The Country Music Association of Australia is thrilled to reveal the second star-studded line-up of country music’s favourites to perform at the highly anticipated 40th Jayco CMAA Country Music Awards of Australia.

Finalist nominees including globetrotters Jetty Road, husband and wife duo O’Shea, country darling Jasmine Rae and country music veteran Troy Cassar-Daley are set to light up the stage in front of fans and stars alike as they pack the theatre to be a part of country music history.

With a total of 21 Golden Guitars under his belt, Troy Cassar-Daley has the honour of being the most awarded recipient of Male Artist of the Year. He is no stranger to the Golden Guitars and is looking forward to performing at the event this year.

“I can’t wait to be back at the Awards performing, it is always a really special night. This year will be exceptionally memorable with the anniversary celebrations and I wouldn’t miss the opportunity to be a part of such a historic night in country music,” said Troy.

Troy could take home a Golden Guitar for APRA Song of the Year with ‘Falling Into Place’, a song he co-wrote with Adam Harvey.

As one of Australia’s fastest rising country music stars and a multi- ARIA Award nominee, Jasmine Rae will light up the stage at this year’s award while battling it out for Female Artist of the Year.

“I am absolutely delighted to be performing and nominated at this year’s Awards. To be a part of such a milestone event is an honour and I am looking forward to performing for all the country music fans who will pack the theatre,” said Jasmine.

Jetty Road and O’Shea are both up for Group or Duo of the Year and with their international experience will add considerable star power to the line up of performers, joining top nominee’s Adam Harvey, Beccy Cole and Shane Nicholson.

To be involved in the celebrations you must purchase a ticket to the 40th Awards event. Tickets to the general public are on sale now from $55 and can be purchased directly from www.tcmf.com.au or by calling 02 6767 5300.

The 40th Jayco CMAA Country Music Awards of Australia will be staged at 7.30pm on Saturday 28 January 2012 at the Tamworth Regional Entertainment and Conference Centre (TRECC).

The CMAA Awards recognise the achievements of Australian country music artists in the past twelve months. Additional performers and presenters for the event will be confirmed and announced over the following weeks.

For a full list of finalists click here.