Nashville, Tennessee, October 14, 2025
News Summary
The 2025 CMA Broadcast Awards winners have been announced in Nashville, honoring exceptional talent in country music radio. Nominees and winners include ‘Country Countdown USA with Lon Helton’ for Weekly National Broadcast Personality and ‘The Rob and Holly Show’ for Daily National Broadcast Personality. Various stations across major, large, medium, and small markets were also recognized. The CMA Broadcast Awards emphasize excellence in radio, with the ceremony to take place at the upcoming 59th annual CMA Awards.
Nashville, Tennessee – The winners of the 2025 CMA Broadcast Awards were announced last week, with nominees and winners to be honored at the 59th annual CMA Awards on November 19, 2025. Tucker Wetmore, a nominee for the CMA’s New Artist of the Year, personally reached out to the award recipients with the news of their accolades.
This prestigious ceremony recognizes excellence in the broadcast industry and is vital for acknowledging outstanding radio personalities and stations in the country music field. The award for Weekly National Broadcast Personality of the Year went to “Country Countdown USA with Lon Helton,” hosted by Lon Helton. Meanwhile, the Daily National Broadcast Personality of the Year award was given to “The Rob and Holly Show,” featuring hosts Rob Stone and Holly Hutton.
Several stations earned honors based on their market size. The Major Market award went to Chris Carr & Company from KEEY Minneapolis-St. Paul, while the Large Market category awarded the Q Morning Crew w/ Mike & Amanda at WQDR Raleigh-Durham. The Medium Market winner was Mo & StyckMan from WUSY Chattanooga, and the Small Market title was claimed by Ben & Arnie from WCOW La Crosse, WI.
In addition to individual personalities, the CMA Broadcast Awards also recognize stations of all sizes. The CMA Station of the Year winners include Urban One Houston’s 93Q (KKBQ) for Major Market, Hubbard Broadcasting Cincinnati’s B-105 (WUBE) for Large Market, Cumulus Media Knoxville’s 107.7 WIVK for Medium Market, and Bristol Broadcasting Company’s 96.9 WXBQ in Johnson City-Kingsport-Bristol, TN, for Small Market.
The CMA Broadcast Awards distinguish radio excellence based on a variety of factors, including aircheck, ratings, community involvement, and overall impact. Both stations and personalities from the U.S. and Canada are eligible for the awards, regardless of CMA membership, with winners selected by a panel of broadcast professionals from various regions.
Notably, winners of the CMA Broadcast Awards cannot enter the same category for consecutive years, allowing for a diverse recognition of talent across the years. The full list of winners and nominees will be presented at a Pre-Telecast Ceremony prior to the main event.
The primetime CMA Awards ceremony will be hosted by Lainey Wilson and is set to be aired live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on ABC, with streaming available on Hulu the following day.
Key Award Winners
- Weekly National Broadcast Personality of the Year: “Country Countdown USA with Lon Helton” – Lon Helton
- Daily National Broadcast Personality of the Year: “The Rob and Holly Show” – Rob Stone & Holly Hutton
- Major Market Personality of the Year: Chris Carr & Company – KEEY, Minneapolis-St. Paul
- Large Market Personality of the Year: Q Morning Crew w/ Mike & Amanda – WQDR, Raleigh-Durham
- Medium Market Personality of the Year: Mo & StyckMan – WUSY, Chattanooga
- Small Market Personality of the Year: Ben & Arnie – WCOW, La Crosse, WI
CMA Station of the Year Winners
- Major Market: 93Q (KKBQ), Urban One Houston
- Large Market: B-105 (WUBE), Hubbard Broadcasting Cincinnati
- Medium Market: 107.7 WIVK, Cumulus Media Knoxville
- Small Market: 96.9 WXBQ, Bristol Broadcasting Company, Johnson City-Kingsport-Bristol, TN
Background on CMA Broadcast Awards
The CMA Broadcast Awards have long served to honor the achievements within radio broadcasting in the country music genre. This recognition extends to various categories, reflecting a dedication to excellence in both on-air performances and community engagement. The awards also reinforce the importance of reaching diverse audiences and fostering connections within the country music community.
FAQ
What are the CMA Broadcast Awards?
The CMA Broadcast Awards honor excellence in radio, with entries judged based on aircheck, ratings, community involvement, and overall impact.
When will the winners be recognized?
Winners will be recognized at the 59th annual CMA Awards in Nashville on November 19, 2025.
Who announced the award winners?
Tucker Wetmore made personal calls to announce the winners of the 2025 CMA Broadcast Awards.
Are stations and personalities from outside the U.S. eligible?
Yes, stations and personalities from the U.S. and Canada are eligible, regardless of CMA membership.
Can winners enter the same category in consecutive years?
No, CMA Broadcast Awards winners are not permitted to enter the same category for consecutive years.
When is the primetime CMA Awards ceremony?
The primetime CMA Awards ceremony will be hosted by Lainey Wilson and aired live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT on ABC.
Key Features of the CMA Broadcast Awards
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Honor excellence in radio broadcasting focused on country music. |
| Eligibility | Open to stations and personalities from the U.S. and Canada. |
| Judging Criteria | Based on aircheck, ratings, community involvement, and overall impact. |
| Event Date | Winners announced for recognition at the CMA Awards on November 19, 2025. |
| Broadcasting Details | CMA Awards ceremony on ABC at 8 p.m. ET/7 p.m. CT, hosted by Lainey Wilson. |
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Additional Resources
- Country Insider: Tennessee Stations Dominate 2025 CMA Broadcast Awards
- Wikipedia: CMA Awards
- Billboard: CMA Broadcast Awards 2025 Full Winners List
- Google Search: CMA Broadcast Awards 2025
- The Country Note: The Country Music Association Reveals 2025 Broadcast Award Winners
- Google Scholar: CMA Broadcast Awards
- Radio Online: CMA Reveals 2025 Broadcast Award Winners
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Country Music
- Celebrity Access: The 2025 CMA Broadcast Award Winners Announced
- Google News: Country Music Awards 2025
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