Carena Liptak

Carena Liptak is a writer and editor based in New York. She is a fan of strong coffee, big dogs and great country music.

Blake Shelton Thinks ‘The Road’ Will Do Something ‘The Voice’ Never Could

In almost 30 seasons, 'The Voice' has never produced a real star. Blake Shelton thinks 'The Road' will accomplish that goal in Season 1. Find out why.

Blake Shelton + Gwen Stefani’s Couples Costume Was Extremely On Brand [Video]

This real-life odd couple chose a Halloween couples costume that fit their personalities perfectly.

The 30 Darkest Songs in Country Music History, Ranked in Order

Lots of A-Listers have put out dark country music, but No. 1 on this list is a deep cut you might have never heard before.

Here Are 5 Country Stars Who Swear They’ve Seen a Ghost

Artists who've had a paranormal experience share their best stories.

Luke Bryan Unpacks ‘Misinformation’ About How His Sister Died

"I've never really explained what happened with my sister. I think some people ... wonder what happened and think we that we've tried to cover it up..."

Kane Brown is Unrecognizable in His Halloween-Themed Birthday Costume [Look]

Brown went all out for his Halloween costume this year.

9 Country Music Stereotypes That Just Ain’t True [Photos]

Nobody in country music smokes weed? Country music is full of songs about dogs? These country music stereotypes couldn't be further from the truth.

Cole Swindell Considered Quitting Music Before ‘Make Heaven Crowded’

'Make Heaven Crowded' taught him that he still has more to say -- but his career will look different moving forward.

Why Did Jelly Roll Argue With a Christian Artist Before the Dove Awards?

Forrest Frank said he won't attend awards shows because he doesn't want to accept industry recognition for his faith-based music. But Jelly Roll had questions about the rationale.

Jelly Roll Says There’s a ‘Revival’ of Faith Going On As He Accepts First Dove Awards

The country star won his first Dove Awards at this year's ceremony, and he gave a passionate acceptance speech calling on the crowd to use their faith for good.