Ameripolitan Awards Return with Lonestar | Country Music News

The Ameripolitan Awards are roaring back in 2027 with a powerhouse partnership with the Lonestar Round Up — blending vintage car culture and roots music for a weekend that’s bigger, badder, and more sustainable than ever. Founded in 2014 to spotlight overlooked genres like honky tonk, outlaw, swing, and rockabilly, the awards have weathered financial storms, including personal bills run into the tens of thousands. Now, teaming up with the 24-year-old car fest, they’re building a stronger future while honoring legends with lifetime achievement awards. Nominations are open now — artists, venues, DJs, festivals welcome. The grand finale? An intimate Sunday night show in Austin, April 16–18, 2027. Don’t miss it — this is where classic cars meet killer American roots sounds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aa162c8411d28fcd