Country music's biggest night is finally here and the best names in the game have descended upon Nashville for the 56th Annual CMA Awards.
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Heading to the Bridgestone Arena tonight, November 9, fans of country music can expect to see unforgettable solo performances, never-before-seen collaborations, and special tributes, including from Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert, and Reba McEntire, who will open the show with a tribute to the late country legend Loretta Lynn.
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"Country music's biggest night will without a doubt live up to its expectation this year," said Sarah Trahern, CMA Chief Executive Officer.
Here's everything you need to know about the 56th annual CMA Awards, from how to watch to all the nominees and performers...
When are the 2022 CMA Awards?
The 56th annual CMA Awards will be held on Wednesday, November 9, live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena.
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How to watch the 2022 CMA Awards?
Fans of the CMAs can tune in to watch all the action as it happens at 8 p.m. on ABC. If you can't watch it live, you can catch it the following day on Hulu.
Who is hosting the 2022 CMAs?
Two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan and NFL superstar Peyton Manning will host the 56th Annual CMA Awards. Luke returns for a second consecutive year to host the ceremony, while Peyton is a first-time host.
Speaking of his role, Luke said: "Being a part of such a historical night that honors my peers and country music is such a privilege."
Luke and Peyton will co-host the show
Peyton added: "I cannot wait to head to Nashville and take the CMA Awards stage alongside my friend Luke Bryan. I am such a huge fan of country music, so to have the chance to stand among so many incredibly talented artists is an absolute honor."
Who is performing at the 2022 CMA Awards?
The line-up at this year's CMAs is one of the best yet. Performers include Luke Bryan, Carly Pearce, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood, Morgan Wallen, Kelsea Ballerini and Kelly Clarkson, Zac Brown Band, Jimmie Allen and Marcus King, HARDY and Lainey Wilson.
© Photo: Getty ImagesCarrie Underwood is nominated and will perform
There will also be music from Brothers Osborne, Brandy Clark, Luke Combs, Caylee Hammack, Cody Johnson, Elle King, Patty Loveless, Ashley McBryde, Reba McEntire, John Osborne, Katy Perry, Pillbox Patti, Chris Stapleton, Cole Swindell, The Black Keys, The War and Treaty, and Thomas Rhett.
Who is presenting at the 2022 CMA Awards?
Presenters at the 2022 CMA Awards include Academy Award winner Jessica Chastain, Yellowstone's Cole Hauser, BRELAND, Los Angeles Dodgers star Mookie Betts, two-time CMA nominee Jordan Davis, Sarah Drew, Tyler Hubbard, Wynonna Judd, Lady A, Rex Linn, Little Big Town, parker McCollum, Reba McEntire, Ben and Erin Napier, Jeannie Seely, Michael Shannon, and Lainey Wilson.
© Photo: Getty ImagesKelly Clarkson will collaborate with Kelsea Ballerini and Carly Pearce
Who is nominated at the 2022 CMA Awards?
ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR
Luke Combs
Miranda Lambert
Chris Stapleton
Carrie Underwood
Morgan Wallen
SINGLE OF THE YEAR
Buy Dirt – Jordan Davis featuring Luke Bryan
half of my hometown – Kelsea Ballerini (feat. Kenny Chesney)
Never Wanted To Be That Girl – Carly Pearce and Ashley McBryde
'Til You Can't – Cody Johnson
You Should Probably Leave – Chris Stapleton
ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Growin' Up – Luke Combs
Humble Quest – Maren Morris
Palomino – Miranda Lambert
Sayin' What I'm Thinkin' – Lainey Wilson
Time, Tequila & Therapy – Old Dominion
SONG OF THE YEAR
Buy Dirt - Songwriters: Jacob Davis, Jordan Davis, Josh Jenkins, Matt Jenkins
Never Wanted To Be That Girl - Songwriters: Shane McAnally, Ashley McBryde, Carly Pearce
Sand In My Boots - Songwriters: Ashley Gorley, Michael Hardy, Josh Osborne
Things A Man Oughta Know - Songwriters: Jason Nix, Jonathan Singleton, Lainey Wilson
You Should Probably Leave - Songwriters: Chris DuBois, Ashley Gorley, Chris Stapleton
FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR
Miranda Lambert
Ashley McBryde
Carly Pearce
Carrie Underwood
Lainey Wilson
MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR
Eric Church
Luke Combs
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
LOCASH
Maddie & Tae
MUSICAL EVENT OF THE YEAR
Beers On Me – Dierks Bentley with BRELAND & HARDY
If I Didn't Love You – Jason Aldean & Carrie Underwood
Longneck Way To Go – Midland (featuring Jon Pardi)
Never Say Never – Cole Swindell (with Lainey Wilson)
Never Wanted To Be That Girl – Carly Pearce and Ashley McBryde
MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR
Jenee Fleenor, Fiddle
Paul Franklin, Steel guitar
Brent Mason, Guitar
Ilya Toshinskiy, Banjo
Derek Wells, Guitar
MUSIC VIDEO OF THE YEAR
I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor’s Version) (From The Vault) – Taylor Swift (featuring Chris Stapleton)
Longneck Way To Go – Midland (featuring Jon Pardi)
Never Say Never – Cole Swindell (with Lainey Wilson)
Never Wanted To Be That Girl – Carly Pearce and Ashley McBryde
'Til You Can't – Cody Johnson
NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR
HARDY
Walker Hayes
Cody Johnson
Parker McCollum
Lainey Wilson
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