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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

What Jimmy Kimmel Said About Charlie Kirk in His Monologue That Got Him Suspended

Jimmy Kimmel's suspension from ABC came after his controversial monologue on Charlie Kirk's death, sparking national backlash and putting his late-night show on ice.

Jimmy Kimmel’s Late Night Show Suspended by ABC Following His Comments on Charlie Kirk’s Death

Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show was yanked off ABC after his comments about Charlie Kirk's death sparked outrage, FCC threats, and backlash across America.

Hayden Panettiere Is All In for a Nashville Reboot as the Beloved Series Heads to Netflix

Hayden Panettiere says she would "absolutely" return for a Nashville reboot as the hit country music drama finds new life on Netflix, sparking buzz for a revival.

Country Singer Spencer Hatcher Speaks Out on the Murder of His Mother for the First Time

Country singer Spencer Hatcher breaks his silence after his mother's tragic murder, vowing to keep making music in her honor and carry her spirit on every stage.

Elvis Presley’s Granddaughter Riley Keough and Ben Smith-Petersen Secretly Welcome Second Baby

Elvis Presley's granddaughter, Riley Keough, secretly welcomed her second baby with husband Ben Smith-Petersen, marking a new chapter of love and family beyond the Presley spotlight.

Dolly Parton Sidelined by Kidney Stone and Forced to Skip Dollywood Announcement

Dolly Parton missed Dollywood's big Night Flight Expedition reveal while recovering from a kidney stone, but the country legend promised she'll be back stronger than ever.

George Strait Reveals Major New Collaboration and Sparks Buzz About Super Bowl 2026

George Strait launches a Justin Boots line supporting rodeo athletes as Super Bowl 2026 rumors swirl, proving the King of Country still rules.

Reba McEntire and Rex Linn’s Engagement Sets Off Speculation About Their Upcoming Wedding

Reba McEntire confirms engagement to Rex Linn at the Emmys, sparking wedding buzz while proving true love can bloom after heartbreak.

Reba McEntire Reveals How Kelly Clarkson’s Children Are Coping After Losing Brandon Blackstock

Reba McEntire revealed how Kelly Clarkson's kids are coping after their father, Brandon Blackstock's, death, sharing they're bonding together and leaning on faith.

Jamey Johnson Pays Tribute to Charlie Kirk With a Mournful Performance of “Lead Me Home”

Jamey Johnson honored Charlie Kirk in Arkansas with a raw and emotional performance of "Lead Me Home," turning the song into a powerful moment of mourning and hope.

Brantley Gilbert Has a Strong Warning for Anyone Who Dares to Celebrate Charlie Kirk’s Death

Brantley Gilbert stopped his Maryland show to honor Charlie Kirk with silence, then warned he won’t tolerate anyone celebrating the activist’s death.

Jelly Roll Shows Off 110 Pound Weight Loss as He Steps Into Louis Vuitton for the First Time

Jelly Roll shed 110 pounds and made his Louis Vuitton debut at the Vatican after years of struggle, showing fans a bold new chapter of grit, faith, and redemption.

Kane Brown Attacked on Social Media Over His Tribute to Charlie Kirk

Kane Brown faces brutal backlash after honoring Charlie Kirk, forcing him to step back from social media with a raw plea for love over hate.

Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes End Their Relationship After Nearly 3 Years Together

Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes split after nearly three years together, ending a high-profile romance that fans thought would last.

Zach Bryan Reportedly Climbs Over Fence to Confront Gavin Adcock in Tense Festival Moment

Zach Bryan climbed a barbed-wire fence at the Born & Raised Festival to confront Gavin Adcock in a heated moment, with security stepping in before it turned into a fight.

Jelly Roll Performs Inside Vatican City After Meeting Pope Leo XIV in a Once-in-a-Lifetime Moment

Jelly Roll went from prison to the Vatican, meeting Pope Leo XIV and performing "Hard Fought Hallelujah" at St. Peter's Square in a once-in-a-lifetime moment of redemption.

Reba McEntire Brings Down the House With ‘Golden Girls’ Tribute at the 2025 Emmys

Reba McEntire, with Karen Fairchild and Kimberly Schlapman, brings down the Emmys stage, honoring The Golden Girls with "Thank You for Being a Friend."

Reba McEntire and Rex Linn Steal the Spotlight at the Emmys With Surprise Engagement News

Reba McEntire and Rex Linn shocked fans at the 2025 Emmy Awards by confirming their engagement after five years of dating, stealing the spotlight with their heartfelt love story.

Vince Gill and Lainey Wilson Perform ‘Go Rest High on That Mountain’ in a Heartbreaking Emmys Tribute

Vince Gill and Lainey Wilson delivered a soul-stirring performance of "Go Rest High on That Mountain" during the Emmys In Memoriam, honoring late legends with a powerful, emotional tribute.

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Sammy Hagar Honors Charlie Kirk With Merle Haggard Song

Sammy Hagar honors Charlie Kirk with Merle Haggard's "Are the Good Times Really Over," a raw tribute asking if America has lost its way.

America Rallies for Erika Kirk and Her Children as Donations Climb Toward $4 Million

America rallies for Erika Kirk and her children as GiveSendGo donations climb past $4.6M, fueling Charlie Kirk's legacy after his tragic death.

Morgan Wallen Stops His Canada Show to Share a Tearful Tribute With Charlie Kirk’s Widow Erika

Morgan Wallen stopped his Edmonton show to honor Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika, dedicating "I'm A Little Crazy" with heartfelt prayers just days after Kirk's assassination.

Jason Aldean Pays Tribute to Charlie Kirk by Performing ‘Try That In A Small Town’ for His Late Friend

Jason Aldean honored his late friend Charlie Kirk in Detroit, dedicating "Try That In A Small Town" as fans chanted "U-S-A" and screens lit up with a tribute.

Vice President JD Vance Carries Charlie Kirk’s Casket in Arizona While Usha Offers Support to Widow Erika

Vice President JD Vance carried Charlie Kirk's casket aboard Air Force Two as Usha Vance comforted widow Erika, marking an emotional tribute after Kirk's assassination.

Vince Gill and Lainey Wilson Are About to Break Hearts With Their Emotional Emmy Tribute

Lainey Wilson and Vince Gill will perform "Go Rest High on That Mountain" during the 2025 Emmy Awards In Memoriam, delivering country's most emotional moment of the night.

President Trump Says Charlie Kirk Shooting Suspect Is Caught After Family Turns Him In

President Trump confirms the suspect in Charlie Kirk's fatal shooting is in custody after his father and a minister persuaded him to surrender, ending the manhunt.

Texas Country Singer Honors Charlie Kirk With a Tragically Beautiful Ballad He Wrote Himself

Texas country singer Mitchell Ferguson honors Charlie Kirk with a tragically beautiful ballad written after Kirk's assassination, turning grief into a moving tribute.

Country Artists Share Heartfelt Tributes as Charlie Kirk Is Mourned After Fatal Shooting

Charlie Kirk's fatal shooting sparked emotional tributes from country artists like Lee Greenwood, Randy Houser, Parker McCollum, and Gabby Barrett, who honored his legacy.

Charlie Kirk, Trump Ally and Conservative Activist, Fatally Shot at Utah Campus Event

Charlie Kirk, Trump ally and Turning Point USA founder, was fatally shot at a Utah college event in what officials call a political assassination.