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Watch now: Old Dominon says CMA nominations prove they’re “doing the right thing”

ABC RadioSince they arrived on the scene, Old Dominion has scored a string of hits, as well as critical acclaim, so you wouldn’t think they’d feel insecure about anything.  But singer Matthew Ramsey says the two CMA nominations they’ve scored this year really make them feel like they’ve been embraced by the country music community. …

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Watch now: New Artist nominee Luke Combs ready for his “cornerstone moment” at this year’s CMA Awards

ABC RadioLuke Combs is nominated as a New Artist of the Year at Wednesday’s CMA Awards.  He says winning the trophy would mean a lot to him. “It would mean, obviously, a lot of hard work coming to a point of recognition from the industry. That’s a cool thing,” he tells ABC Radio. “We’ve been …

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Watch now: Brett Eldredge is still glad he skipped the CMAs for the Cubs last year

ABC RadioBrett Eldredge is a lifelong Chicago Cubs fan and doesn’t regret skipping the CMA Awards last year to watch the Cubs win the World Series. “It was something that needed to happen which was the best decision of my life,” Brett says about attending the Cubs’ victory game. “I look like a genius because …

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Watch now: Little Big Town reacts to Rascal Flatts saying they hope LBT doesn’t win: “Thanks for the love”

ABC RadioMonday, Rascal Flatts told ABC Radio that while they love Little Big Town, they’re hoping that they don’t win this year’s CMA Vocal Group of the Year trophy.  Why?  It seems Flatts don’t want LBT to tie their record of most consecutive wins in that category.  Now, Little Big Town has responded. “Did they …

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WATCH NOW: Cam wishes the CMA Awards would spread the love a bit more

ABC/Image Group LACam is both a performer and admirer of country music, but she admits that she wishes award shows like the CMAs would switch up the nominees and the winners a bit more each year. “Country music, we always like to have the same people for a few years in a row, which is …

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Reba to welcome Kelsea, Luke, Lady A, LBT & more to her “CMA Country Christmas”

Courtesy CMAThis year, Reba McEntire is taking over from Jennifer Nettles as the host of ABC’s CMA Country Christmas, and now we know who’ll be joining her for the holiday spectacular. Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan, Dan + Shay, Brett Eldredge, Alan Jackson, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Dustin Lynch, Trisha Yearwood, Chris Young, new duo …

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WATCH NOW: Lady Antebellum love the CMAs’ “reunion” atmosphere…and Brad & Carrie’s jokes

ABC/Randy HolmesLady Antebellum have two CMA Awards nods this year: Vocal Group of the Year and Album of the Year for Heart Break. It’ll be a jam packed night for the trio, who will help open the show with a special performance. That opening number, which will include Darius Rucker, Eric Church, Keith Urban, and additional …

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Watch now: Garth Brooks says he’s “nervous” going into this year’s CMA Awards

ABC/Randy HolmesIt’s hard to imagine Garth Brooks being nervous about the CMA Awards. After all, the country icon is the reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year. “Last year, we didn’t think we were going to win it and they call your name,” Garth tells ABC Radio. “Now this year I’m nervous. Last year, you just …

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Watch now: Kane Brown’s CMA red carpet look will pay tribute to Brad Paisley

John Lamparski/WireImageKane Brown will be making his debut CMA Awards performance on Wednesday night, singing a special duet with Brad Paisley.  Kane admits he grew up covering the CMA co-host’s songs. “For my first appearance to be with Brad Paisley, it’s amazing!” he tells ABC Radio. “I never really watched the CMAs [growing up] so …

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Shania Twain to serve as guest character in “Home Street” mobile game

Home Street c/o SupersolidShania Twain will be taking on a brand-new role as an in-game character in Supersolid’s mobile game Home Street. The country star is the first guest character to appear across the gaming franchise. According to a statement, Shania’s character will lead players through stories, two music videos from Now, and allow them to purchase exclusive outfits …

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