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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

CMA Awards 2021 Red Carpet Photos – The Event’s Best-Dressed Personalities

The CMA Awards 2021 red carpet photos show that country music celebrities also know how to shock and awe fashionistas across the globe with their sense of style.

Is Faron Young’s Death Caused by Depression?

How did Faron Young die? What was the cause of Faron Young's death? Where and when did he die? What was his last number 1 chart hit?

God Always Watches Over Us, As Revealed in “His Eye is on the Sparrow” By Dottie West

Dottie West sings a beautiful and inspiring country gospel song entitled “His Eyes is on the Sparrow.” The song was written by Civilla Martin in 1905.

“Great Is Your Faithfulness” By Josh Turner Shows Us God’s True Love

Josh Turner gave us a beautiful, heartfelt rendition of the song “Great Is Your Faithfulness.” He included this hymn on his new album I Serve A Savior.

Alicia Allain Facts You Probably Didn’t Know

You may know Alicia Allain as John Schneider's wife, but she is definitely more than that. Read on to learn facts about her you probably didn't know!

The John Schneider-Style of Romance: His Rocky Love Life Before Meeting His Wife, Alicia Allain

John Schneider had a list of ex-wives before meeting his now-wife Alicia Allain. What is their love story? Read on to know what makes Alicia Allain special.

38 Country Thanksgiving Songs To Celebrate The Season

Here are 38 country thanksgiving songs to play and sing along with family and friends while you are all busy preparing a bountiful dinner.

The Death of Gary Stewart Is Just So Heartbreaking

Learn about the cause of Gary Stewart's death. Did he commit suicide? Why? How did the country music artist start his career?

“The Rose” By Don Williams Tells Us To Take Chances On Love

For all the Don Williams supporters out there, “The Rose” is one of his borrowed songs. Unfortunately, it wasn't been released. This is a good song for non-Don Williams fans, too. You might want to listen to remember the “Gentle Giant.” 

Conway Twitty’s “She Needs Someone to Hold Her (When She Cries)” Is So Heartbreaking It Can Make You Cry

To remember Conway Twitty, let’s listen once more to his ninth number one single, “She Needs Someone to Hold Her (When She Cries).”

Discover the Difference Between “Living and Living Well” By George Strait

Learn about the difference between “Living and Living Well” by George Strait. Can you live well if you are alone? What are the other songs of George Strait?

You Can’t Help But Dance To “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On” By Jerry Lee Lewis

 "Jerry Lee began to show that in this new emerging genre called rock 'n' roll, not everybody was going to stand there with a guitar,”as noted by Writer Robert Gordon.

Remembering The Death of Ray Price, The Singer Who Reshaped Country Music

Discover the cause of the death of Ray Price. When and where did the country music artist die? What was his illness? What are some of his great songs?

Experience True Love With “Look Heart, No Hands” By Randy Travis

Randy Travis recorded a new song for his album Greatest Hits, Volume 2. “Look Heart, No Hands” reached the top of the chart.

Wanna Ride with George Strait on the “River of Love?”

George Strait earned another number one song on the chart with his single “River of Love” in 2008. Furthermore, he performed the song during the CMA awards.

All About “What’s a Memory Like You” by John Schneider 

"What's a Memory Like You" by John Schneider is one of his hit singles that reach the top spot in the Billboard weekly charts. Learn more about his song here.

John Schneider Defines What True “Country Girls” Are

"Country Girls" by John Schneider is one of his top hit singles that reached the no. 1 spot on the Billboard US Country Songs. Learn more about this song here.

The Story Behind “You’re the Last Thing I Needed Tonight” by John Schneider

"You're the Last Thing I Needed Tonight" by John Schneider is one of the best chart-topping hits in his musical career. Learn more about the song here.

What Makes “I May Never Get To Heaven” by Conway Twitty Special?

Many artists recorded "I May Never Get To Heaven" but would you believe that only Conway Twitty made the song a No. 1 hit?

Another Year of No CMA Awards Nomination Upsets Blake Shelton’s Fans

The list of the CMA Awards nominees for 2022 is out, and Blake Shelton isn't on it again this year. His fans quickly point it out and express their frustrations towards the CMA.

How Many CMA Awards Did The Judds Win in Total?

The iconic mother-daughter duo of Naomi and Wynonna, or The Judds, have won a total of nine CMA Awards. We've listed them down for you, including the category and the year they won the awards.

Catch Gabby Barrett Live! – Tour Dates 2022 

Find out about Gabby Barrett’s Tour Dates 2022, so you can get the chance to watch her perform her hit songs live. Know more about her co-performers on the tour.

Five Easily-Missed Gary Allan Facts That’ll Surely Shock You 

Gary Allan is one of the world's most well-known and celebrated country singers. Despite that, these five less-known Gary Allan facts always surprise his fans.

The Fieriest Feuds In Country Music That People Still Talk About

Some of the biggest names in country music definitely didn't hesitate to butt heads with each other. So, we've gathered the most infamous feuds in the genre.

These Country Stars Have Won the Most CMA Awards

Curious about which country music artist won the most CMA Awards? We made a list of the top 20 artists that racked up multiple awards throughout their careers.

Jerry Lee Lewis And His Love Affairs, Including A Controversial Marriage

The career of Jerry Lee Lewis is often overshadowed by his unbridled love affairs. This includes the marriage that halted his success in the genre.

A Representative Announced The Death Of Rock’ n Roll Pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis

Jerry Lee Lewis, the rock' n roll pioneer and one of the most legendary figures in country music, has passed away at his home in Mississippi. He was 87.

How Don Gibson and His Death Affected the Music Industry

This is a tribute to the legacy and death of Don Gibson, one of the legendary songwriters and singers of the country music scene in history. Learn more here.

Gabby Barrett Wows the Crowd with “The Good Ones” at the 2021 CMA Awards

Gabby Barrett stepped on the stage of the CMA Awards – donning a stunning white dress – to deliver a moving performance of her country hit, "The Good Ones."

Dottie West Songs Made Famous During The Nashville Sound Era

Dottie West songs made history and, without a doubt, were instrumental in paving the way for other female artists. Check out some of her greatest hits here.