Its an eclectic list that includes everyone from Emmylou Harris to Dolly Parton to Shania Twain.
This years crop of winners definitely responded favorably to the concept.
Most of these artists love and respect each other, she says.
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They all support each other, but when do they get to see each other?
This show is really about the artists having a great time, says Fram.
They can perform, or not perform.
And of course, theyve all decided they want to perform, and theyve all curated their own performances.
Tomorrow well share which up and coming female artists the honorees believe fans should keep an eye on.
The CMT Artists of the Year ceremony airs Wednesday Oct. 17 at 8 p.m. ET/PT
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