The lineup for the 59th Annual CMA Awards is becoming increasingly impressive, with Kelsea Ballerini, Kenny Chesney, Brandi Carlile, and many more performers recently announced. The ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, airing on ABC at 8 PM EST/7 PM CST, with a streaming option available the following day on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.
The growing list of performers also includes Riley Green, Miranda Lambert, Patty Loveless, Old Dominion, The Red Clay Strays, and Chris Stapleton. Earlier announcements featured artists like BigXThaPlug, Luke Combs, Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Shaboozey, Zach Top, Tucker Wetmore, Lainey Wilson, and Stephen Wilson Jr. Adding to the excitement, Lainey Wilson will take on hosting duties for the event.
In a celebratory moment, Vince Gill is set to receive the prestigious Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring his significant contributions to the music industry.
Fans eager to catch all the action can look forward to the live streaming preshow, “On The Red Carpet at the CMA Awards,” which begins at 5 PM ET/2 PM PT. This pre-show will feature live interviews with nominees, performers, and presenters, along with red carpet fashion commentary. Viewers can access the preshow live at OnTheRedCarpet.com, CMAAwards.com, YouTube.com/OnTheRedCarpet, and Hulu.
The anticipation for the CMA Awards continues to build, promising a memorable night celebrating the best in country music.