Carena Liptak is a writer and editor based in New York. She is a fan of strong coffee, big dogs and great country music.
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10 Kelly Clarkson Covers That Prove She’s a Country Singer at Heart
Kelly Clarkson has never officially released a country album, but she's still country royalty in our eyes.
Charley Pride’s Son Says His Death Is Still ‘So Fresh,’ Three Years Later
It's hard to believe it's been three years since the world lost Charley Pride.
35 Songs That Prove Country and Rock ‘n’ Roll Go Hand in Hand
Ever since Elvis' very first Sun Studios recording sessions, artists have been finding ways to bring the country and rock genres together.
Confirmed: Morgan Wallen Is Opening a Nashville Bar
The rumors are true! A Morgan Wallen bar is coming soon.
Remember Beyoncé’s Surprise Performance at the CMA Awards?
The performance caught its fair share of controversy.
Blake Shelton + Gwen Stefani Bring ‘Purple Irises’ to ‘Kimmel’ for Valentine’s Day [Watch]
Plus, Stefani shows off her eye-popping Valentine's Day gift from Shelton.
Wendy Moten + Jim Lauderdale Come Together for Euphoric ‘Brand New Heart’ [Exclusive Premiere]
'The Voice' finalist Wendy Moten and Americana mainstay Jim Lauderdale are just two of the stars who make this Memphis Royal Brothers track great.
Could Beyoncé’s Country Album Include a Taylor Swift Duet?
Details on Beyoncé's upcoming country album are still pretty thin, but her producer Killah B says she plans to "shock the world."
The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson Has a Long-Lost Country Album Coming
The project, which features Beach Boys manager Fred Vail on lead vocals and an array of all-star guests, is finally getting a release date.
Blake Shelton + Gwen Stefani Debut ‘Purple Irises’ Live on Super Bowl Sunday [Watch]
Love was in the air for Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani as they took the stage on Super Bowl Sunday.
Miranda Lambert’s Next Duet Partner Is a Shocker: ‘Texas Meets Spain’
Lambert's next duet partner is a legendary Latin pop star who hails all the way from Madrid, Spain.
Dolly Parton Responds to Elle King’s Botched Opry Tribute [Watch]
Parton says she's hoping to 'forgive' and 'forget' after King's drunken flub at a tribute show.
Reba McEntire Dazzles With Super Bowl National Anthem Performance [Watch]
McEntire's rendition of the 'The Star-Spangled Banner' was classic, patriotic and timeless.
University of Oklahoma Honors Toby Keith With Red Solo Cups
Toby Keith was a die-hard Sooners fan, and now the university is honoring his memory.
Alan Jackson Reacts to Grandbaby No. 2: ‘Blessings Are Overflowing’
Jackson can't wait to welcome another grandbaby into the family this spring.
Miranda Lambert Will Spotlight Adoptable Pets at the Puppy Bowl [Watch]
Lambert is lending a helping 'paw' to shelter pets on Super Bowl Sunday.