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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

Willie Nelson Just Gave $1.3 Million to Family Farms and Proved He’s Still in This for the Long Haul

Willie Nelson just helped deliver $1.3 million in Farm Aid grants to support family farms across the U.S., proving he's still leading the charge for rural America at 92.

Jelly Roll Wants His Right to Hunt With a Gun Back and Says Redemption Should Never Be Off the Table

Jelly Roll says it is time for redemption to mean something as he pushes for the right to hunt with a gun again, calling on lawmakers to give reformed felons a real second chance.

Jelly Roll Calls Sex Before Weight Loss “Horrible” and Says He’ll Never Forget the Feeling

Jelly Roll gets brutally honest about how losing over 200 pounds saved his sex life, transformed his marriage with Bunnie Xo, and helped him take control of his life and legacy.

Jelly Roll Breaks Down as He’s Asked to Join the Grand Ole Opry by Country Veteran Craig Morgan

Jelly Roll broke down in tears after country legend Craig Morgan surprised him with an official Grand Ole Opry invitation. From prison to the Opry, his full-circle journey is pure country music redemption.

Tim McGraw Steps Out in Tight Pants at Vegas Show and the Lainey Wilson Jokes Wrote Themselves

Tim McGraw went viral in Las Vegas after hitting the stage in tight suede fringe pants, sparking wild reactions online and comparisons to Lainey Wilson's wardrobe.

Morgan Wallen’s Sand in My Boots Fest Canceled Over One Missed Deadline and Gulf Shores Mayor Ain’t Budging

Morgan Wallen's wildly successful Sand in My Boots Festival won't return in 2026, and the surprising reason is a missed deadline. Gulf Shores pulled the plug, demanding top-tier talent and a well-behaved crowd like last time.

Raul Malo, Legendary Voice Behind Country-Rock Band The Mavericks, Dies at 60

Raul Malo, the iconic frontman of The Mavericks, has died at 60 after battling cancer. Known for his genre-defying sound and powerhouse voice, Malo leaves behind a legacy that forever changed country music.

Reba McEntire’s Son, Shelby Blackstock, Says the Pregnancy Loss Left Him Heartbroken

Reba McEntire's son, Shelby Blackstock, and his wife, Marissa, reveal a heartbreaking miscarriage after years of trying, following the loss of Brandon Blackstock and Marissa's father.

Maddie & Tae Confirm Heartbreaking Split After 15 Years and Say It’s Not the End of Their Bond

After 15 years together, Maddie & Tae have confirmed a heartbreaking split, with Tae stepping away for family and Maddie launching a solo career, but their unbreakable bond remains.

Garth Brooks Performed at the Kennedy Center Honors But Not for George Strait

Garth Brooks stunned fans at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors by rocking out for KISS instead of paying tribute to fellow country icon George Strait.

Reba McEntire’s Family Is Hit With More Heartbreak as Her Daughter-in-Law Speaks Out on Pregnancy Loss

Reba McEntire's family is hit with more sorrow as her daughter-in-law, Marissa, reveals a heartbreaking pregnancy loss, just months after Brandon Blackstock's death.

President Trump Presents George Strait With Kennedy Center Medal in Powerful Oval Office Moment

George Strait received his Kennedy Center Medal from President Trump in the Oval Office and proved once again why country royalty still wears a cowboy hat.

Gavin Adcock Says One Alan Jackson Song Still Wrecks Him Every Time and It Ain’t Even Close

Gavin Adcock might raise hell onstage, but there's one Alan Jackson song that stops him in his tracks. "Remember When" still brings him to tears every single time.

The Super Bowl Just Got a Whole Lot More Country With Post Malone Headlining Bud Light’s Concert

Post Malone is bringing country to the Super Bowl stage with Bud Light's 2026 concert. New music is coming, and football fans are about to get country as hell.

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani’s Marriage Reportedly Holding Steady With One Key Spark Still Alive

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are keeping their marriage steady with one spark still strong. It's not perfect, but it's real, and it's working behind the noise.

Gwen Stefani Walks Solo and Wears a Bold See-Through Tulle Gown That’s Got Everyone Talking

Gwen Stefani hit the red carpet solo in a see-through green tulle gown that screamed Christmas chaos, turning heads while breakup rumors with Blake swirl louder.

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton Reportedly Facing Strain in Their Marriage as Conflicting Worlds Begin to Clash

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are still standing, but insiders say marriage strain and clashing worlds are testing their bond. Country meets Hollywood, for real.

Chris Stapleton’s “Tennessee Whiskey” Is 10 Years Old and Still Outselling Newer Country Releases

Chris Stapleton's "Tennessee Whiskey" just clocked 10 years and still charts higher than brand-new hits. Real country doesn't fade. It just keeps pouring.

Keith Urban Is Leaning on Blake Shelton for Support After His Split From Nicole Kidman

Keith Urban is finding strength in Blake Shelton's support after his split from Nicole Kidman, leaning on their friendship to get through the heartbreak and rediscover his footing through music and healing.

Chris Young Played Through a Winter Storm and Then Refunded the Entire Crowd Anyway

Chris Young braved a winter storm to perform in Wisconsin, then refunded every ticket, proving once again why he's one of country music's classiest acts.

Country Legend With a $150 Million Fortune Is Stepping Away and the Reason Is Deeply Personal

Alan Jackson, country legend with a $150 million net worth, steps away from touring due to health and family, capping a legacy built on grit, grace, and timeless country hits.

Steel Magnolias Star Shirley MacLaine Makes a Rare Malibu Outing at 91 and Turns Heads in a Bold Red Hat

At 91, Shirley MacLaine turned heads in Malibu with a bold red hat and Hollywood flair, proving she's still every bit the steel magnolia we know and love.

The ACM Awards Are Headed Back to Las Vegas in 2026 After Three Years in Texas

The ACM Awards are headed back to Las Vegas in 2026 after three years in Texas, promising a night of glitz, grit, and unforgettable country music moments.

Gwen Stefani Just Responded to the Blake Shelton Split Rumors Without Saying a Word

Gwen Stefani just shut down split rumors with Blake Shelton in the most Gwen way possible. A sweet PDA photo that said everything without a single word.

Gavin Adcock Slams Zach Bryan Over That Comment About Singers Who Don’t Write Their Songs

Gavin Adcock throws shade at Zach Bryan over his AI songwriting comments, sparking backlash from fans who think the feud feels more petty than powerful.

Is Dolly Parton Okay After Skipped Events and Canceled Appearances?

Dolly Parton addresses health rumors after skipping events and canceling appearances, assuring fans she is OK, healing at home, and not done working anytime soon.

Kellie Pickler Just Won a Legal Fight Against Her In-Laws Over Her Late Husband’s Property

Kellie Pickler wins in Tennessee court as a judge voids her in-laws’ subpoena over late husband Kyle Jacobs’ property for improper paperwork and process.

Johnny Cash’s Estate Sues Coca-Cola Over Ad They Say Used His Voice Without Consent

Johnny Cash's estate sues Coca-Cola in Tennessee over a college football ad that sounded like his voice, citing the new ELVIS Act and unauthorized use claims.

Jelly Roll Returned to the Jail Where He Once Served Time and Brought 300 Thanksgiving Meals

Jelly Roll returned to the Nashville jail where he once served time, delivering 300 Thanksgiving meals to inmates and staff and turning his past into purpose.

Bindi and Terri Irwin’s Messages to Robert After His ‘DWTS’ Win Will Hit You Right in the Heart

Bindi and Terri Irwin's messages to Robert after his DWTS win hit hard with pride, gratitude, and a nod to Steve. Two mirrorballs now at Australia Zoo for good.