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 December 1, 2023
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Lauren Jo Black
“Music is so powerful and I feel like this song is just special,” Swindell shares.
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Posted on November 30, 2023
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Lauren Jo Black
“Such an unforgettable night being in that time capsule of a house,” Musgraves shared following her performance.
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Posted on November 30, 2023
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Lauren Jo Black
The singer/songwriter says he’s “thrilled” for this opportunity.
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Posted on November 30, 2023
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Lauren Jo Black
Wilson covered “Santa Claus Is Back in Town.”
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Posted on November 29, 2023
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Lauren Jo Black
What does the superstar have in store for fans in Sin City?
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Posted on November 29, 2023
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Lauren Jo Black
Nashville is THE place to be on New Year’s Eve.
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Posted on November 29, 2023
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Lauren Jo Black
Amidst a troubling trend, the Mediabase Country Airplay chart remains void of solo female hits in the Top 20 for the second consecutive week.
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Posted on November 28, 2023
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Lauren Jo Black
The country couple honored their late friend with an acoustic performance.
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Posted on November 27, 2023
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Lauren Jo Black
“We don’t have to share the same DNA to experience the same love,” the singer shared.
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Posted on November 27, 2023
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Lauren Jo Black
The breakout country star had the best response after someone made negative comments about her outfits.
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