Country music’s biggest hoedown is happening tonight (Wednesday, November 20, 2024) in Nashville, Tennessee. The Country Music Association (CMA) Awards will take place at Bridgestone Arena. Let’s take a look at the history of the event, nominees, hosts, and how to tune in live and stream.
A brief history of the CMA Awards
This annual event dates back to 1967, making this year the 58th awards show. At first it was called the CMA Awards Banquet and Show, and it was initially not broadcast on television. This changed the following year, cementing the event’s legacy as the longest-running music awards show on network television.
Who are some notable 2024 CMA Award nominees?
Morgan Wallen leads the pack with seven nominations. The former Voice contestant’s hit single “I Had Some Help,” a collaboration with Post Malone, made quite a splash this year. Tied for second place are Cody Johnson and Chris Stapleton with five nominations each. Johnson’s single “Dirt Cheap” is up against Stapleton’s “White Horse” for Single of the Year.
Who is hosting and presenting the 2024 CMA Awards?
A trio of hosts are sharing the duties this year. Luke Bryan, Peyton Manning, and Lainey Wilson are up for the challenge of keeping this show moving. They will be supported by a diverse cast of presenters, some of whom might surprise you. Gymnast Simone Biles, 2024 World Series MVP Freddie Freeman, and actor Billy Bob Thornton are scheduled to appear.
Who is performing at the 2024 CMA Awards?
The night is all about the music so naturally some of country’s biggest stars are scheduled to play their hits. Kelsea Ballerini, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Brooks & Dunn, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Thomas Rhett, Lainey Wilson, and Bailey Zimmerman are just some of the artists that will wow the audiences with their talents. It is sure to be a memorable and entertaining evening.
How can I watch the 2024 CMA Awards on TV?
To watch the CMA Awards live tune in to ABC at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. The network has broadcast the award show since 2006. It also hosts the “CMA Fest” and “CMA Country Christmas.”
Don’t have cable? You can still watch ABC for free the old-fashioned way for free with an over-the-air antenna.
Also, if you miss the live broadcast, the CMA Awards will be available to stream on Hulu the following day.
I cut the cord. How can I stream the CMAs live?
If you are not a traditional cable subscriber or don’t have an over-the-air antenna, you can two-step in your living room while streaming the show with a live-TV subscription service. The following services offer ABC:
Hulu + Live TV, Fubo, and DirecTV all offer free trials at the moment, so you can try them out before committing to something more long term.