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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

Let’s Shout Out Our Ex with Mickey Guyton’s Heartbreak Song

Mickey Guyton’s Heartbreak Song is not your usual dreary, tragic end-of-the-love song. It’s actually breaking the regular heartbreak story composition.

Country Songs About Going To Jail or Prison That Have To Be True Gems

Country songs about going to jail or prison have a rich history in the genre – whether it’s about someone going to jail or breaking out of them.

Waylon Jennings and wife Jessi Colter: The Outlaw Couple

The love story of Waylon Jennings and wife Jessi Colter is one of the greatest in country music. Let’s revisit the start of a decade-long marriage.

Blake Shelton Songs That Have Been Charming Fans Through The Years

Here’s a playlist of Blake Shelton songs that could be flirty and convincing one minute and as much conviction as his relationship with God the next.

Miranda Lambert and Husband Brendan McLoughlin’s Whirlwind Romance

The whirlwind romance of Miranda Lambert and husband Brendan McLoughlin definitely surprised everyone. Here’s a timeline of their relationship.

Norma Strait: Facts You Need to Know About George Strait’s Spouse

George Strait and Norma Strait have been together for almost 50 years already. Here are some facts about the King of Country Music’s wife.

With “Fishin’ In The Dark,” Your Night Will Be Memorable

Nitty Gritty Dirt Band's "Fishin' In The Dark" illustrates a lovely image of spending the night at a river where memories will surely be created.

American Dream by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band As Among the Best Californian Soft-Rock Songs of Its Time

American Dream by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band placed the band in the spotlight and helped them return to the pop radio. Get the story behind the song here.

Mary Davis: Meet Randy Travis’ Spouse Who Stood By In Sickness and In Health

Randy Travis surprised everyone when he secretly married Mary Davis. Get to know the woman who stood by her side through a long list of woes.

Meet Mason Ramsey: The 2018 Viral Yodel Boy At Walmart

Mason Ramsey or more popularly known as ‘Yodel Boy’ or ‘Lil’ Hank,’ had taken social media by storm after a video of him yodeling. Where is he now?

Kris Kristofferson and Other Artists Praise God Wonderfully with “Why Me Lord”

Several country singers come together to sing the gospel song “Why Me Lord” at an all-star tribute for the one and only Kris Kristofferson.

George Strait’s Son Is A Talented Rodeo Cowboy and Songwriter

George Strait’s son, Bubba Strait, defines “Like father, like son” really well. Learn more about him and the passion he shares with his father.

Catch More About Blake Shelton With These Surprising Facts

Undeniably, Blake Shelton is one of the best and most popular artists in country music today! Here are some things you should know about him.

George Strait Songs That Made A Permanent Mark On Country Music

The country music is surely blessed with George Strait songs where his warm baritone and easygoing, conversational singing style shines through.

Luke Bryan and Wife Caroline Boyer: From Ups and Down to Forever

Luke Bryan and Wife Caroline Boyer are considered one of country music’s couple royalties. Here’s a quick look back at their two-decade relationship.

Hank Williams Jr. Records Life’s Diversity on Dinosaur

Hank Williams Jr.'s Dinosaur is one of his best hits which classic lyrics show the current’s musical and politically fastidious situation.

Life Filled With Challenges on A Country Boy Can Survive

A Country Boy Can Survive by Hank Williams Jr. became his signature song. It depicts the American lifestyle and praises the aptitude of ‘country boys.’

Honoring Family Tradition and Defining Who You Are

Hank Williams Jr.'s Family Tradition combined sounds that most of his tracks sound like all these years. It is more or less a rebellion song.

15 Hank Williams Jr. Songs That Show Why He Stands As A Musical Legend

There are things you’ll find among Hank Williams Jr. songs: remarkable lyrics, hard-hitting guitar riffs, and the ability to stand the test of time.

A Tribute to The Fallen Soldiers: 50,000 Names by George Jones

In 1999, Jamie O'Hara wrote a song later recorded by George Jones called “50,000 Names Carved In The Wall.” The wall mentions and honors the United States service men of the Armed Forces who fought and died in the Vietnam War. 

George Strait Was A Real Country Hero In His Performance of “I Cross My Heart”

George Strait's “I Cross My Heart” truly stood out as one of the most treasured and memorable hits ever recorded by the living legend.

Before George Strait, Meet the Man Behind “Amarillo By Morning”

"Amarillo By Morning" was originally recorded by Terry Stafford. He co-wrote the song with Paul Fraser and released it in 1973.

Surprisingly, George Strait’s “Amarillo By Morning” Was Inspired By Commercial’s Tagline

“Amarillo By Morning,” the song that changed the course of country music history and the story of the King of Country Music, George Strait.

Inside Luke Combs and Wife Nicole Hocking Fairytale Love Story

Luke Combs and wife Nicole Hocking just got hitched last August 2020, but did you know their love story started way before the singer’s fame and success?

Maren Morris And Husband Ryan Hurd: From Friends to Lovers

Maren Morris and husband Ryan Hurd’s love story may be your typical friends to lovers, but it has its own charms that you should know.

Everything You Need To know about Kane Brown

A biracial artist with a genre-bending style to country music, Kane Brown has indeed improved the quality of the modern country.

The Call of Duties’ Sacrifice on Kane Brown’s “Homesick”

Entitled "Homecoming," Kane Brown's song reunites military family members. It is a tear-jerking performance that will move you to tears.

15 Kane Brown Songs Featuring His Voice That Could Soothe Your Soul

With his insanely sensual voice, Kane Brown songs are becoming instant American country classics, even helping shift the sound of modern country.

Maren Morris’ “My Church” Is Out To Steal Every Country Fans’ Heart

When Maren Morris' "My Church" was released as the single from her debut studio album, her career took off at a surprising peak.

Maren Morris’ “The Bones” Is A Look At Love That’s Built To Last

Maren Morris' "The Bones" has made her a bona fide crossover star as it peaked at No. 12 on the Billboard Hot 100. Her biggest hit to date.