The Academy of Country Music has announced their nominations for this year’s awards show, which airs May 18 on CBS.
Kenny Chesney swept with 11 nominations, followed by Rodney Atkins with six nominations, and Brad Paisley, Big & Rich and Sugarland with four each:
ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR
- Kenny Chesney
- Brad Paisley
- Rascal Flatts
- George Strait
- Keith Urban
TOP MALE VOCALIST
- Rodney Atkins
- Kenny Chesney
- Brad Paisley
- George Strait
- Keith Urban
TOP FEMALE VOCALIST
- Miranda Lambert
- Martina McBride
- LeAnn Rimes
- Taylor Swift
- Carrie Underwood