How many of you were more than a little disappointed with the CMT Video Awards program last night? I know I was. I don’t mean just because some of the people I voted for didn’t win – I mean the whole show in general. It just didn’t seem to be as interesting as in years pasts. And it really wasn’t as entertaining.
I don’t think Miley and Billy Ray were the right choice for hosts either. I know she is a teenager – but did she have to act like one? Sorry, Miley, I just didn’t think you did a great job.
Here are the winners – Video of the Year – “Our Song”, Taylor Swift. I like Taylor. I just wouldn’t have given her that award. It wasn’t the best out of those nominated. She obviously has a lot of fans. Taylor also took Female Video of the Year.
Duo Video of the Year – Sugarland for “Stay”. I really like these guys, and I like most of their songs; “Stay” isn’t one of my favorites – but I’m glad they won.
Male video of the Year – Trace Adkins, “I Got My Game On”. Way to go Trace. I think he’s really been ignored by the ACM and CMA awards over the past several years – so was happy that the fans voted for him. I also thought it was nice that Trace thanked country radio. I believe he was the only one that did that. Rodney Carrington got the award for Supporting Character in a Video for this Trace video, too.
And the winner of the Wide Open Country Video (such an odd category, I think they invented that one for the winners) … Allison Krauss and Robert Plant, “Gone, Gone, Gone”. That one is just not my kind of country. But I’ve always liked Allison.
The Collaborative Video of the Year went to LeAnn Rimes, with Bon Jovi, for “Nothin’ Better to Do”.
Kellie Pickler ended up on top for “I Wonder” in the Tearjerker Video of the Year, the CMA Performance of the Year, and the Breakthrough Video of the Year. Ok, ok, it wasn’t a bad song. But three awards? I was kind of hoping that Bucky Covington would get the Breakthrough Video award for “Different World”. It was good! And I voted… a lot! Sorry, Bucky, maybe next year.
And the Comedy Video of the Year went to Brad Paisley. I don’t think anyone would say he wasn’t deserving of that award.
Rascal Flatts took home the award for Group Video of the Year for “Take Me There”. Did any of you think they really didn’t sing well last night, or was it just me?
And last, we had the Video Director of the Year – that award went to Michael Salomon, and his videos included Toby Keith’s High Maintenance Woman; Trace Adkins, I Got My Game On; and Toby Keith, Love Me If You Can.
And here’s a picture of Bucky – just cause I think he should have won, and cause he’s cute. (I’m not sure who took this one, but it’s one of mine, one of Brittany’s or one of Winnie’s. Enjoy.) And remember, for all the best Bucky pictures and news, visit Buckymaina!
Am I being too critical, or does anyone out there agree with me? Who didn’t win that you would have liked to see win? Did you guys like Miley and Billy Ray in their hosting roles?
Always look forward to hearing form each of you. Have good Wednesday – and in spite of the past few days, “Think Spring.”
Country
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I agree!! I don’t think the show was as entertaining as in previous years. I am with you! Wish Bucky would of won. I love Bucky! he is awesome and such a great performer. The song wasn’t good when everyone performed so that was another minus. Jeff Foxworthy did a best job of Hosting. JMO.
Carol,
I appreciate your comment. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts with us. I like Jeff Foxworthy. I wonder why they didn’t have him do it again. He really did a great job hosting that awards show. Thanks for reading … I hope you’ll visit Country’s Chatter often!
Country
Country, thanks for the great shot of Bucky and the sweet sentiments–it would have been awesome to see him win that one the other night, but perhaps next year will be the charm. Billy Ray and Miley are charmers, but I bet CMT will go back to Jeff (or another solo comedian) next year–just seems to work better with one ringmaster. Great wrap-up of the show!
Hi Winnie – thanks so much. I was very disappointed that Bucky didn’t win. I thought his video was great. But I have to admit, as much as I liked the song “Different World,” I like “It’s Good to be Us” even more! Talk to you soon!
Country
Hey Country,
I have not chatted with you in a while, but I do check in often, I could not agree with you more! The awards show was not as interesting as in the past! I was all pumped up for it, and felt let down….especially since the one I wanted to win most, did not!! Bucky should have walked away with the award in my personal opinion! I really think the teen votes dominated this year! I did agree with the win for Trace, as he seemed well deserving and has never received enough recognition….as he has a lot of great songs on the air now and over all his years as an artist! Just my thoughts! TTYL
Lisa
I totally agree. I think watching Billy Ray and Miley Cyrus was almost painful.
And Paula Abdul and Snoop Dog? What gives. Let Reba host. She’s wonderful.
Also agree that Bucky should have taken the award. We’ve met him several times at concerts now and he’s warm, funny, gracious and yes very cute!
Hi Dana,
Thanks so much for commenting. As for Reba, you’ll have a chance to see her hosting very soon. She is scheduled to host the Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday, May 18 (8 p.m. on CBS). This will be her 10th year to host that awards show. It will be broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
Thanks again for your comment… and for readying my chatter.
Country
Hi Lisa,
Great hearing from you! It has been a while since we chatted. Glad to hear you’re still enjoying my Blog. I really appreciate your comments, and you sharing your opinions with us.
Still hoping I can catch up with you some Saturday or Sunday when Reggie has a remote in Johnson City. You’ve got my numbers and e-mail, give me a call.. we’ll work something out. Take care – and thanks again.
Country
Ok, I’m totally with you about the hosts and definitely about Taylor winning. Win over Martina and Carrie?? UGH! My jaw dropped. Miley, for one… is just, awkward. I think she moves strangly when she sings! But they did not do a very good job hosting. Plus at the end they almost forgot to announce that Carrie was singing. And Sugarland not winning Tearjerker for Stay?? Come on!! I did think it was hilarious that girl got up on stage with Toby though. Talk about some guts!! And people booed Snoop D.O. double G. LOL I really like Reba as a host too. I’ll be glad to see her on the CMA’s.