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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Dolly Parton Remembers Songwriter Cynthia Weil: ‘I Owe Her Such a Debt of Gratitude’
Weil and Barry Mann penned 'Here You Come Again,' the song that led Parton's crossover revolution on the pop charts.
Maren Morris Joins Taylor Swift For a Surprise Onstage Duet in Chicago [Watch]
Swift and Morris performed 'You All Over Me,' a 'From the Vault' track off of Swift's 'Fearless (Taylor's Version).'
INTERVIEW: Brandy Clark Takes ‘A Bold Step’ on Brandi Carlile-Produced New Album
Clark explains how working with Carlile changed the way she writes songs — for good.
Kimberly Perry Suffered a Miscarriage Before Recording ‘If I Die Young Pt. 2′
"A few months after we recorded the song, I found out I was pregnant."
How Jelly Roll’s Past Felony Makes Touring Complicated
The singer explains how the felony conviction he incurred as a teen makes it difficult to plan an international tour.
Tanya Tucker, Tracy Lawrence + More Join 2023 CMA Fest Performers: See the Full Lineup
A huge roster of stars have joined the bill for the 2023 CMA Fest, which marks the festival's 50th anniversary.
Billy Ray Cyrus ‘So Proud’ as Fiancée Firerose Marks Seven Years Sober
Cyrus is celebrating his fiancée as she marks an important personal milestone.
Caitlyn Smith Pauses Tour After an ER Trip, Pregnancy Complications
She made the decision "with a heavy heart."
Lindsay Ell Speaks Out on Jimmie Allen Sexual Assault Allegations: ‘I Stand Behind Jane Doe’
She was shocked when she read the story.
Jason Aldean Is Making a Big Change on His Next Album
Aldean's next album will find the singer doing something he hasn't done in over a decade.
Breland Has a Song for the Vandal Who Broke Into His Truck [Picture]
Three years after Breland told everyone to keep their hands off his ride in 'My Truck,' there's still one vandal who hasn't learned their lesson.
Jewel’s Indy 500 National Anthem Performance Sparks Fierce Twitter Debate [Watch]
Jewel made "The Star-Spangled Banner Her Own" -- and some fans weren't happy about it.