Arkansas Musicians Shine at CMA Awards: A Look at the Nominated Artists

Arkansas Musicians Shine at CMA Awards: A Look at the Nominated Artists

Arkansas musicians were well-represented at the recent CMA Awards, with four talented artists receiving nominations. Jenee Fleenor, a renowned fiddle player, was nominated for Musician of the Year and has won the award five times. Originally from Springdale, Fleenor expressed gratitude for the opportunity to pursue her musical dreams in Nashville. Shay Mooney, hailing from Natural Dam, Arkansas, is part of the duo Dan + Shay, which was nominated for Vocal Duo of the Year. The group has previously won this award in 2019 and 2020. Little Big Town, featuring Phillip Sweet from Pocahontas and Jimi Westbrook from Jacksonville, received a nomination for Vocal Group of the Year. With six previous wins in this category, Little Big Town has established themselves as a powerhouse in the country music scene.