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The new division will be led by former CMC executive Danny Keenan.

"It is exciting to see so many new and returning artists eager to entertain in Tamworth," Festival Manager Barry Harley says.

Every week, ABC Country's ‘Grass Roots’ program shines a light on the best independently released Australian country content.

"I’m looking forward to seeing what this next chapter brings," Bell said about today's news.

“This mix of legendary performers and up-and-coming talent is what makes this announcement so special and uniquely ours,” Peter Noble said.

The pair will play five shows across Sydney and Melbourne in January.

Morgan Wallen leads with seven nominations, including the prestigious Entertainer of the Year award.

In addition to receiving the Country Champion Award, Kane Brown has been nominated for seven awards at this year’s event.

"The blessing and the curse is the news cycles are fast," Urban said in a forthcoming feature for The Music.