Newcomers Lainey Wilson and Hardy Lead ACM Award Nominations Alongside Established Stars

Wilson and Hardy received 6 and 7 nods respectively, the most of any artists.
Miranda Lambert extended her record for most female artist of the year nominations with her 17th.
The Entertainer of the Year category features 7 nominees including Kane Brown, Luke Combs, and Morgan Wallen.
The awards show will take place on May 11th and be hosted by Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks.
This year's nominees highlight the growing diversity in country music with The War and Treaty becoming the first Black duo nominated for Duo of the Year.