The Academy of Country Music is bringing together some of country music’s biggest names for a night dedicated to honoring the artists, songwriters and industry members who have all impacted the genre in their own way.

Taking place Wednesday, August 19, at The Pinnacle in Nashville, this year’s 19th ACM® Honors™ will feature a star-studded lineup of performers who will take the stage to honor this year’s celebrated recipients. The ceremony will be co-hosted by four-time ACM Award winner Carly Pearce and three-time ACM Award winner Parker McCollum.

This year’s performers include Avery Anna, Big Kenny, Carly Pearce, Carter Faith, Dierks Bentley, Dylan Scott, Gabriella Rose, Gavin Adcock, Kaitlin Butts, Mark Collie, Margo Price, Megan Moroney, Parker McCollum and Trisha Yearwood, with Brenda Lee also set to appear as a special guest.

Zach John King will be on hand to present the ACM Studio Recording and Industry Awards portion of the evening, while the ceremony also recognizes previously announced honorees including Bill Anderson, Brett James, C2C: Country to Country, The Carter Family, Eric Church, Kacey Musgraves, Paramount+’s hit television series Landman, Leslie Fram, Mike Curb and Scott Zolke.

Also being recognized during the ceremony will be previously announced honorees Ella Langley, who received ACM Artist-Songwriter of the Year, Jessie Jo Dillon, who earned ACM Songwriter of the Year, along with the ACM Studio Recording Award and Industry Award recipients.

Today’s announcement notes that the highly anticipated night in Music City will include a special tribute to Country Music legend Dolly Parton, who will be honored with the ACM Poet’s Award. Parton will not be attending the event in person, however she will accept the honor through a special video message.

Parton was chosen to receive this prestigious honor as a result of her decades-long impact on the genre. The “9 to 5” singer has a longstanding history with organization as she has racked up 13 ACM Awards and served as host of the ACM Awards three times. Now the ACM Poet’s Award honors the songwriting legacy that has made her one of country music’s most beloved storytellers.

Her work as a songwriter has led her to earn multiple nominations in the ACM Song of the Year category, including for “You’re the Only One,” “9 to 5” and “When I Get Where I’m Going.” Through timeless songs like “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors” and “I Will Always Love You,” Parton has transformed personal experiences into relatable stories that will forever live on in the country music genre.

Often recognized as the “Country Music Industry’s favorite night,” ACM Honors continues to shine a spotlight on the individuals whose creativity and dedication keep country music moving forward. This year’s ceremony is presented by TennPop, Seltzer of the South, a Tennessee-born, ready-to-drink spirit-based seltzer made with Tennessee vodka, local honey and sparkling water.

“TennPop is about celebrating Tennessee and the people who make it what it is. Country Music has always been part of that story,” said Lauren Lindsey, Founder & CEO of TennPop. “To stand alongside the Academy of Country Music as the Presenting Partner of ACM Honors, celebrating the artists, songwriters, and industry leaders whose work brings people together every day, is a milestone we’re incredibly proud to be part of.”

Fans hoping to join in on the celebrations can now purchase tickets to the 19th ACM Honors through AXS. Plus, ACM Lifting Lives® is giving supporters the chance to make the night even more memorable through an exclusive VIP experience benefiting the charity. The package includes two premium side-stage balcony seats, complimentary drinks, access to a backstage red carpet photo opportunity, a private meet-and-greet, and limited-edition commemorative merchandise.

source: https://countrynow.com/