Lauren Jo Black

Lauren Jo Black

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.

Sam Hunt and Hannah Lee Fowler; Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images for CMT

BREAKING: Sam Hunt’s Pregnant Wife, Hannah Lee Fowler, Withdraws Divorce Complaint

Posted on February 22, 2022

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Lauren Jo Black

Hannah Lee Fowler has reportedly withdrawn her divorce complaint against country superstar Sam Hunt.  According to new court documents obtained…

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Sam Hunt & Wife Hannah Lee Fowler; Photo by Rick Diamond/Getty Images for CMT

BREAKING: Sam Hunt & Estranged Wife, Hannah Lee Fowler, Expecting First Child Amid Divorce

Posted on February 21, 2022

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Lauren Jo Black

Sam Hunt and his estranged wife Hannah Lee Fowler are reportedly expecting their first child together. According to legal documents…

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Sam Hunt and Hannah Lee Fowler; Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images for CMT

BREAKING: Sam Hunt’s Pregnant Wife Hannah Lee Fowler Files For Divorce, Cites ‘Adultery’

Posted on February 21, 2022

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Lauren Jo Black

Hannah Lee Fowler has filed for divorce from country hitmaker Sam Hunt.  According to legal documents obtained by TMZ, Fowler,…

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Morgan Wallen; Photo by John Shearer, Getty Images

WATCH: Morgan Wallen Reacts After ‘Sand In My Boots’ Hits No.1 at Country Radio

Posted on February 21, 2022

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Lauren Jo Black

“Y’all are the best fans in the world,” Wallen shared in a video message.

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Dolly Parton Reveals Her Simple Hack for Making Perfect Scrambled Eggs

Posted on February 21, 2022

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Lauren Jo Black

Dolly Parton is a legend on stage and in the kitchen!  In an interview with Insider about her new Duncan…

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Miranda Lambert, Scotty Wray; Photo via Twitter

BREAKING: Scotty Wray, Miranda Lambert’s Longtime Guitarist and Brother of Collin Raye, Has Died

Posted on February 19, 2022

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Lauren Jo Black

Scotty Wray, brother of ‘90s country hitmaker Collin Raye and longtime guitarist for Miranda Lambert, has sadly passed away. Wray…

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Kelly Clarkson; Photo by: Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal

WATCH: Kelly Clarkson Sends Fans Into a Frenzy with ‘Boot Scootin’ Boogie’ Cover

Posted on February 18, 2022

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Lauren Jo Black

Superstar Kelly Clarkson transported viewers of The Kelly Clarkson Show to a honky-tonk with her latest “Kellyoke” performance.  The Texas…

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Luke Bryan's Mom, LeClaire, Arrives in Vegas

Luke Bryan’s Mom Warns Las Vegas ‘Better Tighten Up’ As Luke Considers Getting Her A Bodyguard

Posted on February 18, 2022

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Lauren Jo Black

“The eagle has landed in Vegas,” Bryan revealed up on LeClaire’s arrival.

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Kelly Clarkson; Photo by Weiss Eubanks, NBCUniversal

Kelly Clarkson Files Court Documents To Change Her Name To Kelly Brianne Amid Divorce

Posted on February 17, 2022

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Lauren Jo Black

“My new name more fully reflects who I am,” Clarkson shared.

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Callista Clark; Photo by Andrew Wendowski

Callista Clark Sets Her Sights On Being A Member of the Grand Ole Opry

Posted on February 17, 2022

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Lauren Jo Black

Country newcomer Callista Clark continues to make waves with her honest and relatable lyrics.  Her debut single, “It’s ‘Cause I…

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