Get ready for a honky-tonkin' good time as Kelsea Ballerini gears up to host the CMT Music Awards solo for the fourth year straight. Set in the live music capital, Austin, Texas, the 2024 CMT Music Awards promises to keep the spotlight shining brightly on the country's finest at the Moody Center coming April 7.

Ballerini, who previously shared the stage with the likes of Kane Brown and Anthony Mackie, will go it alone this time around. Her solo venture comes following a lineup of past partnerships, promising a fresh take on hosting duties. "I loved the show in Austin last year," Ballerini told CBS Austin News. She added, "I feel like it was just like a new breath of life into the CMT Awards."

The country star isn't stopping at just master of ceremonies – she's also set to grace the stage with what's sure to be an unforgettable performance. While the full list of nominees, performers, and presenters is still under wraps, the announcements will roll out in the upcoming weeks. Fans can tune in live on CBS and catch the stream on Paramount+ starting at 8 p.m. ET.

Recalling past ceremonies, the CMT Music Awards isn't just a trophy-tossing affair. It's steeped in advocacy, with previous editions honoring the likes of Shania Twain with the CMT Equal Play Award. According to Deadline, last year also celebrated Jelly Roll and the Browns for their fan-voted victories, alongside Lainey Wilson's win for Female Video of the Year.

Behind the scenes, the CMT veteran Margaret Comeaux, alongside John Hamlin of Switched On Entertainment and Leslie Fram from CMT, will be leading the charge as executive producers. Their track record suggests nothing short of a stellar show awaits, with Jason Owen of Sandbox Entertainment also in the mix. With a seasoned team at the helm and Ballerini's spirited showmanship, this year's CMT Music Awards is shaping up to be another night to remember for country music aficionados.