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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

Trace Cyrus Blasts Billy Ray for Skipping Grandma’s Funeral to Chase Fame and It’s About as Ugly as It Gets

Trace Cyrus called out his dad, Billy Ray, for skipping their grandmother's funeral to attend a fashion show, calling him "pathetic" and saying he's done trying.

John Foster Sold Out Baton Rouge Show in 52 Minutes and Night Two Is Already Locked In

John Foster sold out The Texas Club in Baton Rouge in just 52 minutes. Now he's adding a second show and proving he's more than just an Idol finalist.

Traditional Country Just Got Its Own Grammy Category and That’s a Win We’ve Waited Decades For

The Grammys just gave traditional country its own category, and it's the recognition fans and artists have fought decades for. No more blending twang with trends.

Lauren Alaina and Husband Cam Arnold Welcome Their First Child, a Beautiful Baby Girl

Lauren Alaina gave birth to her first baby and dropped a raw song that blends grief and joy in a way only real country can. This wasn't planned. It was lived.

Zach Bryan Drops Surprise Red Rocks Show With a $50 Ticket Cap and a Promise to Keep It Real

Zach Bryan surprised fans with a $50 show at Red Rocks, proving again that he's not chasing paydays. He's showing up for the people who made him.

Miss Kay Robertson ‘Not in the Best of Health’ After Phil’s Death According to Son Willie

Miss Kay Robertson is struggling after Phil's death, facing serious health issues and grief that cuts deep after 60 years of love, loss, and shared life.

Trisha Yearwood Set to Take the Stage in Santa Barbara to Raise Funds for First Responders

Trisha Yearwood will headline One805LIVE! 2025 at Kevin Costner's Santa Barbara estate to support California's first responders and wildfire-impacted musicians.

Faith Hill Stuns With Her First Public Appearance in Two Years After Stepping Out of the Spotlight

Faith Hill made a surprise appearance at CMA Fest 2025 after two years out of the spotlight, sparking buzz about a possible comeback and turning heads backstage.

Megyn Kelly Slams Beyoncé for Using Her in Tour Footage and Playing the Victim Yet Again

Beyoncé uses Megyn Kelly footage on her Cowboy Carter Tour, but Kelly fires back, calling out the pop star for playing the victim in a genre she never earned.

Country Singer Conner Smith Linked to Crosswalk Accident That Claimed the Life of a 77-Year-Old Woman

Conner Smith was involved in a fatal crosswalk crash in Nashville that killed 77-year-old Dorothy Dobbins. Police say he failed to yield but showed no impairment.

John Foster Makes a Vow Inside the Country Music Hall of Fame to Keep the Circle Unbroken

John Foster made a quiet vow inside the Country Music Hall of Fame, promising to keep the circle unbroken before his Grand Ole Opry debut.

American Idol Finalist John Foster Just Made His Grand Ole Opry Debut and Owned the Stage

John Foster makes a powerful Grand Ole Opry debut just weeks after American Idol, honoring country roots with "Murder on Music Row" and "How Great Thou Art."

Beyoncé Suffers Wardrobe Malfunction Mid-Show on Cowboy Carter Tour

Beyoncé's chaps fell mid-performance on the Cowboy Carter Tour in London, and it felt like the perfect symbol for a country act that still doesn't quite fit.

Riley Green Finally Addresses His Relationship Status and Ends the Speculation

Riley Green sets the record straight on dating rumors, confirming he's single while addressing fan speculation about Ella Langley and Megan Moroney.

The Chrisleys Are Back With a New Reality Show But Not Everyone Thinks It’s a Good Idea

The Chrisleys return to reality TV after prison and a Trump pardon, but not everyone's cheering. Their fast-tracked comeback has critics raising eyebrows.

The New Duck Dynasty Show Remembered Phil Robertson With a Touching Tribute

Phil Robertson's final scene in Duck Dynasty: The Revival was a simple thumbs up, but it captured everything fans loved about the bearded patriarch.

“Special Agent” DJ Daniel Asked Jason Aldean to Help Kids With Cancer and Now a Benefit Show Is Happening

DJ Daniel, a young cancer warrior and honorary officer, asked Jason Aldean for help. Now, a country benefit show for kids with cancer is officially in the works.

Tim McGraw and Faith Hill’s Daughter Gracie Shares She Identifies as Queer in Pride Post

Gracie McGraw, daughter of Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, publicly embraces her queer identity in a bold Pride Month post, making waves without saying too much.

Is Dolly Parton Returning for the 9 to 5 Remake with Jennifer Aniston? Here’s What We Know

Dolly Parton says she won't return for Jennifer Aniston's 9 to 5 remake but offers her music instead, proving once again she knows when to step back and still own the moment.

Chris Stapleton Cancels Greenville Show Due to Gear Failure And This Time Even His Voice Couldn’t Save It

Chris Stapleton was forced to postpone his Greenville tour opener after critical gear was destroyed en route, proving that even his voice couldn't save this one.

Country Star Lorrie Morgan’s Husband, Randy White, Has Passed Away Following His Cancer Battle

Lorrie Morgan mourns the loss of her husband, Randy White, a quiet Tennessee soul who stood by her for 17 years and left behind a love that ran deep.

Miranda Lambert Named Texas State Musician for 2025 and Nobody Deserves It More

Miranda Lambert earns the 2025 Texas State Musician honor, and nobody's surprised. From hit records to building a Texas music empire, she's still setting the bar.

George Strait Brought the Heat to Acrisure Stadium With His Fiery Performance of “The Fireman”

George Strait brought the heat to Pittsburgh with a red-hot performance of "The Fireman" at Acrisure Stadium, proving once again why he's still the King of Country.

Si Robertson Admits He’s Having a Hard Time Adjusting to Life Without Phil

Si Robertson opens up about life without his brother Phil Robertson, sharing raw grief and hard-earned faith in an emotional tribute from the Duck Dynasty family.

Fenway Park Canceled the Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn Show One Day Before Showtime

Fenway Park canceled Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn's show just one day before doors opened, leaving fans furious and demanding answers.

George Strait Struggles to Hold Back Tears During Funeral for Rodeo Legend Roy Cooper

George Strait breaks down, honoring rodeo legend Roy Cooper with one last goodbye at his funeral. A tearful tribute from one cowboy to another, straight from the heart.

Toby Keith’s Son and Daughter-in-Law Share Glimpse Into Baby Shower With Photos Full of Love and Smiles

Toby Keith’s son Stelen and his wife Haley are expecting a baby girl and just threw a country as hell shower filled with pink cowgirl vibes and family legacy.

Phil Robertson’s Granddaughter Mia Shared Their Last Audio Together and It’s Hard to Get Through

Phil Robertson's granddaughter Mia shared audio of her Papaw's final days and it's more than emotional. This is what a legacy sounds like.

Family Releases One Last Photo of Phil and Kay Robertson Taken Before He Passed

Phil Robertson's last photo with Miss Kay is more than a goodbye. It is a story of redemption, grit, and a love that never let go.

John Foster Honors Fallen Soldiers With Powerful Memorial Day Tribute to Families

While others posted lake pics and brand deals, John Foster paused to remember the fallen. No fanfare. Just truth, heart, and what country music is supposed to sound like.