NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Country music's biggest night is almost back! The 57th Annual CMA Awards is making its return this fall and features a list of star-studded nominees and performers.
County music legend Luke Bryan is back for his third consecutive year as host, and his second year with co-host and hall of fame NFL quarterback Peyton Manning.
Here's everything you need to know about the 2023 CMA Awards.
When is the CMA Awards?
The CMA Awards will broadcast live on Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 8:00 p.m. to 11 p.m.
How can I watch the CMA Awards?
The show will be available to watch on WHAS11 News and on Hulu the next day.
Where is the CMA Awards taking place?
The CMA Awards are being held at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.
Can I attend the CMA Awards?
A limited number of tickets are available to the public, so if you would like to attend the show you can purchase your ticket here.
Who are the performers this year?
Luke Bryan
Bryan will perform a medley of his hits including “Huntin’, Fishin’ and Lovin’ Every Day,” “One Margarita,” “That’s My Kind of Night,” “Play It Again” and “Country Girl (Shake It for Me).”
Jelly Roll
Jelly Roll will open the show with a performance of “Need a Favor.”
Lainey Wilson
Wilson, the night's most-nominated artist, will take the stage to perform "Wildflowers and Wild Horses."
Chris Stapleton
Stapleton will take the stage to perform his new single “White Horse."
Little Big Town and Tanya Tucker
Tucker will team up with Little Big Town for a performance of Tucker's "Delta Dawn."
Megan Moroney and Old Dominion
Old Dominion and Moroney will perform their new song “Can’t Break Up Now.”
Carly Pearce
Pearce will take the stage to perform her new single “We Don’t Fight Anymore” with Stapleton, in addition to his solo performance.
K. Michelle
K. Michelle will take the stage with Jelly Roll for a rendition of "Love Can Build A Bridge."
Officials said additional performers and presenters for the CMA Awards will be announced at a later date.
Who are the nominees this year?
Entertainer of the year
- Luke Combs
- Chris Stapleton
- Carrie Underwood
- Morgan Wallen
- Lainey Wilson
Album of the year
- “Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville” - Ashley McBryde
- “Bell Bottom Country” - Lainey Wilson
- “Gettin' Old” - Luke Combs
- “One Thing At A Time” - Morgan Wallen
- “Rolling Up the Welcome Mat” - Kelsea Ballerini
Female vocalist of the year
- Kelsea Ballerini
- Miranda Lambert
- Ashley McBryde
- Carly Pearce
- Lainey Wilson
Male vocalist of the year
- Luke Combs
- Jelly Roll
- Cody Johnson
- Chris Stapleton
- Morgan Wallen
Vocal group of the year
- Lady A
- Little Big Town
- Midland
- Old Dominion
- Zac Brown Band
Vocal duo of the year
- Brooks & Dunn
- Brothers Osborne
- Dan + Shay
- Maddie & Tae
- The War And Treaty
New artist of the year
- Zach Bryan
- Jelly Roll
- Parker McCollum
- Megan Moroney
- Hailey Whitters
Single of the year
- “Fast Car” - Luke Combs
- “Heart Like A Truck” - Lainey Wilson
- “Need A Favor” - Jelly Roll
- “Next Thing You Know” - Jordan Davis
- “wait in the truck” - HARDY (feat. Lainey Wilson)
Song of the year
- “Fast Car” - Songwriter: Tracy Chapman
- “Heart Like A Truck” - Songwriters: Trannie Anderson, Dallas Wilson, Lainey Wilson
- “Next Thing You Know” - Songwriters: Jordan Davis, Greylan James, Chase McGill, Josh Osborne
- “Tennessee Orange” - Songwriters: David Fanning, Paul Jenkins, Megan Moroney, Ben Williams
- “wait in the truck” - Songwriters: Renee Blair, Michael Hardy, Hunter Phelps, Jordan Schmidt
Musical event of the year
- “Save Me” - Jelly Roll (with Lainey Wilson)
- “She Had Me At Heads Carolina (Remix)” - Cole Swindell & Jo Dee Messina
- "Thank God” - Kane Brown (with Katelyn Brown)
- “wait in the truck” - HARDY (feat. Lainey Wilson)
- “We Don't Fight Anymore” - Carly Pearce (featuring Chris Stapleton)
Music video of the year
- “Light On In The Kitchen” - Ashley McBryde
- “Memory Lane” - Old Dominion
- “Need A Favor” - Jelly Roll
- “Next Thing You Know” - Jordan Davis
- “wait in the truck” - HARDY (feat. Lainey Wilson)
Musician of the year
- Jenee Fleenor
- Paul Franklin
- Rob McNelley
- Derek Wells
- Charlie Worsham
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