In a statement from show producers MRC Live & Alternative they said, “Morgan Wallen is a nominee this year based on charting. As his conduct does not align with our core values, we will not be including him on the show in any capacity (performing, presenting, accepting). We plan to evaluate his progress in doing meaningful work as an ally to the Black community and will consider his participation in future shows.”

The AMA winners are determined by fan votes and will be announced live from Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on November 21st on ABC.

Other nominations in Country are:

Favorite Male Country Artist

• Chris Stapleton
• Jason Aldean
• Luke Bryan
• Luke Combs
• Morgan Wallen

Favorite Female Country Artist

• Carrie Underwood
• Gabby Barrett
• Kacey Musgraves
• Maren Morris
• Miranda Lambert

Favorite Country Duo or Group

• Dan + Shay
• Florida Georgia Line
• Lady A
• Old Dominion
• Zac Brown Band

Favorite Country Album

• Chris Stapleton Starting Over
• Gabby Barrett Goldmine
• Lee Brice Hey World
• Luke Bryan Born Here Live Here Die Here
• Morgan Wallen Dangerous: The Double Album

Favorite Country Song

• Chris Stapleton “Starting Over”
• Chris Young & Kane Brown “Famous Friends”
• Gabby Barrett “The Good Ones”
• Luke Combs “Forever After All”
• Walker Hayes “Fancy Like”