The 2026 ACM Entertainer of the Year category features an exceptional slate of nominees: Morgan Wallen, Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Cody Johnson, Chris Stapleton, Lainey Wilson, and Megan Moroney.
Josiah & the Bonnevilles release their new single ‘Going Gone’ on April 10, 2026, offering a preview of their upcoming ‘As Is’ album arriving May 8 via Rounder Records.
Country rising star Ella Langley releases her sophomore album ‘Dandelion’ on April 10, 2026, featuring executive production by Miranda Lambert and Ben West via SAWGOD/Columbia Records.
Country music legend Shania Twain takes the hosting duties for the 61st ACM Awards on May 17, 2026, broadcasting live from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Prime Video.
Morgan Wallen’s ‘I’m Still the Problem Tour’ kicks off with 11 major cities and multiple stadium shows, including double dates in Las Vegas and Indianapolis throughout spring and summer 2026.
49 Winchester unveils his haunting new single ‘Slowly’ on April 5, 2026, previewing what’s coming on the ‘Change of Plans’ album dropping May 15 via Lucille Records/MCA.
Rising country star Bailey Zimmerman set for Stagecoach 2026. The emerging artist performs April 24-26 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio.
Country legends Brooks & Dunn confirmed as Stagecoach 2026 performers. The iconic duo returns to the desert stage April 24-26.
Complete 61st ACM Awards nominees list announced for 2026. All categories featuring country music’s biggest names competing.
Country star Lainey Wilson receives 7 ACM Award nominations in 2026 including Entertainer of the Year consideration.
Country artist Kacey Musgraves reveals ‘Middle of Nowhere’ as her sixth studio album releasing May 1, 2026, with ACM Awards debut performance.
Country legend Miranda Lambert earns 8 ACM Award nominations for 2026, placing her second among all nominees behind Megan Moroney.