The CMA Awards 2025 ceremony is fast approaching, and anticipation is growing across the country music world. Fans, artists, and industry insiders are preparing for an evening filled with performances, recognition, and important moments. This year’s event highlights major achievements and celebrates the artists who shaped the past year in country music.
When Are The CMA Awards 2025?
The 2025 CMA Awards will take place on Wednesday, November 19 at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena. ABC will broadcast the ceremony live at 8/7c, and viewers can stream the full show the next day on Hulu. Because of this wide accessibility, fans everywhere can follow the celebration. The CMA Awards 2025 remain a centerpiece of the genre, uniting country music supporters in one unforgettable night.
Lainey Wilson will serve as the sole host this year. Previously, she co-hosted alongside Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning during the 2024 ceremony. This time, she steps into the spotlight with confidence. For example:
- Her recent award wins gave her momentum.
- Her rising career reflects strong fan support.
- Her role signals a new chapter for the CMA Awards 2025.
Her leadership adds energy to the event. Meanwhile, the Country Music Association revealed this year’s official logo. Below the announcement, fans saw: “The 2025 CMA Awards will be held on November 19.” The message signaled the countdown.
The nominee list for the CMA Awards 2025 was released two months before the ceremony. The news reached fans during a livestream on both YouTube and Facebook on Monday, September 8. The reveal offered excitement and sparked debates about possible winners.
CMA Awards 2025: Complete List of Nominees
The nominations include a wide range of categories. Because of the diversity, fans get a clear look at the artists shaping today’s country sound. Below are the nominees announced for the CMA Awards 2025.
CMA Awards 2025: Musician of the Year Nominees
The following artists received recognition for their instrumental work:
- Jenee Fleenor
- Paul Franklin
- Brent Mason
- Rob McNelley
- Derek Wells
CMA Awards 2025: New Artist of the Year Nominees
- Ella Langley
- Shaboozey
- Zach Top
- Tucker Wetmore
- Stephen Wilson Jr.
CMA Awards 2025: Vocal Duo of the Year Nominees
- Brooks & Dunn
- Brothers Osborne
- Dan + Shay
- Maddie & Tae
- The War and Treaty
CMA Awards 2025: Vocal Group of the Year Nominees
- Lady A
- Little Big Town
- Old Dominion
- Rascal Flatts
- Red Clay Strays
CMA Awards 2025: Music Video of the Year Nominees
Award goes to artist(s) and director(s).
- “Am I Okay?” by Megan Moroney — Directors: Alexandra Gavillet, Megan Moroney
- “I’m Gonna Love You” by Cody Johnson with Carrie Underwood — Director: Dustin Haney
- “Somewhere Over Laredo” by Lainey Wilson — Director: TK McKamy
- “Think I’m in Love With You” by Chris Stapleton — Director: Running Bear
- “you look like you love me” by Ella Langley and Riley Green — Directors: Ella Langley, John Park, Wales Toney **NAMED AS AN EARLY WINNER ON GMA**
CMA Awards 2025: Musical Event of the Year Nominees
Award goes to artists and producer(s).
- “Don’t Mind If I Do” — Riley Green featuring Ella Langley
- “Hard Fought Hallelujah” — Brandon Lake with Jelly Roll
- “I’m Gonna Love You” — Cody Johnson with Carrie Underwood
- “Pour Me a Drink” — Post Malone featuring Blake Shelton **NAMED AS AN EARLY WINNER ON GMA**
- “You Had to Be There” — Megan Moroney featuring Kenny Chesney
CMA Awards 2025: Song of the Year Nominees
Award goes to songwriter(s).
- “4x4xU” by Lainey Wilson
- “Am I Okay?” by Megan Moroney
- “I Never Lie” by Zach Top
- “Texas” by Blake Shelton
- “you look like you love me” by Ella Langley and Riley Green
CMA Awards 2025: Single of the Year Nominees
- “4x4xU” — Lainey Wilson
- “Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma” — Luke Combs
- “Am I Okay?” — Megan Moroney
- “I Never Lie” — Zach Top
- “you look like you love me” — Ella Langley and Riley Green
CMA Awards 2025: Album of the Year Nominees
- Am I Okay? — Megan Moroney
- Cold Beer & Country Music — Zach Top
- F-1 Trillion — Post Malone
- I’m the Problem — Morgan Wallen
- Whirlwind — Lainey Wilson
CMA Awards 2025: Male Vocalist of the Year Nominees
- Luke Combs
- Cody Johnson
- Chris Stapleton
- Zach Top
- Morgan Wallen
CMA Awards 2025: Female Vocalist of the Year Nominees
- Kelsea Ballerini
- Miranda Lambert
- Ella Langley
- Megan Moroney
- Lainey Wilson
CMA Awards 2025: Entertainer of the Year Nominees
- Luke Combs
- Cody Johnson
- Chris Stapleton
- Morgan Wallen
- Lainey Wilson
Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, and Lainey Wilson lead the nominations with six each. Meanwhile, several milestones surfaced:
- Cody Johnson earned his first Entertainer of the Year nomination.
- Blake Shelton secured his first CMA nomination since 2019.
- Miranda Lambert tied Reba McEntire with 18 nominations for Female Vocalist.
- Kenny Chesney now holds the most nominations ever for Musical Event of the Year.
We wish all artists the best of luck at the CMA Awards 2025. Who are you supporting this year?
