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Post by Deleted on Aug 31, 2016 12:57:00 GMT -5
I guess it's just that I feel the need to constantly defend him, stick up for him, promote him, and talk about him because I feel not many here do. (Maybe i'm looking in the wrong places and we also all know that I go a little overboard on the Urban but hey, that's fine.. someone has to!!) I just feel that no one ever roots for him, predicts him to win, etc. Sure, he's been around for years and the nominations are great - of course they are great and I know he doesn't take that for granted what so ever, In fact, me and other fans of his probably care even more than he does, lol. But like I said, while the nominations are great, I just want HIM to be the winner... just once! Cause it never happens. Also, maybe they need to reconsider the eligibility period for some of this stuff then. Just a thought. But Keith's album and tour have been the talk of fans, social media, and Nashville all year. Can't tell you how many times I've heard the word "Ripcord" - Idk, it's just been everywhere. And obviously not in a bad way It just confuses me how they come up with some of this stuff. Too be fair the reason why not many people root for him to win is because artists like Dierks Bentley, Eric Church, and Carrie Underwood get even higher critical acclaim and arguably higher fanbases. I am hoping Carrie Underwood wins so badly but you never know with these awards. Also I get the feeling Maren Morris will sweep the awards when it happens.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 31, 2016 13:04:56 GMT -5
Also, maybe they need to reconsider the eligibility period for some of this stuff then. Just a thought. But Keith's album and tour have been the talk of fans, social media, and Nashville all year. Can't tell you how many times I've heard the word "Ripcord" - Idk, it's just been everywhere. And obviously not in a bad way It just confuses me how they come up with some of this stuff. The eligibility period is always July 1 of the previous year through June 30 of the current year. The show is always the first week of November, so they can't use the January-December calendar year lol. Having a clearly stated eligibility period is the best way to make things fair. If it was undefined or shifted around every year, that just wouldn't make any sense. And anyway, the voters need some time to come up with the nominations and then vote for the winners. Labels and management groups start submitting material to be nominated as soon as they can (July), and July into August is when the voters narrow the submissions down and vote to see who will be the final 5 in each category. After that, they need time to vote for the winners and of course the CMA needs time to prepare the show. Anyway, artists and their labels and management teams all know the eligibility period, so it's on them if they decide to split a tour into 2 different eligibility years.
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Post by .indulgecountry on Aug 31, 2016 15:55:44 GMT -5
Super thrilled with these nominations. They're very strong all around and I am quite pleased. Carrie getting a nod for EOTY is beautiful to see. Also happy with all the Maren Morris love, and the lack of love for Jason, Blake, and Luke.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 31, 2016 16:37:02 GMT -5
Now that I'm home, I can give my thoughts on the nominees. Starting with Entertainer.
Entertainer I am not terribly surprised as Luke had 4 #1s during the eligibility and despite not being a critical darling his sales and airplay more than conpensates.
I really don't care for Garth Brooks and personally I'd rather have Kenny Chesney in as his tour still draws people in and Kenny Chesney has good amount of airplay with "Save It For A Rainy Day" and "Noise".
Chris Stapleton doesn't shock me at all, he brings in a lot of listeners and his album is selling like hotcakes.
Having said that Carrie Underwood has it all, radio prescence, hot selling tour, strong digital showing ("Church Bells" and "Heartbeat" were pretty big hits), critical acclaim, and a prescence outside of country music (Sunday night Football theme song and the Grammy Performance)
Keitn Urban is honestly probably more of a placeholder nominee. I think Keith Urban is past his prime commercially (he's still big just not quite as big).
For the rest Male Chris Stapleton (although OMG at Tim McGraw being nominated, honestly outside of Luke Bryan and Keith Urban neither of which I've been a fan of the past few years the noms are really good) Female Maren Morris or Carrie Underwood, with Kelsea Ballerini as a dark horse in case theirs a vote split. Group; I really don't care as none of the nominees do anything for me (I love Lady Antebellum but they were on hiatus, although I do hope they use the CMA to perform a new leadoff single, although given how slow their going it seems I'm probably going to wait) so I guess Rascal Flatts might win. Little Big Town did next to nothing, ZBB won't because politics, and Old Dominion I think is just too new.
Duo; Give it to Florida Georgia Line even if I do want Maddie & Tae but their placeholder nominees.
