CMA reveals first round of performers for 'The 59th Annual CMA Awards'

LOS ANGELES -- The Country Music Association has announced the first performers for "The 59th Annual CMA Awards," promising an unforgettable night celebrating today's biggest country stars and rising talent. This year's lineup includes BigXthaPlug, Luke Combs, Ella Langley, Megan Moroney, Shaboozey, Zach Top, Tucker Wetmore, Lainey Wilson and Stephen Wilson Jr.

Hosted by Lainey Wilson, "Country Music's Biggest Night" will air live from Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 8 to 11 p.m. ET on ABC and stream the next day on Hulu.

Wilson, the reigning CMA Female Vocalist of the Year and six-time nominee, will return as host and perform during the show. Luke Combs, a three-time nominee, will perform his latest single "Back in the Saddle." Six-time nominee Ella Langley will take the stage with "Choosin' Texas," while last year's New Artist of the Year Megan Moroney will perform "6 Months Later."

Five-time nominee Zach Top will perform "Guitar," and New Artist of the Year nominees Tucker Wetmore and Stephen Wilson Jr. will perform "Wind Up Missin' You" and "Stand By Me," respectively.

The show will also feature special collaborations, including BigXthaPlug joining Luke Combs for "Pray Hard" and Shaboozey teaming up with Stephen Wilson Jr. for "Took a Walk," a new ballad featured in the upcoming film "The Long Walk."

Additional performers and presenters will be announced in the coming weeks. Tickets for "The 59th Annual CMA Awards" are on sale now at CMAawards.com/tickets.

"Country Music's Biggest Night," "The 59th Annual CMA Awards," airs live from Nashville on Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 8/7c on ABC and streams next day on Hulu.

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