Bryan leads the pack with seven nominations, including Artist of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year. Florida Georgia Line earned six nominations, including Artist of the Year and Group/Duo of the Year.

Jason Aldean earned four nominations, while Blake Shelton and Miranda Lambert each earned three. Florida Georgia Line have also been tapped to host the event.

The two-hour program is produced by dick clark productions and will also feature live performances by Bryan, Lambert and Florida Georgia Line. Additional performers are expected to be announced soon.