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
Bunnie Xo Fires Back After Tenn. Middle School Denies Suspending a Girl
The school district says the suspension never happened -- but Bunnie Xo isn't backing down.
Blake Shelton + Gwen Stefani’s Garden is Almost in Full Bloom [Watch]
Take a tour of Stefani and Shelton's springtime blossoms, including their real-life 'Purple Irises'.
The Jonas Brothers Sing a Garth Brooks Classic at RodeoHouston [Watch]
The pop megastars went country -- cowboy hats and all -- during their record-setting performance at the Houston Rodeo.
Reba McEntire Fakes a Call to Keith Urban on ‘The Voice’ [Watch]
McEntire's got friends in high places, and she tried to use them to woo a talented young contestant over to her team.
The Hilarious Story Behind Jelly Roll’s Misspelled Neck Tattoo [Watch]
Jelly Roll reveals the hilarious stories behind some of his worst tattoos.
Jelly Roll, Keith Urban + Lainey Wilson Lead 2024 CMA Fest Lineup
CMA Fest is returning to downtown Nashville in June.
Remembering the Country Stars Who Have Died in 2024
2024 brought the deaths of several artists and beloved members of the country music genre.
Trailblazers: 25 Modern Female Artists Changing Country Music
These women are kicking down doors, fighting for equal representation and broadening the path for the female country acts who come after them.
Watch Chapel Hart’s Rafter-Raising Birthday Tribute to Carrie Underwood
The trio saluted Underwood's birthday with an incredible performance.
Five Big Stars Tie for Most-Nominated at the 2024 CMT Awards — See the Full List
Four heavyweights and one fast-rising newcomer were at the top of the list when nominations for the 2024 CMT Music Awards were announced.