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
Willie Nelson on Kris Kristofferson’s Death: ‘I Hated to Lose Him’
'And then I am the only one left. And that's just not funny,' Nelson reflects.
Duck Dynasty: Willie + Korie Robertson Got a Grandbaby for Halloween
The 'Duck Dynasty' family are celebrating their newest little 'boo.'
The 2000s vs the 2010s: Which Decade Had Sadder Country Songs?
Sad country music changed a LOT between the 2000s and the 2010s.
11 Heartbreaking Country Songs About Cancer
Cancer has touched so many lives in the country music community.
Garth Brooks Says He Might Buy a House in Ireland
Brooks says he and Yearwood are thinking about putting down roots outside the U.S.
Scotty McCreery’s Son Got the Perfect Present on His 2nd Birthday [Watch]
Little Avery has been touring with his dad his whole life, so it's only fair that now he gets to join in on the musical fun.
Diane Ruiz’s Sons Share Messages for Her Murderer, Wade Wilson
On a new episode of Bunnie Xo's podcast, Brandon and Zane -- the two sons of murder victim Diane Ruiz -- share their message to her killer.
Chris Stapleton Reveals How He’s Voting This November (Kinda)
Chris Stapleton is quintessentially American, but that doesn't mean he's picking a side publicly.
Morgan Wallen Donates $500K of Musical Instruments to Schools
Wallen is giving back, one musical instrument at a time.
Reba McEntire Once Split a Gummy With Her Mom, Got Way Too High
'I swear, there was weeds and flowers growing out of my head,' Reba says.
Morgan Wallen Tops The Hot 100, Ends Shaboozey’s 15-Week Streak
Shaboozey was just one week away from tying Wallen's record.
This Terrifying Country Song Will Give You Chills [Listen]
The No. 1 song on Taste of Country's 30 Darkest Country Songs list is a stone-cold classic murder ballad.