Brief
The War and Treaty to Receive Inaugural Origins Vanguard Award
Origins Music Group said the duo’s cross‑genre impact earned them the inaugural honor at the Nov. 19 ceremony.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Origins Music Group announced on Oct. 12, 2026 that husband‑and‑wife duo The War and Treaty will receive the inaugural Origins Vanguard Award at the third annual Origins Impact Awards on Thursday, Nov. 19, at Nashville’s Woolworth Theatre.
What happened
The organization released a full list of finalists across 18 categories, naming artists such as Breland, Blanco Brown, K. Michelle, Nappy Roots and others. The ceremony will feature live performances and appearances by industry leaders. The previous year’s ceremony was held on Nov. 20, 2025, at Nashville’s The Cowan, where Rissi Palmer, Coffey Anderson and others performed.
What the reports add
Billboard noted that The War and Treaty have built a career spanning country, Americana, soul and roots music, earning two Grammy nominations—including best new artist—and three CMA Awards nominations for vocal duo of the year. The Vanguard Award, according to the group’s CEO Corey Jones, recognizes artists whose “artistry, influence and impact have helped shape country music’s evolving landscape while opening doors and creating greater possibilities for others.”
What was said
Corey Jones, CEO and co‑founder of Origins Music Group, said in a statement, “The Vanguard Award gives us an opportunity to recognize artists whose impact reaches beyond a single year. The War and Treaty represent exactly what this honor was created to celebrate. Their artistry speaks for itself, but their journey has also opened doors, challenged expectations and created space for artists who may not have always seen themselves reflected in Country Music.”
How it came about
The award follows a growing trend of broader definitions of country music, a theme highlighted in Origins’ earlier announcements that “we aren’t asking artists to fit into one narrow definition of what country music is supposed to look or sound like.” The organization’s 2025 ceremony honored a diverse set of performers, underscoring its commitment to inclusivity.
Key facts
- The War and Treaty will receive the inaugural Origins Vanguard Award on Nov. 19, 2026. (billboard.com)
- Origins Music Group announced finalists in 18 categories on Oct. 12, 2026. (billboard.com)
- The duo have two Grammy nominations and three CMA Awards nominations for vocal duo of the year. (billboard.com)
- Corey Jones said the award recognizes artists whose impact goes beyond a single year. (billboard.com)
- The 2025 Origins Impact Awards ceremony was held on Nov. 20, 2025, at Nashville’s The Cowan. (billboard.com)
Timeline
- 2025-11-20 — Second Origins Impact Awards held at Nashville’s The Cowan.
- 2026-10-12 — Origins Music Group announces 2026 finalists and Vanguard Award recipient.
- 2026-11-19 — Inaugural Origins Vanguard Award to be presented to The War and Treaty.
Sources
- [1] billboard.com — originally reported as “The War and Treaty to Receive Origins Vanguard Award at Origins Impact Awards: Full List of 2026 Nominees”
