Country's biggest stars are joining together to celebrate the holidays! For the third year, Sugarland's Jennifer Nettles will host the "CMA Country Christmas" special. Dierks Bentley, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Scotty McCreery, The Band Perry and Keith Urban will be on hand to perform and share their favorite tales of the season. Also appearing on the special will be pop singer Colbie Caillat, classical singer Katherine Jenkins and soul singer John Legend. The special airs Thursday, December 20 from 9:00-11:00 p.m., ET and Saturday, December 22 from 9:00-11:00 p.m. ET on the ABC Television Network.
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CMA COUNTRY CHRISTMAS Airs 12/10 On ABC
by Tori Hartshorn - November 29, 2018
"CMA Country Christmas" is set to air Monday, Dec. 10 at 8:00 PM/ET (7:00 PM/CT) on the ABC Television Network. Reba McEntire returns as both host and performer during the holiday music special. In addition to Reba, legendary acts and Country favorites in the all-star lineup include Tony Benne...
NBC Takes Top Spot Monday Night with THE VOICE and MANIFEST
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 27, 2018
NBC (8.190 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.4, #1) held off the competition on Monday thanks to a new 'The Voice' (9.302 million viewers, #1; adults 18-49: 1.6, #1) and the fall finale of 'Manifest' (5.966 million viewers, #5; adults 18-49: 1.1, #5)....
CMA Awards Musical Event Of The Year & Music Video Of The Year Winners Announced Early
by Tori Hartshorn - November 09, 2018
In celebration of “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,” Country Music's Biggest Night, ABC's “Good Morning America” will reveal early CMA Awards winners in the Musical Event of the Year and Music Video of the Year categories during its Wednesday, Nov. 14 broadcast live from Dierks Bentley's Wh...
ABC Celebrates the 25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 09, 2018
ABC celebrates the most wonderful time of the year with special '25 Days of Christmas' programming starting Dec. 1. The network joins Freeform, Disney Channel, Disney XD and Disney Junior in this fan-favorite TV event. The 'Kickoff to Christmas' begins in late November with perennial holiday treat '...
Country Night Comes To DANCING WITH THE STARS In Advance Of THE 52ND ANNUAL CMA AWARDS
by Tori Hartshorn - November 01, 2018
In anticipation of “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,” ABC's “Dancing with the Stars” will have a themed 'Country Night” this coming Monday, Nov. 5 from 8:00-10:00 PM/ET (7:00-9:00 PM/CT) on the ABC Television Network, streaming and on demand. Tune in to watch the eight remaining couples da...
Disney, ABC Television Announces This Year's 25 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 01, 2018
After last year's successful company-wide “25 Days of Christmas” programming event, Disney|ABC Television will again be the TV destination for all must-see holiday programming by bringing holiday cheer across all of their channels. Beginning Dec. 1, ABC, Freeform, Disney Channel, Disney XD and D...
Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert, Garth Brooks, Luke Combs and More Added As Performers To 52nd ANNUAL CMA AWARDS
by Tori Hartshorn - November 01, 2018
Jason Aldean with Miranda Lambert, Garth Brooks, Luke Combs, Midland and Brett Young join the exciting lineup of performers for “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,” hosted for the 11th consecutive year by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood. Country Music's Biggest Night will air live from ...
ABC to Air CMA COUNTRY CHRISTMAS
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 29, 2018
The ninth-annual “CMA Country Christmas” will air Monday, Dec. 10 at 8:00 PM/ET (7:00 PM/CT) on the ABC Television Network. Iconic entertainer Reba McEntire, who returns as host for a second year, will also perform during the holiday music special. Joining Reba are legendary acts and Country ...
Florida Georgia Line, Bebe Rexha, Kacey Musgraves, and More to Perform at the CMA AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 24, 2018
Dierks Bentley with Brothers Osborne, Florida Georgia Line with Bebe Rexha, Kacey Musgraves, Pistol Annies, and Thomas Rhett have been added to the lineup of performers for “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,” hosted for the 11th consecutive year by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood. Country Music's Bi...
Andra Day Releases New Song 'Amen'
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 23, 2018
GRAMMY® Award-nominated platinum soul powerhouse Andra Day has released her new song “Amen” via Warner Bros. Records. The song soundtracks a brand new campaign for Genesis G80. Listen below!...
CMA Announces KixStart Artist Scholarship Recipients
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 18, 2018
The Country Music Association has selected rising stars Kassi Ashton, Travis Denning and Jameson Rodgers as recipients of the first-ever CMA KixStart Artist Scholarship. Throughout the next year, CMA and its staff will provide support for the three artists, helping connect each with professionals wi...
