justme60
New Member
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 499
|
Post by justme60 on Jan 31, 2014 15:18:21 GMT -5
It would not bother me to see George Strait win! He's a giant in country music and put out some of the most wonderful real country music ever. George has stayed true to himself in an industry that's changing in every way possible. Like the title of his last tour "Cowboy Rides Away"....what would it hurt to see him carry another Entertainer of the Year trophy into the sunset with him?? Bless him for what he gave us.
|
|
|
Post by 43dudleyvillas on Jan 31, 2014 17:15:30 GMT -5
Hopefully not stepping on any toes here, but to straitbabe, whynotnow, and anyone else offended by 14887fan's post, can I gently suggest that we have some crossed wires going on here? If I thought 14887fan was serious about telling George Strait to eff off, I wouldn't have been amused. And I risk taking the intended fun out of his post by trying to explain, so apologies for that. But sometimes people make snarky, exaggerated presentations of their opinions for entertainment's sake -- they're sort of venting, sort of having fun, sort of poking fun at whatever it is they're discussing, and sort of poking fun at themselves for having such a violent reaction. I think that was 14887fan's intent here -- he was just having a bit of fun, and to the extent that there were several of us who were entertained by his post (I was, and said so), it was because we recognized that. It's a common style of posting around here at Pulse, perhaps moreso outside of the Country Forum than within it. Obviously, it's a style that isn't going to be to everyone's taste but for what it's worth, I really don't think that it is meant to be disrespectful in this case. To quote from a post he made last year: George is nominated solely because it's his last tour. He's still making music. Heck, he just signed another deal for 5 more albums. This is going to be his "going away" present. My thing, though? Since they nominated him, he better win. If they gave him a nomination (since this'll likely be his last nod in the category once he's done touring) for a tour and one radio hit over Carrie, Kenny, Tim, Brad, etc. who've had multiple radio hits (especially Carrie and Tim), he better win. It's tough to figure out tone on the internet. Maybe 14887fan could have responded differently when it became clear that some of you didn't take well to his post. But I think that, overall, this discussion has become more about you folks getting off on the wrong foot with each other than having a fundamental disagreement over George Strait and the respect that he has earned.
|
|
14887fan
Diamond Member
Joined: November 2013
Posts: 11,256
|
Post by 14887fan on Jan 31, 2014 19:17:41 GMT -5
43dudleyvillas - thank you for making my intent more clear. No fun was revoked from my post at all -- no worries! Literally, all I meant was that he is completely undeserving of that nomination since there are others that did much more than he did during the eligibility period, Aldean, McGraw, and Underwood included. Pretty positive that the backlash is from people's touchiness with a small, vulgar word and me being anti-George Strait in this category. If you don't agree with it, that's fine, but statistics prove that others are simply more deserving of the nomination than he is. Legacy + a career milestone ≠ deserving an EOTY nomination.
|
|
|
Post by countrygirl918 on Jan 31, 2014 19:42:48 GMT -5
I believe the ACM nominations are for the year 2013 since 2014 is only 1 month old. George Strait won the CMAs for the same time frame. The eligibility period for the 2014 ACM Awards is November 29, 2012 - November 27, 2013. The eligibility period for the 2013 CMA Awards was July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013. So there's a few months difference. But, like I said voters rarely pay attention to the eligibility period & criteria. If an artist is especially visible right now they may pick up more votes even though we're currently a few months past the end of the eligibility period.
|
|
whynotnow
New Member
Joined: June 2005
Posts: 259
|
Post by whynotnow on Jan 31, 2014 21:23:25 GMT -5
I believe the ACM nominations are for the year 2013 since 2014 is only 1 month old. George Strait won the CMAs for the same time frame. The eligibility period for the 2014 ACM Awards is November 29, 2012 - November 27, 2013. The eligibility period for the 2013 CMA Awards was July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2013. So there's a few months difference. But, like I said voters rarely pay attention to the eligibility period & criteria. If an artist is especially visible right now they may pick up more votes even though we're currently a few months past the end of the eligibility period. So the time frame is the same given a few months difference. Same trailer, different park. Which indicates that the qualifications and achievements are basically the same. The difference is I believe, that based on the sell out crowds for every one of his dates, the quality of the concerts and the critical acclaim, George won the award fair and square and the ACM nom is for the same time frame. Others feel it was a 'token' award.
