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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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Rodney Atkins' "He's Mine" sings about the unconditional love between a father and son, which he said to be “one of the edgiest things I've ever cut.”

Here Is Everything You Need To Know About Kenny Chesney

Kenny Chesney has built one of the most successful country music careers of his time. Get to know more about one of the genre’s top hitmaker.

Rodney Atkins Songs Offer An Endless Array Of Creativity

Indeed, we’re lucky to enjoy an unending array of creativity from Rodney Atkins songs. After all, he has always delivered heartfelt lyrics.

Jason Colacino and Katie Boyle In Their Remarkable Performance

The video shows a pair dancing to the tune of “Honky Tonk Women” by Travis Tritt. They are Jason Colacino and Katie Boyle. Unfortunately, Jason died in 2009.

“The Worst Country Song Of All Time” Is Full of Sarcastic Fun

Brantley Gilbert, Toby Keith, and Hardy joined forces for “The Worst Country Song of All Time,” which will surely find you stomping your boots.

Kenny Chesney’s “Get Along” is the Perfect Campfire Song

Not everyone might share the same views, experiences, or stories but Kenny Chesney’s “Get Along” shows that we’re all similar after all.

Kenny Chesney’s “No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems” Paints the Perfect Vacation

Ever had that busy moment at work, yet you end up daydreaming of the beach? Kenny Chesney's "No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems" knows better.

Kenny Chesney’s “American Kids” is a True Anthem of American Youth

“American Kids” is Kenny Chesney’s 2014 single. The lively, feel-good song topped the country chart and has been a great line dance tune.

Kenny Chesney’s “There Goes My Life” and the Story of a Young Father

Kenny Chesney's "There Goes My Life" sings about the responsibilities of fatherhood from the perspective of a frightened young man.

Reassurance in Kenny Chesney’s “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright”

Things might be tough right now, but you’ll find comfort in Kenny Chesney’s “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright” as it sings about life’s ups and downs.

The Secret to Living Life from Kenny Chesney’s “Don’t Blink”

A chart-topper in 2007, the message conveyed in Kenney Chesney's “Don’t Blink” is the wisdom our current generation badly needs.

Meet Thomas Rhett’s Family: Everyone You Need To Know

As a son of award-winning country music artist, Thomas Rhett’s family has been in the spotlight since he was young. Let’s get to know more about them.

Talk about Love and Pain in Sam Hunt’s “Break Up In A Small Town”

Sam Hunt's "Break Up In A Small Town" sings about what it’s like moving on from a breakup when your former lover keeps on showing up.

Epitome of Country Song: Sam Hunt’s “Body Like A Back Road”

Make sure to listen to Sam Hunt's "Body Like A Back Road." Its endearing, sexy beat has captivated listeners and won him a legion of new followers.

15 Top Kenny Chesney Songs Over 25 Years of Country Music

It’s almost impossible to rate Kenny Chesney songs from best to least favorite since every single might hit differently. But we’re giving it a shot!

Why Perfect Timing Prevails in Sam Hunt’s “Take your Time”

Rather than blending his sentimental ballad with a romantic storyline, Sam Hunt's "Take your Time" takes a fearless stand against domestic violence.

15 Sam Hunt Songs You Need To Hear Right Now

Here are our favorite Sam Hunt songs, which have fused country with modern R&B to positively change the sound of the country mainstream.

Sam Hunt and wife Hannah Lee Fowler Story Took Over A Decade

The longtime relationship of Sam Hunt and wife Hannah Fowler, through the ups and downs, has inspired many of the country singer’s songs.

15 Country Mother Son Dance Songs To Warm Your Heart

We’ve made a playlist of country mother son dance songs – from songs of gratitude and love to assuring and comforting ones, we got you covered!

Thomas Rhett’s “Die A Happy Man” Is a Song by a Husband for His Wife

Thomas Rhett’s “Die A Happy Man” describes how genuine happiness is. The singer co-wrote the song for his wife, who he's known since first grade.

How Life Would Have Been if He Hadn’t Met His Wife – Thomas Rhett’s “Marry Me”

Thomas Rhett’s “Marry Me” is one of the most romantically crafted tracks with a painful twist as it chronicles a man’s what-might-have-been romance.

The Dark Story Behind the Dueling Banjos Scene in “Deliverance”

You’ll surely find yourself stomping your feet listening to Dueling Banjos. It was featured in one of the most iconic scenes of the film Deliverance.

Thomas Rhett and Dad Rhett Akins sing together “That Ain’t My Truck”

Thomas Rhett and dad Rhett Akins' That Ain't My Truck is not only the best father and son moment but also a powerhouse country singer duet.

Thomas Rhett’s “Life Changes”: The Sounds to His Life’s Journey

Thomas Rhett's "Life Changes" sings about the surprising changes in his life journey – from a university student to a country music superstar.

15 Country Father Daughter Dance Songs To Dance Your Hearts Away

These country father daughter dance songs are staple tunes during weddings. Here’s a playlist that perfectly captures such unconditional love.

Thomas Rhett Songs That Capture The Hearts of Country Fans

With his heartwarming voice, it was quick for Thomas Rhett songs to win the hearts of country fans everywhere, making a name for himself.

Creating a Nostalgic Hit – How “Unforgettable” by Thomas Rhett Brings Back Memories

Ever have that one memory that you remember to the last detail? “Unforgettable” by Thomas Rhett brings back those memories in this nostalgic tune.

Love from One Generation to Another – How Thomas Rhett’s “It Goes Like This” Turned Into the Perfect Serenade

Thomas Rhett's "It Goes Like This" became his first-ever No.1 single as an artist, and it was penned by no other than his country superstar father.

Love and Addiction – The Painful Story Behind Thomas Rhett’s “Craving You”

Get ready to put Thomas Rhett’s “Craving You” on repeat as it’ll get your heart pumping for that all-consuming desire in a relationship.

Who is Oliver Lynn? Meet Loretta Lynn’s Other Half

Oliver Lynn married country legend Loretta Lynn when she was just 15. The two stayed together up until he died in 1996. Learn more about him here.