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Rascal Flatts and actress Hayden Panettiere, star of ABC's Nashville, will honor the top country acts of 2012 as hosts of the third annual CMT Artists of the Year special premiering Dec. 8 at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The 90-minute special is the most exclusive gathering of country music superstars of the year and celebrates the class of 2012 with an evening of wall-to-wall performances and special appearances from others in the entertainment field. For the first time ever, CMT is keeping the list of honorees top secret until they are revealed on the night of the telecast. Previous honorees include Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Lady Antebellum, Brad Paisley, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood and Zac Brown Band.



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CMT Rebrands ARTIST OF THE YEAR Special in Wake of Vegas Shooting; Jason Aldean Amon Photo CMT Rebrands ARTIST OF THE YEAR Special in Wake of Vegas Shooting; Jason Aldean Amon Honorees
by Caryn Robbins - October 12, 2017

Following the devastating hurricanes, horrific California wildfires and tragic mass shooting in Las Vegas, CMT today announced plans to transform this year's CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR special from a year-end celebration honoring the top artists of the year, into a night of hope and healing...


CMT to Honor the One and Only Reba McEntire with ARTIST OF A LIFETIME Award Photo CMT to Honor the One and Only Reba McEntire with ARTIST OF A LIFETIME Award
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 27, 2019

CMT has announced that country music icon Reba McEntire will be honored with the 'Artist of a Lifetime' award presented by Ram Trucks at this year's 'CMT Artists of the Year' event. The 10th annual celebration will air LIVE from Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center on Wednesday, October 16 at 8p...


CMT Announces Year-Long Mentorship Program for the Industry's Next Rising Stars Photo CMT Announces Year-Long Mentorship Program for the Industry's Next Rising Stars
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 08, 2018

On the heels of CMT's highest ratings in four years* and, in continuation of its long-running history of supporting country music's emerging artists, the network today announced a first-of-its-kind, year-long mentorship program for the industry's next rising stars. The network will extend its Artist...


CMT Rebrands ARTIST OF THE YEAR Special in Wake of Vegas Shooting; Jason Aldean Amon Photo CMT Rebrands ARTIST OF THE YEAR Special in Wake of Vegas Shooting; Jason Aldean Amon Honorees
by Caryn Robbins - October 12, 2017

Following the devastating hurricanes, horrific California wildfires and tragic mass shooting in Las Vegas, CMT today announced plans to transform this year's CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR special from a year-end celebration honoring the top artists of the year, into a night of hope and healing...


2018 CMT Music Awards Adds Backstreet Boys, Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town & More Photo 2018 CMT Music Awards Adds Backstreet Boys, Carrie Underwood, Little Big Town & More to Performance Lineup
by Tori Hartshorn - May 29, 2018

Hosted by country chart-toppers Little Big Town, the '2018 CMT Music Awards' today announced the second round of A-list performers that will take over Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, June 6th at 8 pm ET/ PT. The newest superstars to join the already-impressive performance lineup include ...


Blake Shelton, Chris Stapleton, Kelly Clarkson, Luke Bryan, Sam Hunt & More to Perfor Photo Blake Shelton, Chris Stapleton, Kelly Clarkson, Luke Bryan, Sam Hunt & More to Perform at the 2018 CMT Music Awards
by Macon Prickett - May 23, 2018

Fresh off announcing that country super-group Little Big Town will host the “2018 CMT Music Awards,” CMT today revealed that Blake Shelton, Chris Stapleton, Kelly Clarkson, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan and Sam Hunt will perform at this year's show, premiering LIVE from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena ...


2017 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR Ranks as Most-Watched in Event History Photo 2017 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR Ranks as Most-Watched in Event History
by Caryn Robbins - October 20, 2017

Following the devastating hurricanes, horrific California wildfires and tragic mass shooting in Las Vegas, CMT transformed the annual 2017 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR special into a night of hope and healing through the power of music...


