Alison Krauss & Union Station, Sister Sadie Among Top 2026 IBMA Awards Nominees: Full List
Sam Bush and Sierra Hull will co-host and perform at the awards show, set for Thursday, Oct. 22.
The International Bluegrass Music Association has announced the nominees for the 2026 IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards, Momentum Awards, and Industry Awards. Top contenders include Alison Krauss & Union Station, Sister Sadie, and East Nash Grass, all nominated for Entertainer of the Year. The awards ceremony will take place on October 22 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium in Chattanooga, Tenn.
Additionally, the 2026 Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame inductees include Byron Berline, The Nashville Bluegrass Band, Barry Poss, and Barry Lyle Poss. Other notable nominees include Billy Strings, The Del McCoury Band, and The Grascals.
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