The Country Music Association has unveiled the nominees for the 59th Annual CMA Awards, officially launching this year’s awards season. The announcement celebrates the artists, songwriters, producers, and industry professionals whose contributions have defined country music over the past year.
CMA Chief Executive Officer Sarah Trahern praised the field of nominees. “Each year, the CMA Awards shine a light on the creativity, passion and dedication of our community,” she said. “The nominees announced today represent some of the most impactful work happening across Country Music, and we are deeply appreciative of our voting members for lending their time and expertise to this process. Their commitment helps ensure the CMA Awards remain a true reflection of the genre’s excellence. On behalf of CMA, congratulations to all of this year’s nominees.”
Leading this year’s nominations are Ella Langley, Megan Moroney and Lainey Wilson with six each. Zach Top follows closely with five nominations, while Riley Green and Cody Johnson both received four. Other top contenders include Kristian Bush, Carson Chamberlain, Luke Combs, Charlie Handsome, Chris Stapleton and Morgan Wallen, who each secured three nominations.
Entertainer of the Year
- Luke Combs
- Cody Johnson
- Chris Stapleton
- Morgan Wallen
- Lainey Wilson
Album of the Year
- Whirlwind – Lainey Wilson
- Am I Okay? – Megan Moroney
- Cold Beer & Country Music – Zach Top
- I’m The Problem – Morgan Wallen
- F-1 Trillion – Post Malone
Single of the Year
- “you look like you love me” – Ella Langley & Riley Green
- “Am I Okay?” – Megan Moroney
- “4x4xU” – Lainey Wilson
- “I Never Lie” – Zach Top
- “Ain’t No Love In Oklahoma” – Luke Combs
Song of the Year
- “you look like you love me” – Ella Langley, Riley Green, Aaron Raitiere
- “Am I Okay?” – Megan Moroney, Jessie Jo Dillon, Luke Laird
- “4x4xU” – Lainey Wilson, Jon Decious, Aaron Raitiere
- “I Never Lie” – Zach Top, Carson Chamberlain, Tim Nichols
Female Vocalist of the Year
- Ella Langley
- Megan Moroney
- Lainey Wilson
- Kacey Musgraves
- Carly Pearce
Male Vocalist of the Year
- Luke Combs
- Zach Top
- Cody Johnson
- Chris Stapleton
- Morgan Wallen
New Artist of the Year
- Ella Langley
- Shaboozey
- Zach Top
- Tucker Wetmore
- Stephen Wilson JR
Vocal Group of the Year
- Lady A
- Little Big Town
- Old Dominion
- Rascal Flatts
- The Red Clay Strays
Vocal Duo of the Year
- Brooks & Dunn
- Brothers Osborne
- Dan + Shay
- Maddie & Tae
- The War and Treaty
In addition to established stars, this year’s list welcomes several first-time nominees. Among them are Johnny Clawson, Jon Decious, Jessie Jo Dillon, Josh Dorr, Alexandra Gavillet, Lalo Guzman, Jimmy Harnen, Brandon Lake, Micah Nichols, John Park, Aaron Raitiere, Matt Rovey, Kyle Sturrock, Wales Toney, Tucker Wetmore, and Stephen Wilson Jr.
The 59th Annual CMA Awards will broadcast live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, November 19, from 8:00 to 11:00 PM EST on ABC, with streaming available the next day on Hulu.
Final voting opens October 1 and runs through October 29, with winners determined by the CMA’s 7,132 eligible voting members.
Tickets for the ceremony are on sale now at cmaawards.com/tickets.
