The nomination for the 55th ACM Awards were announce on Feb. 27, and while artists like Dan + Shay, Maren Morris and Thomas Rhett racked up multiple nominations, there were more than a few questionable omissions—as well as inclusions—in the nomination process. Based on my first glance, here are the snubs and surprises from the…… MORE
Breakdown–ACM Awards Nominations: Dan Smyers (6), Shay Mooney (5), Maren Morris (5), Thomas Rhett (5) & More
Top Artist Nominees: Fast Facts Dan Smyers of Dan + Shay, 6 nominations Matthew Ramsey, Trevor Rosen and Brad Tursi of Old Dominion, 6 nominations Shay Mooney of Dan + Shay, 5 nominations Maren Morris, 5 nominations Thomas Rhett, 5 nominations, Dann Huff, 5 nominations Geoff Sprung & Whit Sellers of Old Dominion, 5 nominations…… MORE
ACM Awards Nominations: Updated List
As the nominations for the ACM Awards are announced across various platforms beginning at 7.30 a.m. CT on Feb. 27, Nash Country Daily will update this post. Song of the Year (Awarded to Songwriter/Publisher/Artist) “10,000 Hours” – Dan + Shay feat. Justin Bieber, written by Justin Bieber, Jason “Poo Bear” Boyd, Jessie Jo Dillon, Shay…… MORE
Listen to Keith Urban’s New Song, “God Whispered Your Name”
In addition to being named host of the 55th ACM Awards, Keith Urban released a new song, “God Whispered Your Name,” on Feb. 27. “We have brand-new music coming out today—finally,” said Keith via a video on Twitter. “This song is called ‘God Whispered Your Name.’ It is brand new—part of a whole bunch of…… MORE
Keith Urban to Host ACM Awards for the First Time on April 5
The Academy of Country Music announced that Keith Urban will host the 55th ACM Awards on April 5 in Las Vegas. This will be Keith’s first time hosting the ACM Awards. “As if having a new song [“God Whispered Your Name”] out today wasn’t enough, I also get to host the ACMs in April,” said…… MORE
Watch Dustin Lynch Perform Fiery New Single, “Momma’s House,” on “Jimmy Kimmel”
Dustin Lynch stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live on Feb. 25 to perform a set on the show’s outdoor stage. In addition to performing “Small Town Boy,” “Where It’s At” and “Ridin’ Roads,” Dustin treated fans to his new single, “Momma’s House.” The fiery tune, which was penned by Dylan Schneider, Michael Lotten, Rodney Clawson and…… MORE
Carly Pearce, Michael Ray, Chris Young, Charles Esten & More Help Raise $1 Million at 12th Annual T.J. Martell Foundation Gala
The T.J. Martell Foundation hosted its 12th annual Nashville Honors Gala on Feb. 24, raising more than $1 million for cancer research. Honorees at this year’s gala, which was hosted by Charles Esten, were treated to performances by Vince Gill, Carly Pearce, Michael Ray, Wade Hayes, CeCe Winans and Rascal Flatts. In addition, Reba McEntire,…… MORE
Garth Brooks to Become One of Only Nine Artists in History to Receive “Billboard Icon Award”
Country Music Hall of Fame member Garth Brooks will soon add another award to his crowded trophy case: the Billboard Icon Award. Garth will be presented with the award at the 2020 Billboard Music Awards, which will broadcast live from Las Vegas on April 29 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. Garth will also perform…… MORE
Nominations & Host for the ACM Awards to Be Announced on Feb. 27
The Academy of Country Music will announce this year’s host and full list of nominees for the 55th ACM Awards on Feb. 27. The host will be announced via the Academy of Country Music’s social media accounts at 8 a.m ET, followed by a press conference to announce nominees at 8:30 a.m. ET. Lauren Alaina,…… MORE
Florida Georgia Line Makes Public Play for Collaboration With Carrie Underwood
Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley of Florida Georgia Line have released collaborations with some of music’s biggest stars, including Luke Bryan (“This Is How We Roll”), The Backstreet Boys (“God, Your Mama and Me”) Bebe Rexha (“Meant to Be”), Justin Bieber (“Yummy Country Remix”) and more. On Feb. 25, the duo made a public plea…… MORE
