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Arena-packing star Billy Strings was named IBMA Entertainer Of The Year for the fifth time at the 37th annual IBMA Awards in Chattanooga on Thursday. More surprising was the ascent of East Nash Grass with two major trophies in Album and Instrumental Group of the Year. Other winners included singer Jaelee Roberts, fiddler Andy Leftwich, Vocal Group Authentic Unlimited, and bass veteran Mike Bub.
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