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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Randy Travis Relives Happy Memories, Not Just Challenges, in New Book
In his new memoir, Travis chronicles his life's daunting challenges, but relives happy memories, like his Grand Ole Opry induction, too.
Story Behind the Song: Rodney Atkins, ‘Caught Up in the Country’
"It's that thing of, some people go to church and think about fishing, and some people go fishing and think about God ..."
Hank Williams Jr. Seeks Fans’ Help in Finding His Grandfather’s Missing Gun
The country star is offering a reward for the return of his grandfather's lost shotgun, which he believes is located somewhere near Cullman, Ala.
Toby Keith Joins ‘The Voice’ Finalist Dexter Roberts for ‘That’s Country Bro’ on Finale [W…
If Roberts can make it through every country legend name-checked in this song, he just might have what it takes to win it all...
Miranda Lambert’s ‘The House That Built Me’ Was Almost Cut by Blake Shelton
Even though Lambert didn't write the song, it's pretty much her exact life story -- so Shelton knew he had to let her cut it.
Jon Pardi + ‘American Idol’ Finalist Laine Hardy Rock Out to ‘Night Shift’ + More [WATCH]
Pardi was one of a number of country stars to show up for the 'American Idol' season finale on Sunday night (May 19).
Dan + Shay, Madison VanDenburg Share the Stage for ‘Idol’ Finale Medley [WATCH]
Their harmonies were PERFECT!
Carrie Underwood Returns to ‘American Idol’ for ‘Southbound’ Performance [WATCH]
It was a homecoming of sorts for Underwood ...
Travis Tritt ‘Saddened Beyond Belief’ After Tour Bus Involved in Fatal Crash
Thankfully, no one on Tritt's bus was harmed in the wreck, but the scary accident killed two people.
Luke Combs Calls New Song ‘One Too Many’ His ‘’90s Country Drinking Song’ [WATCH]
It's the first taste of yet ANOTHER new song!
Blake Shelton Back as ‘The Voice’ Season 17 Coach
The country star will return to coach Season 17, along with Kelly Clarkson, John Legend and Adam Levine.
Aaron Watson Expands His Summer 2019 Red Bandana Tour
He's headed out on the road in June!