Luke Bryan definitely knows how to work the crowd and give fans what they want. On his most recent “What Makes You Country” tour, he performed for 1.5 million fans! And he’ll kick off the 52nd Annual CMA Awards with a special live performance of “What Makes You Country.” Luke has also invited some of country music’s rising superstars to perform with him.
Luke said, “When we began talking about this performance I thought this would be a perfect time to share the stage with a few deserving artists who may not otherwise have an opportunity to be a part of the show. This genre is full of talented performers doing what makes them country and this is the perfect song to let them step in the spotlight to be seen and heard by the millions tuning in.”
We can’t wait to see who he brings on stage!

Luke is also nominated for the Entertainer of the Year award. The 52nd annual CMA Awards will air live from Nashville on ABC beginning at 8 p.m. ET.
- Luke is a five-time CMA Awards-winner and is nominated this year for Entertainer of the Year.
- He recently wrapped his What Makes You Country tour, during which he performed at 13 stadiums around the country, in addition to arena dates. The superstar performed for 1.5 million fans in 2018.