Last week, the nominees for the Americana Honors and Awards were announced. There are some familiar names like Brandi Carlile and Charley Crockett on the list, as well as some newcomers like Mon Rovia, Kashus Culpepper, and Boy Golden.

It’s the 25th anniversary of the awards, and the winners will be announced on September 16, at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee, as part of Americana Fest. Today, let’s cheer on our favorites by crafting a playlist of Americana Award Nominees!

So for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs from artists nominated for the Americana Awards this year would you like to hear?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played

Mon Rovia- Heavy Foot
Kathleen Edwards- Save Your Soul
Jesse Welles- Horses
I'm With Her- Ancient Light
S.G. Goodman- Fire Sign
Margot Price- Don't Let The Bastards Get You Down
Charley Crockett- Me and Shooter
Boy Golden- Cowboy Dreams feat. Cat Clyde