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ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR: Jason Aldean, Garth Brooks, Luke Bryan, Chris Stapleton, Keith Urban
WHO WE THINK WILL WIN: Have you seen Garth Brooks perform live? He puts on a show like nothing we have ever seen before, and there is no doubt he has earned this award.
MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR: Jason Aldean, Thomas Rhett, Chris Stapleton, Keith Urban, Chris Young
WHO WE THINK WILL WIN: Every artist in this category could win this. We simply chose it because we are in love with Chris Stapleton and his amazing beard…and of course his voice. He has the voice of an absolute angel.
FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR: Kelsea Ballerini, Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Maren Morris, Carrie Underwood
WHO WE THINK WILL WIN: We are hoping Carrie wins this category, mainly because of her newest song, “Champion,” which only supports her diversity as an artist and demonstrates her pure talent.
VOCAL DUO OF THE YEAR: Brothers Osborne, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line, LOCASH, Tim McGraw & Faith Hill
WHO WE THINK WILL WIN: This is the first time Tim and Faith have ever been nominated for a category together! This power duo deserves to be named Vocal Duo Of The Year.
VOCAL GROUP OF THE YEAR: Lady Antebellum, LANCO, Little Big Town, Midland, Old Dominion
WHO WE THINK WILL WIN: Does it get any better than Little Big Town? There is some stiff competition here, but this seasoned group has our vote.
