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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These Are the 16 Songs Thomas Rhett Name-Checks in ‘What’s Your Country Song’
Did ya catch 'em all?
Chris Stapleton Has No Regrets About His Pro-Black Lives Matter Comments
Despite facing some backlash, Stapleton's not backing down from his comments about systemic racism in America.
Gary LeVox’s ‘Christmas Will Be Different This Year’ Is a Forlorn Holiday Song for 2020 [L…
Gary LeVox's new solo song is a tender, reflective holiday ballad.
‘Playboy’ Magazine Would Gladly Have Dolly Parton Back for a 75th Birthday Shoot
The singer has said she'd like to pose for her 75th birthday in January...and 'Playboy' would be glad to have her.
Eric Church’s Long-Awaited CMA Entertainer of the Year Win Comes Amid a ‘Year of Losses’
Still, the singer says he saw reason to be hopeful for the future of country music -- and the world -- after attending the awards show.
Maren Morris Explains Her 2020 CMA Awards Shoutouts to Mickey Guyton + Other Black Female …
When she stood up to accept her Female Vocalist trophy, Morris couldn't help but think of all the female artists who've inspired her.
Country Music Association Responds to Concern About COVID-19 Safety Protocols at 2020 CMA …
The CMA explained their COVID-19 safety protocols after questions arose.
Lady A’s Charles Kelley Filling in for Lee Brice During 2020 CMA Awards Duet With Carly Pe…
Pearce will perform her hit duet, "I Hope You're Happy Now," with Kelley instead of Brice, who's sitting out the 2020 CMAs after testing positive for COVID-19.
Miranda Lambert, Collin Raye Offer Powerful Harmonies on ‘Scars,’ Title Track of His New A…
This song is one that Lambert has known and loved for more than a decade.
CMA Nominee Carly Pearce: ‘I Wanna Go Down in Country Music History’
Carly Pearce explains her life-long love of country music and what she hopes to accomplish within the genre.
Ben Rector’s ‘The Thanksgiving Song’ Gives an Often-Overshadowed Holiday Its Musical Due
In a sea of Christmas music, Ben Rector's giving Turkey Day its moment in the spotlight.
Watch Willie Nelson, Tanya Tucker + More Play Jerry Lee Lewis’ Virtual 85th Birthday Bash
Happy birthday to "The Killer"!