The Country Music Association has just revealed the initial lineup of performers for the upcoming CMA Awards, and it’s a star-studded affair. Leading the pack with six nominations each are Lainey Wilson, Megan Moroney, and Ella Langley, all of whom are set to take the stage to showcase their incredible talent. Close behind is Zach Top, with five nominations to his name, also slated to perform on the big night.
Joining these top nominees are Shaboozey, BigXthaPlug, Luke Combs, Tucker Wetmore, and Stephen Wilson, rounding out the list of performers announced for the CMAs, scheduled to take place in just under two weeks on Nov. 19.
In addition to the lineup, the CMAs have also revealed some of the songs that these artists will be performing during the ABC telecast. Langley will treat fans to her latest single “Choosin’ Texas,” while Moroney will showcase her track “6 Months Later,” a preview of her upcoming album set to drop in early 2026.
Top will rock the stage with his song “Guitar,” while Wetmore, nominated for new artist of the year, will captivate audiences with “Wind Up Missin’ You.” Another new artist nominee, Stephen Wilson Jr., will have a double performance, delivering a cover of the classic “Stand By Me” and teaming up with Shaboozey for their duet “Took a Walk” from the film “The Long Walk.”
A special collaboration will see BigXthaPlug and Luke Combs joining forces for a live rendition of their song “Pray Hard.” As the excitement builds for the event, more performers are expected to be announced over the next two weeks.
Not only will Stephen Wilson Jr. be showcasing his musical talents, but he will also be taking on the role of host for the evening. As a leading nominee, performer, and host, Wilson will have a busy night ahead of him. This marks a change from previous years, where he served as a co-host alongside Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning.
The 59th annual CMA Awards will be broadcast live on ABC from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Nov. 19 at 8 p.m. ET. For those unable to catch it live, the show will be available for streaming on Hulu the following day.
Stay tuned for more updates on the CMA Awards as the star-studded event draws closer.