|
|
|
Post by countryfan15 on Jan 31, 2014 22:51:57 GMT -5
What really blows my mind is why didn't Gary Allan's "Set You Free" manage to not get an nomination?? He has been praised and at the top of everyone's reviews all year long!
|
|
rjz
Gold Member
Joined: September 2010
Posts: 557
|
Post by rjz on Jan 31, 2014 23:21:07 GMT -5
Hopefully not stepping on any toes here, but to straitbabe, whynotnow, and anyone else offended by 14887fan's post, can I gently suggest that we have some crossed wires going on here? If I thought 14887fan was serious about telling George Strait to eff off, I wouldn't have been amused. And I risk taking the intended fun out of his post by trying to explain, so apologies for that. But sometimes people make snarky, exaggerated presentations of their opinions for entertainment's sake -- they're sort of venting, sort of having fun, sort of poking fun at whatever it is they're discussing, and sort of poking fun at themselves for having such a violent reaction. I think that was 14887fan's intent here -- he was just having a bit of fun, and to the extent that there were several of us who were entertained by his post (I was, and said so), it was because we recognized that. It's a common style of posting around here at Pulse, perhaps moreso outside of the Country Forum than within it. Obviously, it's a style that isn't going to be to everyone's taste but for what it's worth, I really don't think that it is meant to be disrespectful in this case. To quote from a post he made last year: George is nominated solely because it's his last tour. He's still making music. Heck, he just signed another deal for 5 more albums. This is going to be his "going away" present. My thing, though? Since they nominated him, he better win. If they gave him a nomination (since this'll likely be his last nod in the category once he's done touring) for a tour and one radio hit over Carrie, Kenny, Tim, Brad, etc. who've had multiple radio hits (especially Carrie and Tim), he better win. It's tough to figure out tone on the internet. Maybe 14887fan could have responded differently when it became clear that some of you didn't take well to his post. But I think that, overall, this discussion has become more about you folks getting off on the wrong foot with each other than having a fundamental disagreement over George Strait and the respect that he has earned. I am completely neutral on the whole George Strait deserving or not issue, although I guess if I was forced to choose I would think others are more deserving and he had his bouquet of flowers already ;) Of course I don't agree with all the bullet points at face value listed by 14884 fan, but I do enjoy some intelligent snark and find it highly entertaining if done well as he demonstrated-even if it pokes fun at some of my own personal favorites. Carry on, I say :)
|
|
CoJoFan
7x Platinum Member
Joined: December 2013
Posts: 7,424
|
Post by CoJoFan on Feb 2, 2014 18:32:54 GMT -5
I think it kind of stinks that Justin Moore and Lee Brice are just now getting nominated for Best New Artist considering both have been around since 2009 and 2010 respectively. Justin just released his outstanding 3rd album Off The Beaten Path and Lee has 2 albums out himself with a 3rd coming out later this year possibly. My final 3 prediction for New Artist should be Justin Moore, Thomas Rhett and Lee Brice! A lot of people are going to be voting for Kacey Musgraves but I highly doubt she will even be around in the next 2 to 3 years due to lack of radio airplay of her songs. Kip Moore could easily be one of the top 3. He just released on of his best songs yet with Young Love. Tyler Farr is from my home state of Missouri and his single Redneck Crazy was a breakout hit for him. His first 2 singles Hot Mess and Hello Goodbye never fared well on the charts and both were good songs especially Hello Goodbye. Brett Eldredge is one of the best singers in this category in my opinion and I went back and forth between him and Thomas Rhett for my Top 3. Thomas got my vote solely based on the popularity of his songs right now. Parmalee as much as I like their music they just haven't had as many hits to get in yet. Only one number 1 single Carolina and one song barely hitting the top 40 Musta Had A Good Time. This is just my opinion as I have nothing against any of these talented artists. I wish them all the best of luck and whoever the top 3 are announced to be on Feb. 4th. Good luck in that race as well!
|
|
Marv
6x Platinum Member
Joined: September 2004
Posts: 6,308
|
Post by Marv on Feb 2, 2014 21:42:05 GMT -5
Well just what are the requirements to be eligible for consideration for Best New Artist anyway?
|
|
|
Post by Fanofctrymusic on Feb 2, 2014 22:00:00 GMT -5
|
|
Deleted
Joined: January 1970
Posts: 0
|
Post by Deleted on Feb 2, 2014 23:45:43 GMT -5
^I don't get how Justin Moore is eligible, then.
