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The Country Music Association has revealed this year’s host and performers for the 13th annual holiday television special, CMA Country Christmas.

Scotty McCreery has debuted the official music video for his current single “It Matters to Her.” The song follows Scotty’s five consecutive No. 1 hits, including his recent No. 1, RIAA- Gold certified single, “Damn Strait.”

Russell Dickerson has announced a handful of 2022 tour dates, dubbed the ‘She Likes It Tour’, which will kick-off the end of November and run until the beginning of December. Dickerson shared the news on social media, saying, “Couldn’t end the year without hitting the road one more time!” Drew Green will join Dickerson on the road as the supporting act.

Garth Brooks will launch a new Las Vegas residency show in May 2023. The 60-year-old country is taking his live show to Sin City with the announcement of his Garth Brooks/Plus ONE Las Vegas Residency.

Dolly Parton was awarded the prestigious Courage and Civility award from Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, accompanied by a $100 million prize that Dolly said will be used to “help people.”  Parton is the latest recipient in 2022, with past winners including Van Jones and Chef Jose Andres. Wrote Bezos on Twitter, “We’ve just announced a new Courage and Civility award recipient—@DollyParton, who leads with heart, and will put this $100 million award to great use helping so many people. She joins prior awardees, @VanJones68 and @Chefjoseandres. Congrats, Dolly!”