Categories: Country Music

2017 ACM Awards

Written by

Dierks Bentley

First held in 1966, The Academy of Country Music Awards has given fans of country music some of the greatest moments in the industry’s history. As the popularity of country music has grown over the decades, so has the ACM Awards. This year’s event, which will be broadcast live on CBS from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, will take place on April 2nd beginning at 8 p.m. Eastern time. Hosted by current superstars Luke Bryan and Dierks Bentley, there’s little doubt this gathering of country music royalty from today and yesterday promises to be bigger and better than ever.
Who’s Performing?

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban

Like any ACM Awards show, the lineup of performers is a who’s-who of greatness. For this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards show, the lineup includes:

  • Carrie Underwood
  • Chris Stapleton
  • Faith Hill
  • Tim McGraw
  • Keith Urban
  • Rascal Flatts

With a lineup such as this, it’s certain that fans everywhere are bound to see their favorite stars performing their hits all evening long.
ACM Awards Nominees

Miranda Lambert

Whether it’s Entertainer of the Year, Male or Female Vocalist of the Year, or Album of the Year, there’s no shortage of talent nominated for this year’s awards. Some of the nominees include:

  • Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban for Entertainer of the Year
  • Chris Stapleton, Jason Aldean for Male Vocalist of the Year
  • Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris for Female Vocalist of the Year
  • Big & Rich, Florida Georgia Line for Vocal Duo of the Year
  • Little Big Town, Rascal Flatts for Vocal Group of the Year

Along with these performers, many others such as Luke Bryan, Thomas Rhett, Lady Antebellum, and Kacey Musgraves are also nominees for various awards.
Media Coverage and Tickets

OD and Danny of Cowboy Lifestyle Network with Jennifer and Laura of Wrangler Network

As always, the Academy of Country Music Awards will have extensive media coverage from a variety of sources. For many fans who want to get great videos, photos, and interviews from the stars, the Cowboy Lifestyle Network will provide this and much more. In addition to CLN, the Ak-Chin Indian Community, Earnhardt Auto Centers, and Papa John’s Pizza Road Team will also provide great coverage. If you’re wanting to purchase tickets to the big show, you can visit www.acmcountry.com/tickets for information. Ticket prices range from $386 for regular seating up to $822 for VIP seating, so take your pick from plenty of great selections.
Don’t Miss the Show!
With all this and much more set to take the stage in Vegas, there’s no doubt this show will be a must-see whether you’re at T-Mobile Arena or home in front of the television.

Aaron Kuhl

Hello, my name is Aaron Kuhl. I am an Arizona native from Tempe, Arizona. The Western way of life has been rooted in my foundation since day one, with my Mother working for Wrangler Western for over 30+ years growing up. I am proud to have been a part of Cowboy Lifestyle Network since the beginning days of the company after graduating from The University of Arizona. My Faith, Family & Friends are my whole world, and I am very blessed to live the life I live in the land of the free, the United States of America.

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