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
What Happened to Garth Brooks’ Movie About Chris Gaines?
The elaborate backstory that Brooks created for his fictional alter-ego was supposed to lead to a movie called 'The Lamb' ... but that movie was never made.
Trisha Yearwood’s ‘Every Girl’ Track List Includes Some All-Star Duets
It includes duets with Garth Brooks, Kelly Clarkson, and oh yeah -- lots more!
Granger Smith on Son River’s Drowning: ‘The Whole Thing Took Roughly 30 Seconds’
"I was 15 feet from the gate, which is something that will haunt me the rest of my life ..."
Report: Loretta Lynn, Patsy Cline Recordings Among Those Lost in 2008 Universal Studios Ho…
In 2008, a massive fire broke out in a Universal Studios backlot in Hollywood, Calif. At the time, the resulting damage was said to be relatively minor, but, a new report from 'The New York Times' reveals that the fire's destruction was much more catastrophic than nearly anyone knew a…
Eric Church Deliberately Pushed Rascal Flatts’ Buttons During 2006 Tour
Yep, Rascal Flatts fired Church as their opening act in 2006 -- and their decision actually makes a lot of sense.
Randy Travis Has an Impressive Track Record of Predicting ‘American Idol’ Finalists
The country icon's secret is to listen for a good vocal and a good lyric -- and even if the music isn't traditional country, he can still appreciate it.
Interview: Randy Travis’ Musical Community Is Playing a ‘Very Powerful’ Role in His Stroke…
"We have chosen to move back to Nashville for that reason, so that we can be closer to the music, and to the heart of what made this man one of the greatest of all time," explains Travis' wife Mary.
WE Fest 2019 Announces Single-Day Lineups, Set Times
Will y'all be there?
Randy Travis Still Making Progress ‘Each Day’ After 2013 Stroke
The country superstar continues to make strides toward recovery every day, he and his wife Mary explain in an interview.
Top 10 Earl Thomas Conley Songs
Which one's your favorite?