"Any solo artist that has sold 500,000 copies of a previously released album (with general exclusions of specialty albums, such as seasonal or live recordings) according to Nielsen SoundScan, are is not eligible for this category."
Both of Justin's first 2 albums have sold more than 500k. And Lee's Hard 2 Love album is certified Gold, although it looks like it was only around 475k back in November so he could probably still meet that requirement.
|
|
Lizl
New Member
Joined: January 2014
Posts: 93
|
Post by Lizl on Feb 3, 2014 2:03:27 GMT -5
They should re-name the category Breakthrough Artist of The Year instead of New Artist of The Year.
|
|
carrieidol1
Diamond Member
Joined: August 2007
Posts: 12,577
|
Post by carrieidol1 on Feb 3, 2014 8:24:41 GMT -5
For the CMAs, I REALLY liked the "Horizon" award name... The name left it open to interpretation; both a new artist or a rising older artist could be nominated, and win. They should come up with a name that's more interpretational.
|
|
onebuffalo
Diamond Member
#LiteralLegender
I am One Buffalo.
Joined: June 2009
Posts: 26,614
|
Post by onebuffalo on Feb 3, 2014 10:49:08 GMT -5
For the CMAs, I REALLY liked the "Horizon" award name... The name left it open to interpretation; both a new artist or a rising older artist could be nominated, and win. They should come up with a name that's more interpretational. I agree. Look at the Class of 1989: Clint Black won the Horizon Award in 1989. Then Garth Brooks won it in 1990. Then it was Travis Tritt's turn in 1991. Why didn't Alan Jackson win it in 1992? Suzy Bogguss won it that year after charting for five years!
|
|
|
Post by tim on Feb 3, 2014 12:22:14 GMT -5
For the CMAs, I REALLY liked the "Horizon" award name... The name left it open to interpretation; both a new artist or a rising older artist could be nominated, and win. They should come up with a name that's more interpretational. I agree. Look at the Class of 1989: Clint Black won the Horizon Award in 1989. Then Garth Brooks won it in 1990. Then it was Travis Tritt's turn in 1991. Why didn't Alan Jackson win it in 1992? Suzy Bogguss won it that year after charting for five years! Add Mark Chesnutt to that list...he won in '93!
|
|
onebuffalo
Diamond Member
#LiteralLegender
I am One Buffalo.
Joined: June 2009
Posts: 26,614
|
Post by onebuffalo on Feb 3, 2014 12:31:18 GMT -5
I agree. Look at the Class of 1989: Clint Black won the Horizon Award in 1989. Then Garth Brooks won it in 1990. Then it was Travis Tritt's turn in 1991. Why didn't Alan Jackson win it in 1992? Suzy Bogguss won it that year after charting for five years! Add Mark Chesnutt to that list...he won in '93! After Mark Chesnutt debuted in 1990!
