Get Ready for the Hottest Night in Country Music: The 2025 CMA Awards!

Buckle up, country fans! The 2025 CMA Awards are about to take Nashville by storm on November 19, and it's the freshest talent and thrilling moments that have got us all hyped!

Kicking it off, we've got Dallas rapper BigXthaPlug mixing country with rap like never before. He'll be hitting the stage with none other than Luke Combs to perform "Pray Hard," a track from his mind-blowing crossover album I Hope You’re Happy. But wait—Luke Combs isn't done! He's back for more with his sizzling new single, "Back in the Saddle." Double the Combs, double the fun!

Next up, we have Stephen Wilson Jr., making his debut with a killer cover of the classic "Stand by Me" by Ben E. King. And guess what? He's teaming up with Shaboozey to give us their epic track "Took a Walk."

It's also Tucker Wetmore and Zach Top's time to shine at the CMAs. Wetmore is bringing the feels with "Wind Up Missin’ You," while Top is set to jam with his song "Guitar."

Let's talk about girl power! Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, and the queen herself, Lainey Wilson, are going to rock the stage. Langley will perform "Choosin’ Texas," while Moroney graces us with "6 Months Later." Lainey Wilson, pulling double duty as the host, is making history as the first woman to host solo since Reba McEntire back in 1991! Talk about iconic.

Lainey spilled the beans on what it means to her: "I let Reba know I was doing this and she was so excited. It's been a long time since a woman has done it solo. I’m glad they trust me," she shared on Rolling Stone’s Nashville Now podcast.

It’s not just about hosting for Lainey; she, Moroney, and Langley lead the pack with six nominations each, proving that women are stealing the spotlight this year!

Tune in live from Nashville on Wednesday, November 19, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, or catch the excitement the next day on Hulu. Trust us, you won't want to miss it!