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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

Kevin Costner Honors His “Dances With Wolves” Co-Star Graham Greene in Heartfelt Tribute

Kevin Costner paid tribute to his Dances With Wolves co-star Graham Greene, calling him "a master at work and a wonderful human being" after Greene's death at 73.

Graham Greene, the Oscar-Nominated Star of “Dances With Wolves,” Has Passed Away at 73

Oscar-nominated Dances With Wolves star Graham Greene has died of natural causes at 73. The First Nations actor leaves behind a legacy that forever changed Hollywood.

Grandson Breaks Down Singing “Go Rest High on That Mountain” at His Grandad’s Funeral

A grandson's tearful graveside performance of Vince Gill's "Go Rest High on That Mountain" for his grandad has gone viral, showing the raw power of country music.

Jelly Roll Turns Heads With His Weight Loss as He Dominates Europe

Jelly Roll shocked fans with his 200-pound weight loss while making history on his first European tour with Post Malone, proving redemption looks damn good.

Toby Keith’s Baby Granddaughter Looks Like Him and the Resemblance Is Impossible to Miss

Toby Keith's son Stelen welcomed daughter Millie Brooks, and fans can't miss the uncanny resemblance to her late grandfather. A family legacy lives on.

Country Singer Bryan Martin Dragged Off Stage by Police and Admits Struggles With Alcohol and Mental Health

Country singer Bryan Martin was dragged off stage by police after a drunken meltdown, later admitting his struggles with alcohol and mental health.

Riley Green Gets Emotional Thanking Fans for Changing His Life from Construction Work to Country Stardom

Riley Green thanks fans for taking him from hammering nails to topping charts, proving country music still belongs to the hardworking people.

Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn’s Grandkids Honor Them With ‘Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man’ Duet

Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn's grandkids, Tre and Tayla, light up the stage with a fiery "Louisiana Woman, Mississippi Man" tribute fans won't forget.

Take a Tour of Lainey Wilson’s Nashville Home Where Southern Charm Meets Vintage Americana

Step inside Lainey Wilson's Nashville home, where Southern charm collides with vintage Americana. From leopard-print stairs to Opry wood floors, her house is as bold and country as her music.

Jelly Roll Talks Divorce Rumors as He Opens Up About Marriage Struggles With Bunnie Xo

Jelly Roll shuts down divorce rumors and opens up about the raw, messy, and real love he shares with Bunnie Xo, proving their marriage is built to last.

Easton Corbin Cancels Upcoming Shows After the Death of His Stepfather

Country star Easton Corbin cancels shows after his stepfather's death, choosing family over the stage while fans rally around him with love and support.

New Opry Duet of “He Stopped Loving Her Today” Blends George Jones’ Iconic Performance With Alan Jackson’s Tribute

The Grand Ole Opry's haunting new duet combines George Jones' 1993 performance of "He Stopped Loving Her Today" with Alan Jackson's 2013 funeral tribute.

Jelly Roll Celebrates His 200 Pound Weight Loss by Riding a Scooter for the First Time in 10 Years

Jelly Roll marked his 200-pound weight loss in the most epic way by riding a scooter through Berlin for the first time in a decade.

Cracker Barrel Will Scrap Its New Logo After Backlash and Return to the Classic Design That Built Its Legacy

Cracker Barrel scraps its new logo after backlash and brings back Uncle Herschel. Tradition wins as fans demand the classic design stay put.

Jason Aldean and Wife Brittany Call Out Cracker Barrel Saying the Chain Has Been “Actin a Fool”

Jason and Brittany Aldean blast Cracker Barrel's logo change, saying the chain's been "actin a fool" as fans rally behind their bold jab.

Morgan Wallen Racked Up a $15,705 Fine for Going Over Curfew at His Gillette Stadium Show

Morgan Wallen blew past curfew at Gillette Stadium, racking up a $15,705 fine, but the fans got 14 extra minutes of country chaos worth every penny.

Miranda Lambert’s Family Makes Rare Public Appearance as They Support Her On Tour

Miranda Lambert's parents and brother made a rare public appearance at her Boston tour stop, showing full support as the country star proved family has always been her backbone.

Thomas Rhett and Wife Lauren Confirm a Fifth Baby Is on the Way for Their Growing Family

Thomas Rhett and wife Lauren announce baby number five with a playful "Life Changes" twist, proving their family and his country legacy just keep growing.

Former Country Star Turned Global Icon Taylor Swift Gets Engaged to Travis Kelce and Shows Off the Ring

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged. The former country star turned global icon said yes as the NFL champ dropped to one knee, sealing a love story that feels straight out of a country song.

Kelly Clarkson Seen With Family in First Public Photos Since Ex-Husband’s Passing

Kelly Clarkson steps out in public for the first time since the death of ex-husband Brandon Blackstock, keeping family close as she navigates grief with her kids by her side.

Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan Stay on American Idol, Keeping Season 24’s Country Flavor Strong

Carrie Underwood and Luke Bryan return to American Idol Season 24, keeping the country spirit alive and proving Idol runs strong on country grit.

Alabama Reunite on Stage With Long-Estranged Drummer Mark Herndon After Years Apart

Alabama shocked fans in Huntsville when estranged drummer Mark Herndon rejoined for "Mountain Music" after 20 years apart.

BigXthaPlug Drops Country-Inspired Album but Admits He Doesn’t Know George Strait or Willie Nelson

BigXthaPlug dropped a country-inspired album, but admitted he doesn't know George Strait or Willie Nelson, a confession that lit up Texas fans in anger.

Jelly Roll Jumps Off Stage to Embrace a Father Who Has Been Sober for 1,384 Days

Jelly Roll stopped his Montreal show to hug a dad 1,384 days sober, turning the crowd into a roaring celebration of redemption and real country.

Aaron Lewis Says Country Radio Today Can’t Be Compared to George Jones or Merle Haggard

Aaron Lewis slams country radio as "popified," saying today's hits can't compare to legends like George Jones or Merle Haggard.

Charley Crockett Sends Gavin Adcock Roses and His New Album as Their Public Dispute Takes a Turn

Charley Crockett sent Gavin Adcock sixty roses and a copy of his new album after their dispute, leaving fans debating if it was peace or pure trolling.

Gavin Adcock Labels Charley Crockett a “Cosplay Cowboy” After His Criticism of Nashville and Bro Country

Gavin Adcock calls Charley Crockett a "cosplay cowboy," but fans fired back hard, siding with Crockett's takedown of bro country and Nashville hypocrisy.

Texas Honky-Tonker Charley Crockett Takes Aim at Nashville’s System While Ripping Bro Country and Industry Hypocrisy

Charley Crockett slams Nashville's system and bro country, blasting industry hypocrisy while defending Beyoncé's country crossover and demanding authenticity.

George Strait and Miranda Lambert to Be Inducted Into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2026

George Strait and Miranda Lambert will join Don Cook and Keith Gattis as 2026 inductees into the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame in Austin.

Wynonna Judd’s Daughter Says Her Mother Failed to Protect Her From Alleged Abuse by Stepfather

Grace Kelley, daughter of Wynonna Judd, alleges her mother failed to protect her from abuse by ex-stepfather D.R. Roach, saying Wynonna "was never a mother."