Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, And More Pay Tribute To Alabama In CMT Giants Special

Last winter, Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Little Big Town, and Luke Bryan paid tribute to country group Alabama during a taping of CMT Giants. This special event is set to air on August 15 at 8 PM ET, showcasing nearly a dozen performers in a two-hour television tribute. CMT Giants has been celebrating the best in country music since 2006, featuring legendary artists like Vince Gill, Charley Pride, Kenny Rogers, and Alan Jackson. The tribute to Alabama was filmed at Belmont University's Fisher Center for the Performing Arts in Nashville, where excitement filled the air as fans and performers gathered to honor this iconic group.

As fans eagerly await the broadcast, the announcement of the special hinted at appearances from popular artists such as Old Dominion, Sam Hunt, and Jamey Johnson. Taste of Country was present during the filming, capturing the heartfelt moments as Alabama watched from a box before taking the stage themselves to share in the celebration. The tribute is a testament to the enduring legacy of Alabama in the country music scene.

Among those who participated were Bryan, Lionel Richie, Martina McBride, and boxer Evander Holyfield, all of whom shared touching stories about Alabama's members, including Randy Owen, guitarist Jeff Cook, and bass player Teddy Gentry. It's important to remember that Cook passed away in November 2022 after a battle with Parkinson's disease, making this tribute even more significant as it reflects on the band's impact on the genre and their collective journey.