|
|
|
Post by countryfan4life on Feb 5, 2014 17:16:11 GMT -5
"Any artist who has previously won the on-camera award for Entertainer, Male Vocalist, Female Vocalist, Vocal Duo or Vocal Group is ineligible for a New Artist nomination." If that's the case how were Thompson Square nominated last year for top new vocal group/duo when they won Top Vocal Duo the year before? Nominations were released earlier than I expected so I missed making nomination predictions, but now that I have another snow day I figured I would try and predict winners. Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan (will win and who I want to win) Miranda Lambert Blake Shelton George Strait (possibility) Taylor Swift If this award was not fan voted I would say the ACM would pull a CMAs and give it to George, but since it's partially fan voted I have my doubts. I still wouldn't be surprised to see him win, but there would have to be a tremendous push to beat out the other nominees. I mean the whole 60 for 60 thing did happened so we'll see. The power of Taylor's fans should never be underestimated, and most were furious when Luke won last year, so they are going to come out strong with voting. The thing is, this is not just based on fan votes. Blake is always a strong contender and had another huge year so I wouldn't be shocked to see him walk off with this. Miranda is probably the underdog compared to the others, but I'm not counting her out, because last year Luke was an underdog and he won. Luke had a massive year. With the exception of probably Taylor, who else on the list sold out their 2013 tour and has pretty much sold out their first leg of their 2014 tour, including selling out MSG 2 times in 5 minutes? I'm torn between Luke and George, but I'm going with my gut and heart on this one and I'll say Luke for the win. On a side note, Jason Aldean being left off this list is the biggest snub this year, and possibly one of the biggest I have seen since I started watching this show. This all coming from someone who is a Jason fan, but not the biggest one in the world. I had to watch the nomination video again to make sure I was seeing things correctly. Male Vocalist Jason Aldean (Will Win) Lee Brice Luke Bryan (Who I want to win) Blake Shelton Keith Urban Correct me if I'm wrong, but in the 11 or 12 years of me watching this show I have yet to see someone win this award for a certain amount of years in a row, then lose one year, and then win again the next year. For this reason, as silly as it may sound, I don't think the award will go back to Blake. I am thrilled to see Keith in this category, but he might fall under this too. He has not been nominated in a while so that might work in his favor. Lee was a pleasant surprise and it's nice to see someone new in this category. It's still probably too soon for him to win. I'm torn between Luke and Jason. Luke again had an incredible year, but Jason won it last year and they might want to make up for not nominating him for EOTY. That's why I'm going to go with Jason for this. Plus the ACMs have a history with repeating in this category. Female Vocalist Sheryl Crow Miranda Lambert Kacey Musgraves (Will win) Taylor Swift Carrie Underwood (Who I want to win) Unfortunately what I said above in the MV category will probably apply here, which means Carrie probably won't win. Taylor falls under this as well. Sheryl Crow is a nice surprise. I don't necessarily care when artists from other genres make country music, but they have to do it the right way, which Sheryl did. She payed her dues and committed to the genre. It's still probably too soon for her to win though. That leaves Miranda and Kacey. I have a feeling Miranda's reign as Female Vocalist is about to end and Kacey will be the one to do it. I was wrong for the CMAs, but I'm still standing by this prediction. It would have been nice to see Kellie Pickler in the running for this, maybe next year. Vocal Duo Big & Rich Dan + Shay (awesome but way too soon) Florida Georgia Line (Will win and should) Love and Theft (would be nice) Thompson Square Do I even need to explain this? Florida Georgia Line, love them or hate them, had a huge year and it would be wrong to ignore them in this category. Always nice to see Love and Theft nominated and I about did a back flip when I saw Dan + Shay nominated. I know it probably has to do with the fact that this category is pretty much nonexistent in the genre at the moment, but I do see something special in these guys. I said it when I saw them open for Hunter Hayes back in September and I'm going to say it again, give these guys a year or so and they will be giving FGL a run for their money and beating them out at award shows. Vocal Group Eli Young Band (dark horse) Lady Antebellum Little Big Town The Band Perry (Will win) Zac Brown Band Out of all the nominees I think The Band Perry had the strongest year so I'm going to go out on a limb