The Canadian Country Music Association are hosting their 2023 Awards show in Hamilton on Saturday September 16th, live from the FirstOntario Centre.
Today, we found out which Canadian artists will be nominated for the biggest night in Canadian country music. More performers were also announced, too.
Rising star Josh Ross lead the pack with six nominations. The Reklaws (who will host and perform at the 2023 CCMA Awards presented by TD), Dallas Smith & Tenille Townes each earned five nominations. Dean Brody, Jade Eagleson and Tim & The Glory Boys earned four nominations apiece.
Dallas Smith, James Barker Band, Tenille Townes, Jade Eagleson and international stars Sam Hunt & Train were also announced to perform at the awards show.
We’re thrilled to announce that we will be performing at the 2023 CCMA Awards presented by TD! Join us in Hamilton, Ontario, on September 16th for an unforgettable night of country music magic. Can’t wait to see y’all! Tickets are on sale now!https://t.co/Ch8RiJHxpe pic.twitter.com/AT6R45Dvzj
— The Reklaws (@thereklaws) June 24, 2023
Below you’ll find the full list of nominees. Let me know if your favourite artist made the list.
Entertainer of the Year (Award #1):
- Dean Brody
- Jade Eagleson
- Dallas Smith
- Tenille Townes
- Shania Twain
We are thrilled to reveal the incredible nominees for the honoured title of Entertainer of the Year at the 2023 CCMA Awards presented by TD. These artists have set stages ablaze and captured your hearts with their unforgettable music and performances. #CCMAAwards #CCMAs pic.twitter.com/6Z3bUThMfM
— CCMA (@CCMAofficial) July 12, 2023
Album of the Year (Award #2):
- Four Good Years – Andrew Hyatt
- Good Ol’ Days -The Reklaws
- Planes Don’t Wait – Shawn Austin
- Talk To Time – Tim Hicks
- Tim & The Glory Boys – Tim & The Glory Boys
Here are the nominees for Album of the Year at the 2023 CCMA Awards presented by TD. These masterpieces have touched our souls and left an impact. Each album takes us on a journey through exceptional artistry. Which album do you want to see take the award? #CCMAAwards #CCMAs pic.twitter.com/TJ0GEKNKhw
— CCMA (@CCMAofficial) July 13, 2023
TD Aeroplan Visa Fans’ Choice (Award #3):
- Dean Brody
- Jade Eagleson
- Tim Hicks
- High Valley
- James Barker Band
- Brett Kissel
- The Reklaws
- Josh Ross
- Dallas Smith
- Tenille Townes
Here are the nominees for the TD Aeroplan Visa Fans' Choice Award at the 2023 CCMA Awards presented by TD.
You choose the ultimate winner!
Vote by tweeting #TDAeroplanVisaFansChoice #CCMAVote or visit https://t.co/BWAFyXMIie pic.twitter.com/sJkphwHVwM
— CCMA (@CCMAofficial) July 13, 2023
Female Artist of the Year (Award #4):
- Tenille Arts
- Lindsay Ell
- MacKenzie Porter
- Tenille Townes
- Shania Twain
We're ecstatic to reveal the extraordinary nominees for Female Artist of the Year at the 2023 CCMA Awards presented by TD. Who do you want to see crowned Female Artist of the Year? #CCMAAwards #CCMAs pic.twitter.com/Cg5eGWwgKM
— CCMA (@CCMAofficial) July 12, 2023
Group or Duo of the Year (Award #5):
- High Valley
- Hunter Brothers
- James Barker Band
- The Reklaws
- Tim & The Glory Boys
Musical Collaboration of the Year (Award #6):
- 11 Beers – The Reklaws feat. Jake Owen
- Do This Life – High Valley, Alison Krauss
- I Ain’t Drunk – Gord Bamford ft. Terri Clark
- Never Met A Beer – Tyler Joe Miller, Matt Lang
- One Too – Dallas Smith & MacKenzie Porter
We proudly present the nominees for Musical Collaboration of the Year at the 2023 CCMA Awards presented by TD.
With a roster full of incredible collaborations, who do you want to see take home the award?#CCMAawards #CCMAs pic.twitter.com/HSCgPndywz
— CCMA (@CCMAofficial) July 13, 2023
Male Artist of the Year (Award #7):
- Dean Brody
- Jade Eagleson
- Brett Kissel
- Josh Ross
- Dallas Smith
Drumroll, please! We're thrilled to unveil the exceptional talents in the running for the title of Male Artist of the Year at the 2023 CCMA Awards presented by TD. #CCMAAwards #CCMAs pic.twitter.com/PNtAvCNkux
— CCMA (@CCMAofficial) July 13, 2023
Breakthrough Artist or Group of the Year (Award #8):
- Dax
- Nate Haller
- Griffen Palmer
- Orville Peck
- Josh Ross
Introducing the nominees for Breakthrough Artist or Group of the Year at the 2023 CCMA Awards presented by TD. Cast your vote by tweeting the official hashtag #CCMAVoteBreakthrough or visit https://t.co/BWAFyXMIie. Voting starts today at 12:15pm ET #CCMAAwards #CCMAs pic.twitter.com/jaBvm43wR1
— CCMA (@CCMAofficial) July 13, 2023
Alternative Country Album of the Year (Award #9):
- Come Morning – The Bros. Landreth
- I’m Not Crying, You’re Crying – Whitehorse
- Surprise Party – Mallory Johnson
- Time Traveller – Jason Benoit
- A Traveler’s Lament – Kyle McKearney
Single of the Year (Award #10):
- 11 Beers – Reklaws feat Jake Owen
- On A Different Night – Josh Ross
- Right On Time – Lindsay Ell
- Wastin’ Whiskey – James Barker Band
- Where’d You Learn How To Do That – Dean Brody
- Wild As Her – Tyler Joe Miller
Songwriter(s) of the Year (Award #11):
- Back To Drinkin’ Whiskey (Artist: Tyler Joe Miller)Kelly Archer, Danick Dupelle, Tyler Joe Miller
- Float (Artist: Tim & The Glory Boys) Rodney Clawson, Tim Neufeld, Allen Salmon
- Greatest Show On Dirt (Artist: Meghan Patrick) Trannie Anderson, Matt McGinn, Jake Mitchell, Meghan Patrick
- The Thing That Wrecks You (Artist: Tenille Townes feat. Bryan Adams) Bryan Adams, Daniel Tashian, Tenille Townes, Kate York
- Trouble (Artist: Josh Ross) Josh Ross, Mason Thornley
Video of the Year (Award #15):
- Float – Tim & The Glory Boys
- One Too – Dallas Smith & MacKenzie Porter
- She Don’t Know – Jade Eagleson
- The Thing That Wrecks You – Tenille Townes feat. Bryan Adams
- Trouble – Josh Ross
Radio Station of the Year (Large Market)
- CFCW (Edmonton, AB)
- CHKX-FM (Hamilton, ON)
- CJJR-FM (Vancouver, BC)
- CKDK-FM (London, ON) => THAT’S US!!! Thank you Thank you Thank you
- CKKL-FM (Ottawa, ON)
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