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Miranda Lambert was born November 10, 1983, in Lindale, TX, a small town about 80 miles east of Dallas, the daughter of country guitar player and songwriter Rick Lambert (her mother, Bev, ran a detective agency). Growing up in a house dedicated to country music, she began entering country talent contests when she was 16, and appeared as part of the Johnny High Country music Review in Arlington, TX.

Lambert learned to play guitar and immediately began writing her own songs, continuing to enter talent contests (one led to her appearing in a potato chip ad and a part in the 2001 teen comedy Slap Her She’s French). At 17 (while still in high school) she formed the Texas Pride lineup and began gigging professionally, and later in 2001, with financial help from her father, she put forth an independent CD, Miranda Lambert, that showcased her songs, two of which, “Texas Pride” and “Somebody Else,” actually entered the Texas material charts.

In 2003 she finished first in the Texas auditions for the Nashville Star tv show, moving to Nashville to appear on it, eventually finishing third in the competition, which led to a recording contract with Sony. Still only 21 years old, her first major-label single, “Me and Charlie Talking,” was issued in 2004, and the consequent album, Kerosene, for which Lambert wrote or co-wrote ten of the 11 tracks, appeared in 2005 on Epic Records, came by Crazy Ex-Girlfriend in 2007. Revolution was put forth in 2009.

Miranda Lambert Doubles Down with “The Weight of These Wings” Double Album

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MIRANDA LAMBERT REVEALS THAT THE WEIGHT OF THESE WINGS IS A DOUBLE ALBUM DISC TITLES TO BE THE WEIGHT OF THESE WINGS: THE NERVE THE WEIGHT OF THESE WINGS: THE HEART  Nashville, TN – RCA Nashville GRAMMY Award-winner, Miranda Lambert, continues to share details pertaining to first studio album in two years, The Weight Of These Wings, which releases November 18. The Weight Of These Wings is set to be a double album, consisting of 24 songs. Lambert has given each “disc” its own specific title; Disc 1 will be titled THE NERVE and Disc 2 THE HEART. About Miranda Lambert: RCA Records Nashville singer/songwriter Miranda Lambert touts five studio albums to her repertoire; Kerosene (2005), Crazy Ex-Girlfriend (2007), Revolution (2009), Four The Record (2011) and Platinum (2014), the latter earning Lambert a GRAMMY Award for Best Country Album, in addition to her previous GRAMMY win for Best Female Country Vocal Performance in 2010 for “The House That Built Me.” The Texas native is set to release her sixth album, The Weight Of These Wings, on November 18, 2016. The first song released from The Weight Of These Wings, “Vice,” hit the Country Radio airwaves on July 18th touting a tally of 109 first week monitored reporting stations spinning the new song. Miranda Lambert’s The Weight Of These Wings album artwork Credit: Courtesy of Sony Music Nashville

