The 2023 CMT Music Awards featured a variety of nominees and winners across different categories. The Video of the Year nominees included artists like Ashley McBryde, Brandy Clark feat. Brandi Carlile, Kacey Musgraves, and more. The Female Video of the Year category showcased videos from Ashley McBryde, Gabby Barrett, Kacey Musgraves, and others. The Male Video of the Year award included nominees like Cody Johnson, HARDY, Jordan Davis, and Luke Combs. Duo/Group Video of the Year featured artists like Brothers Osborne, Dan + Shay, Old Dominion, and more. Carly Pearce feat. Chris Stapleton took home the Collaborative Video of the Year award.
The Breakthrough categories recognized up-and-coming artists, with Ashley Cooke winning Breakthrough Female Video of the Year for “your place” and Warren Zeiders winning Breakthrough Male Video of the Year for “Pretty Little Poison.” The CMT Performance of the Year award went to Jelly Roll for “Need a Favor.” This category also included performances from artists like Carrie Underwood, Dierks Bentley, Hozier & Maren Morris, and more. The CMT Digital-First Performance of the Year category featured performances from Chase Rice, Dylan Scott, Megan Moroney, and others.
In addition to the music awards, Trisha Yearwood was recognized as the inaugural winner of the June Carter Cash Humanitarian Award. This award honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication to charitable causes and making a positive impact on their communities. Overall, the 2023 CMT Music Awards celebrated a diverse group of artists and performances across various genres of country music. The event highlighted established stars as well as emerging talent in the industry, showcasing the ongoing creativity and innovation within country music.
