Eric church is certainly no stranger to success in country music, but it is his first time leading in CMA Nominations.

Church leads with five nominations - including male vocalist of the year.

Coming in next with four nominations is Blake Shelton

The reining entertainer of the year is vying for the top spot again, as well as male vocalist of the year, single of the year and song of the year.

Shelton released a statement saying, "I never get tired of these 'oh-my-god-how-did-this-happen?!!' moments," "thank you to country radio and everyone who casts a cma vote. I am truly honored."

Blakes wife Miranda Lambert has four nominations as well.

She will also try  holding  on to her title of female vocalist of the year.

But she has some strong competition. On the ballot with her is Martina McBride, Carrie Underwood, Taylor Swift and Kelly Clarkson.

People took to twitter saying the pop singer doesn't deserve it.

Kelly tweeted her reaction - saying -  "yesterday - the 10 year anniversary of me winning idol. Today -nominated in female vocalist category for the cma's! I promise to earn that!
  
Speaking of nominees not of the country genre - Snoop Dog is nominated for musical event of the year for his collaboration with Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson and Jamey Johnson.

Also in that category, The Civil Wars, were nominated for their collaboration with Taylor Swift for "Safe and Sound"

"The Civil Wars" are also nominated for "duo of the year".       

And Kellie Pickler was not nominated for a cma this year - but she was creating just as much buzz.

The country singer and former idol star shaved her head for her best friend, who has breast cancer and starts chemo on Thursday.

Kellie took to twitter saying "It's been a great life changing day"

To learn more about her friend summer's cancer journey go to this webpage - http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/summermiller/journal.

For a list of all the CMA Nominees you can visit - http://country.cmaworld.com/cma-awardsCountry Music Capitol Revs Up for Rewards