ABC/Lorenzo BevilaquaBrothers Osborne are set to make their debut performance on the CMA Awards this Wednesday. The duo — made up of brothers TJ and John Osborne — are also up for Vocal Duo of the Year and Music Video of the Year, for “Ain’t My Fault.” They say they’ll be giving their all during their first performance on the …
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Nov 06
Watch now: Jon Pardi says he’s a CMA winner whether he wins or loses
ABC/Image Group LAJon Pardi has a big night ahead of him Wednesday. The country singer will be performing at the CMA Awards in Nashville, where he’s also nominated for two awards — New Artist of the Year and Single of the Year, for “Dirt on My Boots.” While the California native admits it’d be amazing …
Nov 06
Watch now: Lauren Alaina will celebrate her birthday at the CMA Awards
ABC/Lou RoccoLauren Alaina turns 23 Wednesday, and she’s already received the best birthday gift: a CMA Awards nomination. “I am nominated for the first time ever for Best New Artist and the awards are on my birthday,” she tells ABC Radio. “My 23rd birthday is Wednesday so I have my first-ever CMA nomination on my …
Nov 06
LOCASH prays for a win, but know they’re the CMA “underdogs”
ABC RadioLOCASH are honored to be among a long list of nominees recognized at the CMA Awards on Wednesday. While the country duo is humbled for the nod as Vocal Duo of the Year — alongside Florida Georgia Line, Dan + Shay, Brothers Osborne, and Maddie & Tae — they’re not betting on a win. …
Nov 06
Watch now: Kelsea Ballerini on drinks with Reba, CMA outfit changes and “not earning” a trophy
ABC/Paula LoboOn Wednesday night’s CMA Awards, Kelsea Ballerini‘s not only nominated, she’s also teaming up with none other than Reba McEntire for a special performance. Kelsea says not long ago, Reba invited her out for drinks so they could get to know one another before their performance, which she really appreciated. “That’s such a pro …
Nov 06
Watch: Maren Morris says she and pop star Niall Horan are gonna “blow it out” on CMA night
ABC/Mark LevineAt the CMA Awards on Wednesday night, Maren Morris will be duetting with pop star Niall [nile] Horan of One Direction fame on the song. The two will sing “Seeing Blind,” a track from Niall’s #1 debut solo album, Flicker. Maren says she can’t wait. “I’m excited! It’s gonna be a really fun night,” …
Nov 06
Thomas Rhett at the CMAs: Dad in the audience, daughters on the carpet
ABC/Mark LevineThomas Rhett‘s CMA Awards night Wednesday will be a real family affair. Not only will his dad, chart-topping singer/songwriter Rhett Akins, be in the audience, but his wife Lauren will be with him — and maybe even his daughters. One of the reasons TR has had such an “Unforgettable” year has been the arrival …
Nov 06
Watch now: Rascal Flatts on their CMA chances: “I hope that Little Big Town doesn’t break our record”
Donn Jones/CMARascal Flatts are up for Vocal Group of the Year at this year’s CMA Awards, but they’re not too enthusiastic about their chances of winning this year. “It’s getting harder, all these people are creepin’ up behind us, trying to get on our stuff,” Jay DeMarcus tells ABC Radio. “And Little Big Town’s gettin’ …
Nov 06
The main reason Garth Brooks hopes he wins his 6th Entertainer of the Year trophy
ABC/Randy HolmesGarth Brooks already is the winningest Entertainer of the Year in CMA history, having taken home the honor five times, most recently in 2016. Wednesday night, the G-man has the chance to claim his sixth Entertainer trophy. All his thoughts about winning, however, go straight to his band and crew. “I don’t know,” he tells …
Nov 06
ABC’s “American Idol” to premiere on March 11
ABC/FremantleMedia/19 EntertainmentAmerican Idol finally has a premiere date. ABC’s reboot of the iconic singing competition will premiere Sunday, March 11 at 8 p.m. ET. Auditions for the show began in August, covering 23 cities from Portland, OR to Orlando, FL, encompassing on-site tryouts, online submissions and live-streaming auditions. No word on how many nights per …