Lauren Jo Black, a University of Central Florida graduate, has immersed herself in the world of country music for over 15 years. In 2008, she co-founded CountryMusicIsLove, eventually selling it to a major record label in 2015. Following the rebranding of the website to Sounds Like Nashville, Black served as Editor-in-Chief for two and a half years. Currently, she assumes the role of Editor-in-Chief at Country Now and oversees Country Now’s content and digital footprint. Her extensive experience also encompasses her previous role as a Country Music Expert Writer for Answers.com and her work being featured on Forbes.com. She’s been spotlighted among Country Aircheck’s Women of Influence and received the 2012 Rising Star Award from the University of Central Florida. Black also spent time in front of the camera as host of Country Now Live, which brought live music directly to fans in 2021 when the majority of concerts were halted due to the pandemic. During this time, she hosted 24 weeks of live concerts via Country Now Live on Twitch with special guests such as Lady A, Dierks Bentley, Jordan Davis, Brett Young, and Jon Pardi. Over the course of her career, she has had the privilege of conducting interviews with some of the industry’s most prominent stars, including Reba McEntire, Blake Shelton, Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson, and many others. Lauren Jo Black is a longtime member of the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music.
Posted on June 14, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
Walker revealed that this procedure “could really help” his MS.
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Posted on June 13, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
The project celebrates life’s underdogs and showcases his signature honest storytelling.
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Posted on June 13, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
The superstar revealed the official tour set list exclusively on Apple Music Country.
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Posted on June 13, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
Combs and Lambert teamed up to sing their duet, ““Outrunnin’ Your Memory.”
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Posted on June 12, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
McBryde marked the milestone with a hike to a scenic waterfall.
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Posted on June 12, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
Additionally, the Best Country Album category has been renamed to Best Contemporary Country Album to better reflect evolving styles.
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Posted on June 11, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
Warren Zeiders, Kelsea Ballerini, Jordan Davis, and more lit up the stage with unforgettable performances at Ole Red.
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Posted on June 11, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
Posty’s new establishment is opening up right next to Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar.
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Posted on June 10, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
Bryan revealed he’s “actively writing songs” while backstage at CMA Fest.
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Posted on June 10, 2025
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Lauren Jo Black
Craft’s sophomore album is out now.
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