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 May 30, 2019
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Lauren Jo Black
The 2019 CMT Music Awards will feature a record number of performances.
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Posted on May 29, 2019
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Lauren Jo Black
Pardi’s new album features 14 tracks, including a duet with songstress Lauren Alaina.
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Posted on May 29, 2019
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Lauren Jo Black
Taylor Dye was in the midst of personal heartbreak when the duo wrote the song.
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Posted on May 27, 2019
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Lauren Jo Black
The “Closer To You” singer has her sights set on country music’s most famous stage.
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Posted on May 22, 2019
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Lauren Jo Black
Carrying the proverbial torch of traditional country music is something the trio is proud to do.
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Posted on May 22, 2019
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Lauren Jo Black
Jana Kramer has endured her fair share of heartbreak over the years. Following two divorces and a broken engagement, the…
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Posted on May 21, 2019
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Lauren Jo Black
Did your favorite Chesney songs make the cut?
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Posted on May 16, 2019
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Lauren Jo Black
Crash My Playa 2020 will be the biggest event yet.
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Posted on May 16, 2019
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Lauren Jo Black
This year’s show will feature more performances than ever before.
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Posted on May 8, 2019
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Lauren Jo Black
Kane Brown is going to be a daddy! The “Good as You” singer and his wife Katelyn are expecting a…
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