American Music Awards nominations announced

Taylor Swift performed during last year's American Music Awards (AP Photo by Matt Sayles)

The 2009 American Music Awards nominations were announced Tuesday, and Taylor Swift and Michael Jackson garnered the most nods.

Swift was nominations six times, and Michael Jackson received five nominations.

I was surprised to see the late M.J. on the nominations list because he didn’t release new music this year.  But I’m not one to argue.

So far, the musicians scheduled to perform are Alicia Keys, Adam Lambert, Jennifer Lopez and Black Eyed Peas.

The show will air Nov. 22. The nominations are posted below.

Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist
Eminem
Michael Jackson
T.I.

Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist
Beyonce
Lady Gaga
Taylor Swift

Favorite Pop/Rock Band, Duo or Group
Black Eyed Peas
Kings of Leon
Nickelback

Favorite Pop/Rock Album
Lady Gaga / Fame
Michael Jackson / Number Ones
Taylor Swift / Fearless

Favorite Country Male Artist
Jason Aldean
Darius Rucker
Keith Urban