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Prototype · 10-24-2009, 04:32 PM

So, while watching the Simpson's episode where Homer wins a Grammy, it got me to thinking how irrelavant the American Music Awards have become.

So, I did some surfing to see if they were still around. Sure enough, this November, ABC will host the 2009 edition. That wasn't as surprising as seeing who you could vote for Artist of the Year.

Kings of Leon were there, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Eminem... 3/4 had huge years this year, and deserving... but there were 5 nominees.

Michael Jackson was the 5th.

Now don't get me wrong. I'm a fan. I'll be there Wednesday night to see "This Is It", I've purchased tickets already. I loved his music, and I've watched Moonwalker a dozen times since his death.

But artist of the year? He hasn't done anything but die this year. Harsh, yes. Worthy of Artist of the Year? No. And as a betting man, there's no doubt in my mind that when they announce the winner, someone from the Jackson family will be on stage to accept.

http://abc.go.com/shows/american-music-awards/vote

See for yourself.

10-24-2009, 04:32 PM	#1
Prototype Join Date: May 2004 Location: @robdashjamieson Exp:	Artist Of The Year: Michael Jackson??? So, while watching the Simpson's episode where Homer wins a Grammy, it got me to thinking how irrelavant the American Music Awards have become. So, I did some surfing to see if they were still around. Sure enough, this November, ABC will host the 2009 edition. That wasn't as surprising as seeing who you could vote for Artist of the Year. Kings of Leon were there, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Eminem... 3/4 had huge years this year, and deserving... but there were 5 nominees. Michael Jackson was the 5th. Now don't get me wrong. I'm a fan. I'll be there Wednesday night to see "This Is It", I've purchased tickets already. I loved his music, and I've watched Moonwalker a dozen times since his death. But artist of the year? He hasn't done anything but die this year. Harsh, yes. Worthy of Artist of the Year? No. And as a betting man, there's no doubt in my mind that when they announce the winner, someone from the Jackson family will be on stage to accept. http://abc.go.com/shows/american-music-awards/vote See for yourself. __________________ Last edited by Prototype; 10-24-2009 at 04:37 PM.