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
Blake Shelton Wasn’t First Pick for Country ‘The Voice’ Coach — Reba McEntire Was
Can you imagine what 'The Voice' would be like if McEntire -- not Shelton -- was the country coach?
Brooks & Dunn’s First CMA Awards Win Was ‘a Dream Come True’ [WATCH]
It was the first of MANY years that Brooks & Dunn have won this trophy...
Kelly Clarkson Delivers Rockin’ Cover of Shania Twain’s ‘Any Man of Mine’ [WATCH]
Kelly Clarkson nailed her performance of Shania Twain's iconic hit -- and Twain thought so, too.
2019 Country Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: 5 Unforgettable Moments
The evening was filled with surprise performers, long friendships and iconic moments.
Keith Urban Unveils Upcoming Las Vegas Residency for 2020
Will you be seeing this superstar in Vegas next year?
Dolly Parton’s 2019 CMA Awards Performance Will Be Faith-Filled
"I'm gonna have a segment on the [show] where I'm doing a faith-based medley, using a choir, of course ..."
Dolly Parton Marks 50 Years at the Grand Ole Opry With Good Friends, Iconic Hits
Parton reflected on five decades at the Grand Ole Opry -- and performed her most iconic hits -- in a special celebration of her anniversary as a member.
Tanya Tucker Plans First-Ever Headlining Ryman Show for 2020
To be honest, we can't believe she's never headlined the Ryman before!
‘Will the Circle Be Unbroken': The History of Country Music’s Most Iconic Song
Learn how "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" came to be one of country music's most important and meaningful songs.
Reba McEntire is Co-Hosting the CMAs — But Will She Be Back to Host the 2020 ACMs?
The superstars upcoming role as cohost for the 2019 CMA Awards has some fans wondering if she'll return to her longstanding gig hosting the ACMs in 2020.