Country music was quick to react after Morgan Wallen issued a racial slur earlier this month. Country radio dropped him, his label suspended his contract, the ACM Awards removed him from the list of potential nominees, and many were quick to denounce his actions. But according to several country music artists, there is still more — much more —…
2020 definitely had more than its share of disappointments. But the year, for all of its challenges, also gave rising artists a chance to shine. Forced off the road, artists had to find ways to get creative in sharing their music with their fans. It also gave artists, both veteran and new, a chance to work on more music….
Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins will host this year’s CMA Country Christmas! The couple announced the news during a virtual appearance on Good Morning America. “My wife and I are going to be hosting CMA Country Christmas, which will be on November 30 this year,” Thomas revealed. “We can’t wait for you all to get to watch that, and…
The 2020 CMA Awards have had some unexpected last-minute changes, after two more of the scheduled performers for the live broadcast, Rascal Flatts and musician Jenee Fleenor, both tested positive for COVID-19. “Hey Y’all, we wanted to let you guys know that we have received a positive COVID test within the band,” the trio shared on social media. “As…
The 2020 CMA Awards have officially come and gone! In spite of occurring during a global pandemic, forcing the ceremony to take place without an audience, and numerous artists canceling their scheduled performances because of positive COVID-19 tests, country music still showed up in a big way, with gracious and heartfelt speeches. See a list of winners below, and…
Miranda Lambert and Carly Pearce with Lee Brice are among early CMA Awards winners! Miranda won the CMA Award for Music Video of the Year, for “Bluebird,” while Carly and Lee took home the CMA Award for Musical Event of the Year, for “I Hope You’re Happy Now.” In addition to the early CMA Awards winners, more performance details…
The 2020 CMA Awards are almost here! The show, which is celebrating its 54th year this year, looks a lot different than in years past, due to the coronavirus pandemic. We’ve rounded up everything to know about the show, including performers, presenters, last-minute changes and more. Hosts: Reba McEntire and Darius Rucker will co-host together. Although Reba is a veteran at…
Country music has mourned several legends of the genre in 2020, including Charlie Daniels, Kenny Rogers and Joe Diffie. To honor their legacy, several superstars will perform a musical tribute, during the 2020 CMA Awards. Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osborne, Jenee Fleenor and Ashley McBryde will kick off the show with a multi-song performance of some of Charlie’s…
Ashley McBryde has been added as a co-host to the CMT Music Awards! The singer joins previously-announced hosts Kane Brown and Sarah Hyland, in hosting the annual show, which will air on multiple networks simultaneously. “I am beyond excited, and maybe a little nervous, to host an awards show for the very first time,” Ashley said of the honor….
The CMT Music Awards nominees were just announced, with Thomas Rhett, Ashley McBryde, Dan + Shay, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Combs and Sam Hunt among the most-nominated artists, with three nods each. The entirely fan-voted awards show will take place on October 21, with a six-network simulcast across MTV, MTV2, Logo, Paramount Network, Pop TV and TV Land. The finalists…