Album. As long as Dierks Bentley or Keith Urban don't win I'll be very satisfied (I didn't care for either album, although Dierks album looking back now I'd give it a 6/10)
The rest of the categories I don't care for (although I am hoping Maren sweeps)
Overall solid list of nominees and I look forward hopefully Maren Morris, Carrie Underwood, and Chris Stapleton sweep house and give the best performances of the night.
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Post by justme60 on Aug 31, 2016 16:39:41 GMT -5
Carrie Underwood may have a higher fanbase, but I don't think her album was critically acclaimed. Don't think Dierks has a higher fanbase than Keith does.
Just read an article where Rolling Stones called RIPCORD a Critically acclaimed album!
Guess it all depends on who you talk to, especially here.
I believe I'm talking to the choir here so I will discuss this no further.
Doesn't matter anyway, Keith's got the nominations he so deserved.
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Post by onebuffalo on Aug 31, 2016 17:03:21 GMT -5
Well, I can die and go to heaven. Carrie Underwood's nomination for the Entertainer award is the big story unto itself. Chris Stapleton getting in is a surprise. It would be great for Joey + Rory to get the award for Duo. Their Hymns album went gold and would be sentimental favorites. Maybe we can get bjer127 to get the first post to be the nominees and they can copy and past their predictions for the next post.
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Post by onebuffalo on Aug 31, 2016 17:34:38 GMT -5
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Post by 14887fan on Aug 31, 2016 17:51:57 GMT -5
Carrie Underwood may have a higher fanbase, but I don't think her album was critically acclaimed. Don't think Dierks has a higher fanbase than Keith does. Just read an article where Rolling Stones called RIPCORD a Critically acclaimed album! Guess it all depends on who you talk to, especially here. I believe I'm talking to the choir here so I will discuss this no further. Doesn't matter anyway, Keith's got the nominations he so deserved. I mean, it doesn't matter what you think in this regard; Storyteller was a very well-received album, both critically and commercially.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 31, 2016 17:56:12 GMT -5
Carrie Underwood may have a higher fanbase, but I don't think her album was critically acclaimed. Don't think Dierks has a higher fanbase than Keith does. Just read an article where Rolling Stones called RIPCORD a Critically acclaimed album! Guess it all depends on who you talk to, especially here. I believe I'm talking to the choir here so I will discuss this no further. Doesn't matter anyway, Keith's got the nominations he so deserved. I mean, it doesn't matter what you think in this regard; Storyteller was a very well-received album, both critically and commercially. Add in the fact every album receives some amount of good press. But what really tells how critically acclaimed is when you get reviews that are unbiased and that's how I can tell how acclaimed an album (Mark at Spectrum Pulse on YouTube is a really great critic who really breaks songs down and while I don't always agree he gives really insightful reviews)
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Post by rsmatto on Aug 31, 2016 18:02:09 GMT -5
Just a reminder y'all that EOTY is handed out for more than just touring and overall radio success. This is how Blake won one without a tour. It's about overall exposure for the genre. As for new artist, if they haven't won any other award (excepting for SOTY, video or vocal event), and have only been nominated once, they're eligible.
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Post by carrieidol1 on Aug 31, 2016 19:04:04 GMT -5
I cannot remember the last time I was this happy with nominees. I was at work today with a permanent smile on my face; nothing could get me down. I'm still on such a high! Every year I hoped and prayed for change and it never came, and every year I lost more and more hope that it would ever happen; or that any change would happen too late. Before this morning most people truly believed Carrie Underwood would never be nominated for Entertainer of the Year, even I believed it - but I NEVER gave up hope, and I'm glad I didn't. With this said, buckle up, here are my predictions!
