Chris Stapleton and Miranda Lambert Bring Perfect Harmony to “A Song to Sing” at the CMA Awards With a Warm Retro Groove
Chris Stapleton and Miranda Lambert lit up the 2025 CMA Awards with their soulful duet "A Song to Sing," delivering retro flair, raw emotion, and undeniable country gold in a performance fans won't forget.
Chris Stapleton Publicly Apologizes to Wife Morgane at the CMAs and It Gets Emotional
Chris Stapleton publicly apologized to his wife, Morgane, at the 2024 CMA Awards after forgetting to thank her in his first speech, turning a big night into a heartfelt one.
Red Clay Strays Won Their First Ever CMA Award Ending Old Dominion’s Seven-Year Reign
The Red Clay Strays ended Old Dominion's seven-year streak at the 2025 CMA Awards, winning Vocal Group of the Year with grit, heart, and a promise to make "actual" country music someday.
Ernest Says Morgan Wallen “Doesn’t Give a F—” About CMAs While Backing Lainey Wilson
Ernest backs Lainey Wilson for CMA Entertainer of the Year while saying Morgan Wallen "doesn't give a f---" about awards and is too busy dominating the game.
Zach Top Accepts CMA New Artist of the Year With a Beer in Hand as the Crowd Eats It Up
Zach Top wins CMA New Artist of the Year with a beer in hand and zero apologies, marking a huge night for neotraditional country at the 2025 CMA Awards.
Stephen Wilson Jr. Just Stole the 2025 CMAs With a Haunting Performance of “Stand By Me”
Stephen Wilson Jr. stuns the 2025 CMA Awards with a chilling performance of "Stand By Me," honoring his late father and earning a standing ovation.
“you look like you love me” Closes Award Season With Seven Wins Across the ACM and CMA Awards
"you look like you love me" by Ella Langley and Riley Green ends award season with seven total wins across the CMA and ACM Awards after a surprise breakout year.
George Strait’s Rare CMA Appearance Honored Vince Gill as He Accepted the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award
George Strait made a rare CMA appearance to honor Vince Gill, who accepted the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award with heart, humor, and history.
The CMAs Lost Star Power as Morgan Wallen, Reba, Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, and Many More Skipped
Morgan Wallen, Reba, Blake Shelton, Carrie Underwood, and more skipped the 2025 CMA Awards, raising questions about the show's fading star power.
Here’s Why Lainey Wilson Won 2025 CMA Entertainer of the Year and What Put Her Over the Top
Lainey Wilson wins 2025 CMA Entertainer of the Year after a record-breaking world tour, chart-topping album, and a history-making solo hosting moment.
Here Are the 2025 CMA Awards Winners With the Full List and Unforgettable Moments
2025 CMA Awards winners and full list with standout moments live from Nashville as Lainey Wilson hosts, with Ella Langley and Megan Moroney chasing top honors.
Alan Jackson’s 2001 CMA Debut of “Where Were You” Still Brings Back All the Emotions
The CMA Awards 2001 captured Alan Jackson unveiling "Where Were You," a 9/11 tribute that stunned Nashville with raw grace and turned a quiet room into healing.
Natalie Maines Refused to Return to the CMAs After the Blowback From Beyoncé’s 2016 Performance
Natalie Maines vowed never to return to the CMA Awards after the 2016 backlash over her performance with Beyoncé, but for many country fans, the pop duet never belonged on that stage in the first place.
Miranda Lambert and Ashley McBryde Reportedly Banned From Sitting Together at the CMAs
Miranda Lambert and Ashley McBryde reportedly are no longer allowed to sit together at the CMA Awards after stealing the show with their rowdy table antics, proving their friendship is as wild and real as country music gets.
NFL Legend Brett Favre Wants a Patriot Like Jason Aldean to Perform at the Super Bowl
NFL legend Brett Favre slams the choice of Bad Bunny for the Super Bowl halftime show and instead calls for country patriots like Jason Aldean or George Strait to take the stage.
Remember When Faith Hill Yelled “WHAT!?” After Losing to Carrie Underwood at the 2006 CMAs
Faith Hill's infamous "WHAT?!" reaction after losing to Carrie Underwood at the 2006 CMA Awards sparked major controversy, but was it all just a misunderstood joke? Here's the wild story behind one of country music's most talked-about award show moments.
Morgan Wallen Receives CMA’s International Artist Award Before the Big Night Even Starts
Morgan Wallen scores the CMA's International Artist Achievement Award before the 2025 ceremony even begins, proving his global influence and reign over country music continues to grow.
Post Malone to Headline NFL Thanksgiving Halftime Show During Cowboys vs. Chiefs Game
Post Malone brings hometown pride to the Cowboys-Chiefs Thanksgiving game with a halftime show that promises Texas heat, big hits, and a whole lot of heart.
Cody Johnson Says He’s Disappointed Not to Be Performing at the 2025 CMA Awards
Cody Johnson bows out of performing at the 2025 CMA Awards to prioritize his health and stay true to his fans, proving real country still knows how to walk the walk.
When Waylon Jennings Signed His 1975 CMA Award With a NSFW Phrase and Zero Regrets
Waylon Jennings signed his 1975 CMA certificate with a blunt "F*** you" and zero regrets, proving once again that outlaw country was never about playing nice.
Morgan Wallen Turns His Spotify Billion-Stream Awards Into Chrome Rims on His ATV
Morgan Wallen turned his Spotify billion-stream plaques into zip-tied chrome rims on his ATV, proving once again that country success hits different in his world.
The Onstage Accident That Ended an ’80s Country Legend’s Touring Career for Good
Mel McDaniel's fall into an unmarked orchestra pit in 1996 ended his touring career and changed his life forever, but it never silenced his country music legacy.
When Alan Jackson Walked Out on Beyoncé at the CMAs and Took a Stand for Real Country
Alan Jackson walked out during Beyoncé's CMA performance in 2016 and sent a clear message that real country music still deserves its place on country's biggest night.
Kelly Clarkson Mocked Blake Shelton at a Fan Vow Renewal and Had the Whole Crowd Howling
Kelly Clarkson crashed her own Vegas show to officiate a fan's vow renewal and fired a hilarious shot at Blake Shelton that had the whole crowd howling.
Jelly Roll Admits He Was Falling Apart During His Isolating Australian Tour
Jelly Roll opens up about loneliness, anxiety, and breaking down during his isolating tour across Australia and New Zealand.
She Was a High School Teacher Before Winning Grammys and Taking Over Country Music
Donna Fargo’s journey from a high school English teacher to a Grammy winning country star, shaped by early dedication, late blooming ambition, and a life changing partnership.
Tyler Childers Leads All Country Grammy Nominees, Beating Out Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, and Shaboozey
Tyler Childers leads the 2026 country Grammy nominations with four nods, outshining mainstream stars like Morgan Wallen and Jelly Roll and proving that real country music still matters.
Vince Gill Set to Receive the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 CMAs
Vince Gill will receive the Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 CMA Awards, honoring his five-decade legacy of heartfelt songs, record-breaking accolades, and timeless influence on country music.
The Judds, Patty Loveless, and Martina McBride Perform ‘Stand By Your Man’ at 2000 ACMs
Dolly Parton, The Judds, Patty Loveless, and Martina McBride delivered a powerhouse tribute to Tammy Wynette at the 2000 ACMs with "Stand By Your Man," honoring her legacy with pure country fire.
George Strait Announces 2026 Concert at Jones AT&T Stadium in Long-Awaited Return
George Strait returns to Lubbock for a one-night-only stadium show in 2026, joined by Miranda Lambert and Hudson Westbrook for an all-Texas country music blowout.