and say that they will win it. I feel like the others have has a decent year but The Band Perry are the stand outs. EYB is the dark horse for me, I did hear of them a lot this year. EDIT: Best New Artist Brett Eldredge (will win and who I want to win) Justin Moore Kip Moore These nominations really surprised me. I thought the one I would get right would have been Thomas Rhett and not Brett Eldredge, but I'm not complaining. I am a huge Kip Moore fan too and I enjoy most of Justin's music, but I'm going with Brett on this one. Why did they go back to this format instead of the way they did it last year? I like that way so much better and I was so happy to see it come back last year. They could have easily found new artists for male/female/vocal group/duo or they could do what they did the year The Band Perry won and do top new solo artist and top new vocal group/duo. Album of the Year Based On A True Story- Blake Shelton (will win) Crash My Party- Luke Bryan (who I want to win) Here's to the Good Times- Florida Georgia Line Same Trailer, Different Park- Kacey Musgraves Two Lanes of Freedom-Tim McGraw I predicted Kacey for the CMAs and Bake won so I'm going to predict Blake this time, especially if he doesn't win anything else. I would say Luke's album would be my second pick (my first if I was voting), but it's the only nominated album I own, so I'm a bit biased. Single of the Year "Cruise"- Florida Georgia Line (Will win and should) "Highway Don't Care"- Tim McGraw ft. Taylor Swift & Keith Urban "I Drive Your Truck"- Lee Brice "Mama's Broken Heart"- Miranda Lambert "Wagon Wheel"- Darius Rucker ft. Lady Antebellum Again love it or hate it Cruise was massive and deserves the win. Wagon Wheel and Highway Don't Care will give it a run. Song of the Year "Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain)"- Gary Allan "I Drive Your Truck"- Lee Brice (will win and should) "Mama's Broken Heart"- Miranda Lambert "Mine Would Be You"- Blake Shelton "Wagon Wheel"- Darius Rucker ft. Lady Antebellum This one is hard. I'm going with I Drive Your Truck, but any of the other songs could win. It's nice to see Gary Allan on this list. Love that song. Video of the Year "Better Dig Two"- The Band Perry "Blowin' Smoke"- Kacey Musgraves "Highway Don't Care"- Tim McGraw ft. Taylor Swift & Keith Urban (Will win) "I Drive Your Truck"- Lee Brice "Mama's Broken Heart"- Miranda Lambert "Two Black Cadillacs"- Carrie Underwood (Should win) This will repeat the CMA's. Highway Don't Care is a great video, but I think Carrie's was brilliant! Hope I'm wrong here. Vocal Event of the Year "Boys Round Here", Blake Shelton ft. Pistol Annies & Friends "Cruise (Remix)"- Florida Georgia Line ft. Nelly "Highway Don't Care", Tim McGraw ft. Taylor Swift & Keith Urban "Wagon Wheel"- Darius Rucker ft. Lady Antebellum "We Were Us"- Keith Urban and Miranda Lambert (will win and should) I'm hoping and praying for "We Were Us." That's my favorite out of the list. I wouldn't mind "Wagon Wheel" or I guess "Highway Don't Care" but please don't let it be "Boys Round Here" or "Cruise." Overall I was a little surprised by these nominations. One more snub I failed to mention was Hunter Hayes. I mean if anything he should have been up for vocal collaboration with "Everybody's Got Somebody But Me," I would have preferred that over "Cruise." "I Want Crazy" was huge too, so I was left pretty confused by this. No Eric Church MV nomination surprised me a little, but compared to the others in the category he had a pretty quiet year so I guess it makes sense. As far as the show goes I'm very excited to see which way things will go. I am also very excited to see Blake and Luke host again. They might not have the Brad and Carrie dynamic, but they are still awesome in their own way.
|
|
14887fan
Diamond Member
Joined: November 2013
Posts: 11,256
|
Post by 14887fan on Feb 7, 2014 16:58:18 GMT -5
Rascal Flatts will be at the ACMs this year.
|
|
|
Post by countryfan4life on Feb 7, 2014 18:02:14 GMT -5
Rascal Flatts will be at the ACMs this year. I would love it if they performed, but I doubt it will happen unfortunatly. :( I think they are there, because they are headlining the ACM Party for a Cause with Keith Urban.
|
|
Deleted
Joined: January 1970
Posts: 0
|
Post by Deleted on Feb 7, 2014 18:22:42 GMT -5
I don't know, I could see Rascal Flatts performing this year. "Rewind" is off to a very hot start. I know "Banjo" got to #1 pretty quickly but that one also faded from people's memories just as quickly ;) "Banjo" wasn't a big seller either, not at all. "Rewind", on the other hand, is off to a very strong start on the digital front. I really do get the sense that "Rewind" will be their biggest hit in a long time...I know they've been no stranger to the top 5, but "Rewind" strikes me as a comeback-type of song that will leave more of an impact than many of their previous top 5 hits over the last several years.
