Archive · 20 Nov 2025
CMA 2025: Langley & Wilson Dominate, Red Clay Strays Ends Old Dominion's Streak
The Country Music Awards (CMA) 2025 happened in Nashville.
Ella Langley and Lainey Wilson were the big winners, each taking home multiple awards.
Langley won for her hit song 'You Look Like You Love Me' with Riley Green, while Wilson won for her album 'Whirlwind'.
Brooks & Dunn won again, and after many nominations, Paul Franklin finally won Musician of the Year.
The Red Clay Strays ended Old Dominion's long streak as the best vocal group.
Ella Langley won Song, Single, and Female Vocalist of the Year for 'You Look Like You Love Me' with Riley Green
Lainey Wilson won Entertainer, Album, and Female Vocalist of the Year
Brooks & Dunn won Vocal Duo of the Year for the 16th time
Paul Franklin won Musician of the Year after 33 nominations
The Red Clay Strays ended Old Dominion's 7-year streak as Vocal Group of the Year
- Who
- Ella Langley, Lainey Wilson, Brooks & Dunn, Paul Franklin, The Red Clay Strays
- What
- Won awards at the CMA 2025
- When
- At the CMA 2025 event
- Where
- Nashville Bridgestone Arena
- Why
- For their achievements in country music
Traditionalists
Progressives
Sound of Country Music
Traditionalists
Should stay traditional and authentic
Progressives
Should evolve and incorporate modern influences
- Event
- Country Music Awards (CMA) 2025
- Venue
- Nashville Bridgestone Arena
- Hosts
- Not explicitly stated in the articles
- Total Nominations
- Not explicitly stated in the articles
- Total Awards Won by Ella Langley
- 3
- Brooks & Dunn's Wins in Vocal Duo of the Year
- 16
- Paul Franklin's Nominations Before Winning
- 33
- Old Dominion's Streak as Vocal Group of the Year
- 7 years
Sources
Country Music Awards 2025 Full Winners List: Ella Langley dominates, Paul Franklin earns first win
Country Music Association Awards 2025: A look at the complete list of winners
CMA Awards 2025 Winners: Ella Langley and Lainey Wilson win big, check full list here
