The lights of Music City are about to burn brighter than ever as the Country Music Association and ABC unveil the first wave of performers for The 59th Annual CMA Awards . This year’s show promises to be a thrilling collision of tradition and transformation, a place where legends, trailblazers, and breakout stars will share one stage for one unforgettable night. Photos Courtesy Of Artists Airing live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 19  on ABC and stream

Lainey Wilson isn’t just taking a victory lap, she’s carving out her place as one of the defining voices of country music’s modern era. This morning, the Country Music Association and ABC announced that the nine-time CMA Award winner will once again host The 59th Annual CMA Awards , set to air live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 19. Photo Credit: Robby Klein/Disney  It’s a return to the spotlight that feels both celebratory and inevitable. After all, Wi