CMT to Honor Reba McEntire with 'Artist of a Lifetime' Award Photo CMT to Honor Reba McEntire with 'Artist of a Lifetime' Award
by Abigail Charpentier - September 27, 2019

CMT has announced that country music icon Reba McEntire will be honored with the “Artist of a Lifetime” award presented by Ram Trucks at this year's “CMT Artists of the Year” event. The 10th annual celebration will air LIVE from Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center on Wednesday, October 16 at 8p...


CMT Announces Record-Breaking Number of Performances for 2019 CMT MUSIC AWARDS Photo CMT Announces Record-Breaking Number of Performances for 2019 CMT MUSIC AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 15, 2019

CMT will make history this year as it packs the "2019 CMT Music Awards," with more performances than ever before, featuring superstars Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, Kane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan, Maren Morris, Thomas Rhett, and more to be announced. Hosted by award-winning musical talent ...


The Backstreet Boys, Chrissy Metz, Joel McHale, & More to Present at the 2018 CMT Mus Photo The Backstreet Boys, Chrissy Metz, Joel McHale, & More to Present at the 2018 CMT Music Awards
by Macon Prickett - June 04, 2018

With only two days to go before the big night, the "2018 CMT Music Awards" announced today the list of presenters featuring everyone from music industry icons to sports legends and Hollywood stars. The A-list roster includes Backstreet Boys, Bobby Bones, Brett Young, Carly Pearce, Chrissy Metz ("Thi...


Backstreet Boys, Phillip Phillips Join 2017 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR Performance Line Photo Backstreet Boys, Phillip Phillips Join 2017 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR Performance Line
by Caryn Robbins - October 18, 2017

CMT today announced pop icons Backstreet Boys and fan-favorite singer/songwriter Phillip Phillips have been added to the performance roster for this year's 2017 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR special airing live from Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center on Wednesday, October 18 at 8 PM ET/PT....


CMT Renews Production Deal with Veteran Producer John Hamlin's Switched on Entertainm Photo CMT Renews Production Deal with Veteran Producer John Hamlin's Switched on Entertainment
by Tori Hartshorn - May 01, 2018

CMT has renewed its production deal with Emmy Award-winning CMT veteran producer John Hamlin's Switched On Entertainment, it was announced today by CMT General Manager Frank Tanki....


Pistol Annies Drop STOP DROP AND ROLL ONE With Latest Release From Interstate Gospel Photo Pistol Annies Drop STOP DROP AND ROLL ONE With Latest Release From Interstate Gospel
by Tori Hartshorn - October 12, 2018

Country supertrio PISTOL ANNIES have released “Stop Drop and Roll One” off their anxiously-awaited third album INTERSTATE GOSPEL, releasing Nov. 2 on RCA Records Nashville....


Gabby Barrett Comes to the Capitol Theatre in September Photo Gabby Barrett Comes to the Capitol Theatre in September
by Stephi Wild - July 08, 2024

Gabby Barrett comes to the Capitol Theatre in September. The performance is on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at 7:30pm....


Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert Among Honorees of All-Female CMT Artists of the Yea Photo Carrie Underwood, Miranda Lambert Among Honorees of All-Female CMT Artists of the Year Show
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 11, 2018

In recognition of the undeniable influence and impact of female artists in country music, CMT today announced that for the first-time ever the annual “CMT Artists of the Year” special is dedicated to the women of country music—past, present and future. This year's all-female “Artists of the Year” ce...


Stifel Theatre Announces THE SEVENTH ANNUAL SANTA JAM Photo Stifel Theatre Announces THE SEVENTH ANNUAL SANTA JAM
by A.A. Cristi - October 01, 2018

iHeartMedia St. Louis radio station 93.7 The Bull, Number One For New Country in St. Louis, announces the line-up for the Seventh Annual Santa Jam. The concert will be held on Friday, December 7th at the Stifel Theatre in downtown St. Louis. The annual concert benefits Youth In Need....


