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
Lindsay Ell: ‘I’m Getting Pretty Honest’ in New Music
"On this record, I'm telling basically the story of everything that's happened in my life in the last couple years..."
‘The Voice’ Stars: Then and Now [PICTURES]
Some of the show's contestants and coaches have traded in baby faces for more sophisticated, mature looks -- and others haven't aged a day.
Kelsey Waldon Joins John Prine for ‘Relaxed’ Live Rendition of His Classic ‘Paradise’ [WAT…
"I'll sing 'Paradise' with John anytime he would like me to, and honestly, it's a day I'll never forget..."
Tim McGraw’s New Album Will Give Fans ‘a Good Perspective on Life’
"For me, an album tells a story..."
Drew Holcomb Builds ‘Family’ at 2019 Moon River Music Festival [PICTURES]
Plus, Holcomb reflects on why co-writing is important to him, even if it's difficult.
Story Behind the Song: Reba McEntire, ‘No U in Oklahoma’
"I wrote another version of the song and played it for Buddy [Cannon], but he didn't like mine ..."
Kelleigh Bannen’s Early Days on Radio Won Her a Soon-to-Be Famous Fan
"That was the first interaction we ever had with each other. And now we're buddies, of course, and I love her to pieces ..."
Rhett Akins Receives Inaugural ACM Songwriter of the Decade Award
Congratulations to him!
‘CMA Country Christmas’ 2019: Everything You Need to Know
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
George Strait Salutes Police Officers in New Ballad, ‘The Weight of the Badge’ [LISTEN]
"He swore that oath to protect and serve / Puts his heart and soul into both those words ..."