Morgan Wallen Triumphs at 2026 iHeartRadio Awards and Prepares for 'Still The Problem' Tour
Morgan Wallen emerged victorious at the 2026 iHeartRadio Awards, clinching the titles of "best country artist" and "best country album" for his latest release, "I'm The Problem." Despite being nominated in five categories, Wallen missed out on artist of the year, song of the year, and country song of the year. The Knoxville native did not attend the Los Angeles event to accept the awards and remained silent on social media following the wins.
The accolades come just before Wallen kicks off his 2026 "Still The Problem" tour across the United States, commencing on April 10 in Minneapolis. Ella Langley, named the iHeartRadio 2026 "best new country artist," will be the opening act for Wallen throughout the tour. Fans can catch Wallen's electrifying performances in various cities as part of his stadium tour, with tickets available on major platforms like axs.com, ticketmaster.com, seatgeek.com, and paciolan.com.
Wallen's chart-topping album, "I'm The Problem," was released on May 16, 2025, showcasing his musical prowess and resonating with fans across the country. Hailing from Sneedville, a small town in East Tennessee, Wallen later moved to Knox County and graduated from Gibbs High School in 2011. His last hometown concert at Neyland Stadium in September 2024 drew a record-breaking crowd of 156,161 fans over two nights, surpassing the previous attendance record held by Michael Jackson and The Jackson 5.
The star-studded event featured appearances by Knoxville icons and country music stars, including Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, and Darius Rucker, alongside sports legends like Peyton Manning and Josh Heupel. Wallen's meteoric rise in the country music scene has solidified his status as a powerhouse performer, captivating audiences with his raw talent and authentic storytelling.