The 40th American Music Awards

The 40th American Music Awards was held on November 18, 2012 at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. The awards recognized the most popular artists and albums from the year 2012. It was broadcast live on ABC. This year included a brand new category, Electronic Dance Music. Justin Bieber won all three of his nominations, Nicki Minaj won two and Rihanna won one of their four nominations, while Taylor Swift earned her 11th AMA

Winners

• Artist of the Year: Justin Bieber
• Sprint New Artist of the Year: Carly Rae Jepsen
• Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist: Justin Bieber
• Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist: Katy Perry
• Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group: Maroon 5
• Favorite Pop/Rock Album: “Believe” by Justin Bieber
• Favorite Country Male Artist: Luke Bryan
• Favorite Country Female Artist: Taylor Swift
• Favorite Country Band/Duo/Group: Lady Antebellum
• Favorite Country Album: “Blown Away” by Carrie Underwood
• Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist: Nicki Minaj
• Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album: “Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded” by Nicki Minaj
• Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist: Usher
• Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist: Beyoncé
• Favorite Soul/R&B Album: “Talk That Talk” by Rihanna
• Favorite Alternative/Rock Artist: Linkin Park
• Favorite Adult Contemporary Artist: Adele
• Favorite Latin Artist: Shakira
• Favorite Contemporary Inspirational Artist: tobyMac
• Favorite Electronic Dance Music: David Guetta

Usher - Medley (2012 American Music Award)

Carly Rae Jepsen - This Kiss & Call Me Maybe Live American Music Awards 2012

The Wanted - I Found You Live American Music Awards 2012

Kelly Clarkson - Medley Live American Music Awards 2012

Ke$ha - Die Young Live American Music Awards 2012

No Doubt - Looking Hot Live American Music Awards 2012

Taylor Swift - I Know You Were Trouble Live American Music Awards 2012

Linkin Park - Burn It Down Live American Music Awards 2012

Nicki Minaj - Freedom Live American Music Awards 2012

P!nk - Try Live American Music Awards 2012

Justin Bieber - As Long As You Love Me & Beauty And A Beat Live American Music Awards 2012

Christina Aguilera - Lotus, Army Of Me & Let There Be Love Live American Music Awards 2012

Pitbull - Don't Stop the Party & Feel This Moment Live American Music Awards 2012

Carrie Underwood - Two Black Cadillacs Live American Music Awards 2012

Swizz Beatz With Chris Brown & Ludacris - Everyday Birthday (Live 2012 American Music Awards)

Stevie Wonder - A Tribute to Dick Clark (Live 2012 American Music Awards)

PSY (With Special Guest MC Hammer) - Gangnam Style (Live 2012 American Music Awards)