Grand Opening of Miranda Lambert’s Pink Pistol in Lindale, TX

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Bigger and better Pinktoberfest 2016 Pinktoberfest is going to be bigger and pinker than ever before!  Celebrating the grand opening of Miranda Lambert’s brand new Pink Pistol location as well as the barbeque and music joint, Love and War in Texas, there’s going to be something for everyone at The Cannery in Lindale on October 22nd, with this Texas-size block party set to kick off at 10:00AM. Miranda’s experiential shopping lifestyle boutique, The Pink Pistol (hours for October 22 – 11am-8pm) will have a larger inventory than previous locations, more “Miranda’ize” merchandise, and unique shopping opportunities for her fans.  In addition to the old fashioned soda fountain that will be open all day, there will be interactive opportunities with three photo booths and a big screen slideshow. As Miranda expressed in the spring, “It feels full circle to have everything under one ‘roof’ basically where it all began in my hometown of Lindale. Everyone is encouraged to come dressed as pink as possible to win prizes for the Pretty in Pink contest for people and pets.  There will be a performance by the Lindale High School Cheerleaders and Star Steppers.  Also, in addition to the official Terlingua North Chill Cook-off benefitting Susan G. Komen (judging at 2pm), there will be a very special Pink Pistol Pink Chili Competition (also judging at 2pm).  And, there will be wine tastings all day long in the Red 55 Hemingway Room. Visitors can enjoy live Texas music and authentic Texas food all day and night at Love and War in Texas (open 11:00AM-2:00AM).  Charlie Robison (who served as a judge on “Nashville Star”) will be performing in the evening. And for those brave enough, there will be a habanero pepper eating contest (2:00PM). The very special, Miranda Lambert Rose, will be on display at the event.  Sales of the rose help support Miranda’s MuttNation Foundation, which will be holding an adoption drive from 11:00AM-1:00PM.  MuttNation co-founder, Bev Lambert, explains, “Pinktoberfest is a wonderful opportunity to adopt a pet in need of a forever home.  We are so excited to be a part of this event.  Whatever else Miranda does, her passion for the animals is always a constant and guiding force, one that started right here in Lindale.”  Tours of the MuttNation Foundation mobile unit will also be available.  

Miranda Lambert to Receive ACM Merle Haggard Spirit Award at ACM Honors

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Miranda Lambert will receive the inaugural ACM Merle Haggard Spirit Award at the 10th Annual ACM Honors™. The 10th Annual ACM Honors will tape TODAY, August 30 at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, and make its television debut on Friday, September 9 (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Hosted by Multi-ACM Award®-Winning Group Lady Antebellum, ACM Honors Two-Hour Special to be Taped at Nashville’s Historic Ryman Auditorium on Tuesday, August 30 Tweet: .@ACMawards to present new ACM Merle Haggard Spirit Award to @mirandalambert at 10th #ACMHonors airing Fri, 9/9 at 9pm ET/PT on @CBS! ENCINO, CA (August 29, 2016) – The Academy of Country Music® (ACM) announced today that Miranda Lambert willreceive the inaugural ACM Merle Haggard Spirit Award at the 10th Annual ACM Honors™. Approved by the ACM Special Awards Panel and voted on by the ACM Board, this new award will honor uncompromising artists in the spirit of Merle Haggard, while acknowledging a man who has figured prominently in ACM history. “Merle was an integral part of the Academy’s history, and it was important to us that we honor his legacy. We couldn’t imagine anyone better suited to receive the first ever ACM Merle Haggard Spirit Award than Miranda,” said ACM EVP/Managing Director Tiffany Moon. The 10th Annual ACM Honors™ is an evening dedicated to celebrating the special honorees and off-camera category winners from the 51st Academy of Country Music Awards and will feature performances by Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Cam, Toby Keith, Alicia Keys, Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris, Blake Shelton, Cole Swindell, Keith Urban, Chris Young, Dan + Shay, The Band Perry and hosts Lady Antebellum. The two-hour special will tape on Tuesday, August 30 at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, and make its television debut on Friday, September 9 (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. For more information on the Academy of Country Music and the ACM Honors, please visit www.acmcountry.com. About ACM Merle Haggard Spirit Award Criteria The ACM Merle Haggard Spirit Award, created this year, will be awarded to a singer-songwriter and performer whose career reflects the uncompromising integrity and steadfastness of spirit embodied by the late Merle Haggard. Beyond crafting iconic songs and delivering genuine performances, this deserving artist—like Haggard—is characterized by their singular vision in carving an indelible path in country music. About ACM Honors™ ACM Honors™ is an evening dedicated to recognizing the special honorees and off-camera category winners from the Academy of Country Music Awards, including the Special Awards, Studio Recording Awards and Songwriter of the Year Award winners. The 10th Annual ACM Honors takes place Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium and – for the first time ever – will be produced for television by dick clark productions to be broadcast onFriday, September 9 (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Allen Shapiro, Mike Mahan, R.A. Clark, Barry Adelman and Mark Bracco are executive producers. Tiffany Moon is executive producer for the Academy of Country Music.

