More Performers Added to the CMA Awards Show, Including Tim McGraw, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Bryan and More

Posted on October 17, 2016

The list of performers for the 50th annual CMA Awards just got bigger and better. Last week we revealed the first round of performers slated to appear. But wait, there’s more.

Kelsea Ballerini, Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood, Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Tim McGraw and Kacey Musgraves are the latest artists added to the show bill.

This group joins previously announced performers Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, Dierks Bentley, Erich Chuch, Maren Morris and Keith Urban.

“The CMA Awards will include moments that pay homage to our past 50 years, but it is also a celebration of the past 12 months and the artists and music that have resonated with the industry and our fans,” said Sarah Trahern, CMA CEO. “The lineup of performers is outstanding and represents the legacy of county music as well as our future.”

The winners of the 50th annual CMA Awards will be announced on Nov. 2 live from Bridgestone Arena at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.

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