CMT to premiere ‘CMT Giants: Alabama’ on 15th August
Music fans across the US are in for a treat as CMT prepares to premiere “CMT Giants: Alabama,” a star-studded tribute to one of the most iconic country groups in history. The special airs this Thursday, 15th August, at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT, exclusively on CMT.
This once-in-a-lifetime event will feature some of the biggest names in music paying homage to Alabama’s legendary career. Performances include Blake Shelton with Steve Wariner, Brad Paisley, Jamey Johnson, Jason Aldean, Little Big Town, Old Dominion, Pam Tillis with Lorrie Morgan, Riley Green, and Sam Hunt. The tribute will highlight some of Alabama’s most beloved hits, such as “Mountain Music,” “My Home’s in Alabama,” “Dixieland Delight,” and “Song of the South.”
The performances were recorded live before an exclusive audience at the Fisher Center in Nashville. Alongside the live renditions, the special will include appearances from stars such as Evander Holyfield, Lionel Richie, Luke Bryan, Martina McBride, and Vince Gill, who will share personal stories and reflections on Alabama’s lasting impact on music. The programme will also feature rare archival footage and an exclusive interview with the band members themselves, offering insights into their storied career.
Following its premiere, the special will be available on CMT VOD from Friday, 16th August, with several encore showings scheduled on CMT MUSIC and MTV LIVE throughout the month. Fans won’t want to miss this heartfelt celebration of Alabama’s contribution to the music world.
“CMT Giants: Alabama” is executive produced by CMT’s Margaret Comeaux and Taillight’s Tom Forrest. The programme is overseen by Jackie Barba, Heather D. Graffagnino, Leslie Fram, Suzanne Bender, and Donna Duncan.
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