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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

Reba McEntire Took The Academy Awards By Storm With A Performance That Left The Audience in Tears

It's been thirty-one years since the legendary songstress Reba McEntire graced the stage of The Academy Awards. She's back with a mesmerizing performance.

Throwback To Carrie Underwood Paying Tribute to Linda Ronstadt With “Blue Bayou” & “When Will I Be Loved”

Carrie Underwood took the stage to pay tribute to Linda Ronstadt with a very special rendition of "Blue Bayou" and "When Will I Be Loved."

Take A Look At This Two-Year-Old Girl Singing Dolly Parton’s “Jolene” With All Her Heart

Two-year-old Sophia Kingsley belting out Dolly Parton's "Jolene" at the top of her lungs while playing in her room is all you need today.

Here Are Some Facts About Glen Campbell And His Fascinating Rags To Riches Stories

The story of Glen Campbell is just as legendary as his top songs. Here are some quick facts to celebrate his thriving career and essential contribution to the genre.

Jamey Johnson Pays Tribute To George Jones With His Rendition Of “Still Doin’ Time”

In 2011, Jamey Johnson performed an all-acoustic version of The Possum's "Still Doin' Time" for the troops based at Camp Arifjan in Kuwait.

John Wayne’s Fourth Child, Melinda Wayne Munoz, Has Died At 81

John Wayne's social media page has announced the death of his daughter, Melinda Wayne Munoz. She was 81 years old.

Here Are Roy Clark Songs That Brought Country Music To A Wider Audience

Listening to these Roy Clark songs is the best way to celebrate the country legend's contributions to both music and television.

Miranda Lambert and Elle King Are Making A Historic Achievement

Miranda Lambert and Elle King are making a historic achievement as their song "Drunk (and I Don't Wanna Go Home)" landed in the No. 1 spot.

Here Are Some Facts About Roy Clark, One Of The Most Important Figures In Country Music

These facts about Roy Clark showcased how this talented singer made use of his musical gift to bring country music into millions of homes all over the world.

George Strait Took Home His First-Ever CMT Music Award, And He Can’t Even Believe It

George Strait has received enough awards, but he's not stopping just yet – taking home his first-ever CMT Music Award for Performance of The Year.

The Most Memorable Bobby Bare Songs You Need To Listen Right Now

These memorable Bobby Bare songs helped him propel him into the Country Music Hall of Fame and become one of the most multi-award-winning musicians.

Here Are Some Facts About Bobby Bare Which Are As Fascinating As His Music

Looking at these facts will help you realize how fascinating Bobby Bare is – no wonder why he's one of the most respected performers and recording artists.

Here Are Some Facts About Don Gibson, The Songwriter Famous For Country Standards

These facts about Don Gibson will help you get to know one of country music's most popular and influential forces in the '50s and '60s.

The Most Important Don Gibson Songs That Helped Country Music Crossover To Pop

Truly, the influence of Don Gibson songs on modern country music and countless music legends runs deep, far, and wide. After all, he's one of the most talented composers of his era.

The Death of Tammy Wynette Still Remains a Mystery to Country Fans

On April 6, 1998, the world lost The First Lady of Country Music. Tammy Wynette died while taking a nap on a living-room couch at her Nashville home.

Remembering The Death of Merle Haggard, One Of The Most Successful Country Singers 

The country music community lost one of its legendary singers, when Merle Haggard died of pneumonia on April 6, 2016 at his ranch in Palo Cedro, California.

Remembering The Death Of John Prine, One Of The Most Creative And Celebrated Singer-Songwriters

On April 7, 2020, the world of country music lost one of its precious gems with the death of beloved singer-songwriter John Prine due to COVID-19 complications.

Hank Williams Jr. Returns To Stage After His Wife’s Death With Some Special Guests – His Kids

Hank Williams Jr. is in grief with the death of his wife, but his family is encouraging him to return to the stage. After all, music offers comfort in the toughest period of life.

The Troubadour Of Truck-Driving Songs, C.W. McCall, Died At 93 After Battle With Cancer

The baritone country singer best known by his stage name C.W. McCall, has died at age 93 in Colorado after a battle with cancer.

The Greatest Billy Dean Songs From The One and Only Romantic Balladeer

Here are the best of Billy Dean songs that were the result accumulated by many influences such as Dan Fogelberg, Merle Haggard, Marty Robbins, and James Taylor.

Meet The Modern-Day American Troubadour, Billy Dean, With These Facts

Get to know the tall and ruggedly handsome Billy Dean with these exciting facts. He's been one of the biggest and most awarded country stars in his era.

Here Are The Best Emmylou Harris Songs Within Her Five Decade Career

Emmylou Harris songs have reigned the country radio and everyone's playlist from the 1970s and 1980s – and we're going to take a look at some of the best ones.

Here Are Some Facts About Emmylou Harris That You May Not Have Known

Emmylou Harris is one of the strongest female country singers throughout the genre's history. Let's get to know more about her with these facts.

Brenda Lee and Ronnie Shacklett: A Love That Broke Through The Shackles of Rejection

Brenda Lee and Ronnie Shacklett married so young and had to face rejection from their own family. But they thrived for 59 years and counting.

All The Jeff Carson Songs That We Would Definitely Be Listening on Repeat

These Jeff Carson songs have helped parlay the mass success of country music in the early '90s and will truly keep the country singer's legacy alive.

Sam Williams Penned A Poignant Tribute To His Mama Mary Jane

Sam Williams, the son of Country Music Hall of Famer Hank Williams, Jr., took to social media to express his grief with the recent death of his mother, Mary Jane Thomas.

Here are Some Facts About The Humble Beginning of Jeff Carson 

Did you know that Jeff Carson – who helped double up the mass success of country music in the early '90s – started his musical career at a young age?

Riley Leon, Whose Truck Flipped While Driving Away From a Tornado, Got A New Ride 

Riley Leon, who miraculously survived after a tornado flipped upright and spun around the truck he was driving, received a brand-new 2022 Chevrolet Silverado.

Country Music Singer Jeff Carson Has Passed Away Following a Heart Attack

Chart-topping country music singer Jeff Carson passed away after suffering a heart attack in Franklin, Tennessee – his publicist confirmed.

Bill Monroe and Dolly Parton’s Duet of “Mule Skinner Blues” Is The Best Thing You’ll Hear Today

Bill Monroe and Dolly Parton's Duet of "Mule Skinner Blues" will definitely have you tapping your toes. It's the best team-up you'll hear today.