The nominees for the "40th Annual American Music Awards" were announced yesterday . . . The ceremony will air live on Sunday, November 18th . . . but until then, fans can vote for their favorites at AMAvote.com.

Favorite Male Artist - Country

--Jason Aldean

--Luke Bryan

--Eric Church

Favorite Female Artist - Country:

--Miranda Lambert

--Taylor Swift

--Carrie Underwood

Favorite Band, Duo or Group - Country:

--Zac Brown Band

--Lady Antebellum

--Rascal Flatts

Favorite Album - Country:

--"Tailgates & Tanlines",  Luke Bryan

--"Tuskegee",  Lionel Richie

--"Blown Away",  Carrie Underwood