“Liz Thiels elevated and enhanced the profile of country music in countless ways,” said Kyle Young, CEO of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum.
The "Tennessee Orange" hitmaker will release her major label debut on May 5.
Over-the-air radio faces a crowded field of challengers that includes music streaming services, satellite radio and online games.
Boy Named Banjo, Madison Hughes and more also release noteworthy new music.
The Chicks have had three album of the year nominations, more than any other country act.
Ballerini needed to know if "Cruel Summer" made The Eras Tour setlist.
The country star appears in the Paramount show as Abby.
The song is a reimagined version of the single, which first appeared on Aurora, the debut album from Daisy Jones & The Six.
Plus, Tim McGraw is in good "Standing" with his new single.
The CMA reveals Student and Industry membership tiers.
