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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

Mickey Gilley’s Songs: The Best Songs By Our Favorite Urban Cowboy

Today, we’re going to look back at some of the best of Mickey Gilley’s songs ever since his illustrious country music career started in the late 1950s.

Here Are 10 Rodney Crowell Songs That Should Be on Your Playlist

Guess we can all agree that Rodney Crowell songs are some of the bests in country music, proving how talented this country star is in multiple ways.

Country Coffeehouse Playlist: 76 Country Songs to Chill Out

The soothing and melodious sounds of this country coffeehouse playlist are just enough to make you feel relaxed and help you keep going.

Blake Shelton’s Weight Loss Plan for His Wedding

Blake Shelton's weight loss plans were revealed. He talked about how he wanted to lose a double-digit amount before walking down the aisle with Gwen Stefani.

Here Are Some Tips On How To Open A Can Without A Can Opener

Guess we all wondered how to open a can without a can opener at some point in our lives. Well, we explored the different ways to do so.

Harry Connick Jr. and Jill Goodacre Are Still Madly In Love! Here’s Their Story

After two years of being engaged, Harry Connick Jr. and Jill Goodacre tied the knot in 1994. They exchanged vows at the incredible St. Louis Cathedral.

Taylor Cole: Check Out These Things You Might Not Know About The Hallmark Star

Guess there’s no fan of Hallmark Channel original movies who couldn’t recognize Taylor Cole. After all, she’s appeared on more than ten made-for-TV films.

Jillie Mack: 10 Interesting Facts About Tom Selleck’s Spouse

Tom Selleck met Jillie Mack at the stage production of Cats on the West End, where she played Rumpleteazer. Here’s everything you need to know about her.

10 Country Songs About Mothers, The Most Especial Woman In Our Lives

While there are different ways to show our love and gratitude, these country songs about mothers are still the best ways to honor them.

Meet These 15 New Country Artists To Watch Out For This 2021

Here are all the new country artists you should be listening to today – from country royalty Walker Montgomery to a powerhouse country band Restless Road.

Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood Cancelled Everything, Quarantining After COVID-19 Exposure

Country power couple Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood canceled all their commitments after someone from their team tested positive for the virus.

Remembering The Country Stars We Lost in 2020

The year 2020 is filled with painful losses, and the world of country music was no exception. Nashville also lost some of our beloved country icons.

10 America Songs You Should Be Listening Right Now

Here’s a list of the best America songs. It’s the best choice if you’re looking for something to pay tribute to our troops or just admire the American life.

80s Country Songs: A List of the Best Ones

Any fans of honky-tonk out there will stand one’s ground that the ‘80s was one of the genre’s greatest decades. Here are the 80s country songs to prove it.

These Home Free Songs Give Shivers Up Our Spine

Home Free songs never stopped impressing us since they won The Sing-Off in 2013. They’ve released covers of the most cherished hits as well as original music.

Which Among Your Favorite Classics Get The Most Jukebox Plays?

Many things have already changed in the world of music; however, one source of music remains – the jukebox. We have here some of the most played jukebox songs.

Brett Young Reveals a Sneak Peek of His Summer 2021 Plans

2021 is coming and Brett Young already called shotgun to bring a new beam of sunshine for every one of us to enjoy through his four-day post-quarantine getaway bound in Palm Springs, California which he calls "Caliville Weekend."

2021 Gives Way to Carrie Underwood’s 1st Gospel Album, “My Savior”

Carrie Underwood had the best Christmas gift for all of us when she announced that she will be releasing a new album in 2021 titled "My Savior."

How Country Artists Responded to Nashville Bombing at Christmas Morn’

On a day that only comes once a year where people can temporarily drop all their pain and problems turned out to be horrific for Nashville as it's one of the victims of the handful of cities that were crushed by violence when a bomb exploded downtown on Christmas day.

Bluegrass World Mourns the Loss of Tony Rice

The International Bluegrass Music Association confirmed Saturday, December 26, that Bluegrass Legend Tony Rice died at the age of 69. There were no further statements that were released on the official cause of death of Rice. Ricky Skaggs wrote on behalf of Rice's family that his death occurred sometime on Christmas morning while having his coffee.

How Carly Pearce Enjoys Her Christmas Despite a Tough Year

This season of peace, free-living, and joy is something artists all over the world like Carly Pearce could only dream of.

Our Dame K.T. Oslin Will Be Sorely Missed

Singer-songwriter K.T. Oslin has passed away at the age of 78. After fighting Parkinson's disease and recently was infected by the Covid-19 virus which was rumored as the main cause of her death, Oslin was announced dead Monday morning, December 21. The official cause of her death has not yet been announced.

Randy Owen to Co-Chair the 2022 World Games

The legendary lead singer of Alabama, Randy Owen will co-chair the 2022 World Games that will be held in his home state. Owen is honored to join his fellow Alabamians Charles Barkley, Dr. Henry Panion, and those names that are still to be announced soon.

Gabby Barett’s “I Hope” Now a Mega Hit

As the year nears its conclusion, Gabby Barrett had her ultimate hit "I Hope" break history! The mega-hit song introduced the young and upcoming country artists Gabby Barrett. Now, it is the longest number 1 song on the Billboard Hot Country Charts as she has now reigned 20 straight weeks. This was also the first time that a female artist was able to do such an accomplishment.

Dolly Parton Salutes Women Songwriters at the 2020 Billboard Women in Music Event

Honored for her prowess in terms of songwriting on Billboard 2020 Women in Music event just this December 10, Dolly Parton did something that most awardees wouldn't. She used her spotlight to give a shout-out to other women aspiring to be just like her.

Taylor Swift Drops “Evermore,” Sister Album to “Folklore”

This Thursday, Taylor Swift surprised all of us with her announcement that she will be dropping her ninth full studio album, "Evermore."