2008 American Music Awards

The 2008 American Music Awards (AMA Awards) air live tonight on ABC television at 7 p.m. Eastern and 6 p.m. Central. A stellar lineup of musical performers are scheduled for the televised event, with an expected special appearance by Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry. The AMA Music Awards are hosted again this year by comedian Jimmy Kimmel. Check your local ABC television listings for additional information.

Tonight’s 36th Annual American Music Awards event features some incredible talent, including musical artists such as Christina Aguilera, Beyonce, Mariah Carey, Miley Cyrus, Annie Lennox, Kanye West, Taylor Swift, and others. Earlier this month, female artist Taylor Swift, won Top New Female Vocalist at the 2008 CMA Awards. While millions of Americans tune in to see their favorite artists accept awards, the musical performances are often the highlight of the evening.

There is a long list of American Music Award nominees, represented by multiple different categories. Among those nominated for awards are Garth Brooks (nominated for Favorite Male Artist in country music and Favorite Album in country music), Mariah Carey (nominated for Favorite Female Artist in pop or rock music and Favorite Album in Soul / Rhythm & Blues Music), Kenny Chesney (nominated for Favorite Male Artist in country music), Foo Fighters (nominated for Favorite Artist in alternative rock music), Kid Rock (nominated for Favorite Male Artist in pop or rock music), Lil Wayne (nominated for Artist of the Year in rap / hip-hop music and Favorite Album in rap / hip-hop music). Others nominated for awards include bands such as the Eagles, Coldplay, Rascal Flatts, Sugarland, and Wu-Tang Clan.

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