CMT Awards Canceled for 2025, Future Uncertain

The 2025 Country Music Television Awards (CMT Awards) have been canceled by parent company Paramount Global. The decision was announced via a memo sent to the ceremony’s staff, citing the need to “reimagine and optimize” their events slate following a merger with Skydance Media. While the future of the CMT Awards remains uncertain, other major country music award shows like the ACM Awards and CMA Awards are still scheduled to proceed as planned.

Country Radio Seminar 2025 Highlights Industry Trends

The annual Country Radio Seminar (CRS) took place this week in Nashville, featuring panels and performances that shed light on the current state of country music. Key discussions included:

• The evolving definition of “mainstream” country music
• The impact of TikTok on the genre over the past five years
• Strategies for sustaining momentum on streaming platforms
• Mental health resources available to industry professionals

The seminar also featured performances from established and emerging artists, including Old Dominion, Tyler Hubbard, and Mackenzie Carpenter.

New Country Music Releases for February 21, 2025

Several country artists dropped new music on February 21, 2025. Notable releases include:

• Alexandra Kay’s “Cupid’s a Cowgirl”
• Nate Smith and HARDY’s collaboration “Nobody Likes Your Girlfriend”
• Parmalee’s “Feels Like Home”
• Randy Houser and Cody Johnson’s duet “Cancel”

These releases showcase the diverse sounds and collaborations currently shaping the country music landscape.

Keith Urban’s “High in Vegas” Residency Continues

Country superstar Keith Urban is set to perform multiple shows as part of his “High in Vegas” residency at a Las Vegas venue. Upcoming performances are scheduled for:

• February 21, 2025 at 8:30 PM
• February 22, 2025 at 8:30 PM

The residency offers fans an intimate concert experience featuring Urban’s hits and new material in the entertainment capital of the world.

Upcoming Key West Songwriters Festival Announces Lineup

The 29th Annual Key West Songwriters Festival has revealed its lineup for the upcoming event. While specific details about participating artists were not provided in the search results, this long-running festival traditionally brings together established and emerging songwriters for intimate performances and storytelling sessions in the tropical setting of Key West, Florida.