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November 3, 2023

The Country Music Association and ABC Celebrate Country Music’s Biggest Night™ With Special Programming Leading Into ‘The 57th Annual CMA Awards’

With less than a week until Country Music’s Biggest Night™, the Country Music Association and ABC will celebrate with a variety of special programming leading into “The 57th Annual CMA Awards,” airing WEDNESDAY, NOV. 8 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC and available next day on Hulu. Country Music fans will have a front-row seat to their favorite Country Music stars starting this weekend. “ON THE RED CARPET: COUNTDOWN TO THE CMA AWARDS” – SATURDAY, NOV. 4, and SUNDAY, NOV. 5 (check local listings) On Saturday, Nov. 4, and Sunday, Nov. 5, ABC7/KABC-TV Los Angeles’ entertainment reporter George Pennacchio hosts “On The Red Carpet: Countdown to the CMA Awards,” a 30-minute special from Nashville featuring exclusive interviews with CMA Awards nominees Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, The War And Treaty, Jelly Roll, Lady A and Old Dominion. “DOLLY PARTON – FROM RHINESTONES TO ROCK & ROLL” – TUESDAY, NOV. 7 (10:01-11:00 p.m. EST) On Tuesday, Nov. 7, ABC News’ 15th annual CMA Awards special features

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November 9, 2023

Winners Announced for ‘The 57th Annual CMA Awards’

“The 57th Annual CMA Awards” took center stage from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena this evening, highlighting Country Music’s global appeal while paying homage to the genre’s legends and celebrating its brightest new voices. Returning hosts Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning once again showcased their undeniable chemistry, keeping the audience on their toes and delivering some of the night’s funniest moments and best one-liners. Throughout the evening, Country’s hottest stars brought one-of-a-kind collaborations and show-stopping solo performances. Kicking off the night, Jelly Roll took the CMA Awards stage for the first time with iconic Country Music Hall of Fame member Wynonna Judd, performing his hit single “Need A Favor” and bringing the crowd to their feet. Newly inducted Country Music Hall of Fame member Tanya Tucker was joined by Little Big Town to perform the Country classic “Delta Dawn,” a song that has stood the test of time since first being performed by a teenage Tucker in 1972.

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November 6, 2023

Paula Abdul, Bill Anderson, Nate Bargatze, Kevin Cahoon, Jordan Davis, Cynthia Erivo, Sara Evans, Brian Kelley, Lady A, Martina McBride, Parker McCollum, Craig Morgan, Darius Rucker, Corey Seager, Gerry Turner, Keith Urban, Hailey Whitters and Chris

Country Music’s Biggest Night™ keeps getting bigger as the Country Music Association has announced presenters for “The 57th Annual CMA Awards.” Hosted by Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning, “The 57th Annual CMA Awards” broadcasts live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville WEDNESDAY, NOV. 8 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC and will be available next day on Hulu. This year’s CMA Awards presenters include singer/songwriter, dancer, renowned choreographer and TV personality Paula Abdul; Country Music Hall of Fame member and entertainment titan Bill Anderson; GRAMMY®-nominated comedian, podcaster, director and producer Nate Bargatze; Tony® Award-nominated actor currently starring in the hit Broadway musical “Shucked,” Kevin Cahoon; reigning CMA Song of the Year winner and three-time nominee this year Jordan Davis; Grammy, Emmy and Tony award-winning and Oscar®-nominated actress, singer, author and producer Cynthia Erivo; multiplatinum CMA Awards winner and Grand Ole Opry member Sara Evans; diamond-s

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October 25, 2023

UPDATE: Kelsea Ballerini, Kenny Chesney, Luke Combs, Dan + Shay, Jordan Davis, Hardy, Alan Jackson, Cody Johnson, Post Malone, Mac McAnally, Ashley McBryde, Morgan Wallen, the War and Treaty, and Zac Brown Band To Perform at ‘The 57th Annual CMA Awards’

The Country Music Association has revealed the second round of performers for “The 57th Annual CMA Awards.” Kelsea Ballerini, Kenny Chesney, Luke Combs, Dan + Shay, Jordan Davis, HARDY, Alan Jackson, Cody Johnson, Post Malone, Mac McAnally, Ashley McBryde, Morgan Wallen, The War And Treaty and Zac Brown Band will all take the stage at this year’s star-studded CMA Awards. Hosted by Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning, Country Music’s Biggest Night™ broadcasts live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, WEDNESDAY, NOV. 8 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC and is available next day on Hulu. Female Vocalist and Album of the Year nominee Ballerini will perform “Rolling Up the Welcome Mat”’s open-hearted “Leave Me Again.” Reigning two-time Entertainer of the Year and four-time nominee this year Combs will take the stage to perform his new single “Where the Wild Things Are.” This year’s Vocal Duo of the Year nominee Dan + Shay will deliver powerful harmonies with their current hit single, “Save Me The Tr

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September 7, 2023

The Country Music Association Announces Nominees for “The 57th Annual CMA Awards’

The Country Music Association has announced nominees for “The 57th Annual CMA Awards,” with Lainey Wilson topping the list at nine nominations. Other top nominees include first-time nominee Jelly Roll with five nominations, while Luke Combs and HARDY collect four nominations each. Jordan Davis, Ashley McBryde, producer/mix engineer Joey Moi, songwriter/producer Jordan Schmidt, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and musician/producer Derek Wells secure three nominations apiece. Vying for the night’s highest honor, reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Combs is nominated again in the category alongside Stapleton, Carrie Underwood, Wallen and Lainey Wilson. “The 57th Annual CMA Awards,” hosted by Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning, broadcasts LIVE from Nashville WEDNESDAY, NOV. 8 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. First-time CMA Awards nominees include Mason Allen, Trannie Anderson, Renee Blair, Michael H. Brauer, Katelyn Brown, Zach Bryan, Tracy Chapman, Josh Ditty, David Fanning, Nicki Fletcher, Gre

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