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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

Drag Queens Show Amazing Lip Sync Prowess with Dolly Parton’s “Jolene”

These amazing Drag Queens bring the house down with their lip sync performance of "Jolene."

Bruce Robison Celebrates His Birthday with an Upcoming Album

Bruce Robison is more country than you'll ever know. This talented and passionate country singer and songwriter is celebrating his fifty-third birthday today.

Don Moen Sings a Worship Song “Heal Me O Lord”

Don Moen recorded the worship song "Heal Me O Lord." The success in his works is dedicated to the God Almighty.

Randy Travis’ Emotional Comeback at the Grand Ole Opry

A lot of people have questioned whether Randy Travis could still go back to singing. Well, worry not because the country legend is doing better after stroke. 

Happy 74th Birthday, Bobby G Rice!

Bobby G Rice was born in July 11 1944.

Josh Turner Avoids Being Sinful with his Gospel Hit “For the Love of God”

Josh Turner is becoming one of the few artists of today who write and record gospel songs. This includes his singles "I Saw the Light," "For the Love of God," and more.

Chris Young On His Rise to Fame and Philanthropic Deeds

Chris Young, "The Man I want to Be" singer, will be celebrating his 34th birthday. He is one of the most promising country artists of today's generation.

2019 Let It Roll: Midland Books Tour Dates

Midland's back with an all new gig with several tour dates!

Taking Chances: Matt Williams’ Newest Album

The album is finally coming out! The army veteran and country singer/songwriter Matt Williams is releasing his sophomore album Taking Chances.

New Material from The Highwomen Out Soon!

Known as The Highwomen, Brandi Carlile, Amanda Shires, and Maren Morris banned together for one heck of a female musical supergroup.

The Show Must Go On for Carolina Country Music Fest

Despite the terrible weather and the temporary closure of the venue, the Carolina Country Music Fest still pushed through its festivities in downtown Myrtle Beach.

Jerry Lee Lewis Is Out of Rehab and is Back Home

Rock & Roll's Greatest Wild Man Jerry Lee Lewis is back home and is recovering after suffering from a mild stroke on the 28th of February.

Dolly Parton Sings A Gospel Song “Heaven’s Just A Prayer Away”

Dolly Parton's "Heaven's Just A Prayer Away" means that prayer is one way to communicate with God.

CMT Awards Recap: Collaborative and Breakthrough Video of the Year

The CMT awards show is over, but we still can't get over it. How can we? It was a night to be remembered, with great performances and excitement in the air.

Winners of CMT Awards’ Video and Performance of the Year

The 2019 CMT awards was held in Nashville. It was a big event for both country artists and fans. The event is also hosted by the biggest stars in music industry.

Remembering Ray Charles on His 15th Death Anniversary

Ray Charles left an impact to the world. His hit songs such as "Hit the Road Jack," "Georgia on My Mind," "I Can't Stop Loving You," and "I Got a Woman" were some of his most notable hits.

2019 CMT Music Awards: Full List of Winners

The 2019 CMT Music Awards has come and gone, and it was a smash. Hosted by Little Big Town, the winners took home the gold.

2019 CMT Awards: Dan + Shay are the Duo of the Year; Zac Brown Band Wins Group of the Year

As the 2019 CMT Music Awards came to a close, it highlighted the best of the best with their awards. Check out the Group and the Duo Video of the Year who bested everybody!

Granger Smith’s Son Dies in a Tragedy

In a tragic turn of events, Granger Smith's youngest son, River Kelly Smith has died. He was only three years old.

Happy 40th Birthday, Lee Brice!

Lee Brice was born in June 10, 1979. Happy Birthday, Lee. Have a blast!

Don Moen Sings “Give Thanks With A Grateful Heart” to the Lord

Don Moen's "Give Thanks" is one of the most recognizable songs worldwide. It is one of the most successful worship songs of Don Moen.

Netflix Releases Trailer for New Bob Dylan Documentary

Rolling Thunder Revue: A Bob Dylan Story will be available for streaming on June 12, and it will be accompanied by the massive release of Bob Dylan's 1975 Live Recordings.

Updates About Kenny Rogers’ Health

In light of wild speculations about music legend Kenny Rogers' declining health, he and his team finally released a statement to set the record straight.

2019 CMT Awards: Everything You Need to Know

The CMT Music Awards celebrates the best of the best music videos and television performances. Check out all you need to know about the event!

2019 CMT Awards: Full List of Nominees

The CMT Music Awards celebrates the best of the best music videos and television performances. Check out all the nominated acts!

Pistol Annies’ “Got My Name Changed Back” is the Modern Divorce Anthem

The honesty of country music has allowed the girls of Pistol Annies to be openly brutal about their feelings in their song 'Got My Name Changed Back' and at the same time, make light out of it.

Don Moen’s “Lord I Offer My Life To You:” A Song for God’s Love

Don Moen is a singer-songwriter whose worship songs were all dedicated to God the Almighty. "Lord I Offer My Life To You" is one of the worship songs made by Moen.

Church and the Faith in the Digital Age Pt. 2

The younger generations are leaving churches left and right and the churches see this as a major red flag. In an attempt to call them back to the church, they turn to technology.

Tina Turner Turns the Country On in “Help Me Make It Through The Night”

Tina Turner is one of the most timeless icons in the whole industry. The queen knows no bounds, as she dabbles with country flavor in the hit song "Help Me Make It Through the Night."

“Forever Country” Features an All-Star Country Cast

Entitled "Forever Country," the music video does not only feature thirty CMA award-winning artists, but it also fuses together some of the most memorable country songs to date.