Will Win Could Win
Entertainer of the Year Garth Brooks Luke Bryan Chris Stapleton Carrie Underwood Keith Urban
I cannot believe I get to make this prediction! The fact that it's realistic is mind boggling for all the right reasons. I genuinely believe this is Carrie's to lose - gahhhh, I can't even. Garth Brooks, while he's a true contender, I don't think they'll give this to him without having released any new material. I think the point at which he announces retirement from the road will be when he wins Entertainer, but I don't see that happening anytime soon. Luke is the two-time reigning winner. If he were to win again, he'd join an elite group of very few artists with three or more wins - I don't suspect that will happen this year, although I wouldn't be totally shocked. I don't think Chris Stapleton will win this, but he does have the momentum to defy that, as well as the voting bloc advantage. Still, I don't think he has earned this quite yet, and I think the voters know that. Keith Urban is a favorite of mine and definitely had a big year, but I'm super surprised to see him nominated over the likes to Dierks and Eric - he's the least likely to win, in my opinion. This leaves Carrie Underwood. Simply put, she has defied the odds just by being nominated. I don't think this is a slam-dunk, but I think a culmination of things will lead to her win. She is one of two nominees who haven't won, and she is WAY past due - the voters have clearly shown they know that by finally nominating her. Also, from a political standpoint, three of the nominees are WME clients and that could work to Carrie's advantage if split voting occurs, which it likely will. Most importantly, Carrie has the numbers (which she has always had): killer tour stats, album sales, radio success, etc. This award is Carrie's to lose for so many reasons! The category is stiff, but all things considered, I genuinely believe Carrie can and will win Entertainer of the Year.
Male Vocalist Dierks Bentley Eric Church Tim McGraw Chris Stapleton Keith Urban
I think this is Chris Stapleton's to lose. I don't think he will but if anyone can challenge, it's either Dierks or Eric - who are both top nominees this year. I'd love to see Dierks win as I perfer him to Eric, but Chris had a huge year overall and I think he has done enough to win this a second year.
Female Vocalist Kelsea Ballerini Miranda Lambert Maren Morris Kacey Musgraves Carrie Underwood
The fact that I can realistically and confidently predict Carrie Underwood as the winner of this category is just... I don't even know. I think this is Carrie's to lose, pretty much for all the reasons I listed above. The voters clearly feel the need and want to finally recognize Carrie, and I think they'll make sure to do so here. Overall, she is clearly the Female Vocalist of the Year. HOWEVER, you can't count out the leading female nominee, Maren Morris. Very happy to see a new name challenge for the Female trophy; with five total nominations, you can't count her out. She has plenty of time to win this, though, and Carrie really should win, I think she will. I think the voters made it clear this year that Miranda likely won't win, but she can't be counted out...
Album Black, Dierks Bentley Hero, Maren Morris Mr. Misunderstood, Eric Church Ripcord, Keith Urban Storyteller, Carrie Underwood
I think Eric's lack of an Entertainer nomination will be somewhat forgiven here, I think he'll win this. However, again, this seems to be the year the voters want to recognize Carrie and I could see them giving this to her as well. Maren Morris also has a shot, but I genuinely think this is Eric's to lose.
Single "Die A Happy Man", Thomas Rhett "Humble and Kind", Tim McGraw "My Church", Maren Morris "Nobody To Blame", Chris Stapleton "Record Year", Eric Church
Song "Burning House", Cam "Die A Happy Man", Thomas Rhett "Humble and Kind", Tim McGraw "My Church", Maren Morris "Record Year", Eric Church
Vocal Group Lady Antebellum Little Big Town Old Dominion Rascal Flatts Zac Brown Band
Vocal Duo Brothers Osborne Dan + Shay Florida Georgia Line Joey + Rory Maddie & Tae
New Artist Kelsea Ballerini Brothers Osborne Maren Morris Old Dominion Cole Swindell
Musical Event "Different For Girls", Dierks Bentley/Elle King "Home Alone Tonight", Luke Bryan/Karen Fairchild "The Fighter", Keith Urban/Carrie Underwood "Think of You", Chris Young/Cassadee Pope "You Are My Sunshine", Chris Stapleton/Morgane Stapleton
Music Video "Burning House", Cam "Fire Away", Chris Stapleton "Humble and Kind", Tim McGraw "Record Year", Eric Church "Somewhere On A Beach", Dierks Bentley
Musician Jerry Douglas Paul Franklin Dan Huff Brett Mason Derek Wells
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Post by fridayteenage on Aug 31, 2016 19:36:22 GMT -5
Weeks in album sales T10 for notable categories' nominees, since last July started: Chris 34 Luke 9 Carrie 4 Keith 2 Garth 0
Eric 3 Dierks 2 Tim 1
Maren 1 Kelsea, Kacey, Miranda 0
Old Dominion 1 Lady A, Big Town, Rascal, Zac Brown 0
Joey+Rory 9 Brothers Osborne, Dan+Shay, Maddie+Tae 1 Florida Georgia Line 0
Only 3 with at least a full month. Huh.
