Monday, May 19, 2008

Kenny Chesney Takes Home Top Honors at the 2008 Academy of Country Music Awards

There were no big surprises last night at the Academy of Country Music Awards show held at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, with Kenny Chesney taking home the top honors.

Well, maybe there were a few mild rumblings with the Best New Duo or Group award. Lady Antebellum edged out Carolina Rain and The Wreckers. It had to be close. Congratulations to all for a year of good music.

Country music is jam-packed with talent. Even the losers are winners when it comes to album sales and fan appreciation.

And the award goes to:



Entertainer of the Year: Black Book favorite Kenny Chesney took home the Entertainer of the Year Award for the fourth time.

"This one is really actually special because long before I had a hit record, the fans always came to the shows. And I want to thank you guys for voting and for being there for me," Kenny said.
Click here for info on Kenny Chesney's fan club.

Male Vocalist: Brad Paisely

Female Vocalist: American Idol Carrie Underwood.

Best Duo: Brooks & Dunn

Best Group: Rascal Flatts

Best New Female Vocalist: Taylor Swift

Best New Male Vocalist: Jack Ingram

New Duo or Vocal Group: Lady Antebellum

Song of the Year: "Stay" by Sugarland

Album of the Year: Crazy Ex-Girlfriend by Miranda Lambert

Vocal Event: "Find Out Who Your Friends Are," by Tracy Lawrence with Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney

Best Video: "Online" by Brad Paisley

Crystal Milestone Award: Garth Brooks

Click here to see red carpet photos of the stars arriving at the Academy of Country Music Awards.