Chris Stapleton 'sacrificed' time with his children on their birthday to be at the Grammy Awards

2022 CMT Music Awards on Monday. This year's awards show saw some of music's brightest stars — including Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Mickey Guyton and more -- come together for one of country music's biggest nights.While last year's show was held in person, this year's event was also a celebration of a return to normality after last year's hybrid and socially distanced performances at venues across Nashville.Hosted by Anthony Mackie and Kelsea Ballerini, the show was forced to pivot at the last minute when Ballerini announced Monday that she tested positive for COVID-19.While Ballerini performed some of her duties from home, her co-host from 2021's show, Kane Brown, agreed to step in and host the show alongside Mackie.Despite the change in hosts, the night featured some hilarious moments, and a slew of incredible performances from the multitude of A-list entertainers including Brown, Luke Combs, Cody Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Little Big Town, Maren Morris, Carly Pearce, The Judds, Keith Urban and Ballerini herself.And CMT’s most decorated artist of all time, Carrie Underwood, delivered a very special all-new performance from the Resorts World Theatre, home of her Las Vegas residency.Here's a look at the most memorable and jaw-dropping musical moments from Monday's big show.A Grand OpeningThis one goes out to all of the wild hearts ❤️

Miranda Lambert and husband Brendan McLoughlin gave fans a sweet moment on Monday at the CMT Music Awards when they were spotted singing along to Gabby Barrett's performance.MORE: 2022 CMT Music Awards' best-dressed stars: LeAnn Rimes, Maren Morris + moreGabby sang her new single Pick Me Up - for the first time live on TV - alongside her husband Cade Foehner, but it was the moment that the cameras caught midway through the song that had fans talking.WATCH: Sweet moment between Miranda Lambert and Brendan McLoughlin you may have missed at CMT Music Awards"Omg @mirandalambert and her hubby singing along to @GabbyBarrett_ just made my night," tweeted one fan as others praised Gabby, a former American Idol hopeful for her incredible performance."The CMT Music Awards are just such a fun show to be a part of, and I’m so honored to be performing!" Gabby had shared before the big show.Exclusive: Carly Pearce teases exciting tour update that fans will loveMORE: CMT Music Awards 2022: The most stylish couples on the red carpet"This show is all about the fans and I’m so grateful to all of you who have supported me and my music along the way!"Fans also saw amazing performances from Maren Morris and husband Ryan Hurd, BRELAND, and Carly Pearce, while a pre-recorded performance by Carrie Underwood gave fans a sneak peek into her Las Vegas residency.

Gayle King has shared a wonderful tribute to Carly Pearce, revealing that the country singer had paid for her breakfast in Nashville that morning.MORE: 2022 CMT Music Awards' best-dressed stars: LeAnn Rimes, Maren Morris + moreSpeaking on the red carpet of the 2022 CMT Music Awards, Gayle revealed that she had texted Carly to ask where to get food as the CBS team had flown in on Monday morning before the big ceremony. They hit local spot Milk and Honey on Carly's recommendation and then when they went to pay were told that the bill had already been covered by "a special Nashville friend, Carly Pearce".WATCH: CMT Awards introduce 2022 performersThey enjoyed "waffles and scrambled eggs," shared Gayle, joking that she later told Carly that "if I knew you were going to pay I wouldn't have eaten everything on the menu".Gayle rocked a stunning hot pink jumpsuit for the Nashville event, which will feature some incredible performances from the likes of Miranda Lambert, Lainey Wilson, and none other than Bryan Adams who will be joining Jason Aldean live on stage.Exclusive: Ashley McBryde reveals heartfelt reason she's skipping the 2022 CMT Music AwardsNewer artists Priscilla Block, BRELAND, Jessie James Decker, Parker McCollum, Elvie Shane, and Caitlyn Smith are slated to perform from the Ram Trucks Side Stage.Carrie Underwood will also take part in a live stream from Resorts World Theater, home of her ongoing show Reflection: The Las Vegas Residency.

Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift will go head to head as the only three nominees for Top Country Female Artist at the 2022 Billboard Awards.Exclusive: Ashley McBryde opens up about making history, Miranda Lambert and new musicThe annual ceremony will take place in Las Vegas on May 15, and this year's nominees include The Weeknd who is nominated for an incredible 17 awards including Top Artist, Top Male Artist and Top 100 Artist.WATCH: The Weeknd takes top prize at the 2021 Billboard Music AwardsDoja Cat is the leading female artist as a finalist in 14 categories, including Top Artist, Top Female Artist and Top 100 Artist. First-time nominee Olivia Rodrigo was named in 13 categories total — including Top New Artist, Top Female Artist and Top 100 Artist — and her album SOUR is a finalist for Top Billboard 200 album along with Adele's 30 and Morgan Wallen's Dangerous: The Double Album.Carrie is up for four including Top Christian Artist, and Miranda is also nomnated for Top Rock Song for her duet with Elle King.MORE: Where 10 of the most searched for millionaires live - from Taylor Swift to Kylie JennerMORE: Miranda Lambert makes huge career announcement as she reveals Las Vegas residencyDrake holds the record for most number of Billboard wins ever with 29, and he is nominated for 11 this year, but if he wins none and Taylor Swift wins five of the seven she is up for, she may take that record.Top Country Artist nominees this year are Chris Stapleton, Luke Combs, Morgan, Walker Hayes and Taylor.

