Photos: First performers announced for 2016 CMA Awards

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Updated: 1:21 PM EDT Oct 11, 2016

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In this Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2016, file photo, Maren Morris performs at the 10th Annual ACM Honors at Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn. Chris Stapleton, Eric Church and budding newcomer Morris are the leaders at the 2016 Country Music Association Awards. The three performers received five nominations each Wednesday, Aug. 31. The CMAs will air live Nov. 2 on ABC in Nashville, Tenn., celebrating its 50th anniversary. (Photo by Wade Payne/Invision/AP, File)

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Photos: First performers announced for 2016 CMA Awards

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Updated: 1:21 PM EDT Oct 11, 2016

The biggest celebration in country music is bringing together the biggest names in Country Music with the first announcement of performers for “The 50th Annual CMA Awards.”