Alicia Keys, Miranda Lambert, Chris Young, Dan+Shay, and The Band Perry to Perform at ACM Honors

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The Academy of Country Music® (ACM) announced that Alicia Keys, Miranda Lambert, Chris Young, Dan + Shay and The Band Perry will all perform at the 10TH ANNUAL ACM HONORS™ rounding out the star-studded lineup. It was also announced that Mike Fisher, Emmylou Harris, Martina McBride and Thomas Rhett will present at the ceremony taking place Tuesday, August 30 at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium.  Previously announced performers include Jason Aldean, Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Cam, Toby Keith, Maren Morris, Blake Shelton, Cole Swindell, Keith Urban and hosts Lady Antebellum.  The 10TH ACM Honors™ is an evening dedicated to celebrating the special honorees and off-camera category winners from the 51st Academy of Country Music Awards. Hosted by multi-ACM Award-winning group Lady Antebellum, the two-hour special will tape on Tuesday, August 30 at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium, and make its television debut on Friday, September 9 (9:00-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. Tickets for the special taping are available for purchase to the general public now at Ticketmaster.com.  For more information on the Academy of Country Music and the ACM Honors, please visit www.acmcountry.com.  

New Miranda Lambert Song “Vice” Out Monday!

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RCA Nashville’s reigning six-time consecutive CMA and seven-time consecutive ACM Female Vocalist of the Year, Miranda Lambert is set to release her new song “Vice” to Country radio this Monday, July 18, at 2pm CT/3pm ET. In addition to prepping her sixth studio album, Lambert has been on the road with her headlining Keeper of the Flame Tour as well as joining Kenny Chesney on his “Spread the Love” Tour performing in stadiums around the country this summer. About Miranda Lambert: Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Miranda Lambert is the reigning six-time CMA and seven-time ACM Female Vocalist of the Year (the first time any female has won 7 consecutive years). The Texas native touts 5 studio albums to her repertoire; Kerosene (2005), Crazy Ex-Girlfriend (2007), Revolution (2009), Four The Record (2011) and Platinum (2014), the latter earning Lambert a GRAMMY Award for Best Country Album, in addition to her previous GRAMMY win for Best Female Country Vocal Performance in 2010 for “The House That Built Me.” The first single off of Lambert’s last studio album, Platinum, “Automatic,” was Lambert’s highest charting first week single to date and won CMA and ACM “Song of the Year”. Platinum made history when it debuted atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums Chart, making Lambert the first country artist in the history of the chart to have each of her five albums debut at number 1. Platinum also debuted at the top of the all genre Billboard 200 as the number 1 album in the Nation. In addition to her award winning music, she dedicates much of her time to her MuttNation Foundation, an organization that supports shelters and helps pets find a forever home. She also owns a lifestyle boutique, general store she named, The Pink Pistol, that is located in her hometown of Lindale, Texas. Visit www.MirandaLambert.com for specific date announcements.

AT&T, AUDIENCE Network, and iHeartMedia present: iHeartCountryFestival Airing Friday, May 13 at 9:00 PM ET/PT

