Ep 1. 2017 CMT Music Awards
- June 7, 2017
The CMT Music Awards season 3 episode 1, titled "2017 CMT Music Awards," celebrates some of the best country music artists and performances from the year before. The show features a variety of musical performances from fan-favorite artists, as well as highly anticipated award announcements. This year, Nashville played host to the awards ceremony, and the stage was set with an impressive lineup of performers, including the likes of Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, and Luke Bryan.
The episode opens with a series of clips highlighting the year's best country music videos, featuring artists such as Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, and Florida Georgia Line. Hosts Charles Esten and Kelsea Ballerini then take to the stage to welcome the audience and kick off the show. The two hosts are engaging and humorous, setting an energetic tone for the night.
The first award of the evening is for the Group Video of the Year. The nominees include Old Dominion, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Rascal Flatts, and Zac Brown Band. In a surprise victory, Lady Antebellum wins the award with their video for "You Look Good." The trio takes the stage to give an emotional and heartfelt acceptance speech.
Next up is the CMT Social Superstar Award, which goes to the most active and engaging country music artist on social media. The nominees include Thomas Rhett, Brett Eldredge, Jake Owen, Keith Urban, Kelsea Ballerini, and Lauren Alaina. This award is presented by host Kelsea Ballerini, who announces that the winner is Keith Urban. The country music superstar thanks his fans for their continued support and recognition.
The Collaboration Video of the Year award is next up, with nominees including Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, Florida Georgia Line featuring Backstreet Boys, Carrie Underwood featuring Keith Urban, Keith Urban featuring Carrie Underwood, and Kenny Chesney featuring P!nk. The award goes to Florida Georgia Line and the Backstreet Boys for their catchy duet, "God, Your Mama, and Me." The performance and acceptance speech bring the crowd to their feet.
The Male Video of the Year is presented next, with nominees including Sam Hunt, Keith Urban, Thomas Rhett, Jason Aldean, and Blake Shelton. The award goes to Keith Urban for his video for "Blue Ain't Your Color," which features a stunning performance by Nicole Kidman. Urban thanks his wife and collaborator for her continued support and inspiration.
The Breakthrough Video of the Year award is then presented, with nominees including Jon Pardi, Luke Combs, Michael Ray, Brett Young, Lauren Alaina, and Kane Brown. The winner is Jon Pardi for his video for "Dirt on My Boots." The country singer is visibly overjoyed to receive the award and gives a heartfelt thank-you to his fans and supporters.
The Female Video of the Year award is next, with nominees featuring Kelsea Ballerini, Lauren Alaina, Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris, Reba McEntire, and Carrie Underwood. The award goes to Carrie Underwood for her powerful video for "Church Bells." The country singer gives an emotional acceptance speech thanking her team and fans.
The final award of the night is for Video of the Year, with nominees including Keith Urban, Miranda Lambert, Thomas Rhett, Carrie Underwood, and Little Big Town. The award goes to Keith Urban for his stirring video for "Blue Ain't Your Color." The country singer gives a heartfelt and inspiring acceptance speech, thanking his wife and children for their continued love and support.
The episode concludes with a rousing and energetic performance from Luke Bryan, who brings the crowd to their feet with his hit song "Huntin', Fishin', and Lovin' Every Day." The CMT Music Awards 2017 episode is a celebration of the best and brightest in the country music industry, and a true testament to the power and beauty of this beloved American art form.