Brandi Carlile Nominated For Artist Of The Year At 2019 Americana Awards Photo Brandi Carlile Nominated For Artist Of The Year At 2019 Americana Awards
by Tori Hartshorn - May 15, 2019

Acclaimed singer, songwriter and performer Brandi Carlile is nominated for Artist of the Yearat the 2019 Americana Music Association Honors & Awards. The annual awards ceremony will take place on September 11 at Nashville's historic Ryman Auditorium....


CMT Announces Record-Breaking Number of Performances for 2019 CMT MUSIC AWARDS Photo CMT Announces Record-Breaking Number of Performances for 2019 CMT MUSIC AWARDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - May 15, 2019

CMT will make history this year as it packs the "2019 CMT Music Awards," with more performances than ever before, featuring superstars Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, Kane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan, Maren Morris, Thomas Rhett, and more to be announced. Hosted by award-winning musical talent ...


Carrie Underwood, Luke Combs Among the 2019 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR Photo Carrie Underwood, Luke Combs Among the 2019 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 17, 2019

CMT today revealed it will honor superstar acts Carrie Underwood, Dan + Shay, Kane Brown, Luke Combs and Thomas Rhett as the top country artists of 2019 to be celebrated at this year's 10th Annual a?oeCMT Artists of the Yeara?? special, broadcasting LIVE from Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center...


CMT Shares Winter Programming Slate + Trailer for Final Season of NASHVILLE Photo CMT Shares Winter Programming Slate + Trailer for Final Season of NASHVILLE
by Caryn Robbins - November 30, 2017

On the heels of record ratings growth, CMT today announced a multi-platform winter slate of original programming including the premiere dates for new docu-series Music City, from the creator of The Hills and Laguna Beach, and CMT Crossroads: Kesha and Old Crow Medicine Show,...


Chris Young Wins CMT Music Award For Emotional 'Performance Of The Year' Photo Chris Young Wins CMT Music Award For Emotional 'Performance Of The Year'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 22, 2020

Multi-platinum entertainer Chris Young is humbled to have won his first-ever CMT Music Award trophy....


Chrissy Metz, Lady Antebellum Among Lineup for 2019 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR Photo Chrissy Metz, Lady Antebellum Among Lineup for 2019 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 10, 2019

CMT today revealed its star-studded lineup of performers and presenters for the “2019 CMT Artists of the Year” special, airing LIVE from Nashville's Schermerhorn Symphony Center on Wednesday, October 16 at 8pm ET/PT on CMT. The growing list includes some of the biggest stars from music, television a...


CMT Renews Production Deal With Veteran Producer John Hamlin's Switched On Entertainm Photo CMT Renews Production Deal With Veteran Producer John Hamlin's Switched On Entertainment
by Macon Prickett - May 01, 2018

CMT has renewed its production deal with Emmy Award-winning CMT veteran producer John Hamlin's Switched On Entertainment, it was announced today by CMT General Manager Frank Tanki....


Gladys Knight, Tori Kelly, and More to Perform on 2018 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR Photo Gladys Knight, Tori Kelly, and More to Perform on 2018 CMT ARTISTS OF THE YEAR
by Kaitlin Milligan - October 03, 2018

To continue this year's celebration of women, CMT has added seven new powerhouse performances to the “2018 CMT Artists of the Year” lineup: Carrie Underwood with CMT Next Women of Country and tour mates Maddie & Tae and Runaway June; Miranda Lambert and Pistol Annies; Kelsea Ballerini with Alison Kr...


Shanna Strassberg Joins CMT as Vice President of Music & Talent Photo Shanna Strassberg Joins CMT as Vice President of Music & Talent
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 05, 2019

Talent and production executive Shanna Strassberg has joined CMT as Vice President of Music & Talent, it was announced today by Leslie Fram, Senior Vice President, Music Strategy & Talent, CMT. Strassberg will be responsible for driving music and artist integration efforts and steer strategic direct...






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