Academy of Country Music Awards 2001 Recap

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The Academy of Country Music Awards were held at the Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles on May 9, 2001. The show was hosted this year by LeAnn Rimes. I must say that when I first heard that she was the choice, I was not impressed, however after watching the show, I think she did a fine job for someone that has never hosted anything before.

The show got on the road with a performance by Toby Keith, who sang his next single, "I'm Just Talking About Tonight," which is from his upcoming release, Pull My Chain.

Next, LeAnn brought up that she was nervous, and this was her first time hosting a show. She also commented on her recent contract problems and said she had a song about it. She then said she would borrow a song made famous by Kenny Rogers, and sang a little parody of

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"Lucille," talking about all the rumors about her. At the end, she opened her jacket so people could read the lettering on her shirt that said "Daddy." It was a cute song, and I think it helped put people at ease with her as a new host. She did it well.

Trace Adkins and Access Hollywood's Nancy O'Dell presented the first award for Vocal Group.

The winner was:
The Dixie Chicks

Martie was the only "Chick" in attendance, and she made it clear that she's not going solo, and she felt naked there without her best friends. She then showed a picture of Natalie and Adrian's new baby, "Jack Slade," and thanked the fans for understanding that family comes first, and also thanked them for allowing them this long hiatus.

Billy Gilman came out next to sing his new single, "She's My Girl."

Next Brooks & Dunn came out and sang their latest single, "Ain't Nothin' 'Bout You."

Tracy Byrd & Mark Chesnutt presented Song of the Year Award.

The winner was:
Lee Ann Womack with "I Hope You Dance,"
written by Mark D. Sanders & Tia Sillers.

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