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Post by tim on Aug 31, 2016 20:02:17 GMT -5
Overall this is a pretty good list of nominees this year. I'll come back around to this thread to post my predictions closer to the show, however I'll predict now that Chris Stapleton will win Entertainer of the Year. I'm going with my gut and also a prediction I made back in January for our annual yearly predictions - that if Chris Stapleton was nominated for this award he'd likely win it.
Best Surprise - Tim McGraw's nomination for Male Vocalist of the Year Not Surprised At All - Lack of nominations for Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton and Kenny Chesney Least Favorite Nomination - "Die A Happy Man" for Song of the Year...c'mon it's a ripoff! Biggest Snub - No Album/Female Vocalist nominations for Brandy Clark
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Post by justme60 on Aug 31, 2016 20:22:02 GMT -5
14887fan....I mean, it doesn't matter what you think in this regard; Storyteller was a very well-received album, both critically and commercially.Do
Don't know why you felt the need to say that to me. However, I can say the same to you regarding Keith's album. It was well received by many critics and is selling well, too.
I like Carrie a lot and have nothing against her being nominated or winning. I was trying to say her album was no better or worse than Keith's album. Keith's album deserves to be nominated just as much as hers.
I was commenting to raylatch because he loves every chance he gets to dig into Keith and put him down.
Some of you are just so hostile. You can't post here without getting pounced on. May the best artist win.
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Post by countrymusicjunkie on Aug 31, 2016 20:38:34 GMT -5
This is the happiest I have been with the CMA nominees in a very long time. I'm very happy for Tim, aside from a couple of duds "Truck Yeah" and "Lookin For That Girl", I feel like he's making some of the best music of his career over the past few years and it's nice to see him finally get some recognition. I agree with others that it would have been nice to see Eric in the Entertainer category, but I guess since he didn't do much touring this year that it kind of makes sense that he was left out. I was very surprised not to see Jason and Blake's names anywhere on the list but I'm definitely not complaining. Lastly, if Miranda takes home female vocalist this year it will be a travesty, Carrie is so deserving of the award.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 31, 2016 20:39:16 GMT -5
14887fan....I mean, it doesn't matter what you think in this regard; Storyteller was a very well-received album, both critically and commercially.Do Don't know why you felt the need to say that to me. However, I can say the same to you regarding Keith's album. It was well received by many critics and is selling well, too. I like Carrie a lot and have nothing against her being nominated or winning. I was trying to say her album was no better or worse than Keith's album. Keith's album deserves to be nominated just as much as hers. I was commenting to raylatch because he loves every chance he gets to dig into Keith and put him down. Some of you are just so hostile. You can't post here without getting pounced on. May the best artist win. I never took it personal with Keith Urban (also Keith Urban is not immune from criticism and I do like my fare share of Keith Urban songs) all I did was criticize his music so I never made it personal. Also every act gets some acclaim, however let me make something clear, it's critics for me that tend to also be just as critical as they are positive and I noticed Carrie Underwood had more praise for her album.
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Post by bamafan2102 on Aug 31, 2016 21:30:40 GMT -5
Pretty good list. If this is not Zac Brown Bands year to win group, then they need to stop nominating them.
Would love to see Record Year sweep, Maren get album and female, Garth get EOTY, Chis and Cassadee win, Eric for Male....
Might just be a good show.....
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Post by bornfearless2000 on Aug 31, 2016 21:33:06 GMT -5
For the first time in forever... there is justice in CMAs.
Carrie really deserves the EOTY nomination, and she has all the criterias to win.
