On November 14th, a nationwide phenomenon will occur. Country music fans will gather near their television sets and await the well-known line, “And the CMA Award goes to…” Then, they will lean in simultaneously, listening hard as the winners are named for multiple highly coveted categories. This is often followed by an emotional response of either devastation or celebration.
Are you a country fan who prides yourself on being able to "call the shots" when it comes to picking winners or maybe you are always placing your bet on the underdog?
We want to help ensure you are prepped, primed, and ready for the “biggest night in country music.” Here is your full CMA nomination run down so that you can do just that!
Tune in to watch Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood host the CMA Awards broadcasting live from Bridgestone Arena on Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. CT on ABC.
Entertainer of the Year
Female Vocalist of the Year
Male Vocalist of the Year
Vocal Duo of the Year
New Artist of the Year
Single of the Year (Awarded to Singer, Producer and Engineer)
“Broken Halos” – Chris Stapleton Producers: Dave Cobb, Chris Stapleton Mix Engineer: Vance Powell
“Drinkin’ Problem” – Midland Producers: Dann Huff, Shane McAnally, Josh Osborne Mix Engineer: Justin Niebank
“Drowns the Whiskey” – Jason Aldean (Feat. Miranda Lambert) Producer: Michael Knox Mix Engineer: Jeff Braun
“Meant to Be” – Bebe Rexha & Florida Georgia Line Producer: Willshire Mix Engineer: Serban Ghenea
“Tequila” – Dan + Shay Producers: Scott Hendricks, Dan Smyers Mix Engineer: Jeff Juliano
Album of the Year
From A Room: Volume 2 – Chris Stapleton Producers: Dave Cobb, Chris Stapleton
Golden Hour – Kacey Musgraves Producers: Ian Fitchuk, Daniel Tashian, Kacey Musgraves
Graffiti U – Keith Urban Producers: Keith Urban, Dan McCarroll, J.R. Rotem, Josh Kerr, Jason Evigan, Greg Wells, Benny Blanco, Ed Sheeran, Johnny McDaid, Jesse Shatkin, Jimmy Robbins, Oscar Holter, Matt Rad, Eric Valentine, Ian Kirkpatrick, Mike Elizondo, Captain Cuts, Ross Copperman, Dann Huff, Peter Karlsson
Life Changes – Thomas Rhett Producers: Julian Bunetta, Jesse Frasure, Dann Huff, Joe London, Thomas Rhett
The Mountain – Dierks Bentley Producers: Ross Copperman, Jon Randall Stewart, Arturo Buenahora Jr.
Vocal Group of the Year
Lady Antebellum
LANCO
Little Big Town
Midland
Old Dominion
Song of the Year (Awarded to Songwriters)
“Body Like A Back Road” – Zach Crowell, Sam Hunt, Shane McAnally, Josh Osborne
“Broken Halos” – Songwriters: Mike Henderson, Chris Stapleton
“Drowns the Whiskey” – Songwriter: Brandon Kinney, Jeff Middleton, Josh Thompson
“Drunk Girl” – Songwriter: Scooter Carusoe, Tom Douglas, Chris Janson
“Tequila” – Songwriter: Nicolle Galyon, Jordan Reynolds, Dan Smyers
Musical Event of the Year
“Burning Man” – Dierks Bentley feat. Brothers Osborne
“Dear Hate” – Maren Morris (Feat. Vince Gill)
“Drowns the Whiskey” – Jason Aldean (Feat. Miranda Lambert)
“Everything’s Gonna Be Alright” – David Lee Murphy (with Kenny Chesney)
“Meant to Be” – Bebe Rexha & Florida Georgia Line
Music Video of the Year (Awarded to Artist & Director)
“Babe” – Sugarland (Featuring Taylor Swift) Director: Anthony Mandler
“Cry Pretty” – Carrie Underwood Director: Randee St. Nicholas
“Drunk Girl” – Chris Janson Director: Jeff Venable
“Marry Me” – Thomas Rhett Director: TK McKamy
“Tequila” – Dan + Shay Director: Patrick Tracy
Musician of the Year
Jerry Douglas, Dobro
Paul Franklin, Steel Guitar
Dann Huff, Guitar
Mac McAnally, Guitar
Derek Wells, Guitar
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