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AT&T,  AUDIENCE Network, and iHeartMedia present”iHeartCountry Festival Airing Friday, May 13 at 9:00 PM ET/PT On DIRECTV and U-verse (DIRECTV Ch 239/U-verse Ch 1114) Tune in to watch the 2016 “iHeartCountry Festival” airing exclusively via nationwide broadcast this Friday, May 13 at 9:00 pm ET/PT on the AUDIENCE Network DIRECTV Ch 239/U-verse Ch 1114. To watch behind-the-scenes footage and interviews from the 2016 iHeartCountry Festival, click here: Miranda Lambert: https://youtu.be/6PafTe66nvk Keith Urban: https://youtu.be/W1p5kTErvmA Thomas Rhett: https://youtu.be/W7cP998nemU A celebration of all things country, watch as music icons and superstars in the genre including Florida Georgia Line, Brett Eldredge, Sam Hunt, Thomas Rhett, Cole Swindell, Miranda Lambert, Lee Brice, Chris Young, Keith Urban and Zac Brown Band rock the crowd during the 2016 iHeartCountry Festival at The Frank Erwin Center (April 30) in Austin, Texas hosted by Bobby Bones and Brooklyn Decker. Keith Urban. Photo credit: Andrew Swartz. Zac Brown Band. Photo credit: Andrew Swartz. AUDIENCE Network’s new music slate continues to deliver groundbreaking concerts, in-depth artist interviews, unique stories and exclusive performances across all genres, plus some select programming in ultra high-definition/4K* to audiences nationwide since multiple series began airing this past January. Recent concert specials include: CeeLo Green, Hank Williams Jr., Peter Frampton, Lukas Graham, Kelsea Ballerini, Fall Out Boy and Panic! at the Disco, 2 Chainz, Cypress Hill, and others. New shows premiere via national broadcast Friday at 9:00 pm ET/PT on DIRECTV Ch 239/U-verse Ch 1114,as well as streaming on directv.com, uverse.com and on smartphones and tablets, via the DIRECTV and U-verse apps.**   AUDIENCE Network’s multiple series of original and exclusive performances gives music fans an intimate view of music’s most influential artists today. The network collaborates directly with musicians to create a unique show from their perspective.   Florida Georgia Line. Photo credit: Brian Friedman. Sam Hunt. Photo credit: Andrew Swartz. Brett Eldredge. Photo credit: Andrew Swartz. **Access via computer or app requires qualifying device and data connection. Access to content varies by device, TV plan, and viewing location. Data charges may apply.   About AT&T: AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T<http://www.att.com/gen/landing-pages?pid=5718>) helps millions around the globe connect with leading entertainment, mobile, high speed Internet and voice services. We’re the world’s largest provider of pay TV. We have TV customers in the U.S. and 11 Latin American countries. We offer the best global coverage of any U.S. wireless provider***. And we help businesses worldwide serve their customers better with our mobility and highly secure cloud solutions. Additional information about AT&T products and services is available at http://about.att.com. Follow our news on Twitter at @ATT, on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/att and YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/att. © 2016 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved. AT&T, the Globe logo and other marks are trademarks and service marks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies. All other marks contained herein are the property of their respective owners. ***Global coverage claim based on offering discounted voice and data roaming; LTE roaming; voice roaming; and world-capable smartphone and tablets in more countries than any other U.S. based carrier. International service required. Coverage not available Continue reading AT&T, AUDIENCE Network, and iHeartMedia present: iHeartCountryFestival Airing Friday, May 13 at 9:00 PM ET/PT→

More Performers Announced for 51st ACM Awards – April 3 on CBS

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MIRANDA LAMBERT TO PERFORM WITH BILLY GIBBONS AND KEITH URBAN ON THE 51ST ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS™ Lambert, Gibbons and Urban to Perform ZZ Tops Classic Song “Tush” Also, Urban Will Perform His New Single, “Wasted Time,” Live on the Broadcast TELECAST TO AIR LIVE FROM MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA IN LAS VEGAS Sunday, April 3, 2016 at 8:00 PM live ET/delayed PT on the CBS Television Network Encino, CA (March 29, 2016) – Miranda Lambert, six-time reigning ACM Female Vocalist of the Year, current three-time nominee and the only female nominee for Entertainer of the Year, will perform with the legendary Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top and Keith Urban, current three-time ACM Award nominee and this year’s Mae Boren Axton Award recipient, will perform ZZ Top’s classic “Tush” on the 51ST ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS, to be broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas Sunday, April 3 (8:00-11:00 PM, live ET/delayed PT) on the CBS Television Network. Also, Keith Urban, will perform his new single, “Wasted Time,” live on the broadcast. Previously announced performers include Jason Aldean,< b> Kelsea Ballerini featuring Nick Jonas, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Cam, Kenny Chesney, Eric Church, Brett Eldredge, Sam Hunt, Charles Kelley, Tim McGraw, Dolly Parton with Katy Perry, Thomas Rhett, Blake Shelton, Trombone Shorty, Chris Stapleton, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Chris Young with Cassadee Pope, Florida Georgia Line, Little Big Town, and Old Dominion. Presenters also include Miss America Betty Cantrell, Tom Hiddleston, Chris Janson, Jana Kramer, Martina McBride, Kip Moore, Kacey Musgraves, Nancy O’Dell, Jak e Owen, Chase Rice, Kiefer Sutherland, Cole Swindell and Maddie & Tae. The 51st Academy Of Country Music Awards, co-hosted by Luke Bryan and Dierks Bentley, is produced for television by dick clark productions. For more information on the ACM Awards and all ACM events, visit www.ACMcountry.com, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter at @ACMawards for more immediate updates.

