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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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.
Dierks Bentley ‘Can’t Imagine His Life’ Without the Song ‘Burning Man’
The singer admits he didn't always feel that way, though.
Lady Antebellum Return for Second Run of ‘Our Kind of Vegas’ Residency Shows
The country trio previewed new material for the audience and highlighted songwriter Dave Barnes during their first weekend back in Vegas.
Keith Urban Looks Back on Young Love in New Single, ‘We Were’ [LISTEN]
"We were leather jackets hangin' onto a Harley, two heartbeats in the moonlight ..."
Florida Georgia Line’s Tyler Hubbard Inherited ‘a Healthy Dose of Stubbornness’ From His M…
The duo's BK shares what he got from his mama, too.
Jay DeMarcus’ Mom Gave Up a Record Deal to Be a Wife and Mother
"I can't imagine in a million years having something in front of you that you've dreamed of your whole life, and going, 'No, I don't think so ...'"
Kelsea Ballerini May Be a Grand Ole Opry Member, But She Still Doesn’t Feel Famous
In fact, the country star explains, she hopes she never gets used to the magic of being onstage.
Dierks Bentley’s Daughter Jordan Inspired a Song With a Shockingly Wise Comment
The singer tries to teach his kids to be present and live in the moment -- but sometimes, he says, they wind up teaching him just as much.
All About Mom: How Country Stars Celebrate Mother’s Day
They got it from their mamas!
Kelsea Ballerini Was ‘Really Nervous’ About Her Jump to Arena Touring
However, a lot of those nerves went away after the first night sold out.
After ‘Living’, Dierks Bentley Might Have to Make a Music Video With Each of His Kids
"Of course, all the rest of my kids are waiting for their video now ... so I've put myself in a little bit of a conundrum here."
Tim McGraw Celebrates ‘Songs of America’ With 7-Stop Book Tour
Are they coming to a city near you?