A thrilling new lineup of performers has been announced for NEW YEAR’S EVE LIVE: NASHVILLE’S BIG BASH, promising to make this year’s celebration a truly unforgettable event. Hosted by four-time GRAMMY® Award-winner Keith Urban and Entertainment Tonight’s Rachel Smith, the live broadcast will air Tuesday, Dec. 31, on CBS (8:00-10:00 PM, ET/PT, 10:30 PM-1:30 AM, ET/PT) and will stream on Paramount+.

The expanded roster includes some of the biggest names in country music and beyond, with performances by Luke Bryan, Eric Church, Luke Combs, Tyler Hubbard, Miranda Lambert, Post Malone, Shaboozey, Brittney Spencer, Chris Stapleton, Zach Top, and Lainey Wilson. They join an already stellar lineup that includes previously announced headliners Keith Urban, Kane Brown, and Jelly Roll, performing from Bicentennial Park, as well as Parker McCollum, who will bring his talents to the Brooklyn Bowl stage. SiriusXM and CMT host Cody Alan and SiriusXM’s Caylee Hammack will also make appearances.

The five-hour broadcast will feature over 40 back-to-back live performances, making it a can’t-miss celebration for music fans. The party kicks off in the heart of country music, with Nashville counting down to midnight alongside the East Coast before continuing the festivities through midnight Central Time with the city’s iconic Music Note Drop at Bicentennial Mall.

Adding to the excitement, the evening will include exclusive collaborations, with artists teaming up to perform their greatest hits and iconic covers. These once-in-a-lifetime musical moments are sure to elevate the night’s festivities.

The special is executive produced by Robert Deaton and Mary Hilliard Harrington in partnership with Music City Inc., the foundation of the Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. Sandra Restrepo will direct the production.

For more information about NEW YEAR’S EVE LIVE: NASHVILLE’S BIG BASH, visit Paramount Press Express or follow CBS on Facebook and Instagram.

Note: Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers can stream the event live via their local CBS affiliate.

Mark your calendars for this unforgettable night of music, celebration, and star power of Nashville to ring in the new year in spectacular fashion!

Author: Adam Bailey

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