COUNTRY MUSIC NEWS

In this town, a No. 1 hit is a reason to celebrate. Three in a single year? That’s legacy territory. On Monday, April 13 in Nashville, the Country Music Association will shine a spotlight on the writers who didn’t just visit the top of the charts in 2026, they practically built a summer home there. Hosted by composer and CMA Board member Jim Beavers, the CMA Triple Play Awards will honor 16 songwriters who each scored three No. 1 hits within a 12-month period, the kind of str

The nominations for the 60th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards are in, and rising star Ella Langley is leading the pack with a whopping eight nominations, followed closely by Cody Johnson, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson, each snagging seven nods. According to the press release, country legend Reba McEntire will take the reins as host, bringing her signature charm to the event, which will stream live on Prime Video on May 8 from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Tex