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As the countdown begins for the 2024 CMA Awards, the Country Music Association has once again shown its commitment to honoring the best in the genre.

This year’s nominations strike a balance between honoring traditional country sounds while also celebrating the evolving and increasingly popular crossovers that are shaping the future of country music.

Keep reading for more details!

A Night Celebrating Country’s Biggest Stars

One artist who’s riding high heading into Country Music’s Biggest Night is Morgan Wallen.

Leading the pack with seven nominations, Wallen’s dominance isn’t just a reflection of his massive fan base but also the success of his collaborations.

Interestingly, most of his nominations come from “I Had Some Help,” the megahit that’s a standout track from Post Malone’s country-leaning album F-1 Trillion.

The crossover song has been a smash success, bringing a fresh sound to the country landscape.

Post Malone’s Impressive CMA Debut

In a twist that few could have predicted a few years ago, Post Malone has cemented his place in country music.

The Texas-born rapper and singer is no stranger to blending genres, but his debut on the CMA stage with F-1 Trillion has been nothing short of groundbreaking.

Earning four nominations, including some heavyweights, Post’s foray into country is not just a passing experiment but a statement of intent.

Post has proven he belongs in this country music conversation with duets featuring some of the genre’s biggest names—including every Entertainer of the Year nominee.

The Big Nominees for Entertainer of the Year

The crown jewel of the CMA Awards is undoubtedly the Entertainer of the Year category. This year, five familiar names are vying for the title:

Morgan Wallen
Luke Combs
Jelly Roll
Chris Stapleton
Lainey Wilson

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Each of these artists has had a massive impact on country music over the past year, with multiple nominations for other awards as well.

Wallen leads the overall count, but the competition is fierce, with Chris Stapleton grabbing five nods, and Luke Combs and Jelly Roll each earning three.

Lainey Wilson, who continues to rise as one of the genre’s most exciting female stars, has four nominations.

Notable Absences and Surprises

One of the more surprising omissions in the Entertainer of the Year category is Cody Johnson.

Despite receiving an impressive five nominations across various categories, including two different songs up for major awards, Johnson didn’t snag a spot in the coveted Entertainer of the Year race.

His fans will certainly be cheering for him in other categories, but it’s an unexpected development.

Key Categories and Full List of Nominees

Let’s take a deeper dive into the full list of nominees for the 2024 CMA Awards, showcasing the best and brightest across multiple categories:

Category	Nominees
Entertainer of the Year	Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, Lainey Wilson
Female Vocalist of the Year	Kelsea Ballerini, Ashley McBryde, Megan Moroney, Kacey Musgraves, Lainey Wilson
Male Vocalist of the Year	Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen
Vocal Group of the Year	Lady A, Little Big Town, Old Dominion, The Red Clay Strays, Zac Brown Band
Vocal Duo of the Year	Brooks & Dunn, Brothers Osborne, Dan + Shay, Maddie & Tae, The War and Treaty
New Artist of the Year	Megan Moroney, Shaboozey, Nate Smith, Mitchell Tenpenny, Zach Top, Bailey Zimmerman
Album of the Year	Kacey Musgraves, Deeper Well (Producers: Ian Fitchuk, Kacey Musgraves, Daniel Tashian; Mix Engineers: Shawn Everett, Konrad Snyder) Luke Combs, Fathers and Sons (Producers: Luke Combs, Chip Matthews, Jonathan Singleton; Mix Engineer: Chip Matthews) Chris Stapleton, Higher (Producers: Dave Cobb, Chris Stapleton, Morgane Stapleton; Mix Engineer: Vance Powell) Cody Johnson, Leather (Producer: Trent Willmon; Mix Engineer: Jack Clarke) Jelly Roll, Whitsitt Chapel (Producers: Andrew Baylis, Brock Berryhill, Zach Crowell, Jesse Frasure, and more; Mix Engineers: Jeff Braun, Jim Cooley)
Song of the Year	Parker McCollum, “Burn It Down” (Songwriters: Hillary Lindsey, Parker McCollum, Lori McKenna, Liz Rose) Cody Johnson, “Dirt Cheap” (Songwriter: Josh Phillips) Post Malone feat. Morgan Wallen, “I Had Some Help” (Songwriters: Louis Bell, Ashley Gorley, Charlie Handsome, Hoskins, Austin Post, and more) Cody Johnson, “The Painter” (Songwriters: Benjy Davis, Kat Higgins, Ryan Larkins) Chris Stapleton, “White Horse” (Songwriters: Chris Stapleton, Dan Wilson)
Single of the Year	Shaboozey, “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” (Producers: Sean Cook, Nevin Sastry; Mix Engineer: Raul Lopez) Cody Johnson, “Dirt Cheap” (Producer: Trent Willmon; Mix Engineer: Jack Clarke) Post Malone feat. Morgan Wallen, “I Had Some Help” (Producers: Louis Bell, Charlie Handsome, Hoskins; Mix Engineer: Ryan Gore) Lainey Wilson, “Watermelon Moonshine” (Producer: Jay Joyce; Mix Engineers: Jason Hall, Jay Joyce) Chris Stapleton, “White Horse” (Producers: Dave Cobb, Chris Stapleton, Morgane Stapleton; Mix Engineer: Vance Powell)
Music Video of the Year	Cody Johnson, “Dirt Cheap” (Director: Dustin Haney) Post Malone feat. Morgan Wallen, “I Had Some Help” (Director: Chris Villa) Megan Moroney, “I’m Not Pretty” (Directors: Jeff Johnson, Megan Moroney) Cody Johnson, “The Painter” (Director: Dustin Haney) Lainey Wilson, “Wildflowers and Wild Horses” (Director: Patrick Tracy)

A quick look at the major nominees across various categories for the 2024 CMA Award

A Night to Remember

The 2024 CMA Awards are shaping up to be one for the books.

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With a blend of traditional country stars and genre-bending newcomers like Post Malone, this year’s show will celebrate the evolving world of country music while staying true to its roots.

The awards ceremony will air live on ABC from Nashville on Wednesday, November 20th, so be sure to mark your calendars.

Whether you’re tuning in for your favorite artist or just for the love of country music, it’s sure to be a night to remember!

Conclusion

Morgan Wallen leads the pack with seven nominations, most coming from his hit collaboration with Post Malone.
Post Malone makes waves in his CMA debut, securing four nominations for his country crossover project F-1 Trillion.
Entertainer of the Year contenders include top names like Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson.
Cody Johnson stands out with five nominations, despite being left out of the Entertainer of the Year category.
Newcomers like Megan Moroney and Shaboozey are making a splash with nominations in key categories.
Diverse collaborations highlight the awards, with artists like Kacey Musgraves, Eric Church, and Riley Green bringing unique sounds to the forefront.
The 2024 CMA Awards promises to be a night to remember, with traditional country artists and fresh faces vying for the biggest honors.