Carena Liptak is a writer and editor based in New York. She is a fan of strong coffee, big dogs and great country music.
Carena Liptak
The Saddest Country Songs of the 1960s, Ranked
These sad country songs are stone-cold classics.
Why Was Beyoncé Shut Out at the 2024 CMA Awards?
There are always snubs and surprises at an awards show, but this 2024 CMAs omission looms particularly large.
Jason Aldean’s Son Memphis Was Unimpressed by His Sold-Out Show [Watch]
Who cares about bright lights or screaming fans when you've got a good book?
Could Rascal Flatts Finally Be Planning Their Reunion?
Some fans think that the country trio are finally putting their long-awaited farewell tour on the books.
Producer Mark Moffatt, Who Championed a Young Keith Urban, Dead at 74
An award-winning producer and guitarist, Moffat was known for championing the careers of his fellow Australian artists.
‘American Idol’ Champ Laine Hardy is Getting Married, Expecting a Baby
Congratulations to Hardy and his soon-to-be-bride, who is an NFL cheerleader for the New Orleans Saints.
Country Music’s 30 Angriest Songs Ever, Ranked
Put your dukes up! Here are the 30 angriest country songs of all time.
Jelly Roll FaceTimed His Wife Immediately After What She Did at His Show [Watch]
Even in an arena full of fans, Jelly Roll only has eyes for his wife when he's performing.
Blake Shelton Renews His Friends & Heroes Tour for 2025
Blake Shelton and all his "Friends & Heroes" are ready to hit the road again.
Billboard’s Song of the Summer Is Country for the Second Year Running
Not only is country at the top of the Songs of the Summer chart for the second year in a row, but the same artist hit No. 1 both times.
Riley Green + Ella Langley Share a Second Unreleased Duet [Watch]
"Don't Mind If I Do" is another traditional-leaning story song from Green and Langley.
Rory Feek Refutes Claims His Daughter Indy Is Unsafe, Heidi Feek Responds
Feek says 10-year-old Indiana has "never been more loved or better cared for than she is right now."