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.
Carena Liptak
Eric Church Didn’t Totally Realize He Was Making a Triple Album
Church says the idea for a triple album emerged as a result of the long -- and incredibly productive -- writing retreat during which he crafted its songs.
Jimmie Rodgers, ‘Honeycomb’ Singer, Has Died at 87
He died of kidney disease, and had also been diagnosed with COVID-19.
Country Singer-Songwriter Hugh X. Lewis Dead at 90
The Nashville mainstay wrote songs for honky-tonk star Stonewall Jackson, Kitty Wells, Charley Pride and more.
Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley to Co-Host Grand Ole Opry’s 95th Anniversary TV Special
Two of the Opry's most beloved members are hosting this big night!
Elvis Presley’s Graceland Now Offering Guided, Virtual Live Tours
You can now visit The King from the comfort of your own home.
Lee Brice, Jake Owen + More Will Take the Virtual Stage for Island Time Music Festival
LoCash, Runaway June, Vince Gill and many more will also join the lineup.
Willie Nelson Will Be the Keynote Speaker at SXSW’s 2021 Online Event
SXSW will go virtual this year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Concerts Could Return by Fall 2021 ‘If Everything Goes Right’ With Vaccine Rollout
Dr. Anthony Fauci offered up a heartening potential timeline at a recent virtual conference organized by the Association of Performing Arts Professionals.
Carrie Underwood Says Making Her Gospel Record Was a ‘Bucket List’ Project
"With everything I do, I just want to be positive," Underwood explains.
Kelsea Ballerini’s Plans for 2021: Focusing on Mental, Emotional and Physical Health
Like a lot of the rest of us, Kelsea admits that her mental and physical health took a backseat during 2020.
Loretta Lynn Remembers Her Husband on Their 73rd Anniversary: ‘I Miss You, Doo’
The country legend reflected on her marriage to her late husband on their anniversary.
Florida Georgia Line’s Brian Kelley Says Solo Music Has Been a ‘Creative Rebirth’
But don't worry -- that doesn't mean the band is breaking up!