Carena Liptak is a writer and editor in Nashville, Tenn. She is a fan of strong coffee and large-eared dogs. When not writing, she can be found chasin' that neon rainbow and livin' that honky-tonk dream.
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Priscilla Presley Speaks at Lisa Marie Presley’s Memorial: ‘Our Heart Is Broken’
More than a thousand mourners filed into Graceland for Presley's public memorial service.
Did Carly Pearce Just Admit to Bribing a Cop?
'I bet you weren't expecting that one,' Pearce said when she told the story of how it all went down.
Carrie Underwood Celebrates Son Jacob’s 4th Birthday: ‘My Sunshine’ [Photos]
Underwood shared a sweet throwback shot of the birthday boy -- and pics of his epic custom cake.
Why Dolly Parton’s New Duncan Hines Buttermilk Biscuits Remind Her of Her Mom
The singer is adding four new recipes to her Duncan Hines box mix line, and the new foods have a special connection to the star's childhood.
Hardy Bridges Genres With His ‘Meta,’ Self-Challenging New Album, ‘The Mockingbird & the Crow’
Hardy had his whole album finished -- and then one song came along and changed everything.
Dolly Parton Shares One of the ‘Greatest Thrills’ From the Studio as She Makes Her Rock Album
Parton's studio session with Creedence Clearwater Revival's John Fogerty was one she'll never forget.
Shania Twain Opens Up About Her Battle With COVID-19: ‘I Survived It, But It Was Iffy’
The singer's scary bout with COVID-19 even inspired a song.
Why Dolly Parton Keeps Saying No to ‘American Idol’ and ‘The Voice’ [Exclusive]
She gets asked to be a judge on televised singing competitions "all the time," Parton reveals.
Dolly Parton Is Celebrating Her Birthday With a New Song That Came to Her in a Dream [Listen]
'Don't Make Me Come Down There' has plenty of Parton's light-hearted wit -- but it's got a serious message.
The Top 30 Country Rap Songs of All Time, Ranked
"Old Town Road" is just the tip of the iceberg. Here are the most memorable 30 country rap songs, ever.
Bailey Zimmerman Had to Make One Small Change to Pursue His Country Career
One small change led to big leaps.
Willie Nelson Tributes Harlan Howard on New Album, ‘I Don’t Know a Thing About Love’
The first song, 'Busted,' is out now.
Top 5 Steve Earle Songs
No doubt -- Earle has written some truly iconic songs.
Kelly Clarkson Is Finally Ready to Drop Details on Her First Post-Divorce Album
Clarkson shares a few juicy details about her new album, which will be her first project since 2017.
Why Marie Osmond Has No Plans to Leave Her Kids an Inheritance
Instead, Osmond plans to spend her hard-earned cash, then leave the rest to charity.
Reba McEntire + Melissa Peterman Pick a Judds Hit for Karaoke Night in ‘The Hammer’ [Watch]
Even Rex Linn gets in on the fun of this 'Girls Night Out.'
Amy Grant Explains How Vince Gill Helped Her Recover From Her Bike Accident
Gill helped his wife see the positive side of things when she was at her lowest.
Jimmie Allen, Mickey Guyton + More Sign on for New Reality TV Show, ‘My Kind of Country’
The eight-episode series — which also features Kacey Musgraves — will launch March 24.
The Best 25 Debut Country Singles of All Time, Ranked
Here are 25 country stars who knocked it out of the park at country radio on their very first try.
‘American Idol’ Contestant CJ Harris Dead at 31
The country-rock singer, who once shared the Grand Ole Opry stage with Darius Rucker, died of an apparent heart attack.