The American Music Awards, a show created by Dick Clark in the 70's, has released their nomination list for the upcoming 2009 awards show.  Nominations in the Contemporary Inspirational/Favorite Artist category included Jeremy Camp, Brandon Heath, and Mary Mary. Voting for the awards show is now open to the general public and votes can be placed by clicking here. The awards show, which honors artists in the

Competing against the likes of Francesca Battistelli, Ashley Cleveland, Brandon Heath, and rock group RED, Jars of Clay took home the award in the "Gospel/Contemporary Christian Album of the Year" competition at the Nashville Music Awards on October 7th 2009. Open to mainstream and Christian artists alike, the purpose of the NMA's is to recognize Nashville area residents for their contributions to music. Other CM artists nominated