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The County Music Association is sharing a statement after Sammy Kershaw and Rodney Atkins said they aren’t allowed to walk the red carpet at the upcoming 60th CMA Awards. The statement reads in part, “the red carpet has criteria that exists to help manage limited space and the security needs for both the artist and the media. We are deeply sorry anyone felt excluded by those decisions.” The organization added it wants to make sure all artists feel welcome and they’re in touch with Kershaw’s team. Taking to social media last week, Kershaw said his request to walk to the red carpet for a few minutes was denied and he’s “pretty sad about it.” Atkins later said he also wasn’t approved to walk the CAM Award red carpet and he’s decided not to attend this year’s event. The 60th CMA Awards will return to Nashville, Tennessee, and air on November 18th at 8 p.m. Eastern Time on ABC and Disney-Plus.