The Moody Center Hosts the 2022 CMT Music Awards
The Moody Center in Austin, Texas was the venue on Wednesday night for the 2022 Country Music Television (CMT) Awards. Kane Brown and Kelsea Ballerini hosted the event that was voted on by fans. Performers included Keith Urban, Gwen Stefani, Alanis Morissette, and LeAnn Rimes. Carrie Underwood was nominated again this year and remains the all-time winner of CMT Awards with 25 wins.
Shania Twain Receives “CMT Equal Play Award”
Canadian singer Shania Twain became the fourth artist to receive the “CMT Equal Play Award.” The award honors women in country music and recognizes those who have demonstrated support for female artists. Twain was also among those performers at the event and sang some of her most popular songs.
Stevie Ray Vaughan and Lynyrd Skynyrd Honored
Stevie Ray Vaughan and Lynyrd Skynyrd were honored with tribute performances at the awards show. The tribute to Stevie Ray Vaughan was performed by Jack Ingram with Miranda Lambert and Jon Randall. It recognized Vaughan’s impact on Texas blues music. Meanwhile, a tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd paid homage to their significance as pioneers of southern rock.
Winners of the CMT Awards
This year’s winners included Chris Stapleton for video of the year for his song “Starting Over.” He also won male video of the year. The female video of the year went to Ashley McBryde for her song “Martha Divine.” The group/duo video of the year was won by Brothers Osborne for “Younger Me.” Other winners included Lainey Wilson, Lindsay Ell, Gabby Barrett & Charlie Puth, and Tim McGraw & Tyler Hubbard.
Kane Brown Makes His Acting Debut on Fire Country
In addition to hosting the 2022 CMT Awards, Kane Brown has made his acting debut on the TV series Fire Country. Brown played the character of Robin, a mysterious train hopper who assists in helping injured patients in the aftermath of a train crash. The episode aired on April 7th and also featured one of Brown’s songs, “Different Man,” which is featured on his album Experiment.
Kane Brown Returns as Host of 2023 CMT Music Awards
Kane Brown’s busy schedule includes hosting the 2023 CMT Music Awards for the third time. He has also expressed excitement over his upcoming performance, which will feature his wife Katelyn as they sing their recent hit “Thank God.” The couple is currently building a studio in their home where they will continue making music together.
In conclusion, the 2022 CMT Awards showcased the best of country music and acknowledged its rich history with tributes to Stevie Ray Vaughan and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Shania Twain received the “CMT Equal Play Award” and several talented artists were recognized for their work. Meanwhile, fans are thrilled to see Kane Brown expand his career beyond music as he makes his acting debut on Fire Country and prepares to host the 2023 CMT Music Awards.
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