2015 CMT Artists of the Year: Chris Stapleton's Acceptance Speech

12/02/2015

The singer-songwriter is honored with the breakout award.

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Backstage at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021

Get a peek beyond the red carpet and behind the scenes of one of country's biggest nights as Mickey Guyton, Luke Combs, Kane Brown, Lady A and more celebrate CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/18/2021
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CMT Artists of the Year 2021 in 60 Seconds

Relive the most memorable moments of the night, including show-stopping performances, unforgettable tributes and moving acceptance speeches, presented by GEICO.
10/14/2021
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Walker Hayes - "Fancy Like"

Walker Hayes performs his hit song "Fancy Like" at CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
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Kelsea Ballerini Accepts Her Artist of the Year Honor

Kelsea Ballerini takes the stage from a sold-out concert in Franklin, TN, to share her career wisdom and show her gratitude after being honored at CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
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Kelsea Ballerini and Jonas Brothers Cover The Beatles

Jonas Brothers joins CMT Artists of the Year 2021 honoree Kelsea Ballerini onstage to cover Joe Cocker's rendition of The Beatles song "With a Little Help from My Friends."
10/13/2021
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01:36

Chris Stapleton Is Awarded an Artist of the Year Honor

CMT Artists of the Year 2021 honoree Chris Stapleton opens up about his country music career while accepting his award.
10/13/2021
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Boyz II Men and Kevin Olusola of Pentatonix - "Cold"

R&B group Boyz II Men pays tribute to CMT Artist of the Year recipient Chris Stapleton with a cover of his 2020 song "Cold," featuring Kevin Olusola from Pentatonix.
10/13/2021
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03:03

Kane Brown - "Three Wooden Crosses"

Kane Brown performs a cover of Artist of a Lifetime Randy Travis's 2002 release "Three Wooden Crosses" at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
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02:25

Randy Travis Is Honored with the Artist of a Lifetime Award

Country music icon Randy Travis receives a standing ovation from the CMT Artists of the Year 2021 audience as he accepts the Artist of a Lifetime award alongside his wife, Mary.
10/13/2021
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Mickey Guyton Receives the Breakout Artist of the Year Award

Mickey Guyton reflects on her obstacles and path to success as a Black woman in country music as she accepts the Breakout Artist of the Year award at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
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Mickey Guyton and Yola - "Remember Her Name"

Mickey Guyton is joined by Yola at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021 to perform "Remember Her Name,” Guyton's moving tribute to Breonna Taylor and the title track from her debut album.
10/13/2021
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Gabby Barrett Accepts Her Artist of the Year Honor

Gabby Barrett gives a shout-out to her support team for helping her overcome her doubters and naysayers as she accepts her CMT Artist of the Year honor.
10/13/2021
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Gabby Barrett - "The Good Ones"

Gabby Barrett gives a heartwarming performance of her song "The Good Ones" at the CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
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Luke Combs Humbly Accepts His Artist of the Year Award

Luke Combs gives it up for his fans and thanks country music stars and fellow honorees Randy Travis and Chris Stapleton during his CMT Artists of the Year 2021 acceptance speech.
10/13/2021
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Luke Combs - "Forever After All"

Luke Combs gives an emotional performance of his love song "Forever After All" to open the CMT Artists of the Year 2021.
10/13/2021
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Kane Brown Receives His Artist of the Year Honor

Kane Brown honors the life of his late drummer Kenny Dixon, pays tribute to honoree Randy Travis and gives shout-outs to his fellow CMT Artists of the Year during his acceptance speech.
10/13/2021
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Hit Story: Chris Stapleton - "Starting Over"

CMT Artists of the Year 2021 honoree Chris Stapleton discusses the songwriting and recording process behind his track "Starting Over," and the importance of having hope through life changes.
10/13/2021
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Hit Story: Gabby Barrett - "The Good Ones"

Gabby Barrett breaks down how her relationship with her husband influenced her song "The Good Ones," which is now a wedding favorite among her fans.
10/11/2021
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Hit Story: Kane Brown - "Worldwide Beautiful"

Kane Brown explains the songwriting process behind "Worldwide Beautiful" and describes how real-life news events prompted him to release the antidiscrimination anthem.
10/11/2021
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Jon Pardi Honors Randy Travis

Jon Pardi shares how Artist of a Lifetime recipient Randy Travis influenced his career and then covers the honoree's songs "On the Other Hand" and "Forever and Ever, Amen."
10/10/2021
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