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Chris Willman Music WriterWhen the entertainer of the year prize is handed out at tonight’s Academy of Country Music Awards in Las Vegas, the odds strongly favor a WME Nashville client picking up the climactic trophy. That’s because the agency has four of the five nominees, between Eric Church, Luke Combs, Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton.

A young singer from Airdrie is delighted to be performing at Scotland's biggest country music festival next month.

Jennifer Lopez will receive the 2022 iHeartRadio Icon Award "honoring her impact on pop culture, longevity and continued relevance as a touring and radio force".MORE: Jennifer Lopez shares heartfelt tribute to rarely-seen twins amid major family milestoneThe ultimate multihyphenate -  a musician, dancer, actress, and producer - has had a career spanning two decades, and remains the only artist to ever have a number one album and number one film simultaneously.WATCH: Jennifer Lopez wows in figure-hugging nude jumpsuitThe 2022 iHeartRadio Music Awards celebrate the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app throughout 2021.Fan voting will also determine this year’s Best Fan Army, Best Lyrics, Best Cover Song, Best Music Video, the Social Star Award, Favorite Tour Photographer, TikTok Bop of the Year and the first-ever TikTok Songwriter of the Year and Best Comeback Album.MORE: Carrie Underwood encourages fans with a fun new workout challenge Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean have been nominated for Country Song of the Year for their duet If I Didn't Love You, and the song is also up for Best Collaboration.Miranda Lambert, meanwhile, is going head to head with Jason, Luke Bryan, Luke Combs and Thomas Rhett for Country Artist of the Year. Famous Friends by Chris Young & Kane Brown, Forever After All by Luke Combs, Parmalee featuring Blanco Brown's Just The Way and Gabby Barrett's The Good Ones are all also up for Country Song of the Year.Adele, Abba, and Kacey Musgraves are all nominated in the Best Comeback Album category.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission.Festivals across the country have slowly begun to announce their star-studded lineups for the year, signaling that it’s almost time for music lovers to begin switching out their winter coats for rave gear.Harry Styles, Billie Eilish and Kanye West will take the stage this year at Coachella, which finally returns after a two year-long hiatus amidst the pandemic. The festival will take place at its usual stomping grounds at the Empire Polo Ground in Indio, Calif., which will host Stagecoach the following weekend with Thomas Rhett, Carrie Underwood and Luke Combs headlining.The Goldenvoice events made headlines  after announcing their lift of Covid-19 vaccine and mask mandates — health and safety requirements that are still in place for many other music festivals slated for this year, such as New York City’s Governors Ball.

Coachella and Stagecoach festivals have dropped all COVID-19 safety precautions ahead of both events making a return this spring.Coachella will take place at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California between April 15-17 and 22-24, while Stagecoach will be held at the same venue between April 29-May 1.Previously, the festivals’ promoter Goldenvoice had announced that proof of vaccination against COVID-19 would no longer be required. Now, it has also dropped entry requirements including a negative test taken in the 72 hours prior to attendance and the wearing of masks.The health and safety guidance on the websites for both events has now been updated to confirm that the new policy is “in accordance with local guidelines”.

Chris Willman Music WriterThe nominations for the 2022 Academy of Country Music Awards hold plenty of surprises, including having Chris Young, a performer who has not previously dominated the field, as the frontrunner in this year’s crop. Young, who has never won an ACM Award before, despite picking up nominations going back to 2007 (and who has also never won a CMA trophy), led with seven in nominations that were announced Thursday morning.The nominations are also notable in giving four nods for the still-controversial Morgan Wallen, who was banned from being eligible for last year’s ACMs in the wake of the scandal over his being seen on video using the N-word.

Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert fans on Thursday, as both singers have iHeartRadio nominations. Carrie and Jason Aldean have been nominated for Country Song of the Year for their duet If I Didn't Love You, and the song is also up for Best Collaboration.MORE: Carrie Underwood encourages fans with a fun new workout challengeMiranda is going head to head with Jason, Luke Bryan, Luke Combs and Thomas Rhett for Country Artist of the Year.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorAriana Grande, Silk Sonic, Doja Cat featuring SZA, Dua Lipa, Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber featuring Daniel Caesar and Giveon, Lil Nas X, Olivia Rodrigo and the Kid Laroi are among the top nominees for the 2022 “iHeartRadio Music Awards,” airing live from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Tuesday, March 22, on Fox and on iHeartMedia radio stations.Now in its ninth year, the iHeartRadio Music Awards will celebrate the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app throughout 2021, while also offering a preview of the upcoming hits of 2022, according to the announcement.“The 2022 iHeartRadio Music Awards will once again celebrate the great artists and songs we’ve featured on iHeartRadio stations throughout the past year,” said Tom Poleman, President and Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “We can’t wait to celebrate the year in music with iconic performances and never-before-seen collaborations.” Artists receiving multiple nominations include Justin Bieber, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Giveon, Lil Nas X, Silk Sonic, The Kid LAROI, SZA, Drake, Ed Sheeran, Megan Thee Stallion, Måneskin, Taylor Swift, Jason Aldean, Billie Eilish, BTS, David Guetta, Tate McRae, Ariana Grande, Daniel Caesar, The Weeknd, Five Finger Death Punch, Cardi B, Joel Corry, AJR, Carrie Underwood, Luke Combs, The Pretty Reckless, All Time Low, twenty one pilots, Mammoth WVH, blackbear, Machine Gun Kelly, Imagine Dragons, Moneybagg Yo, H.E.R., Foo Fighters, Jazmine Sullivan, Banda Sinaloense MS De Sergio Lizárraga, Pop Smoke, Coi Leray, Bad Bunny, Regard, Rauw Alejandro, Farruko, KAROL G, Calibre 50, Dua Lipa and La Arrolladora Banda El Limón De René Camacho.

Luke Combs and his wife are expecting!

Luke Combs and wife Nicole Combs are expecting their first child! The couple posed for a series of gorgeous photos to share the news and they were shared by both Luke and Nicole to their respective Instagram pages. “Here we go y’all! Lil dude Combs is coming this Spring!” Luke captioned the photos you can see here. “Couldn’t be more excited to start a family with this babe. It’s gonna be a hell of a ride,” he concluded his statement, tagging his wife.

Luke Combs and his wife Nicole Hocking are about to become a family of three. The "Hurricane" crooner announced on social media Thursday that the couple is expecting their first child together.

Luke Combs' family is adding a member!The country singer and his wife, Nicole, are expecting their first child together. The couple shared the exciting news on their Instagrams on Thursday, revealing that they are having a baby boy who will make his debut in the spring.«Here we go y’all! Lil dude Combs is coming this Spring! Couldn’t be more excited to start a family with this babe.

Chris Willman Music WriterThe New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival is counting on 2022 being the charm, after the annual event was repeatedly postponed and finally canceled in 2020 and 2021. The festival popularly known as Jazzfest announced its return Thursday, with headliners including the Who, Stevie Nicks and Foo Fighters set to take the city’s stages across two weekends, April 29 through May 8.Among the dozens of other artists set for the fest, encompassing rock, R&B, roots music, country and, of course, the native sounds of Louisiana: Jimmy Buffett, Luke Combs, Willie Nelson, Lionel Richie, Erykah Badu, the Black Crowes, Lauren Daigle, the Avett Brothers, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Elvis Costello and the Imposters, Randy Newman, Norah Jones, Ludacris, Billy Strings, Trombone Shorty, Death Cab for Cutie, Melissa Etheridge, Buddy Guy, Irma Thomas, Arturo Sandoval, the Revivalists, Nelly, Tank and the Bangas and Terence Blanchard.

Country music fans are giving thanks for Luke Combs.

New Music Friday! It's every audiophile's favorite day of the week, and some of our favorite artists from all different genres have blessed us with new tunes.Taylor Swift took everyone back to 2012 with the re-release of her mega-hit album, . «Taylor's Version» includes re-recorded tracks, bonus songs from the vault and new collabs with Phoebe Bridgers, Ed Sheeran, Chris Stapleton and more.

The best and the brightest of country music gathered Wednesday for the 2021 Country Music Association Awards, hosted by Luke Bryan. The ceremony, which honored Luke Combs, Carly Pearce and more, earned a 1.1. rating in the 18-49 demographic and 6.56 million viewers, per Nielsen fast affiliates, topping all of primetime. The CMA numbers were steady compared with last year’s ceremony (1.1, 6.82M).

The guys of country music are stepping out for the 2021 CMA Awards!

Chris Willman Music WriterChris Stapleton nearly swept the CMA Awards with six trophies in four categories Wednesday night, but the Country Music Association reserved its top prize for Luke Combs, who won entertainer of the year for the first time.“(Presenter) Alan Jackson said my name twice just now,” marveled Combs, accepting entertainer of the year as the telecast slipped across the three-hour point. “i have never written a speech for something like this, which is not serving me very well right now…I don’t deserve to win it, but I’m sure as hell glad that I did.” Combs had premiered a brand new song earlier in the night, “Doin’ This.”It was Combs’ second time at bat for entertainer of the year; last year he lost it to Eric Church.

