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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

Insiders Claim Carrie Underwood Wasn’t the First Pick to Replace Katy Perry on Idol

Carrie Underwood reportedly wasn't ABC's top pick to replace Katy Perry on American Idol, and insiders say her future with the show is more uncertain than ever.

Toby Keith’s Family Showed Up at the Kentucky Derby to Support His Horse, Render Judgment

Toby Keith's horse, Render Judgment, finally made it to the Kentucky Derby, and his family showed up in full force to honor the country legend's lifelong dream.

Toby Keith’s Horse Finished 17th in the Kentucky Derby but Still Turned Heads

Toby Keith's horse, Render Judgment, placed 17th in the Kentucky Derby but made one hell of an impression with a gritty performance that honored the country's legend's legacy.

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour Just Got Slapped With a Cease and Desist

Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour visuals just triggered a cease and desist from The Sphere after she featured their venue without permission, and it's about to get messy.

Lana Del Rey Throws Shade at Morgan Wallen During Her Stagecoach Set

Lana Del Rey name-drops Morgan Wallen in a new song at Stagecoach and sparks buzz with an equally cryptic and cutting lyric.

Gretchen Wilson Signs On as Tour Manager for Keith Urban and Blake Shelton’s New CBS Series

Gretchen Wilson will join Keith Urban and Blake Shelton on CBS's The Road, bringing real-world touring wisdom to a gritty new competition series set to premiere in the fall of 2025.

Alan Jackson’s Grandchildren Just Saw Him Perform Live for the First Time

Alan Jackson's grandsons just saw him perform live for the first time during his farewell tour, creating a heartwarming family moment that's as timeless as his music.

John Foster Wows American Idol With His Brooks & Dunn Cover and Earns a Standing Ovation

John Foster turned heads on American Idol with a pure country take on Brooks & Dunn's "Neon Moon," earning a standing ovation and proving that real country is still alive.

Steve Earle Stunned With Grand Ole Opry Invitation During Live Set

Steve Earle was left speechless when Vince Gill surprised him with an emotional Grand Ole Opry invitation after performing "Copperhead Road" live onstage.

Willie Nelson’s Wife Slams Inaccurate Claims That Lukas Nelson Is Caring for Them

Annie D'Angelo isn't letting anyone rewrite her family's story. After false claims about Willie Nelson's care, she set the record straight in the best way.

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour Tickets Are Now So Cheap They Cost Less Than a McDonald’s Meal

Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour is getting roasted as resale tickets drop below $20—cheaper than a McDonald's meal.

Camping World CEO Shuts Down North Carolina Store After Standoff Over Giant American Flags

Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis closed a North Carolina store rather than remove giant American flags, standing firm in a growing battle over patriotism and local laws.

Tim McGraw Is Set to Return to the Stage After Multiple Surgeries

After a year of surgeries and setbacks, Tim McGraw is ready to return to the stage. Here's' how he's making his comeback and why it means more than ever.

Lulu Roman Who Made America Laugh on Hee Haw Has Died at 78

Lulu Roman, the beloved Hee Haw comedian and gospel singer who turned hardship into humor and hope, has died at 78. Her legacy of laughter and faith lives on.

Zach Top Wins ACM New Male Artist of the Year and Country Might Just Be Back on Track

Zach Top wins ACM New Male Artist of the Year ahead of the ceremony, proving that country music with steel guitars and real stories still has a place on the main stage.

Kellie Pickler’s Court Battle With Her Late Husband’s Family Fully Explained

Kellie Pickler's court battle with her late husband Kyle Jacobs' parents is heating up, with disputes over personal property, subpoenas, and no resolution in sight.

2025 ACM Performer Lineup Grows With Alan Jackson, Cody Johnson, and Wynonna Judd

The 2025 ACM Awards added Alan Jackson, Cody Johnson, and Wynonna Judd to its performer lineup.

The 2025 AMAs Nominated Beyoncé for Country and Snubbed Cody Johnson and Miranda Lambert

Beyoncé scored two AMA country nominations for an album she says isn't country, while Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, and Zach Top were snubbed entirely.

Maren Morris Turned to Taylor Swift and The Chicks for Advice on Leaving Country Music

Before stepping away from country music, Maren Morris turned to Taylor Swift and The Chicks for advice on surviving the fallout—and then she lit her own path.

Duck Dynasty’s Uncle Phil and Miss Kay Robertson Are Back Together After Months Apart

Duck Dynasty's Phil and Miss Kay Robertson reunite in a care facility after months apart due to health issues, bringing relief, laughter, and a bit of chaos.

Carrie Underwood Fought for American Idol’s Easter Episode When Others Said It Was “Inappropriate”

Carrie Underwood championed American Idol's first-ever faith-based Easter episode despite behind-the-scenes pushback, proving that faith still has a place in the spotlight.

Pope Francis, the First Pope from the Americas, Dies at 88 After Easter Weekend

Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a humble, reform-minded leader of 1.3 billion Catholics, died at 88 on Easter Monday, leaving behind a deeply changed Church.

Meet the Broadway Star Taking On the Role of Loretta Lynn in Coal Miner’s Daughter Musical

Two-time Tony winner Sutton Foster steps into Loretta Lynn's boots for the Broadway-bound Coal Miner's Daughter—with fire, grit, and the family's full blessing.

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour Is Struggling to Sell Out on Opening Night

Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter Tour struggles to fill seats, and country fans aren't surprised. Her genre crossover isn't selling out stadiums — or winning over the roots crowd.

Riley Green’s Moment With a Young Fan Is Melting Hearts Everywhere

Riley Green shared a sweet moment with 2-year-old fan Hadley during a meet-and-greet in Texas, creating a viral memory that's warming hearts everywhere.

Garth Brooks Is Grieving Someone Who Meant Everything to Him

Garth Brooks mourns the death of songwriter Larry Bastian, his mentor and friend who helped write "Unanswered Prayers" and shaped the start of his career.

Lorrie Morgan Cancels All April Shows as Husband Faces Major Health Crisis

Lorrie Morgan cancels all April concerts as her husband Randy White faces a major health crisis, with Pam Tillis stepping in for tour dates.

‘American Idol’ Favorite Doug Kiker’s Cause of Death Has Been Revealed

Doug Kiker, the former American Idol contestant known as "The Singing Garbage Man," died at 32 from an accidental overdose, officials have confirmed.

George Strait Rolled Up to Dairy Queen and Left One Worker Shaking With Excitement

What happens when George Strait casually pulls into a Texas Dairy Queen? One worker found out, and the photo that followed lit up the internet.

Jelly Roll Couldn’t Hold It Together Watching His Daughter Leave for Prom

Jelly Roll broke down in tears as he watched his daughter Bailee leave for prom in a moment that showed the softer side of country music's toughest voice.