American Music Awards 2013 Winners and Best Performance
Another American Music Awards in the books. Yes, the American Music Awards is a real thing. It’s hard to keep track of all the music, film and television award ceremonies these days, but for some reason they keep adding up. Although relatively under the radar, the American Music Awards attracted a wide array of top caliber performers such as Miley Cyrus, Justin Timberlake, Rihanna and even TLC. Miley's performance seemed tame compared to her riveting "We Can't Stop" and "Blurred Lines" performance during MTV's Video Music Awards, but she still managed to steal the show with most provacative and, well odd, performance of the night.
Overall, the American Music Awards was a success. It’s significance may be convoluted amongst all the other award shows that terrorize television, but the show went on without a hitch and attendees walked away happy. For the majority of you who missed last night’s ceremony, here’s a brief recap of the big winners.
Favorite Male Pop Rock Artist – Justin Timberlake
Favorite Female Artist, Soul/R&B - Rihanna
Favorite Album, Country - "Red," by Taylor Swift
Favorite Album, Rap/Hip-Hop - "The Heist," by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Favorite Artist, Alternative Rock - Imagine Dragons
Favorite Artist, Latin - Marc Anthony
Favorite Album, Pop or Rock - "Take Me Home," by One Direction
New Artist of the Year, presented by Kohl's - Ariana Grande
Favorite Male Artist, Soul/R&B - Justin Timberlake
Favorite Female Artist, Country - Taylor Swift
Single of the Year - "Cruise," by Florida Georgia Line, featuring Nelly
Favorite Album, Soul/R&B - "The 20/20 Experience," by Justin Timberlake
Favorite Artist, Electronic Dance Music (EDM) - Avicii
Favorite Artist, Adult Contemporary - Maroon 5
Favorite Artist, Contemporary Inspirational - Matthew West
Top Soundtrack - Pitch Perfect
Favorite Male Artist, Country - Luke Bryan
Favorite Band, Duo or Group, Pop or Rock - One Direction
Favorite Band, Duo or Group, Country - Lady Antebellum
Artist of the Year - Taylor Swift