Tuesday, October 13, 2009

2009 American Music Awards Nominees Announced

She’s always up for a high-profile industry event, and earlier today (October 13) Paula Abdul helped announce the nominees for the 2009 American Music Awards.

Joined by “American Idol” alum Adam Lambert and rap living legend Snoop Dogg, Abdul looked lovely as she posed for the paparazzi at the Beverly Hills Hotel.

So far Alicia Keys, Black Eyed Peas, Jennifer Lopez, and Adam Lambert have signed on to perform at the event, set to take place Sunday November 22nd at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles.

The nominees for the 2009 American Music Awards are:

POP or ROCK MUSIC

Favorite Male Artist
Eminem
Michael Jackson
T.I.

Favorite Female Artist
Beyonce
Lady Gaga
Taylor Swift

Favorite Band, Duo or Group
Black Eyed Peas
Kings of Leon
Nickelback

Favorite Album
Lady Gaga / Fame
Michael Jackson / Number Ones
Taylor Swift / Fearless

COUNTRY MUSIC

Favorite Male Artist
Jason Aldean
Darius Rucker
Keith Urban

Favorite Female Artist
Reba McEntire
Taylor Swift
Carrie Underwood

Favorite Band, Duo or Group
Rascal Flatts
Sugarland
Zac Brown Band

Favorite Album
Rascal Flatts/ Unstoppable
Taylor Swift / Fearless
Zac Brown Band / Foundation

RAP/HIP-HOP MUSIC