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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Brett Young and Boyz II Men Jam Out With ‘Motownphilly’ on CMT ‘Crossroads’ [WATCH]
The episode airs in full later in March, but you can get a sneak peek now!
Willie Nelson’s Outlaw Music Festival Unveils 2019 Lineup
Will you be going?
Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson Wrote ‘Good Hearted Woman’ During a Poker Game
Most of Nelson's poker opponents walk away with no money left after a game -- but one lucky player walked away with a hit song.
Chris Janson Hesitated to Release ‘Drunk Girl’, But Knew Its Message Was Important
"I wrote it, and felt compelled to do it, because I'm a father ..."
Jimmie Allen Used Disney World to Teach His Son an Important Lesson About Money
"I got into Dad Mode and had to break things down for him ..."
Jon Pardi Debuts ‘Tequila Little Time With You,’ Shares Details on Third Album at CRS 2019…
"I want tequila little time with you / A little salt and a lime will do ..."
Russell Dickerson Excited to Be an ‘Asset’ on Thomas Rhett’s Very Hot Summer Tour
"I couldn't bring that to the table the last time around with him. I didn't have a single on radio ..."
Russell Dickerson Admits He’s Not Quite Used to Being Famous Yet
"Oh, jeez! It's so awkward to even talk about ..."
Florida Georgia Line: Dan + Shay Bring Camaraderie, Not Competition, to 2019 Tour
"We actually welcome the challenge and the competition of someone who can push us a little bit."
Chris Janson: ‘Good Vibes’ Is ‘a Reminder to Myself’ to Stay Positive and Grateful
One important piece of inspiration was a gift from his wife.
Brothers Osborne Bring Lee Ann Womack Onstage at the Ryman for ‘Loving Me Back’ [WATCH]
What an epic way to end a a Ryman run!
Keith Urban Debuts Brand-New Song, ‘We Were,’ at CRS 2019 [WATCH]
Even with technical difficulties, this performance had so much heart!