The late Canadian singer-songwriter's catalog also received significant bumps in sales and radio airplay.
The singer tells CBS Mornings that his bandmates first addressed the issue five years ago.
The two-day gathering will take place June 6-7 in Nashville.
Ooh-wee, they just loved Buddy Holly, the Petit Basset Griffon Vendéen who won the overall crown.
Jacobs died in February.
Strickland, who succeeds Rick Shedd in the position, previously served in executive roles at Warner Music Nashville and opened Marathon Talent in 2018.
He passes Luke Combs in pulling off the feat the most times.
In a video to fans the singer said he was told he could permanently damage his vocal cords if he continued.
The film will premiere on Hulu just days before the rising star releases his debut country album.
