McEntire leading the audience in a sing-along of the late Kris Kristofferson's “Me and Bobby McGee.”Male artist of the year went to Stapleton. Duo of the year was awarded to Brooks & Dunn ...

Curious about the Brooks & Dunn Oklahoma ... prominence with the Kris Kristofferson-penned song “Help Me Make It Through the Night.” Tulsa-born Gus Hardin won best new female artist in 1984.

It was her night once again. Lainey Wilson took home the top prize at the 60th annual Academy of Country Music Awards — the ...