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Eric Church performed "Old Testament Me," an unreleased song, at a private event during the 2017 CMA Music Festival.

Those in the audience to watch Michael Ray perform Thursday (June 8) at CMA Fest 2017 got even more than they bargained for: They were treated to a surprise performance from Randy Travis.

Lauren Alaina and Cole Swindell teamed up for a performance of Swindell's "Middle of a Memory" at the 2017 CMA Music Festival.

Miranda Lambert, her boyfriend Anderson East, Lambert's mom Beverly and a host of others kicked off CMA Fest 2017 with the MuttNation March.

Garth Brooks surprised the crowd at Nissan Stadium for the first night of the 2017 CMA Music Festival with a short set.

'CMA Fest: The Music Event of Summer' will air on Aug. 16, 2017, on ABC.

The episode of 'CMT Crossroads' featuring Earth, Wind & Fire and a number of special guests will tape during the week of the 2017 CMA Music Festival.

Chris Stapleton explained the reason for his postponed June 2017 tour dates -- a broken bone and detached tendon in his right finger -- in an open letter.

Craig Campbell has announced his 2017 Celebrity Cornhole Challenge.

Rodney Atkins has announced the lineup for the 2017 installation of his annual Music City Gives Back charity concert.

Country artists will perform at Ascend Amphitheater during the 2017 CMA Music Festival as part of a series of free nightly concerts.

Miranda Lambert will host the first annual MuttNationa March on June 8 in Nashville, as part of the 2017 CMA Music Festival.