MIRANDA LAMBERT LAUNCHES "KEEPER OF THE FLAME" TOUR

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MIRANDA LAMBERT HITS THE ROAD WITH “KEEPER OF THE FLAME” TOUR Special Guest Kip Moore and Brothers Osborne join the trek Reigning six-time consecutive CMA and ACM Female Vocalist of the Year, Miranda Lambert is gearing up for a very busy 2016.  She is heading out on the road for her headlining tour with special guest, multi-platinum singer/songwriter Kip Moore and the Grammy, CMA and ACM nominated duo, Brothers Osborne. In addition to Miranda’s own headlining tour, she is also joining Kenny Chesney on his “Spread the Love” Tour performing in stadiums around the country starting in April.  And for the first time, Miranda will perform for her fans overseas, on March 11th in London (UK), on March 12th in Dublin (Ireland) and March 13th in Glasgow (Scotland) as part of the Country to Country Festival 2016 (C2C). “Keeper of the Flame” Tour stops will include: Austin, TX Bangor, ME Bethel, NY Bristow, VA Charlotte, NC Cleveland, OH Chicago, IL Columbia, MD Darien Center, NY Fayetteville, AR Hartford, CT Indianapolis, IN Irvine, CA Jacksonville, FL Los Angeles, CA New Orleans, LA Omaha, NE Orange Beach, AL Raleigh, NC Rogers, AR San Antonio, TX Saratoga Springs, NY St. Louis, MO Tampa, FL Virginia Beach, VA West Palm Beach, FL Fans can purchase tickets beginning Jan. 29 for select cities as part of Live Nation’s Country Megaticket at www.Megaticket.com.  Check Mirandalambert.com for specific show announcements and on sale dates. About Miranda Lambert: Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Miranda Lambert is the reigning six-time CMA and six-time ACM Female Vocalist of the Year (the first time any female has won 6 consecutive years). The first single off of Lambert’s fifth studio album, Platinum, “Automatic,” was Lambert’s highest charting first week single to date and won CMA and  ACM “Song of the Year”.  Her duet with Carrie Underwood, the album’s second single, “Somethin’ Bad,” has been certified as an RIAA Platinum Digital Single. Platinum, made history when it debuted atop Billboard’s Top Country Albums Chart, making Lambert the first country artist in the history of the chart to have each of her five albums debut at number 1.  Platinum also debuted at the top of the all genre Billboard 200 as the number 1 album in the Nation. In addition to her award winning music, she dedicates much of her time to her MuttNation Foundation, an organization that supports shelters and helps pets find a forever home. She also owns two lifestyle bou tiques, general stores she named, The Pink Pistol, that are located in her hometown of Lindale, Texas, and Tishomingo, Oklahoma.  Visit www.MirandaLambert.com for specific date announcements. About Kip Moore: A relentless road warrior, MULTI PLATINUM singer/songwriter Kip Moore is currently gearing up to head back out on the road at the end of the month for the second leg of his WILD ONES TOUR that will include a string of headlining dates in The UK and Ireland as well as shows scheduled in Australia for the first time.  Moore’s new single “Running For You” was heralded by Billboard as “a career song from the album” and was the most added song at Continue reading MIRANDA LAMBERT LAUNCHES "KEEPER OF THE FLAME" TOUR→