EXCLUSIVE: The 2022 CMT Music Awards have added more performers to its inaugural broadcast on CBS.

The 64th annual Grammy Awards brought together the buzziest talent in the music biz, including BTS, Doja Cat and Questlove, on Sunday for a star-studded live and in-person ceremony in Las Vegas. However, unlike other awards ceremonies that have seen ratings rebound this year, the Grammys matched 2021’s all-time lows.

Grammys Award show is quickly approaching and is scheduled to air live on 3 April. In order to join in on the biggest night in music, and to watch all of its star-studded performances, tune in at 8pm EDT (1am BST) on CBS. UK broadcast details are TBC.

Grammys have revealed the third slate of performers for its Las Vegas ceremony on 3 April. This year’s 64th annual show, hosted by Trevor Noah, has tapped Silk Sonic duo – Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak – to open the ceremony, followed by newly added artists including Carrie Underwood, John Legend, and J Balvin with Maria Becerra. Maverick City Music, Aymée Nuviola, and Billy Strings will perform in special segments “that showcase Las Vegas and spotlight genres not historically represented on the Grammy Awards telecast”.

Chris Stapleton and his wife Morgane are coupling up for music’s big night!

referencing the indefinite delay of the awards show due to the Omicron variant. “Better late than never.”Hosted in Las Vegas’ MGM Grand Garden Arena Sunday night, Noah threw jokes at the “music royalty” in the room, including Justin Bieber.“The best thing to happen to peaches since that Timothee Chalamet movie,” joked Noah, who’s dating “Titans” actress Minka Kelly, before Olivia Rodrigo hit the stage to perform her chart-topping “Driver’s License.”Earlier this month, the comedian noted that the Grammys, albeit a time to celebrate everyone’s favorite artists, would also highlight political topics, like the crisis in Ukraine.“I think the show is going to find the right place and the right space to do something,” the Emmy-winner said weeks prior to his big moment on stage.

The 64th Annual Grammy Awards are here. The award show aired live from the MGM Grand Arena is Las Vegas.  Holding the highest number of nominations is Jon Batiste, with Justin Bieber and Doja Cat following.  Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber arrive at the 64th Annual Grammy Awards.

Maren Morris rocks a cool snakeskin dress for the 2022 Grammy Awards on Sunday (April 3) at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

LAS VEGAS -- A list of early winners Sunday in the top categories at the 64th annual Grammy Awards:— Best country song: “Cold,” Chris Stapleton— Best country solo performance: Chris Stapleton, “You Should Probably Leave”— Best country do/group performance: Brothers Osborne, “Younger Me”— Best American roots performance: “Cry,” Jon Batiste— Best American roots song: “Cry,” Jon Batiste— Best improvised jazz solo: “Humpty Dumpty (Set 2),” Chick Corea— Best Latin jazz album: “Mirror Mirror,” Eliane Elias with Chick Corea and Chucho Valdés— Best musical theater album: “The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical”— Best compilation soundtrack for visual media: “The United States vs.

The Recording Academy is handing out its 64th annual Grammy Awards today and tonight in Las Vegas, starting with the Premiere Ceremony preshow at 12:30 p.m. PT. The televised portion starts at 5 p.m. PT.

Wilson Chapman editorAfter a two-month delay, the Grammys are finally here.The 64th Grammy Awards ceremony, celebrating the greatest achievements in popular music over the past year, kicked off at 12:30 p.m. PT on Sunday with the pre-telecast. The live ceremony will be held at 5 p.m.

Miranda Lambert's got a lot on her plate right now, so much so that she's going to miss the GRAMMYs on Sunday.The «Gunpowder & Led» singer told ABC Audio that this month's proven to be quite the perfect storm — from the upcoming release of her 10th studio album,, to being in the middle of pre-production for her co-headlining Bandwagon Tour with Little Big Town.«So, I'm slammed this month, with the record coming out and everything,» she said.Lambert is nominated for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for «Drunk (And I Don't Wanna Go Home)» and Best Country Album for. She collaborated with Jon Randall and Jack Ingram for that album.

Grammys have revealed the third slate of performers for its Las Vegas ceremony on 3 April. This year’s 64th annual show, hosted by Trevor Noah, has tapped Silk Sonic duo – Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak – to open the ceremony, followed by newly added artists including Carrie Underwood, John Legend, and J Balvin with Maria Becerra. Maverick City Music, Aymée Nuviola, and Billy Strings will perform in special segments “that showcase Las Vegas and spotlight genres not historically represented on the Grammy Awards telecast”.

Grammys Award show is quickly approaching and is scheduled to air live on 3 April. In order to join in on the biggest night in music, and to watch all of its star-studded performances, tune in at 8pm EDT (1am BST) on CBS. UK broadcast details are TBC.

Sitting this one out. Miranda Lambert revealed she will not attend the 2022 Grammy Awards weeks after missing the Academy of Country Music Awards.

Miranda Lambert's got a lot on her plate right now, so much so the country star's going to miss the GRAMMYs on Sunday.The «Gunpowder & Led» singer told ABC Audio that this month's proven to be quite the perfect storm — from the upcoming release of her 10th studio album,, to being in the middle of pre-production for her co-headlining Bandwagon Tour with Little Big Town.«So, I'm slammed this month, with the record coming out and everything,» she said.Lambert is nominated for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for «Drunk (And I Don't Wanna Go Home)» and Best Country Album for. She collaborated with Jon Randall and Jack Ingram for that album.