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Post by babybuffalo on Aug 31, 2016 21:46:15 GMT -5
Just some thoughts on Entertainer of the Year... First, this may be unpopular not sure, I feel that Garth Brooks is THE most overrated artist in country music history. Adam I couldn't agree with you more. Part of the reason i stopped listening to Bobby Bones was his daily reference to Garth as the GOAT. I just don't get it. I actually saw him at the height of his career in the 90's, in Baton Rouge (of all places). I wouldn't put his show on my Top 10 in any genre. And I probably love James Taylor as much as he does. But I really can't stand his personality either. The Chris Stapleton EOTY nom is another head scratcher. Too early and I haven't noticed him doing much but standing there and singing. Overall though I am happy with the list. Have to root for Keith for EOTY and album. I really think Eric Church will get his turn next year, especially since he's going out completely on his own. Glad to see Jason and Blake out of the running. Male Vocalist -hate to say it but I think Tim got traction due to the message of Humble and Kind and not his vocal abilities. If it goes to Keith, Eric, or Dierks I will be happy. Can't get on the Stapleton train. Don't get me wrong he has a great voice but it doesn't really do anything for me. Fans act as if we've never heard a voice like that. Were they around for Travis Tritt? Female vocalist - I don't really have a dog in the fight but I'll go with Carrie since she had one of my favorite songs "Heartbeat" and it's so different than her other material. Group - Old Dominion no contest. Duo - I want Brothers Osborne but I think FGL has a lock Single and Song - Record Year, Eric Church
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Post by Deleted on Aug 31, 2016 23:03:45 GMT -5
This is the first time in years I haven't had a major gripe with the CMA nominations, and it's so nice to see the love spread around a little bit.
These nominations went through such a long period and I started to wonder if the voting committee was ever going to shake things up; I might actually watch these awards, because so many categories could be unpredictable, for the first time in ages.
Highlights for me are Carrie's nomination in Entertainer (so overdue), Marren's nominations (when's the last time a new female dominated?) and the lack of the usual suspects- Luke, Blake, etc. As much as I like both LBT and Miranda, I can't say I'm disappointed that they didn't dominate this time.
Entertainer:
Carrie Underwood Luke Bryan Keith Urban Chris Stapelton Garth Brooks
Good group of nominees, although I do think it's premature for Stapelton to show up, and I'm not sold on Urban nabbing a slot, either.
Luke has had incredible success, but I'd be shocked if he took this for a third year. Garth has had insane touring numbers, but with the lack of new music (or any other presence outside of touring), I don't see him having much of a chance.
Stapleton is the Country industry's darling right now, but I can't make much of a case for him, especially based on the accomplishments of the other nominees.
Carrie is extremely deserving, I would LOVE to see her win this. Perhaps it's wishful thinking, but part of me thinks that the strong presence of female nominees (plus the "Storyteller nod), could mean she has a good shot to win.
She's had the commercial success, the visibility, talent and acclaim to warrant a win, and I think the fact that she received her first nod 11 years in is really promising.
She's certainly been overlooked, and I think it would be an amazing moment for Country's female artists in general.
Entertainer of the Year Garth Brooks Luke Bryan Chris Stapleton Carrie Underwood Keith Urban
Male Vocalist Dierks Bentley Eric Church Tim McGraw Chris Stapleton Keith Urban
Pleasantly surprised with no Shelton, but I am surprised Bryan was snubbed here.
I don't think Bentley, Urban or McGraw stand a chance, so that leaves Stapleton and Church to battle it out. Both of these guys are really critically acclaimed (and voters seem to like them both), but I'll give the edge to Chris for now.
Female Vocalist Kelsea Ballerini Miranda Lambert Maren Morris Kacey Musgraves Carrie Underwood
Anyone. But. Miranda. Seriously, I hope Carrie has a chance, but Marren and Kelsea have had great years as well. A deserving vetran versus some new blood.
Album Black, Dierks Bentley Hero, Maren Morris Mr. Misunderstood, Eric Church Ripcord, Keith Urban Storyteller, Carrie Underwood
It's Eric's to lose.
Single "Die A Happy Man", Thomas Rhett "Humble and Kind", Tim McGraw "My Church", Maren Morris "Nobody To Blame", Chris Stapleton "Record Year", Eric Church
I could see Rhett, Stapleton or McGraw,taking this, but I have a feeling they'll want to give it to Chris.
Song "Burning House", Cam "Die A Happy Man", Thomas Rhett "Humble and Kind", Tim McGraw "My Church", Maren Morris "Record Year", Eric Church
McGraw's was the biggest hit, and I can't see him missing out on winning single or song. Eric, and Thomas are probably viable here as well, though.
Vocal Group Lady Antebellum Little Big Town Old Dominion Rascal Flatts Zac Brown Band
Although Old Dominion could take this, the CMA voters have a bad habit of rewarding the same group for years on end (Rascal Flatts, Lady A, LBT, etc.)
