Parmalee

Among the surprises: A first-time nominee who also notched an Entertainer of the Year nod! Among the snubs: One of country music's leading ladies.

Parmalee's love songs have done well at country radio. Now, they're ready to take the next step forward.

"We're living the snubbed life," singer Matt Thomas tells Taste of Country, with a hint of resignation in his voice.

Typically we focus on snubs and surprises after the CMA nominations are revealed, but there was really only one surprise.

This inaugural list of country singers who won the year starts with fan responses to that very question.

They've definitely found their musical groove.

This annual list of snubs and surprises shines a bright light on a favored sound.

Can you guess the No. 1 most-played song from this year?

"I love you just the way God made you, girl / He don’t make mistakes..."

Jake Owen and Parmalee are having one heck of a party in the video for their new Christmas tune called "Christmas Spirits". After watching this I can't  help but wonder, how do I get invited to their holiday party next year?