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- Air date: Sunday, April 5, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PTOfficial Site: ACMA 2009
- Network: CBS
- Venue: MGM Grand in Las Vegas
- Host: Reba McEntireOfficial Site: ACMA 2009
- Viewers' picks will be announced live during the awards ceremonyOfficial Site: ACMA 2009
- 2009 marks the 44th Annual Academy of Country Music Award ceremony
- 2006: ABC gained broadcast rights
- 1972: CBS gained the broadcast rights
- 1969: First broadcast on NBC
- 1968: First awards ceremony was held but was not televised
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The Academy of Country Music Awards is an annual award show which honors members of the country music industry. The 2009 winner will be announced on April 5, 2009 and during an awards ceremony hosted by Reba McEntire. Fans can vote online for their choices of Entertainer of the Year and Top New Artist of the YearOfficial Site: ACMA 2009
2009 New Artist Winners
- Julianne Hough: Won Top New Female Vocalist for her self-titled debut album, Julianne Hough, this was the Dancing with the Stars pro's first nomination and first winACM: New Artist Winners Announced (March 6, 2009)
- Jake Owen: Won Top New Male Vocalist for his second album Easy Does It he was previously nominated for Top New Male Vocalist and Vocal Event of the Year in 2008ACM: New Artist Winners Announced (March 6, 2009)
- Zac Brown Band: Won Top New Vocal Duo or Group for their fourth album, The Foundation, this was their first nomination and first winACM: New Artist Winners Announced (March 6, 2009)
2009 Special Award Winners
- On March 24, 2009, the Academy of Country Music Award winners were announced for the special awards that are not part of the televised ceremony. ACMA: Special Awards Honorees Announced (March 24, 2009)
- Jim Reeves International Award: Dolly Parton for "outstanding contributions to the acceptance of country music throughout the world" ACMA: Special Awards Honorees Announced (March 24, 2009)
- Poet's Award: Merle Haggard and Harlan Howard for "outstanding musical and/or lyrical contributions throughout their careers in the field of country music ACMA: Special Awards Honorees Announced (March 24, 2009)
- Cliffie Stone Pioneer Award: Jerry Reed, Kenny Rogers, Randy Travis and Hank Williams, Jr. which honors "individuals who are pioneers in the country music genre"ACMA: Special Awards Honorees Announced (March 24, 2009)
- Tex Ritter Award: Beer For My Horses for a "movie released and/or receiving major exposure during the preceding calendar year, featuring or utilizing country music" ACMA: Special Awards Honorees Announced (March 24, 2009)
- Mae Boren Axton Award: David Young "in recognition of years of dedication and service by an outstanding individual to the Academy of Country Music"ACMA: Special Awards Honorees Announced (March 24, 2009)
2008 Award Winners
- Entertainer of the Year: Kenny Chesney
- Song of The Year: "Give it Away" - Bill Anderson / Jamey Johnson
- Album of the Year: "It Just Comes Natural" - George Strait
- Male Vocalist of the Year: Brad Paisley
- Female Vocalist of the Year: Carrie Underwood
2007 Award Winners
- Entertainer of the Year: Kenny Chesney
- Song of The Year: "Believe" - Craig Wiseman / Ronnie Dunn
- Album of the Year: "Time Well Wasted" - Brad Paisley
- Male Vocalist of the Year: Keith Urban
- Female Vocalist of the Year: Carrie Underwood
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Country Music Award Winners Questions
What channel is the Academy of Country Music Awards on? 2 AnswersHi danielle, The 44th Academy of Country Music Awards is on CBS at 8.00pm on Sunday 5 April.http://www.umgnashville.com/images/local/400/c06092cf-e4ab-49df-af1... read more
What time are the Academy of Country Music Awards on? 2 Answers"The 44th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, hosted by Reba McEntire, will air live on CBS from Las Vegas's MGM Grand on Sunday, April 5, at 8 p.m. ET and ... read more -
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Top Single of the Year
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- Jamey Johnson for "In Living Color"
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Top New Female Vocalist
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Top New Male Vocalist
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Top New Artist
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Top Vocal Duo
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- Montgomery Gentry
- Sugarland - Winner
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Top Vocal Group
- Lady Antebellum
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