Vocal Duo Brothers Osborne Dan + Shay Florida Georgia Line Joey + Rory Maddie & Tae
Unfortunately, it's FGL's to lose.
New Artist Kelsea Ballerini Brothers Osborne Maren Morris Old Dominion Cole Swindell
Marren has done well, but Kelsea seems to be the "it" female Country artist of the moment, so I'll give her the edge. Musical Event "Different For Girls", Dierks Bentley/Elle King "Home Alone Tonight", Luke Bryan/Karen Fairchild "The Fighter", Keith Urban/Carrie Underwood "Think of You", Chris Young/Cassadee Pope "You Are My Sunshine", Morgane Stapleton/Chris Stapleton
I think Young/Pope will take this, but I wouldn't be surprised if the Stapeton's edged them out. Part of me wants to say Bryan/Fairchild stand a chance based on name recognition, but I don't see it being first pick to win.
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Post by Markus Meyer on Aug 31, 2016 23:08:55 GMT -5
I really love the competition in all the categories this year. Like, is there any category that has a 100% lock on it? Maybe FGL for Duo? Even then, I think Joey + Rory could put up a fight.
Other thoughts: - LOVE the CU love. - Stapleton EOTY nom is well deserved. Has sold more music than anyone else during eligibility, and has been a tremendous ambassador for the genre.
Predictions:
Enterainer: Luke Bryan (could go to anyone but Keith, but I'll play it safe here).
Female: Miranda Lambert (until she loses, I refuse to bet against her. Won't be shocked by a Carrie win.. But I'm not getting my hope up again this year).
Male: Chris Stapleton Group: Little Big Town Duo: Florida Georgia Line Album: 'Mr. Misunderstood', Eric Church Single: "Die A Happy Man", Thomas Rhett Song: "Humble and Kind", Lori McKenna New Artist: Maren Morris
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Post by someguy on Aug 31, 2016 23:17:39 GMT -5
Pretty decent nominations this year. I'm glad to see Carrie Underwood do so well with the nominations. I'd love to see her win Entertainer, and I actually think she has a pretty decent chance to do so. I would imagine that it's between her and Luke (with an outside chance of Chris Stapleton), but I'd love to see her take it home this year.
I'm really glad to see Tim McGraw pull in a few nominations this year. I think "Humble And Kind" has a decent chance at least one of the Single/Song awards, which would be great to see.
I love seeing Maren Morris nominated so much, too. I think she has a very good shot at New Artist, and I would imagine that she's a serious contender for Female Vocalist, as well.
I would have really liked to see Jennifer Nettles or Brandy Clark pull in a nomination or two (in either Female Vocalist, Album or Video), but those are really the only glaring omissions for me. Sam Hunt also probably should have been in there somewhere, too.
Overall though, a very solid list, and it should be an entertaining show.
I'll post my full predictions later.
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Post by travelrocks24 on Sept 1, 2016 4:23:38 GMT -5
Artists get two shots at the New Artist Award... Wow, that is pretty stupid in my opinion.
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Post by CoJoFan on Sept 1, 2016 8:53:06 GMT -5
Here's my picks now that we know the nominees
Entertainer - Luke Bryan
The only real threats to Luke in my opinion were not nominated (Jason Aldean, Eric Church and Florida Georgia Line). Although I really would like to see Keith, Carrie or Chris win this.
Female Vocalist - Carrie Underwood
I wouldn't be surprised to see Maren Morris pull a Gretchen Wilson and win this over Carrie.
Male Vocalist - Chris Stapleton
This will be Eric Church's award someday.....when Chris Stapleton isn't nominated.
Vocal Group - Old Dominion
Zac Brown Band will not win this yet again.....but will they ever?
Vocal Duo - Florida Georgia Line
Strong third album for FGL. Dan & Shay as well as Brothers Osborne are becoming serious contenders for FGL. Also LoCash was snubbed in my opinion.
Album - Mr. Misunderstood - Eric Church
All the albums nominated are stellar albums!
Song - "Humble And Kind" - Tim McGraw
All the songs are great in this category so it really don't matter to me who wins.
Single - "Die A Happy Man" - Thomas Rhett
He won this award at the ACM's so I think he will win it at the CMA's too.
