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“It’s a big deal”: Jimmie Allen reflects on the impact of Darius Rucker’s 2020 CMAs hosting gig

ABC/CMAAs the country music world counts down to the 2020 CMA Awards tonight, Jimmie Allen is reflecting on how Darius Rucker’s role as host will impact representation of Black artists in the genre. “It’s a big deal,” the singer and New Artist of the Year nominee says. “Because you figure the only other Black person …

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Kelsea Ballerini revealed as final CMAs performer, plus more details about Reba McEntire + Darius Rucker’s duet

CMA/ABCAhead of tonight’s show, the CMA has revealed that Kelsea Ballerini will take the stage at the 2020 CMA Awards to perform her new single, “hole in the bottle.” She’s the final new performer to be announced. That song comes off of Kelsea’s self-titled third studio album, which first came out in March. A few …

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Carly Pearce, Lee Brice and Miranda Lambert are early winners at the 2020 CMA Awards

ABC/CMAThe 2020 CMA Awards ceremony may not be kicking off until tonight, but Carly Pearce, Lee Brice and Miranda Lambert are already winners at this year’s show. Carly and Lee are taking home the trophy of CMA Musical Event of the Year for their hit duet, “I Hope You’re Happy Now.” Carly released the song, …

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Reba and Darius have plenty of chemistry to guide the CMA Awards through 2020

ABC/CMATonight may be Reba McEntire and Darius Rucker‘s first time hosting the CMA Awards together, but it’s instantly obvious the two have chemistry.  “This year is a really crazy year and different,” Darius explains, “and to be hosting with Reba is such an honor. We’re gonna try to just get the performers on the stage… and be good …

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Brad Paisley, Mickey Guyton performing at Stand Up for Heroes

Phylicia J.L. MunnCountry music will be represented during the 2020 Stand Up for Heroes event.  The New York-based event that honor veterans and their families will feature virtual performances by Brad Paisley and Mickey Guyton, who appear alongside a diverse roster of musicians and comedians including Bruce Springsteen and Sheryl Crow, actor/comedians Tiffany Haddish and Ray Romano, comedians Iliza Shlesinger, Nate Bargatze and Ronny Chieng, comedy writer Jeannie Gaffigan and more.  The event, which …

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Tim McGraw, Chris Young among performers at Tracy Lawrence’s Turkey Fry

MISSION:POSSIBLE Tracy Lawrence has called on several of his peers to perform at the 2020 Mission:Possible Turkey Fry and Benefit Concert on November 24 to provide support for the homeless community in Nashville.  Tim McGraw, Chris Young, Cole Swindell, Mitchell Tenpenny, John Rich and David Tolliver will all participate in the virtual concert in benefit of the Nashville Rescue Mission, which will be live streamed from the Wildhorse Saloon on Talk …

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Darius Rucker reflects on “Times Like This” in new song with Diane Warren

BMGDarius Rucker has teamed up with legendary songwriter Diane Warren on the first single from her upcoming debut album.  The track, called “Times Like This,” is about perservering through hard times. It was released in partnership with Wounded Warrior Project to commemorate Veteran’s Day. The video, filmed at The Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, also debuted Tuesday. “There was only one artist I …

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Jimmie Allen, Scotty McCreery & more joining with Musicians on Call to perform for veterans

John ShearerJimmie Allen, Sheryl Crow, Jon Pardi and Scotty McCreery are among the genre-spanning artists teaming up with Musicians on Call (MOC) to give back to our nation’s heroes this Veterans Day.  To continue bringing the gift of music to veterans safely during the COVID-19 pandemic, MOC has partnered with Wrangler to present the Concert for Veterans, in which …

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Luke Combs grateful for success ahead of CMAs: “I can’t believe all the things that have happened to me”

CMALuke Combs is one of the most nominated artists at the 2020 CMA Awards, and he feels a deep sense of humility in the accomplishments.  During an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, the multi chart-topper was asked which award of the six awards for which he’s nominated he wants more: Entertainer of the Year or Album of the …

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Miranda Lambert is “really happy” two women are nominated for CMA Entertainer of the Year

ABC/Image Group LAFor Miranda Lambert, being nominated for Entertainer of the Year at the CMA Awards is a little different this year.  The country superstar, who will be performing a stripped down rendition of her new single “Settling Down” during the show, says that an EOTY win this year is more about one’s impact on the …

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