The music of these and countless other country artists is yours to rock out to whenever and however you want with your Rhapsody subscription. Click here to sign up for a free trial and see what we’re all about. On June 9th, when CMT hosts its annual Music Awards, the city of Nashville will become one big, wild party. Once again, the award ceremony will take place in downtown Nashville at the Bridgestone Arena (formerly the Sommet Center) with none other than the American bad-ass himself, Kid Rock, taking on hosting duties.
Toby Keith, the newly engaged Miranda Lambert, Lady Antebellum, Carrie Underwood and Keith Urban are all confirmed to appear that night.
But it's about more than just music. This year, if you download any of the nominated songs (we've playlisted a few of the nominees for you) at the Rhapsody Store, we will donate all the proceeds to CMT One Country's local partner, Hands On Nashville, which is handling all of the volunteers for the city's post-flood recovery and rebuilding efforts. There are many ways to chip in, but we can't think of a more fun, simple way to help Nashville get back on its feet.
Other awards shows have begun integrating fan voting in certain categories, but the CMT Music Awards was the first — and it is still the only show that is based entirely on fan votes. Vote for your favorite artist now at CMT through June 8th, and watch the magic happen live on June 9th.
Here are the 2010 nominees.
VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video of the year; awarded to the artist (male, female, group/duo
or collaboration) and the video director. Final nominees will be
announced during the live telecast, with final voting held online at
CMT.com during the show.
Jason Aldean: “The Truth”
Kenny Chesney: “Out Last Night”
Toby Keith: “American Ride”
Lady Antebellum: “Need You Now”
Miranda Lambert: “White Liar”
Brad Paisley: “Welcome to the Future”
Taylor Swift: “You Belong With Me”
Carrie Underwood: “Cowboy Casanova”
Keith Urban: “‘Til Summer Comes Around”
Zac Brown Band: “Toes”
MALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video by a male artist; awarded to the artist.
Jason Aldean: “The Truth”
Billy Currington: “People Are Crazy”
Toby Keith: “American Ride”
Tim McGraw: “Southern Voice”
Keith Urban: “‘Til Summer Comes Around”
FEMALE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video by a female artist; awarded to the artist.
Miranda Lambert: “White Liar”
Reba McEntire: “Consider Me Gone”
Taylor Swift: “You Belong With Me”
Carrie Underwood: “Cowboy Casanova”
GROUP VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video by a group; awarded to the artists.
Gloriana: “How Far Do You Wanna Go?”
Lady Antebellum: “Need You Now”
Rascal Flatts: “Here Comes Goodbye”
Zac Brown Band: “Toes”
DUO VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video by a duo; awarded to the artists.
Brooks & Dunn: “Indian Summer”
Steel Magnolia: “Keep On Lovin’ You”
Sugarland: “Keep You”
Sugarland: “Nightswimming/Joey”
USA WEEKEND BREAKTHROUGH VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video from an artist's major breakthrough album; awarded to the artist (male, female, or group/duo).
Luke Bryan: “Do I”
Laura Bell Bundy: “Giddy On Up”
Easton Corbin: “A Little More Country Than That”
Steel Magnolia: “Keep On Lovin’ You”
COLLABORATIVE VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Best video that featured a special collaborative appearance by artists; awarded to the artists (individual, group or duo).
Jason Aldean and Bryan Adams: “Heaven” from CMT
Crossroads: Bryan Adams and Jason Aldean
Kenny Chesney with Dave Matthews: “I’m Alive”
Kellie Pickler featuring Taylor Swift: “Best Days of Your Life”
Blake Shelton featuring Trace Adkins: “Hillbilly Bone”
CMT PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR
Musical performance on a television show, series or variety special on CMT; awarded to the artist (individual, group or duo).
Lady Antebellum: “Lookin’ for a Good Time” from the 2009 CMT
Music Awards
Reba McEntire: “Consider Me Gone” from Invitation Only:
Reba
Tim McGraw: “Southern Voice” from Invitation Only: Tim McGraw
Brad Paisley: “Then” from the 2009 CMT Music Awards
Carrie Underwood: “Temporary Home” from Invitation Only: Carrie Underwood
VIDEO DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR
Best video director of the year; awarded to the director for his or her body of work from the past year.
Chris Hicky (award-eligible videos include: Miranda Lambert’s “White Liar” and Justin Moore’s “Small Town USA”)
Shaun Silva (award-eligible videos include: Kenny Chesney’s “Out Last Night” and Rascal Flatts’ “Summer Nights”)
Roman White (award-eligible videos include: Taylor Swift’s “You Belong With Me” and Kellie Pickler’s “Best Days of Your Life”)
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