The countdown is on to the 59th CMA Awards, which air live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC. But there’s also a full slate of programming to get you ready for Country Music’s Biggest Night.

The 30-minute On the Red Carpet: Countdown to the CMA Awards premieres on local stations on Saturday and Sunday, featuring Kenny Chesney, Lady A, Tucker Wetmore, LeAnn Rimes, Little Big Town and CMA host Lainey Wilson. Check your local listings to see when it airs in your area.

On Monday, Eric Church stops by Jimmy Kimmel Live!; new artist nominee Stephen Wilson Jr. is booked on Tuesday.

Also on Tuesday, Luke Bryan hosts a special edition of 20/20, titled Center Stage: Countdown to the CMA Awards. Kenny revisits his early days on Nashville’s Lower Broadway, while Laure

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