Country Music Awards

From Las Vegas the 42nd Academy of

Country Music Awards 2007

"We want to say thanks to all the artists that inspire us every day. We love country music. Thanks to country radio, and to the country fans, you guys gave us a career. God bless y’all." -- Karen Fairchild

"We still love what we’re doing, and y’all are awesome. Fans out there and radio, thanks for supporting us. It’s still as much fun as it’s ever been. We’re gonna keep doing it." -- Kix Brooks

"Thank you, guys. My family ... my band and crew, I love you guys.

You make it worth it. ... God and, most of all, the fans. Thank you

so much." -- Miranda Lambert

Miranda Lambert New Female Vocalist

Taylor Swift

AND THE WINNERS ARE:

Entertainer: Kenny Chesney.

Male Vocalist: Brad Paisley.

Female Vocalist: Carrie Underwood.

Vocal Group: Rascal Flatts.

Vocal Duo: Brooks & Dunn.

New Male Vocalist: Rodney Atkins.

New Female Vocalist: Miranda Lambert.

New Duo or Vocal Group: Little Big Town.

Album: ''Some Hearts,'' Carrie Underwood

Single record: ''Give It Away,'' George Strait.

Song of the Year: ''Give It Away,'' George Strait.

Video of the Year: ''Before He Cheats,'' Carrie Underwood, Randy Brewer, Roman White.

Vocal Event of the Year: ''Building Bridges,'' Brooks & Dunn with Vince Gill and Sheryl Crow.