I know RF isn't nominated for anything, but even with that in mind, I wouldn't be surprised if they got a performance spot, given their renewed momentum and the hype behind "Rewind".
|
|
|
Post by countryfan4life on Feb 7, 2014 19:00:39 GMT -5
I don't know, I could see Rascal Flatts performing this year. "Rewind" is off to a very hot start. I know "Banjo" got to #1 pretty quickly but that one also faded from people's memories just as quickly ;) "Banjo" wasn't a big seller either, not at all. "Rewind", on the other hand, is off to a very strong start on the digital front. I really do get the sense that "Rewind" will be their biggest hit in a long time...I know they've been no stranger to the top 5, but "Rewind" strikes me as a comeback-type of song that will leave more of an impact than many of their previous top 5 hits over the last several years. I know RF isn't nominated for anything, but even with that in mind, I wouldn't be surprised if they got a performance spot, given their renewed momentum and the hype behind "Rewind". I hope you're right! I know there is usually a special the day after the ACMs, has anyone heard any word on what it will be this year? I'm hoping for something Alabama related, kind of like what they did with Lionel Richie 2 years ago.
|
|
someguy
Diamond Member
Joined: October 2003
Posts: 16,031
|
Post by someguy on Feb 9, 2014 0:04:46 GMT -5
The nominations were more or less what I expected. The two big things that stand out to me are the non-new artists nominated for Best New Artist. I really don't understand how that keeps happening, both here and at the CMAs. The other thing that really surprised me was Lee Brice for Male Vocalist. I don't see how he got in, over Tim McGraw, Hunter Hayes and even Kenny Chesney and Brad Paisley.
|
|
onebuffalo
Diamond Member
#LiteralLegender
I am One Buffalo.
Joined: June 2009
Posts: 26,614
|
Post by onebuffalo on Feb 10, 2014 16:38:43 GMT -5
|
|
avalyn
2x Platinum Member
Joined: February 2006
Posts: 2,422
|
Post by avalyn on Feb 11, 2014 12:07:02 GMT -5
|
|
|
Post by countrygirl918 on Feb 11, 2014 14:52:45 GMT -5
So basically the eligibility criteria is completely pointless, because the ACMs can decide to make exceptions whenever it suits their needs. This is real good for their credibility.
Sad to see Kacey shut out of this category in favor of an artist who is practically a veteran at this point. Nothing against Justin Moore as a person or artist, but according to the ACMs own rules, he is ineligible.
|
|
sabre14
Diamond Member
Vince Gill & the Muppets make everything better
Joined: October 2013
Posts: 26,916
|
Post by sabre14 on Feb 11, 2014 15:02:38 GMT -5
^ What made me laugh was his line "He has earned this nomination and we congratulate him". Like anybody thinks he's somehow not worthy. Obviously Justin is worthy, but he's been around for almost 6 years! Kip Moore shouldn't be on this list to me let alone Justin. I understand the argument he's making, but the criteria they pointed out which explained that Justin should technically be out of the equation. It's OK to nominate an artist who has broken through in the past 36 months. Here are some of the things that were happening when Justin had his debut single "Back That Thing Up" sent to radio in the Summer of 2008: -The President of the United States was George W. Bush. -Alan Jackson was still getting #1 singles ("Small Town Southern Man", "Good Time", "Country Boy") -The New England Patriots were coming off their near perfect season, 18-1. -The hottest movie at the time was Pixar's Wall-E -Sugarland had the #1 song in the country with "All I Want To Do" -Jessica Simpson was charting with a top 20 single (Yes I said Jessica Simpson) -Blake Shelton was still releasing good music (Subjective I know ) -The Zac Brown Band hadn't even had their first top 40 single yet ("Chicken Fried" had just been released) -Lee Ann Womack was on the charts -Tim McGraw was still releasing singles from his Let It Go album.. -And the total Mediabase audience for the #1 song was 33.174!
|
|
Deleted
Joined: January 1970
Posts: 0
|
Post by Deleted on Feb 11, 2014 16:03:03 GMT -5
My Predictions...