Miranda Lambert, Keith Urban and Sam Hunt to Headline iHeartCountry Festival

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People Exclusive: Miranda Lambert, Keith Urban and Sam Hunt Among Performers Headed to Austin for iHeartCountry Festival Buckle up, Austin. Country’s biggest stars are headed your way in April. For the third year in a row, the iHeartCountry Festival is set to take place at the Frank Erwin Center. This year, the superstars hitting the stage include Miranda Lambert, Lee Brice, Chris Young, Keith Urban, Zac Brown Band, Florida Georgia Line, Brett Eldredge, Sam Hunt, Thomas Rhett and Cole Swindell. Tickets for the festival go on sale today, Jan. 15 at 10 a.m. CT on Ticketmaster.com. But for those who can’t make it, iHeartMedia’s country radio stations will be broadcasting the event live.

2014 CMA Nominees! The full list!

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Miranda Lambert takes the lead with NINE CMA nominations, followed closely by Dierks Bentley with 5, and Eric Church and Keith Urban with 4. 2014 CMA Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan Miranda Lambert Blake Shelton George Strait Keith Urban 2014 CMA Female Vocalist of the Year Miranda Lambert Martina McBride Kacey Musgraves Taylor Swift Carrie Underwood 2014 CMA Male Vocalist of the Year Dierks Bentley Luke Bryan Eric Church Blake Shelton Keith Urban 2014 CMA Album of the Year Crash My Party, Luke Bryan Fuse, Keith Urban Platinum, Miranda Lambert Riser, Dierks Bentley The Outsiders, Eric Church 2014 CMA Vocal Group of the Year Eli Young Band Lady Antebellum Little Big Town The Band Perry Zac Brown Band 2014 CMA New Artist of the Year Brandy Clark Brett Eldredge Kip Moore Thomas Rhett Cole Swindell 2014 CMA Vocal Duo of the Year Dan + Shay Florida Georgia Line Love and Theft The Swon Brothers Thompson Square 2014 CMA Single of the Year (Award goes to artist and producer) “Automatic,” Miranda Lambert “Drunk on a Plane,” Dierks Bentley “Give Me Back My Hometown,” Eric Church “Meanwhile Back at Mama’s,” Tim McGraw featuring Faith Hill “Mine Would Be You,” Blake Shelton 2014 CMA Song of the Year (Award goes to songwriters) “Automatic,” written by Nicolle Galyon, Natalie Hemby and Miranda Lambert “Follow Your Arrow,” written by Kacey Musgraves, Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally “Give Me Back My Hometown,” written by Eric Church and Luke Laird “I Don’t Dance,” written by Lee Brice, Rob Hatch, and Dallas Davidson “I Hold On,” written by Brett James and Dierks Bentley 2014 CMA Musical Event of the Year “Bakersfield,” Vince Gill and Paul Franklin “Meanwhile Back at Mama’s,” Tim McGraw and Faith Hill “Something Bad,” Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood “We Were Us,” Keith Urban and Miranda Lambert “You Can’t Make Old Friends,” Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton 2014 CMA Music Video of the Year “Automatic,” Miranda Lambert “Bartender,” Lady Antebellum “Drunk on a Plane,” Dierks Bentley “Follow Your Arrow,” Kacey Musgraves “Something Bad,” Miranda Lambert and Carrie Underwood 2014 CMA Musician of the Year Sam Bush Jerry Douglas Paul Franklin Dann Huff Mac McAnally The CMA awards will be broadcast live from Nashville on November 5th on ABC at 8/7c