Each morning at 8:30 am, Jess from Wakin’ Up With CJ and Jess will give you the latest news on all your favorite country artists and celebrities. Here’s our latest news:
The Giddy Up
![2021 CMA Awards: Chris Stapleton, Eric Church Are the Most-Nominated Artists](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/09/attachment-2-Way-Split.jpg?w=980&q=75)
2021 CMA Awards: Chris Stapleton, Eric Church Are the Most-Nominated Artists
Both men earned nominations in five categories this year.
![Jordan Davis and Wife Kristen Welcome a Son, Locklan Joseph](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2020/04/jordan-davis-wife.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Jordan Davis and Wife Kristen Welcome a Son, Locklan Joseph
Jordan Davis' family just got a little bit bigger.
![Trace Adkins Cast in ‘Monarch,’ New Country Music TV Drama](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/05/trace-adkins-heartbrek-song-video-countdown.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Trace Adkins Cast in ‘Monarch,’ New Country Music TV Drama
The country star will play the role of Albie Roman.
![Reba McEntire Shares First Glimpse of Upcoming Lifetime Christmas Movie [Watch]](http://townsquare.media/site/204/files/2021/09/attachment-reba-mcentire-christmas-in-tune-trailer.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Reba McEntire Shares First Glimpse of Upcoming Lifetime Christmas Movie [Watch]
It's going to be a very Merry Christmas for Reba McEntire fans!