Vocal Event Want: We Were Us (Keith/Miranda)- I just love this song, and don't want to see HDC win. Will: Highway Don't Care (Tim/Taylor/Keith)- Let's be real this will win. Bleh.
Video Want: Two Black Cadillacs (Carrie)- This is clearly the best and most original video of the entire year and possibly the last 5 years, but it's Carrie so it probably won't win. Will: Highway Don't Care (Tim/Taylor/Keith)- Yeah, who are we kidding?
Song Want: Mama's Broken Heart (Miranda)- This was my favorite song of the year. Will: I Drive Your Truck (Lee)- It won at the CMA's and will probably claim the victory here.
Single Want: Mama's Broken Heart (Miranda)- Again, loved it. Will: Cruise (Florida Georgia Line)- Better just not say anything.
Album: Want: Crash My Party (Luke)- I like Luke. Will: Based on a True Story (Blake)/Same Trailer, Different Park (Kacey)/ or Crash My Party (Luke)- Really I could see any of these three winning.
Group Want: The Band Perry- They're on fire. Will: Little Big Town- Change isn't very common at these shows.
Duo Want: Love and Theft- I like them the best. Will: Florida Georgia Line- This is a joke.
Female Want: Carrie Underwood- She IS the most deserving nominee here, period. Will: Miranda Lambert- I guess it's an undeserved five-peat, love her, but undeserving.
Male Want: Luke Bryan or Jason Aldean- Either is deserving here, but I think Luke has the edge. Will: Blake Shelton- He'll reclaim the title after losing to Jason last year, or finger's crossed, that was a trend changer.
Entertainer Want: Carrie Underwood- Oh, wait! She's still the most deserving. Will: George Strait or Luke Bryan- They could go the send off route or award the reigning winner.
|
|
|
Post by countryfan4life on Feb 11, 2014 16:33:24 GMT -5
So basically the eligibility criteria is completely pointless, because the ACMs can decide to make exceptions whenever it suits their needs. This is real good for their credibility. I totally agree! It's unfair to the artists that actually meet the criteria. If they want to nominate artists that are practically veterans, but are just now breaking out, fine, but they really should change the name of this award and the criteria if they are going to continue to do this. I guess this explains why Thompson Square was nominated last year after winning Vocal Duo the previous year. It says in the rules that an artist/duo/band cannot be nominated in the new artist category if they won an award for male/female vocalist or vocal band/duo. I feel like the CMAs have done this in the past as well, but in the past 2 or 3 years they have been pretty good as far as winners go. ^ What made me laugh was his line "He has earned this nomination and we congratulate him". Like anybody thinks he's somehow not worthy. Obviously Justin is worthy, but he's been around for almost 6 years! Kip Moore shouldn't be on this list to me let alone Justin. I understand the argument he's making, but the criteria they pointed out which explained that Justin should technically be out of the equation. It's OK to nominate an artist who has broken through in the past 36 months. I agree with this too. He's obviously deserving and I am happy for him, but this nomination should have happened a while ago for him. I don't have a problem with Kip Moore being here though. It probably would have made more sense for him to be nominated last year, but I feel like he's still new enough to meet the criteria here this year as well.
|
|
14887fan
Diamond Member
Joined: November 2013
Posts: 11,256
|
Post by 14887fan on Feb 11, 2014 16:35:35 GMT -5
Okay, so the rules don't mean shit because the academy can ultimately do whatever they want if they think another artist is deserving of a nomination or win even though he/she/they may or may not suit the criteria.
At least we now have confirmation of what we all basically already knew.
|
|
carriekins
5x Platinum Member
With my mouth wide open in a whiskey rain, I could stand here 24 hours a day...
Joined: November 2011
Posts: 5,328
|
Post by carriekins on Feb 11, 2014 17:41:38 GMT -5
Well I appreciate them fully giving me a reason to think they're crap awards and truly have no meaning. No credibility, and now they have zero of my respect.
|
|