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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What Is Country Music? The Good Old Traditional Sound, Says Scotty McCreery
McCreery explains what country music means to him.
Dolly Parton is Stashing Away Music to Be Released After Her Death
"I'm one of those people that believe in being prepared..."
The Numbers Prove It: Garth Brooks Was the Top Touring Country Artist of 2019
Brooks clocks in at No. 24 overall!
Virginia Farmer Celebrates the Holidays With Giant Willie Nelson Hay Bale Sculpture
The community of Huddleston, Va. is celebrating the holidays with a 15-foot-high sculpture of Willie Nelson, thanks to a local farmer.
Jenny Tolman’s ‘Cowboy for Christmas’ + 7 More New Holiday Tunes
Will you be putting these tunes on your holiday playlist?
Joe Diffie Throws Back to His ’90s Roots With Limited-Edition Vinyl, ‘Joe, Joe, Joe Diffie…
The country artist discusses his brand-new, limited-edition vinyl, 'Joe, Joe, Joe Diffie!'
George Strait Salutes Police Officers in New Ballad, ‘The Weight of the Badge’ [LISTEN]
"He swore that oath to protect and serve / Puts his heart and soul into both those words ..."
Story Behind the Song: Suzy Bogguss, ‘Aces’
"Early on, I used to try to explain what it meant to me, but ..."
Granger Smith’s Wife, Amber, Speaks Out on Water Safety After Son River’s Drowning
"Even with preparation, the unthinkable can happen," Amber Smith reminds fans.
Zac Brown Band Pay Tribute to the Military With Their Spirited New ‘Warrior’ [LISTEN]
ZBB have paid tribute to the military before -- but never quite like this.