Jason Aldean Congratulates 2018 CMA Broadcast Awards Winners In Early Reveal
by Tori Hartshorn - October 15, 2018
Two-time CMA Awards winner and a three-time CMA Awards nominee this year, Jason Aldean surprised radio stations and broadcast personalities this morning to reveal news of their 2018 CMA Broadcast Awards wins, announced in advance of the award show and presentation. ...
Country Music Association Celebrates 60th Anniversary
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 25, 2018
Today, the Country Music Association celebrates its 60th anniversary, as the United States Senate, House of Representatives, and the City of Nashville, officially proclaim September 25, 2018 Country Music Association Day. CMA will host a special invite-only anniversary celebration Wednesday, Sept. 2...
The Country Music Association Announces the THE 52ND ANNUAL CMA AWARDS Nominees
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 28, 2018
The Country Music Association has announced the final nominees for “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,” as Chris Stapleton tops the list of finalists with five nominations. Producer and musician Dann Huff receives four nominations, the second most nominations this year, while nine artists garner three ...
Luke Bryan, Dan + Shay and Sugarland to Announce CMA Award Nominees Tomorrow on GMA
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 27, 2018
Final nominees for "The 52nd Annual CMA Awards," Country Music's Biggest Night, will be revealed on "Good Morning America" tomorrow, Tuesday, August 28. Luke Bryan, Dan + Shay and Sugarland will announce six categories (Entertainer of the Year, Single of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, Male V...
Reba McEntire Returns to Host and Perform in This Year's CMA COUNTRY CHRISTMAS
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 24, 2018
Iconic entertainer Reba McEntire will return for a second year as host of the ninth annual “CMA Country Christmas,” the two-hour music celebration that airs on ABC during the holiday season. Marking her third time performing on the show, a lineup of legendary acts and Country favorites will also...
Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood Return to Host 'The 52nd Annual CMA Awards' on ABC
by Tori Hartshorn - August 02, 2018
Country Music superstars Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood return to host 'The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,' Country Music's Biggest Night, live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, WEDNESDAY, NOV. 14 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network. The beloved hosts return for the 11th time....
Cher, Reba, HAMILTON Creators, And More To Receive Kennedy Center Honors
by Alan Henry - July 25, 2018
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts today announced the selection of four Honorees who will receive the 2018 Kennedy Center Honors for lifetime artistic achievements, and a special Honors distinction for a work of art and its co-creators. Recipients to be honored at the 41st annual na...
CMA Kixstart Artist Scholarship Submissions Close June 30
by Macon Prickett - June 19, 2018
Submissions for the CMA KixStart Artist Scholarship will continue to be accepted through Saturday, June 30 at 11:59 PM/CT. Visit CMAworld.com/KixStart to review eligibility requirements and submit an application....
The Country Music Association Announces Kixstart Artist Scholarship
by Macon Prickett - May 30, 2018
The Country Music Association has announced the launch of the inaugural CMA KixStart Artist Scholarship, a year-long program designed to provide emerging artists with unique professional and educational opportunities to help build a solid business foundation in the Country Music industry....
CMA Announces Johnny Gimble, Ricky Skaggs, & Dottie West As Country Music Hall of Fame 2018 Class
by Macon Prickett - March 27, 2018
The Country Music Association held a press conference this morning to announce the 2018 inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame-Johnny Gimble, Ricky Skaggs and Dottie West....
The Country Music Association Presents International Awards in the U.K. & Australia
by Macon Prickett - March 19, 2018
The Country Music Association presented International Awards this past week during C2C: Country to Country festival in London as well as CMC Rocks QLD festival in Australia. Award recipients included Canadian singer/songwriter Dean Brody, BBC Radio 2's Mark Hagen, six-time reigning CMA Awards Voca...
The Old Globe Announces Annual Gala, Andra Day to Perform
by Julie Musbach - March 02, 2018
The Old Globe will celebrate in style at the 2018 Globe Gala on Saturday, September 22, in support of the theatre's arts engagement and artistic programs. The glamorous annual event will feature an exclusive, one-night-only performance by the incomparable Andra Day. Karen Cohn, Nina Doede, andSheryl...
CMA Foundation Partners With Hit Songwriters Nicolle Galyon And Emily Weisband Along With Singer Danielle Bradbury To Surprise Students In Kansas
by Tori Hartshorn - February 23, 2018
This week, the CMA Foundation partnered with award-winning songwriters Nicolle Galyon and Emily Weisband and Country artist Danielle Bradbery to visit schools and surprise students and teachers throughout Kansas. The critically acclaimed CMA Songwriters Series presented by U.S. Bank also hoste...
Country Music Association Honors 15 Triple Play Award Recipients During Industry Luncheon
by Tori Hartshorn - February 21, 2018
Country Music Association Honors 15 Triple Play Award Recipients During Industry Luncheon...
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