Jason Aldean and Lainey Wilson Lead Star-Studded Nashville New Year's Bash

Mia Reynolds, 10/7/2025Nashville's "New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash" promises an unforgettable countdown with Jason Aldean, Lainey Wilson, and gospel icons CeCe Winans and the Fisk Jubilee Singers. CBS broadcasts the event with exciting performances and surprises, showcasing the heart of country music as 2024 approaches.

The lineup? It's a doozy. Jason Aldean, fresh off his controversial year, will share the spotlight with current country queen Lainey Wilson (who's practically owned 2023) and newcomer Bailey Zimmerman. But here's where things get interesting — the producers have thoughtfully expanded beyond traditional country boundaries, bringing in gospel legend CeCe Winans and the historically significant Fisk Jubilee Singers, adding layers of cultural resonance that Nashville's been yearning for.

Want to catch the action? CBS has got you covered with a clever split broadcast running 8-10 p.m. ET/PT and picking back up at 10:30 for the midnight festivities. Streaming fans can hop over to Paramount+ — though honestly, nothing beats being there in person at the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. (And yes, it's completely free for those lucky enough to be in Nashville).

Last year's bash drew a whopping 220,000 people, and executive producer Robert Deaton couldn't help but gush about the overwhelming response from Nashville's musical community. "The managers and artists just kept saying yes," he shared with Billboard last year, highlighting the event's growing prominence in the industry.

What makes this show truly special? It's the only network TV celebration that puts country music front and center — no small feat in today's fragmented entertainment landscape. The format cleverly mixes live performances with pre-recorded segments, creating a rhythm that feels both spontaneous and carefully crafted.

Behind the scenes, director Sandra Restrepo teams up with executive producers Robert Deaton and Mary Hilliard Harrington, working alongside Music City Inc. to keep the show's momentum building. Now in its fourth year, the special has somehow managed to feel both fresh and familiar — no easy task in the fast-paced world of television entertainment.

Remember last year's shindig? Over 40 back-to-back performances featuring everyone from Luke Bryan to Miranda Lambert, with Post Malone throwing in some crossover appeal. They even sprinkled in some comedy with Bert Kreischer and brought "George & Mandy's First Marriage" star Montana Jordan along for the ride.

As 2023 winds down, Nashville's getting ready to showcase why it remains the beating heart of American music. With more performers still to be announced (word on the street suggests some major surprises in store), this year's Big Bash looks set to remind everyone why Music City earned its nickname in the first place.

The countdown to 2024 just got a whole lot more interesting — and a whole lot more country.

Nashville's about to throw one heck of a party — and this time, they're pulling out all the stops. The upcoming "New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash" on CBS isn't just another countdown show; it's shaping up to be a proper Music City celebration that perfectly captures the evolving spirit of country music heading into 2024.The lineup? It's a doozy. Jason Aldean, fresh off his controversial year, will share the spotlight with current country queen Lainey Wilson (who's practically owned 2023) and newcomer Bailey Zimmerman. But here's where things get interesting — the producers have thoughtfully expanded beyond traditional country boundaries, bringing in gospel legend CeCe Winans and the historically significant Fisk Jubilee Singers, adding layers of cultural resonance that Nashville's been yearning for.Want to catch the action? CBS has got you covered with a clever split broadcast running 8-10 p.m. ET/PT and picking back up at 10:30 for the midnight festivities. Streaming fans can hop over to Paramount+ — though honestly, nothing beats being there in person at the Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. (And yes, it's completely free for those lucky enough to be in Nashville).Last year's bash drew a whopping 220,000 people, and executive producer Robert Deaton couldn't help but gush about the overwhelming response from Nashville's musical community. "The managers and artists just kept saying yes," he shared with Billboard last year, highlighting the event's growing prominence in the industry.What makes this show truly special? It's the only network TV celebration that puts country music front and center — no small feat in today's fragmented entertainment landscape. The format cleverly mixes live performances with pre-recorded segments, creating a rhythm that feels both spontaneous and carefully crafted.Behind the scenes, director Sandra Restrepo teams up with executive producers Robert Deaton and Mary Hilliard Harrington, working alongside Music City Inc. to keep the show's momentum building. Now in its fourth year, the special has somehow managed to feel both fresh and familiar — no easy task in the fast-paced world of television entertainment.Remember last year's shindig? Over 40 back-to-back performances featuring everyone from Luke Bryan to Miranda Lambert, with Post Malone throwing in some crossover appeal. They even sprinkled in some comedy with Bert Kreischer and brought "George & Mandy's First Marriage" star Montana Jordan along for the ride.As 2023 winds down, Nashville's getting ready to showcase why it remains the beating heart of American music. With more performers still to be announced (word on the street suggests some major surprises in store), this year's Big Bash looks set to remind everyone why Music City earned its nickname in the first place.The countdown to 2024 just got a whole lot more interesting — and a whole lot more country.