The ACM Honors took place on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at the iconic Ryman Auditorium, with the ceremony airing on September 24 on Merit Street, a channel owned by Dr. Phil.
What’s the ACM Honors? The ACM Honors is a special awards event that recognizes outstanding contributions within the country music industry. It celebrates a variety of honors, including the ACM Special Awards, Songwriter & Artist-Songwriter of the Year Awards, and the Industry and Studio Recording Awards. This event is a favorite among industry insiders and music fans alike.
Hosted by Carly Pearce, a four-time host, and reigning ACM Song of the Year winner Jordan Davis, this year’s event honored country legends such as Luke Bryan, Alan Jackson, Lainey Wilson, and Trisha Yearwood, among others.
The night was filled with incredible performances, with artists like Eric Church, Vince Gill, and Emmylou Harris leading the lineup. Later, a second round of performers joined the stage, including Lauren Alaina, Terri Clark, Jordan Davis, and 15-time ACM Award winner Jason Aldean.
The ACM Lifting Lives Award, which is given to an artist or industry professional who uses music to make a positive impact and serves others, was a key highlight of the evening. The award was inspired by Gary Haber and honors those who give back generously to others.
Ahead of the event, Aldean shared his thoughts on his close friend Luke Bryan, and in a heartfelt tribute, performed Bryan’s 2009 hit “Someone Else Calling You Baby,” which was a chart-topping success from Bryan’s second album, Doin’ My Thing.
