The 59th Academy of Country Music Awards (ACM Awards) will take place on Thursday, May 16, 2024, live from Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. The show will stream exclusively on Prime Video, marking the first time the ACM Awards will be available on a streaming platform. The host and performers for the 2024 ACM Awards will be announced at a later date. The show will be produced by Raj Kapoor and Patrick Menton, who return as executive producers for the second year in a row. The ACM Awards are presented by the Academy of Country Music, which also announced some new hires for its staff and board of directors.
Return to Texas After 10 Years
The 2024 ACM Awards will mark the first time the show will be held in Texas since 2014, when it celebrated its 50th anniversary at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington. The ACM Awards have a long history of being hosted in Texas, dating back to 1979, when the show was held at the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. Since then, the show has been held in various venues across Texas, including Reunion Arena in Dallas, Astrodome in Houston, and Alamodome in San Antonio. The ACM Awards are known for showcasing the best of country music, honoring its legends, and introducing new talent.
New Hires and Executive Producers for the 59th ACM Awards
The Academy of Country Music also announced some new additions to its staff and board of directors, as well as the return of Raj Kapoor and Patrick Menton as executive producers for the 59th ACM Awards. Kapoor and Menton have extensive experience in producing live events, such as the Super Bowl Halftime Show, the Billboard Music Awards, and the American Music Awards. They will work closely with the Academy of Country Music to create a memorable and entertaining show for the fans and the artists.
The new hires for the Academy of Country Music include Jessica Nicholson as the Director of Communications, Ashley Moyer as the Director of Events, and Katie Arata as the Manager of Creative and Content Production. Nicholson will oversee the public relations and media strategy for the Academy of Country Music, as well as the ACM Awards and ACM Lifting Lives. Moyer will manage the planning and execution of all events for the Academy of Country Music, including the ACM Party for a Cause, the ACM Honors, and the ACM Awards. Arata will handle the creative and content production for the Academy of Country Music, including the ACM Awards, ACM Lifting Lives, and ACM Tempo.
The new members of the board of directors for the Academy of Country Music include Clint Higham (President, Morris Higham Management), John Marks (Global Head of Country Music, Spotify), Brian O’Connell (President of Country Touring, Live Nation), and Sally Williams (President, Ryman Hospitality Properties). They will join the existing board members, who represent various sectors of the country music industry, such as artists, labels, publishers, radio, streaming, and venues.
Exciting Performances and Red Carpet Events Expected for 2024 ACM Awards
The 2024 ACM Awards are expected to feature some exciting performances and red carpet events, as well as the presentation of the prestigious awards. The nominees for the 59th ACM Awards will be announced in early 2024, and the fans will have the opportunity to vote for some of the categories, such as Entertainer of the Year, New Artist of the Year, and Video of the Year. The winners will be revealed during the live show on May 16, 2024.
Some of the rumored performers for the 2024 ACM Awards include Luke Combs, Maren Morris, Chris Stapleton, Kacey Musgraves, Eric Church, and Carrie Underwood. These artists have been dominating the country music charts and awards shows in the past few years, and are expected to deliver some amazing performances at the 2024 ACM Awards. The show will also feature some collaborations and tributes, as well as some surprise guests and special appearances.
The 2024 ACM Awards will also have some glamorous and fun red carpet events, where the fans can see their favorite country stars in their best outfits and accessories. The red carpet will be streamed live on Prime Video, as well as on the ACM Awards’ social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. The fans can also interact with the stars and the hosts, and share their opinions and reactions using the hashtag #ACMawards.
Conclusion
The 2024 ACM Awards will be a spectacular event that will celebrate the best of country music, and honor its past, present, and future. The show will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2024, live from Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, and streaming exclusively on Prime Video. The show will be produced by Raj Kapoor and Patrick Menton, who will work with the Academy of Country Music to create a memorable and entertaining show for the fans and the artists. The show will feature some exciting performances and red carpet events, as well as the presentation of the prestigious awards. The host and performers for the 2024 ACM Awards will be announced at a later date. The nominees for the 59th ACM Awards will be announced in early 2024, and the fans will have the opportunity to vote for some of the categories. The 2024 ACM Awards will be a must-watch event for all country music lovers. 🎶
