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The Red Clay Strays Bring a Band-First Identity to the 2026 CMA Awards Stage
On a night for country music's biggest stars, The Red Clay Strays are set to bring their soulful, band-first ethos to the 2026 CMA Awards.
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Inside the 2026 CMA Awards Battle Between Artistic Songwriting and Commercial Singles
The 2026 CMA Awards highlighted Nashville's classic dilemma: do you reward the song that owned the charts or the one that redefined the craft?
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Luke Combs vs. Chris Stapleton: What to Listen for Before the 2026 CMA Awards
Ahead of the 2026 CMA Awards, we break down the epic musical showdown between Entertainer of the Year nominees Luke Combs and Chris Stapleton.
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Why Three Guitarists Dominate the 2026 CMA Musician of the Year Ballot
With three guitarists nominated for the 2026 CMA Musician of the Year, a debate is brewing over the sonic identity of modern country music.
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How CMA's 2026 Dolly Parton Tributes Celebrate Her Music and Legacy
The recent CMA tribute to Dolly Parton was far more than a simple walk down memory lane, cementing her legacy as a living blueprint for the future.
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Dave Clauss and the Mix Engineer's Place in the 2026 CMA Awards Race
As the 2026 CMA Awards approach, mixer Dave Clauss's three nominations shine a spotlight on the crucial, but often overlooked, art of the mix engineer.
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The Two Stories Behind Stephen Wilson Jr.'s CMA-Nominated Song 'Gary'
At the 2026 CMA Awards, Stephen Wilson Jr.'s 'Gary' showcased his unique ability to blend heartbreaking tragedy with a celebration of blue-collar life.
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Taylor Swift to perform at CMA Awards for first time in 13 years
Taylor Swift's return was announced on "Good Morning America" on Friday the 13th, five days before country music's biggest night.
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The Songwriters Behind the 2026 CMA Awards Song of the Year Nominees
Beyond the big-name performers, who were the most nominated songwriters at the 2026 CMA Awards? We tally the credits to find the year's true MVPs.
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Why Stephen Wilson Jr.'s Four Nominations Complicate the 2026 CMA Awards 'New Artist' Label
With four major CMA nominations, Stephen Wilson Jr. is a breakout star, but his long career highlights a growing debate about what 'new' really means.
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USA Today
Morgan Wallen announces 2027 stadium tour – See dates, supporting acts
Country superstar Morgan Wallen will wrap his Last Time I Checked Tour back in his home state of Tennessee.
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Rolling Stone
Morgan Wallen Plots 2027 Last Time I Checked Tour
Brooks & Dunn, Hardy, Thomas Rhett, Cole Swindell, and Stella Lefty will serve as support
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