Ella Langley Wins Five Awards at 61st Academy of Country Music Awards
Ella Langley received five awards at the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards held May 17 in Las Vegas. Cody Johnson won Entertainer of the Year and Male Artist of the Year.
ForbesThe 61st Academy of Country Music Awards took place May 17 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Ella Langley won five awards, including Female Artist of the Year, Song of the Year and Single of the Year for "Choosin' Texas," Artist-Songwriter of the Year, and Music Event of the Year for "Don’t Mind If I Do" with Riley Green.
Johnson received Entertainer of the Year and Male Artist of the Year. The Red Clay Strays won Group of the Year and Brooks & Dunn won Duo of the Year. Parker McCollum won Album of the Year for his self-titled album.
+ Shay performed "Say So" in tribute to music executive Ben Vaughn, who died last year. Blake Shelton closed the show with a cover of Kenny Rogers’ "The Gambler" in tribute to songwriter Don Schlitz, who died last month. Miranda Lambert debuted her new song "Crisco" and Lainey Wilson opened the show with "Can’t Sit Still.
Key Facts
Potential Impact
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Ella Langley’s wins may increase streaming and sales for her album Dandelion.
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Cody Johnson’s Entertainer of the Year win may support future touring and media opportunities.
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