Musical Event - "Different For Girls" - Dierks Bentley ft. Elle King
Chris and Cassadee could win this too. Luke and Karen have a chance too. It will between them 3.
Video - "Humble And Kind" - Tim McGraw
All the videos to me are great. The only one that doesn't have a shot is Dierks'.
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Post by carrieidol1 on Sept 1, 2016 9:09:11 GMT -5
I'd be super upset after these amazing nominations if Carrie still walks away with nothing... I know I should be happy and grateful with just the nominations, and I am! But seeing so many predictions without Carrie winning anything scares me! I know Chris Stapleton had a huge year, but I DO NOT think he should just be handed Entertainer of the Year. If Carrie had to wait eleven years for just a nomination, I feel like Chris should have to wait more than one year for a win. ESPECIALLY considering he hasn't been much of a touring artist this past year. He has great album sales and his overall exposure was huge, but Carrie has all that plus killer touring stats and continued radio dominance. I know it comes down to just a few thousand people voting, but I have to imagine a good chunk of the voters may feel it's a little too soon to just hand Chris Entertainer of the Year. Once he has a major tour under his belt and another album, then I think he should be considered. I just feel it's way too soon at this point, and I hope I'm right!
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Post by myeverything on Sept 1, 2016 9:42:22 GMT -5
14887fan....I mean, it doesn't matter what you think in this regard; Storyteller was a very well-received album, both critically and commercially.Do Don't know why you felt the need to say that to me. However, I can say the same to you regarding Keith's album. It was well received by many critics and is selling well, too. I like Carrie a lot and have nothing against her being nominated or winning. I was trying to say her album was no better or worse than Keith's album. Keith's album deserves to be nominated just as much as hers. I was commenting to raylatch because he loves every chance he gets to dig into Keith and put him down. Some of you are just so hostile. You can't post here without getting pounced on. May the best artist win. You know I agree with you. And sad as it is, the fan count on this board is like Keith - 2, Carrie - 40. Every single post is Carrie this, Carrie that.. which obviously is fine but I'm just trying to remember that this is only one little country music forum. If you go over to Country Chart Connection, you'll see that Keith dominates over there. So, I'm really not trying to put too much stock into it. It is what it is. For whatever reason though, I do still like to come here, it just gets tiring sometimes. I will root for Keith for everything until that day that I die. Honestly. Nothing or no one could ever change that and I truly mean it. Never know... Keith could be the dark horse for everyone that believes he "doesn't deserve to be there".... and if he actually pulled it off and won, I'd probably literally laugh in everyones face.
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Post by zaclord 🌈 on Sept 1, 2016 10:47:09 GMT -5
Alright I'll do some predictions too.
Who will win Who I want to win
Entertainer of the Year Garth Brooks Luke Bryan Chris Stapleton Carrie Underwood Keith Urban
I know I've been a negative Nancy when it comes to Carrie's chances at CMAs, but after seeing her nomination here (finally) I think she may have a shot. Although I really could realistically see anyone (except Keith) winning here. I'd hate to see Garth win because I don't think this award should be based solely off touring, and I'd hate to see Chris win just because his album has sold so well and the CMA voters like him a lot. I'd hate to see Luke win because he's Luke (and won the past two years) and its just not gonna happen for Keith (surprised he even made the top 5 actually), although I'd want him to win here if Carrie weren't in the running. I know I'm biased, but Carrie is by far the most deserving so I'd hate to see her lose this.
Male Vocalist Dierks Bentley Eric Church Tim McGraw Chris Stapleton Keith Urban
Wow, what a perfect group of nominees (no Luke, Blake, or Jason thank God). I see very little chance of this going to anyone other than Chris, but I'd love to see Dierks win this. I'm a longtime fan and I think overall he's had the best year out of these guys. I just need him to win this eventually, please.
Female Vocalist Kelsea Ballerini Miranda Lambert Maren Morris Kacey Musgraves Carrie Underwood
Again, I'm optimistic about Carrie now. However, I could definitely see all these changes to the nominations being false hope and Miranda take home the award (and typical winners winning everything - LBT, Luke). I could also see Kelsea pulling this off, or with all her nominations, Maren could even take home the award (although I think she may be too new still). This is one of the most exciting categories this year, which is really refreshing since its been stale and boring for the past 5 years.
