The American Music Award Nominees were announced on September 20, 2005. The show will be live from the Shrine Auditorium on November 22, 2005, and broadcast on ABC from 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm.
Below are the American Music Award Nominees in the Country Category.
Favorite Male Artist:
- Kenny Chesney
- Toby Keith
- Tim McGraw
Favorite Female Artist:
- Martina McBride
- LeAnn Rimes
- Gretchen Wilson
Favorite Band, Duo or Group:
- Big & Rich
- Brooks & Dunn
- Rascal Flatts
Favorite Album:
- "Honkytonk University," Toby Keith
- "Live Like You Were Dying," Tim McGraw
- "Here for the Party," Gretchen Wilson
Favorite New Artist (All Genres):
- The Killers
- Jesse McCartney
- Sugarland