It’s a week of career firsts for Tucker Wetmore — and it’s hitting him in all the best (and most nerve-racking) ways.

The rising country newcomer is gearing up for his first CMA Awards performance and a New Artist of the Year nomination, all in the same night.

As he prepares to hit the Bridgestone Arena stage alongside a stacked list of country stars, Wetmore is doing his best to keep calm — and keep it all in perspective.

“I'm kinda nervous a little bit. I'm not gonna lie,” he tells Taste of Country 's Adison Haager. “But I'm really looking forward to it.”

‘All I Can Do Is My Best’

For his big night, Wetmore will perform in front of an arena packed with country music's biggest names — including a few personal heroes watching from the front row.

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