Taylor Swift Opens The Sold Out CMA Awards Tonight

Four-time nominee Taylor Swift will kick off the 2009 CMA Awards tonight, which is sold out.  Hosting tonight's show is Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood.  The show will air live on ABC at 8:00PM-11:00PM ET. 

CMA Chief Executive Officer, Tammy Genovese says, "Taylor is the perfect choice as the opening act for the 2009 CMA Awards. Her charisma, charm, popularity, and talent will set the stage for an evening you won't soon forget. We know her fans will want to stay tuned to see what she does next."

Other performers for "Country's Biggest Night," include Jason Aldean, Brooks & Dunn, Jamey Johnson, Miranda Lambert, Zac Brown Band, Martina McBride, Reba McEntire, Kenny Chesney with Dave Matthews, Kid Rock, Keithe Urban, Tim McGraw, Lady Antebelleum, Vince Gill with Daughtry, Billy Currington, Darius Rucker, Brad Paisley, Carrie Underwood, and George Strait. 

For a complete list of nominees visit CountryHound's 2009 CMA Awards page.