Dove Awards 2008

The Dove Awards were created in 1969 by the Gospel Music Association to reward outstanding achievement in Christian/gospel music.

The award ceremony features performances by new and popular artists within the Gospel scene. In 2008, the show takes place, as always, in Nashville, Tennessee. Artists nominated for awards include: Michael English, Cindy Morgan, Mark Schultz, Chris Tomlin and Amy Grant.

The after party for the 2008 awards starts at 9.30 p.m. at Music City, Nashville, TN.

Songwriter of the Year Nominees

1. Mark Hall
2. Brandon Heath
3. Bernie Herms
4. Leeland Mooring
5. Cindy Morgan (Winner)

Male Vocalist

1. Chris Tomlin (Winner)
2. Gerald Wolfe
3. Jon Foreman
4. Mark Hall
5. Mark Schultz
6. Marvin Sapp
7. tobyMac

Female Vocalist

1. Amy Grant (Winner)
2. Christy Nockels
3. Darlene Zschech
4. Krystal Meyers
5. Mandisa
6. Natalie Grant
7. Sandi Patty

Dove Award Criticism

1. Biased in favor of traditional gospel and pop artists
2. Favor well-established, radio-friendly artists
3. Popular artist Steven Curtis Chapman won the "Songwriter of the Year" award 9 out of 10 years some victories in years when he released no material

Fast Facts

1. 1964: Founded
2. Held: Nashville, Tennessee
3. Musical styles considered: pop, rock, rap & hip hop, country, gospel, praise & worship

1971 Scandal

In 1971, the Dove Awards was hit by a scandal. The Blackwood Brothers, a popular group, were accused of conducting a campaign to enlist new members to the GMA in order to encourage members to vote a particular way. The incident led to a change in the way votes are cast

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