ATLANTA, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Greenberg Traurig, LLP‘s Entertainment & Media Practice congratulates its clients on their nominations for the 60th annual Country Music Association (CMA) Awards, taking place Nov. 18.
“These nominations recognize excellence across every facet of the music industry, from artistry and songwriting to production and leadership, and we are especially proud to see so many of our clients honored among this year’s nominees,” said Atlanta Entertainment & Media Practice Co-Chair Jess Rosen, whose clients include the majority of the Greenberg Traurig-represented nominees. “Each nomination is a testament not only to exceptional talent, but also to the hard work, vision, and dedication that drive meaningful and lasting contributions to country music. We congratulate all of this year’s nominees and are proud to support our clients as they achieve this well-deserved recognition.”
Fourteen Greenberg Traurig clients received a combined 27 nominations across multiple categories.
Entertainer of the Year:
Cody Johnson
Single of the Year:
Miranda Lambert, producer (Be Her)
Miranda Lambert, producer (Choosin’ Texas)
Cody Johnson (The Fall)
Album of the Year:
Miranda Lambert, producer (Dandelion)
Kacey Musgraves (Middle of Nowhere)
Parker McCollum (Parker McCollum)
Song of the Year:
Jessie Jo Dillon, songwriter (Beautiful Things)
Miranda Lambert, songwriter (Choosin’ Texas)
Kacey Musgraves, songwriter (Dry Spell)
Josh Osborne, songwriter (Dry Spell)
Female Vocalist of the Year:
Miranda Lambert
Kacey Musgraves
Male Vocalist of the Year:
Cody Johnson
Vocal Group of the Year:
Lady A
Little Big Town
Midland
Old Dominion
Vocal Duo of the Year:
Brooks & Dunn
Dan + Shay
Musical Event of the Year:
Miranda Lambert (A Song to Sing)
Kacey Musgraves, featuring Miranda Lambert (Horses and Divorces)
Riley Green (If I Don’t Leave I’m Gonna Stay)
Music Video of the Year:
Kacey Musgraves (Dry Spell)
Cody Johnson (The Fall)
New Artist of the Year:
Carter Faith
For more than four decades, Rosen, alongside Jonathan B. Koby and Bobby Rosenbloum, has advised many of the country music industry’s leading artists, songwriters, producers, executives, and other entertainment professionals, helping guide them through significant business and career opportunities.
Presented annually, the CMA Awards celebrate excellence in country music, honoring both established artists and emerging talent. Recognized as the longest-running annual music awards program on network television, the CMA Awards continue to showcase the achievements and innovation that define the genre.
About Greenberg Traurig’s Entertainment & Media Practice: With offices situated in the centers of the entertainment industry, Greenberg Traurig has established an experienced, international multidisciplinary entertainment and media practice. The Greenberg Traurig Entertainment & Media Practice focuses on the music, motion picture, television, live stage, internet, digital media, publishing, sports, theatre, and cable industries. The team has access to key players in the entertainment and media sectors and provides clients with timely, business-oriented, and dedicated legal counsel essential for thriving in today’s dynamic, multimedia entertainment marketplace. Our entertainment and media attorneys have been consistently recognized as Billboard “Top Music Lawyers” and “Country Power Players,” The Hollywood Reporter “Power Lawyers: Top 100 Most Influential Entertainment Lawyers in America,” and a Law360 “Practice Group of the Year”; in the Variety “Dealmakers Impact Report,” “Legal Impact Report,” and “Variety 500,” Chambers USA Guide, The Legal 500, Super Lawyers, and The Best Lawyers in America.
About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has approximately 3,200 lawyers across 51 locations in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm’s broad geographic and practice range enables the delivery of innovative and strategic legal services across borders and industries. Recognized as a 2025 BTI “Best of the Best Recommended Law Firm” by general counsel for trust and relationship management, Greenberg Traurig is consistently ranked among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100, NLJ 500, and Law360 400. Greenberg Traurig is also known for its philanthropic giving, culture, innovation, and pro bono work. Web: www.gtlaw.com.
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