Number The Stars:
Last night's (11/13) 53rd Annual CMA Awards on ABC-TV was up in total overall viewers but hit a record low among adults 18-49 according to The Wrap and Zap2It.com. The show attracted 11.3 million total viewers and drew a 2.0 rating/9 share among Adults 18-49 compared to last year's 10.1 million (2.1/9) (CAT 11/15/18). Despite the drop, the show crushed second place Fox – 3.6 million (1.1/5) – set a new season high for the night and drew ABC's largest Wednesday audience in two years. The CMA is also touting 104% growth in social engagement. More here.
The Summer 2026 Print Special featuring:
Country Radio Hall
of Famers
Eric Church's Sinners @ 20
ACM Radio Winners & Carter Faith
Troy Tomlinson:
The Interview
2026 ACM Voter's Guide
A quick reference guide to the 2026 ACM Nominees
Inside This Issue:
MC-Yay At Ryman Lunch
Disruption Junction
You Look Like You Love Me
The Day Ahead