If you’ve never given country music a chance, this year’s Academy of Country Music Awards might just be the moment to start. The 2025 nominations have dropped, and rising star Ella Langley is leading the charge with an impressive eight nods, including Female Artist of the Year and Female New Artist—a huge moment for a first-time nominee.
Her breakout song “You Look Like You Love Me” with Riley Green is dominating, earning six nominations across major categories like Single of the Year, Song of the Year, and Music Event of the Year. Clearly, Langley isn’t just a new name in country music—she’s a force to watch.
But the biggest surprise? Beyoncé’s groundbreaking country album “Cowboy Carter”—which just won a Grammy for Album of the Year—didn’t receive a single ACM nomination. The absence of Miranda Lambert’s “Postcards from Texas” is also raising eyebrows. While the snubs will spark debate, the ACMs are still shaping up to be a night of big moments and even bigger performances.
Heavy hitters Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, and Morgan Wallen are close behind Langley with seven nominations each, while Chris Stapleton, Post Malone, and Riley Green also make strong showings. And for the ultimate prize—Entertainer of the Year—the nominees include Wilson, Wallen, Stapleton, Johnson, Kelsea Ballerini, Luke Combs, and Jelly Roll.
Hosted by the legendary Reba McEntire, the 60th ACM Awards will take place on May 8 at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. Whether you’re a die-hard country fan or just curious, this lineup is proof that country music is evolving—and it might just have something for you, too.
So, what do you think? Will Ella Langley steal the show? Did the ACMs get it right? Let’s talk country music! 🎶🤠