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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

Kelly Clarkson Just Sang Kacey Musgraves’ “Follow Your Arrow” Like It Was Always Hers

Kelly Clarkson reignited Kacey Musgraves' Follow Your Arrow with a powerful Kellyoke cover that turned a country anthem into a personal mission statement.

Miranda Lambert’s CMA and ACM Snubs Have People Talking And the Theories Are Spicy

Miranda Lambert isn’t winning country music awards like she used to and fans are asking why as theories point to label changes, ageism, and shifting industry focus.

Thomas Rhett Breaks His Ankle Mid-Entrance and Leaves Stage in a Wheelchair

Thomas Rhett broke his ankle on his way to the stage at a Forrest Frank concert but still performed like a pro and left the crowd cheering throughout.

Parents of Kellie Pickler’s Late Husband Demand Answers About His Cremation

Kellie Pickler is facing a legal battle with her late husband Kyle Jacobs' parents over his estate and cremation records as tensions escalate in court filings.

Justin Moore Says “Thank God President Trump Is Back” and He’s Done Apologizing

Justin Moore praised Trump's return during a live show and said he is done apologizing for his beliefs, proving he is not here to play it safe in country music.

Willie Nelson’s New Song Is Out and He’s Still Showing the Kids How It’s Done

Willie Nelson drops "Banks of the Old Bandera" at 91, proving once again he's not done teaching—he's just getting louder about what matters in country.

American Idol Hopeful Claims Carrie Underwood Turned Her Down Over Taylor Swift Ties

Presley Cash claims Carrie Underwood rejected her on American Idol because of her ties to Taylor Swift—but the truth behind the drama may not be so simple.

Wynonna and Ashley Judd Expose Family Secrets in New Lifetime Documentary

A raw, unfiltered look at The Judds' legacy, Truth Be Told reveals family trauma, buried secrets, and the emotional cost of fame in country music's most iconic dynasty.

Keith Urban’s Daughter Sunday Rose Is a Magazine Model Now and the Photos Are Stunning

Sunday Rose Kidman Urban is turning heads on runways and in magazines, but her modeling debut proves she's more than Nicole and Keith's daughter—she's a rising star in her own right.

“You Can’t Fake It” Ed Sheeran’s Country Dream Is About Roots Not Hits

Ed Sheeran's country plan isn't about chart-toppers. It's about heritage, honesty, and a lifelong respect for the music that shaped his soul.

Ed Sheeran Knows Real Country Doesn’t Come With a Fake Accent

Ed Sheeran isn't putting on a twang. His country move is deeper than trend-chasing. It's personal, intentional, and rooted in something real.

‘Dennis the Menace’ Star Jay North Dies at 73

Jay North, the child actor who starred as Dennis Mitchell on CBS's Dennis the Menace, has died at 73 at his Florida home after a battle with cancer.

‘Duck Dynasty’ Family Gives Heartbreaking New Update on Phil Robertson’s Alzheimer’s Battle

The Robertson family shares an emotional update on Phil Robertson's Alzheimer's battle, revealing his rapid decline, moments of confusion, and the spark that remains.

Camping World CEO Refuses to Take Down American Flag in Sevierville, Tennessee

Camping World CEO Marcus Lemonis refuses to remove a massive American flag despite a city lawsuit, calling it a patriotic tribute and vowing to raise even more.

Alan Jackson Urged Fans to Cross the Barrier, Security Shut Down the Show

Alan Jackson's Texas farewell turned chaotic when he told fans to jump the barrier during "Good Time," prompting security to shut down the show mid-performance.

Young Bull Rider Dylan Grant, 24, Passes Away After Tragic Rodeo Accident in Texas

Bull rider Dylan Grant, 24, was fatally injured at a Texas rodeo in a rare accident that has shaken the rodeo community and raised new questions about safety.

Turnpike Troubadours Are Teasing a New Album and Doing It the Most Turnpike Way Possible

Turnpike Troubadours tease their new album, The Price of Admission, with a billboard, a jukebox leak, and a cryptic website message ahead of its April 11 release.

Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour Reportedly Struggling to Sell Tickets in Multiple Cities

Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour is falling flat as fans call out sky-high prices and question the pop star's attempt to sell country music to a crowd that's not buying.

‘American Idol’ Will Air Its First-Ever Three-Hour Gospel Special on Easter Sunday

American Idol marks Easter with its first-ever gospel special on April 20, featuring Carrie Underwood, CeCe Winans, Jelly Roll, and faith-filled songs from the Top 20.

Kellie Pickler Blasts Late Husband’s Parents for ‘Absurd’ Demands in Emotional Court Fight

Kellie Pickler calls her in-laws' subpoena "absurd" in a bitter court fight over late husband Kyle Jacobs' belongings, pushing back against contempt claims.

Morgan Wallen Jokes About Needing a Breathalyzer in All His Vehicles on Theo Von’s Podcast

Morgan Wallen jokes he's surprised his vehicles don't have breathalyzers during a candid podcast moment, nodding to his Davidson County arrest with trademark wit.

Ronnie Dunn Walks Offstage Mid-Song During Brooks & Dunn Show, Sparking Concern Among Fans

Ronnie Dunn left the stage mid-song during Brooks & Dunn's Indianapolis show, sparking concern among fans as he appeared to struggle throughout the performance.

“I’m Your Huckleberry” Val Kilmer, the Man Who Became Doc Holliday, Has Died at 65

Val Kilmer, best known to country and Western fans as the unforgettable Doc Holliday in Tombstone, has died at 65, leaving behind a legacy carved in legend.

Morgan Wallen Flipped the SNL Controversy Into a “God’s Country” Merch Payday

Morgan Wallen's viral SNL walk-off turned into a $45 "Get Me to God's Country" T-shirt, now shipping June 13, 2025, and fans are snapping it up fast.

A Lip Reader Just Revealed What Morgan Wallen Whispered Before He Walked Off SNL

Morgan Wallen's whispered goodbye on SNL was polite, but his early exit and "God's country" post sparked fan theories, merch drops, and speculation.

Alan Jackson’s Last Call Tour Is Almost Over and Country Music Is Bracing for the Quiet

Alan Jackson's Last Call Tour ends in May, marking the possible close of his touring days as he faces health challenges but hints at more music still to come.

Blake Shelton Joined Drake Milligan for a George Strait Cover Nobody Expected

Drake Milligan joined Blake Shelton on stage for a surprise George Strait cover that felt like more than a duet. It marked a powerful nod to country music's future.

Crews Wright Took on Conway Twitty and Proved Traditional Country Still Belongs on the “Idol” Stage

Crews Wright sang Conway Twitty's "Goodbye Time" on American Idol and proved that traditional country still packs a punch, even when it comes from a 17-year-old.

Kid Rock Watched President Trump as He Signed Order to Stop Concert Ticket Price Gouging

Kid Rock joins Donald Trump in the Oval Office as a new executive order targets ticket scalping and bots that drive up concert prices, putting fans and fairness first.

Keith Urban Saw Her “I Beat Cancer” Sign Mid-Show and Gave Her the Hug She Fought For

During a Nashville benefit concert, Keith Urban shared a heartfelt moment with a cancer survivor whose sign caught his eye, creating an emotional highlight of the night.