CMA Awards

Chris Stapleton‘s cover of David Allan Coe’s “Tennessee Whiskey” is widely regarded as one of country music’s biggest and easily-recognizable songs, but now the modernized country classic has reached new heights. 11 years after its release, Stapleton’s “Tennessee Whiskey” was the 2010s’ most-streamed song in 2025, beating out every song from every genre released between […]

The Country Music Association Awards has been a fixture in country music since its first show, which was untelevised, in 1967. The awards show has almost exclusively taken place in Nashville, aside from 2005’s show at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Many musicians have etched their names into the history of the genre […]

With the 59th Country Music Awards is right around the corner, the CMAs announced their nominees for all categories, including the Broadcast Award Finalists. RELATED STORY: CMA Awards: Most Nominations for ‘Single of the Year’ Award This year’s nominees are led by a trio of some of country music’s leading ladies, with Ella Langley, Megan Moroney […]

The 58th Annual Country Music Awards saw a few first-time winners, records broken and even extended. Some of the highlights of the night included Chris Stapleton taking home three awards, extended his hold over the most “Male Vocalist of the Year” award totals and breaking an eight-artist tie for the most “Single of the Year” […]

After a decade-long absence, Blake Shelton is back on CMA Awards Radio Row, bringing his signature humor and charisma to the interviews once again. The country music superstar, known for his witty remarks, jokingly quipped that he’s “going to see if he can get canceled” this time around—clearly embracing the fun of his return. Check […]

Luke Combs is gearing up for the CMA Awards, and he’s keeping it casual when it comes to the results. Whether he wins or loses, the country superstar plans to celebrate with a drink in hand. Known for his laid-back personality, Combs says it’s all about enjoying the moment. Watch the moment below: 

CMA New Artist of the Year Nominee Spotlight: Zach Top Zach Top exploded onto the scene in 2024, bringing a fresh helping of new country music in a 1990s-like package. Due to his breakout year, the Country Music Association saw fit to nominate the young star for the “New Artist of the Year” award. Top’s […]

CMA New Artist of the Year Nominee Spotlight: Mitchell Tenpenny Mitchell Tenpenny has been active in the Nashville country music scene for around a decade, starting as an independent artist, releasing his first record, Black Crow, in 2015. He signed on with Riser Records in 2016, and then entered a joint venture with Riser House […]

Male First-Time CMA Nominees in 2024 This year’s CMA Awards features a host of heavy-hitters making a name for themselves in country music. In recognition of these emerging country artists, they were nominated for their first CMA nominations. Here’s a closer look at some of the first-time CMA nominees. Riley Green – Musical Event of […]

The “Album of the Year” award has been a part of every Country Music Association Awards since the first ceremony in 1967, recognizing the artists, producers and mix engineers for what the CMA views as the best album of that year. In 2024, Kacey Musgraves’ Deeper Well, Luke Combs’ Fathers & Sons, Chris Stapleton’s Higher, […]

The “Single of the Year” award at the Country Music Association Awards has been a staple since the inaugural ceremony back in 1967. The “Single of the Year” award recognizes the artist on the nominated track, while its sister award, “Song of the Year,” recognizes the songwriters. To qualify for the award, the song must […]

From the very first Country Music Association Awards in 1967, the “Entertainer of the Year” award has been given out every year since. This year’s group of nominees feature two-time winner Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and last year’s winner Lainey Wilson. With her second nomination for the award, Wilson joins a […]