Martina McBride’s 53rd Birthday with Her 1st Hit “My Baby Loves Me”

Martina McBride celebrates her 53rd birthday today. McBride is considered as the Celine Dion of Country Music due to her soprano singing range.

Lil Nas X Faces $25 Million Copyright Lawsuit

On the heels of the 20-year-old hitmaker releasing another version of “Old Town Road,” Lil Nas X is being sued for sampling another artist without their approval.

Eric Clapton’s Heartbreaking Song “Tears In Heaven”

Eric Clapton' song "Tears in Heaven" was inspired by his son's death. It was indeed a heartbreaking song sung by a father's loneliness towards his son who passed away.

Confederate Railroad Loses Another Gig Over Name and Logo

The band Confederate Railroad is once again under fire because of its name and logo.

The Highwomen Drops “Crowded Table”

Gather around, folks! The Highwomen are here, and they are here to stay!

“It Matters To Me:” Faith Hill’s Third Number One Single

"It Matters To Me" is a song recorded by Faith Hill. It was a classic hit from the '90s and the song has sold millions of copies worldwide.

Taylor Swift to be Honored With Inaugural Icon Award at 2019 Teen Choice Awards

Taylor Swift is slated to receive the first-ever Icon Award at Teen Choice 2019. Fox had recently announced that they will crown Swift at the upcoming awards show. 

Porter Wagoner’s Important Message in His Song “A Satisfied Mind”

Are you satisfied with your life? Do you know what a satisfying life is all about? If you are still confused and asking many questions about it, then listen to Porter Wagoner's song "A Satisfied Mind."

Josh Turner’s “I Serve a Savior” Tugs to Your Grateful Heart

Josh Turner is widely known for his songs that pinch your heart for different reasons. Usually, lyrics of his songs reflect love, happiness, and worship.

Watch the First Lifetime Movie Trailer of Patsy & Loretta

The most anticipated movie about Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn's friendship is coming out this fall. Watch the trailer of Lifetime movie's Patsy & Loretta here.

Meet the Joe Stamm Band and Listen to Their New Song “Lay Down”

Joe Stamm Band is an upcoming country-rock group that wants to share their music to the world. "Lay Down" is their newest track, and the singer shared that this is one of the most vulnerable songs he has written.

Mark Lowry Joins an Airline Pilot in an Impromptu Performance of “Just a Closer Walk with Thee”

Mark Lowry is a popular Christian music singer. It is a delight to see the singer do an impromptu performance of "Just a Closer Walk with thee."

Dolly Parton vs Loretta Lynn’s Version of “Rhinestone Cowboy”

Due to "Rhinestone Cowboy's" popularity, numerous covers among country singers were released.  These notable covers include Loretta Lynn and Dolly Parton's.

Watch: Choir Students Sing an A Capella Version of “How Great Thou Art”

These choir students showed their heavenly voice in this performance of the great hymn "How Great Thou Art." The group is composed of 12 teens who are all members an A Capella group.

“Speak to a Girl:” McGraw and Hills’ Reminder to Always Treat Females Right

Tim McGraw and Faith Hill recorded the song "Speak To A Girl." It was written by American songwriters Shy Carter, Dave Gibson, and Joe Spargur. 

June Carter Cash Expresses Her Love to Johnny in “Ring of Fire”

June Carter Cash wrote the song "Ring of Fire" when she met Johnny Cash.

Thomas Rhett and Wife Expects a Baby Girl in Early 2020

Thomas Rhett and wife met in first grade. They were best friends turned sweethearts. They were married in 2012 at the age of 22.