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Sugarland's Nettles hosts CMA Country Xmas

Thursday, October 21, 2010 – Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland will host "CMA Country Christmas" with music, memories, and stories of the season.

"I am thrilled to have been asked to host the CMA Christmas Special," Nettles said. "I love the holidays and, as my first time hosting a show, I am sure it will be full of laughs and surprises both for myself and for the folks watching."

Kellie Pickler was added to the list of performers, which includes Sheryl Crow, Little Big Town, Martina McBride, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Reba, LeAnn Rimes, Darius Rucker and Sugarland.

"CMA Country Christmas" will tape in front of a live audience on Thursday, Nov. 11 at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Tickets for the taping are only available to CMA Sterling and Organizational members and through CMA's various sponsors and local and regional partners including Country radio stations and more.

"CMA Country Christmas" will air Monday, Nov. 29 (9:30-11:00 p.m. eastern) on ABC.


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