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.

Jason Aldean, Morgan Wallen

Jason Aldean Drops New Track, ‘Whiskey Me Away,’ Co-Written by Morgan Wallen

Posted on December 3, 2021

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Lauren Jo Black

Nearly a month after the release of Macon, Jason Aldean is giving fans a taste of what’s to come on…

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Kelly Clarkson; Photo Courtesy The Kelly Clarkson Show

WATCH: Kelly Clarkson Slays Cover Of Chart-Topping Blake Shelton Hit

Posted on December 2, 2021

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Lauren Jo Black

Kelly Clarkson delivered a goosebumps-inducing performance of one of Blake Shelton’s No.1 singles on The Kelly Clarkson Show on Thursday…

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Luke Combs, Walker Hayes, Gabby Barrett

Top 10 Country Songs of 2021

Posted on December 2, 2021

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Lauren Jo Black

Billboard just released its year-end Hot Country Songs Chart, recapping the biggest country songs of 2021.  Country superstar Luke Combs…

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Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, Luke Bryan; Photo by Hunter Berry, CMA

BREAKING: ‘American Idol’ Sets Season 20 Premiere Date

Posted on December 2, 2021

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Lauren Jo Black

It’s official – American Idol is set to return for its monumental 20th season on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at…

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Carrie Underwood; Photos by Denise Truscello, Ralph Larmann

See Photos and the Set List From Opening Night of Carrie Underwood’s Lavish Las Vegas Residency

Posted on December 2, 2021

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Lauren Jo Black

Seven-time GRAMMY winner and country music superstar Carrie Underwood kicked off her much-anticipated Vegas residency, REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency,…

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RaeLynn and Family; Photos via Instagram by Laura Moll

PHOTOS: See RaeLynn’s Magical Family Christmas Card

Posted on December 1, 2021

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Lauren Jo Black

In just a few short weeks, RaeLynn will celebrate a monumental first Christmas with her baby girl, Daisy Rae, and…

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Jason Aldean, Brittany Aldean, Memphis; Photos via Instagram

Brittany and Jason Aldean Share Never-Before-Seen Family Photos In Honor Son Memphis’ 4th Birthday

Posted on December 1, 2021

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Lauren Jo Black

Memphis Aldean, Brittany and Jason Aldean‘s son, turns four today and the proud parents took to social media to wish…

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Keith Urban; Photo by John Russell, CMA

Is Keith Urban’s The Speed Of Now World Tour Coming To Your City?

Posted on December 1, 2021

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Lauren Jo Black

Legendary country entertainer Keith Urban just unveiled plans for his long-awaited return to the road.  On Tuesday morning (Dec. 1),…

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Morgan Wallen; Photo By Andrew Wendowski

Morgan Wallen’s ‘Dangerous’ Projected Close Out Year as Best-Selling Album of 2021

Posted on November 30, 2021

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Lauren Jo Black

Morgan Wallen’s record-breaking sophomore project, Dangerous: The Double Album, is projected to end the year as the best-selling album of…

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Jeremy Rosado; Photo by Trae Patton/NBC

WATCH: Jeremy Rosado Shocks ‘The Voice’ Viewers with Performance of Country Hit

Posted on November 29, 2021

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Lauren Jo Black

Team Kelly’s Jeremy Rosado gave an unforgettable performance on The Voice on Monday evening, putting his showmanship and vocals on…

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