The winners of the 2021 Country Music Association Awards have been announced!

Miranda Lambert is celebrating her birthday at the 2021 Country Music Association Awards!

Carrie Underwood stuns in a silver spiked dress at the 2021 Country Music Association Awards held at the Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday night (November 10) in Nashville, Tenn.

The winners are rolling in for the 2021 Country Music Association Awards. This year, Chris Stapleton and Eric Church were this year's top nominees, earning five nods each, while they face off against Luke Combs, Carrie Underwood and Miranda Lambert for the evening's top award: Entertainer of the Year.

are required to bring proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test that was taken within 72 hours of the event. There will be 20 performances featuring the biggest names in country and beyond, including Underwood, Church, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert,  Luke Combs, Carly Pearce, Chris Stapleton, Keith Urban, Jennifer Hudson and more. Despite being nominated for best album of the year for “Dangerous: The Double Album,” Morgan Wallen is barred from attending the ceremony following backlash after he was shown saying a racial slur on video.

Luke Combs is going into the 2021 Country Music Association Awards as a performer and three-time nominee. His nominations include the biggest honor of the night, Entertainer of the Year, as well as Male Vocalist of the Year and Song of the Year (“Forever After All”). Luke is already a five-time CMA Awards winner, and his wife, Nicole Hocking, has been his biggest supporter along the way.

The 2021 CMA Awards just announced a handful of new performers for the upcoming award show, happening on November 10.

Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood, Luke Combs and Old Dominion have joined the lineup of performers.MORE: Miranda Lambert shares incredible baby picture to celebrate special occasion"See you on Nov 10," shared Miranda, the all-time female record holder for most-ever CMA Awards nominations.WATCH: Miranda Lambert joins Brothers Osborne and Dierks Bentley at CMA Summer JamCarrie added: "Can’t wait to perform the world TV premiere of If I Didn’t Love You with @jasonaldean on the #CMAawards on Wednesday, November 10 on @abcnetwork!" revealing she would be performing alongside Jason Aldean.The annual ceremony, hosted by American Idol's Luke Bryan, will see Eric Church and Chris Stapleton vie for five awards each, with other top nominees

Boyz II Men make Chris Stapleton’s “Cold” their own with a little help from Pentatonix’s Kevin Olusola at the 2021 CMT Artists of the Year 2021 event.

Dave Haywood, Hillary Scott and Charles Kelley hit the red carpet at the 2021 CMT Artist of the Year held on Wednesday night (October 13) in Nashville, Tenn.

Garth Brooks is paying tribute to Randy Travis!

Mickey Guyton and Gabby Barrett dazzle on the red carpet at the 2021 CMT Artist of the Year held on Wednesday night (October 13) in Nashville, Tenn.

Connie Britton looks stunning in a sleek black dress while arriving at the 2021 CMT Artist of the Year held on Wednesday night (October 13) in Nashville, Tenn.

CMT's Artists of the Year celebration, and this year's event promises to be packed with a stacked lineup of solo performances, never-before-seen collaborations and four can't-miss world premieres.

Chris Willman Music Writer“CMT Artists of the Year,” which returns as a live show this month, will include some interdisciplinary duets among its lineup, as is customary — with honoree Kelsea Ballerini being joined by the Jonas Brothers, and Yola teaming up with Mickey Guyton, among other collaborations.Some of the artists being feted on the broadcast will perform on their own, including Luke Combs, Gabby Barrett and Kane Brown. Others, like Guyton and Ballerini, will take part in pairings.

Chris Willman Music WriterAfter taking a break last year from the show’s usual artist-honoring format to put a pre-recorded spotlight on pandemic heroes, “CMT Artists of the Year” will return to both a live broadcast and music celebrities being celebrated in its 2021 incarnation, set for Oct. 13.The five stars selected by the country music network for 2021 honors are Chris Stapleton, Gabby Barrett, Kane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini and Luke Combs.Of this year’s class, two — Combs and Brown — are holdovers from 2019, when CMT last presented its “Artists of the Year” in the traditional manner.

55th Annual CMA Awards are gearing up to honor country stars who have truly shined bright this past year.Country crooners Eric Church and Chris Stapleton lead the pack this year with five nominations each — including noms for Entertainer of the Year, Album of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year.