Album Black, Dierks Bentley Hero, Maren Morris Mr. Misunderstood, Eric Church Ripcord, Keith Urban Storyteller, Carrie Underwood
Honestly, I could see this going to anyone except Keith. The other 4 albums are all great. Maren's is my favorite followed by Black, Storyteller, and Mr. Misunderstood, but I feel like Eric's album will take home the award. But this is (almost) anyone's award for the taking.
Single "Die A Happy Man", Thomas Rhett "Humble and Kind", Tim McGraw "My Church", Maren Morris "Nobody To Blame", Chris Stapleton "Record Year", Eric Church
I think Thomas will win this, but I hope Eric or Maren can pull off the win. Chris could easily win this too because he's Chris, but "Nobody To Blame" not being in the Song category weakens its chances I believe.
Song "Burning House", Cam "Die A Happy Man", Thomas Rhett "Humble and Kind", Tim McGraw "My Church", Maren Morris "Record Year", Eric Church
I want Cam to win this so badly, but I think its hard to picture anyone but "Humble and Kind" winning here. However, I wouldn't be terribly surprised with any of the nominees winning. Thomas is probably the least likely here despite being most likely in Single.
Vocal Group Lady Antebellum Little Big Town Old Dominion Rascal Flatts Zac Brown Band
Who the hell knows what's gonna happen here. I love Little Big Town so I'd be fine with them winning again despite having a quiet year. I can't see Old Dominion taking this yet, but I wouldn't be too surprised if they do. ZBB probably deserves it despite not having that big of a year themselves, but this category is just so weak this year (hence Lady A getting a nomination when they are on a break).
Vocal Duo Brothers Osborne Dan + Shay Florida Georgia Line Joey + Rory Maddie & Tae
I'd love love love to see Joey + Rory to win this, but I don't know about that happening. FGL probably will take it but I do think J+R stand an outside chance on the strength of their album sales and in remembrance of Joey.
New Artist Kelsea Ballerini Brothers Osborne Maren Morris Old Dominion Cole Swindell
I think Maren takes this easily. However outside shot to OD or Kelsea. With Maren's support in nominations though, I think she walks away with this one handily.
Musical Event "Different For Girls", Dierks Bentley/Elle King "Home Alone Tonight", Luke Bryan/Karen Fairchild "The Fighter", Keith Urban/Carrie Underwood "Think of You", Chris Young/Cassadee Pope "You Are My Sunshine", Morgane Stapleton/Chris Stapleton
I'd love to see Dierks & Elle win here (or Keith and Carrie, but that's not even a single), but I think the Stapleton's take this home.
Music Video "Burning House", Cam "Fire Away", Chris Stapleton "Humble and Kind", Tim McGraw "Record Year", Eric Church "Somewhere On A Beach", Dierks Bentley
While I love Stapleton, I don't want him to sweep again this year, but I think he will (with the exception of Entertainer maybe/hopefully), but I think this is the category that he undoubtedly deserves here. "Fire Away" is my favorite song of his and this video is incredibly powerful. I also wouldn't hate to see "Record Year" or "Burning House" recognized in some capacity though.
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Post by carrieidol1 on Sept 1, 2016 10:58:39 GMT -5
Anyone know when the final voting round takes place?
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Post by zaclord 🌈 on Sept 1, 2016 13:29:08 GMT -5
"The third and final ballot will be emailed to CMA members Thursday, October 10. Voting for the CMA Awards final ballot ends Tuesday, October 25 (6:00 PM/CT)." www.cmaworld.com/cma-awards/2016/05/05/balloting-season-cma-3/Side note: this would have been my reaction if I were Lady A getting a nomination for Vocal Group:
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Post by onebuffalo on Sept 1, 2016 13:45:28 GMT -5
"The third and final ballot will be emailed to CMA members Thursday, October 10. Voting for the CMA Awards final ballot ends Tuesday, October 25 (6:00 PM/CT)." www.cmaworld.com/cma-awards/2016/05/05/balloting-season-cma-3/Side note: this would have been my reaction if I were Lady A getting a nomination for Vocal Group: I don't think you have to worry about Lady Antebellum EVER winning Vocal Group again. This is not like the Need You Now era (2009-2011).
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