Fresh Faces Shine Bright: Meet the First-Time Nominees at the 60th ACM Awards

Country music’s biggest night is getting a major dose of fresh energy this year! The 60th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards is putting a spotlight on an exciting new class of talent, with a list of first-time nominees that proves the future of country music is in good hands. From viral sensations to road-tested singer-songwriters, these artists are making waves—and now, they’re getting the recognition they deserve.

The list of 2025’s first-time ACM nominees includes a diverse and dynamic group: Gavin Adcock, Dasha, Noah Kahan, Ella Langley, Jessie Murph, Muscadine Bloodline, Shaboozey, Zach Top, The Red Clay Strays, Treaty Oak Revival, and Tucker Wetmore.

These rising stars come from all corners of the genre—blending traditional country, Americana, pop, and even a little rock into something uniquely their own.

The 60th ACM Awards will stream live exclusively for a global audience across 240+ countries and territories on Prime Video on Thursday, May 8 at 8 p.m. EDT/7 p.m. CDT/5 p.m. PDT from Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. 

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