The CMA Music Festival is a four-day music festival centered on country music hosted each June by the Country Music Association in Nashville, Tennessee. Beginning in 1972 as Fan Fair, the event now draws over 400 artists and celebrities who hold autograph sessions and perform in one of the many concerts offered throughout the festival.
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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...
Maddie Poppe Announces New Single KEEP MOVIN' ON
by Tori Hartshorn - October 17, 2018
American Idol winner and Hollywood Records/Industrial Media's 19 Recordings recording artist, Maddie Poppe, has announced her highly-anticipated next single, “Keep On Movin' On,” due for release October 26th. The song was written by Jarrad Kritzstein (Kate Nash, Weezer), Brandon Lowry (Brittne...
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. ...
CMA Visits Los Angeles With Florida Georgia Line, Corey Crowder, Ernest K., HARDY, RaeLynn and Canaan Smith
by Tori Hartshorn - October 11, 2018
The Country Music Association visited Los Angeles Wednesday, Oct. 10 with multi-platinum superstar duo and Tree Vibez Music founders Florida Georgia Line, joined by Corey Crowder, Ernest K., HARDY, RaeLynn and Canaan Smith. During the trip, the songwriters met with students from Harmony Proje...
CMA Foundation and Kristin Chenoweth Host High School Students for Special Q&A at Schermerhorn Sound Check
by Jeffrey Ellis - October 09, 2018
Students participating in the annual Spotlight Awards, a celebration of musical theatre in Tennessee high schools, were special guests of Tony and Emmy award winner Kristin Chenoweth last week during sound check prior to her performances with the Nashville Symphony at Schermerhorn Symphony Center....
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by Jeffrey Ellis - October 05, 2018
Students participating in the annual Spotlight Awards, a celebration of musical theatre in Tennessee high schools, were special guests of Tony and Emmy award winner Kristin Chenoweth last week during sound check prior to her performances with the Nashville Symphony at Schermerhorn Symphony Center....
Schimmel Center Presents All-Female Alt-Country Group Farewell Angelina
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2018
Schimmel Center presents all-female alt-country group Farewell Angelina-named one of Rolling Stone's Fall 2016 '10 New Country Artists You Need To Know'- today, October 5, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. The concert features a special performance-Farewell Angelina's debut of 'I Feel You,' written by Kevin Bacon, ...
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...
CMA Songwriters Series Announces Los Angeles Performance with Florida Georgia Line, Corey Crowder, HARDY, and Tree Vibez
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 19, 2018
The Country Music Association's critically acclaimed CMA Songwriters Series Presented by U.S. Bank has announced a performance at The Novo in Los Angeles Wednesday, Oct. 10 at 7:00 PM featuring four-time CMA Awards-winning duo Florida Georgia Line alongside songwriters Corey Crowder, HARDY, and Tree...
Country Music Association Visits Students in Houston
by A.A. Cristi - September 18, 2018
The Country Music Association visited Houston yesterday, Monday, Sept. 17, with Josh Kerr, Maddie & Tae and Jon Nite, joining the CMA Foundation to meet with students at Waltrip High School followed by a CMA Songwriters Series Presented by U.S. Bank performance at The Heights Theater. Monday aftern...
CMA Visits Houston With Josh Kerr, Maddie & Tae and Jon Nite
by Tori Hartshorn - September 18, 2018
The Country Music Association visited Houston yesterday, Monday, Sept. 17, with Josh Kerr, Maddie & Tae and Jon Nite, joining the CMA Foundation to meet with students at Waltrip High School followed by a CMA Songwriters Series Presented by U.S. Bank performance at The Heights Theater. ...
Schimmel Center Presents All-Female Alt-Country Group Farewell Angelina
by Stephi Wild - September 18, 2018
Schimmel Center presents all-female alt-country group Farewell Angelina-named one of Rolling Stone's Fall 2016 '10 New Country Artists You Need To Know'- on Friday, October 5, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. The concert features a special performance-Farewell Angelina's debut of 'I Feel You,' written by Kevin Bac...
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...
CMA Songwriters Series Presented By U.S. Bank Announces Houston Show
by Tori Hartshorn - August 22, 2018
The Country Music Association's critically acclaimed CMA Songwriters Series Presented by U.S. Bank announces a performance at The Heights Theater in Houston Monday, Sept. 17 at 7:00 PM featuring Josh Kerr, Maddie & Tae and Jon Nite. Maddie & Tae's Maddie Marlow (from Sugarland, TX) and Tae Dye have ...
ABC Wins Wednesday Night with CMA FEST
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 09, 2018
With its 3-hour broadcast of the 2018 “CMA Fest,” ABC finished as the most-watched network on Wednesday night, topping runner-up NBC with 2 hours of “World of Dance” by nearly 1.0 million viewers (4.7 million vs. 3.8 million) and nearly tying Fox for No. 1 in Adults 18-49 (0.9/4 vs. 1.0/5 fr...
CMA Foundation Launches IT STARTS WITH M.E. Campaign
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 09, 2018
For more than a decade, the CMA Foundation has worked tirelessly to provide resources for students to have the opportunity to participate in quality music education programs. Thanks to the generosity of CMA members, its message of 'music education for all' is starting to resonate. Due in part to th...
NBC's WORLD OF DANCE Wins Its Timeslot and REVERIE Maintains Its 18-49 Rating for 7th Straight Week
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 09, 2018
NBC released the Wednesday Primetime Results ratings....
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....
CMA FEST Hosted by Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini Premieres Wednesday, August 8, on ABC
by Macon Prickett - July 27, 2018
'CMA Fest,' the Music Event of Summer, premieres WEDNESDAY, AUG. 8 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT), on The ABC Television Network. The three-hour prime-time special broadcasts for its 15th straight year with Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini returning as hosts, bringing Country Music's Ultimate Fan Experience...
CMA Songwriters Series Visits Chicago with Illinois Native Brett Eldredge
by Macon Prickett - July 25, 2018
The Country Music Association visited Chicago yesterday, Tuesday, July 24, with Illinois native Brett Eldredge and fellow songwriters Ross Copperman, Tom Douglas, Heather Morgan and Jordan Reynolds, joining the CMA Foundation and U.S. Bank to visit students at Chicago's Notes for Notes studio...
Mason Ramsey's FAMOUS EP Now Available
by Macon Prickett - July 20, 2018
Big Loud Records and Atlantic Records' rising star MASON RAMSEY has released today his debut FAMOUS EP across all digital platforms. Tipping his 10-gallon hat to his idol Hank Williams, Sr. plus introducing his fresh-faced Country flavor, the six-track handpicked collection was produced by studio ac...
The 2019 CMA FEST Ticket Pre-Sale Opens July 20 with General On-Sale Set for August 6
by Macon Prickett - July 13, 2018
Country Music fans can get a jump start on summer plans for 2019. Tickets for CMA Fest—which takes place in Nashville Thursday through Sunday, June 6-9, 2019—will be available for pre-sale Monday, July 30 at 10:00 AM/CT. Fans must register today through Friday, July 27 for Ticketmaster's Verifie...
Big Loud Records and Atlantic Records' Rising Star Mason Ramsey to Debut FAMOUS EP On July 20
by Macon Prickett - July 09, 2018
Big Loud Records and Atlantic Records' internet phenom MASON RAMSEY is launching his debut, FAMOUS EP, on Friday, July 20, as exclusively announced by Associated Press today (7/9)....
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