How to stream the 2020 American Music Awards

Last updated: February 4, 2021

As one of the few awards shows where viewers pick the winners, the 2020 American Music Awards (AMAs) aired on November 22, at 8 p.m. EST on ABC. You can watch the AMAs every year live with a VPN.

How do I stream the AMAs?

Since 1974, ABC has hosted the American Music Awards. The best way to watch the AMAs is through ABC Live.

You can stream the American Music Awards while securing your connection with a VPN.

Here’s how to watch the AMAs live with a VPN:

1. Get ExpressVPN.
2. Connect to any ExpressVPN server location in the U.S.
3. Head to http://abc.go.com/watch-live.
4. Follow the prompts to enter your (or your family’s) cable provider.
5. Stream the AMAs in real time!

You can also watch the American Music Awards with a cord-cutting service. YouTube TV, AT&T TV Now, and Hulu all carry ABC.

• How to stream the American Music Awards on YouTube TV
• How to stream the American Music Awards on AT&T TV Now
• How to stream the American Music Awards on Hulu
• Live stream the American Music Awards on fuboTV

Watch the American Music Awards live online with YouTube TV

Price: 65 USD/month

YouTube TV carries ABC, and offers a five-day free trial.

Note that you may need to supply a valid U.S. postal code (e.g., 10012, 48104).

To watch the AMAs live on YouTube TV:

1. Get ExpressVPN.
2. Connect to a server location in the U.S.
3. Go to YouTube TV and sign up.
4. Kick back and enjoy!

Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.

Watching on mobile? Fire up the YouTube TV app on your Android or iOS device.

Learn more about watching YouTube with ExpressVPN.

Watch the American Music Awards on AT&T TV Now

Price: 55 USD/month and up

AT&T TV Now gives you access to all the major U.S. networks, and it also offers a seven-day free trial. You will need to provide a valid U.S. address and credit card.

To watch the AMAs lives on AT&T TV Now:

1. Get ExpressVPN.
2. Connect to a server location in the U.S.
3. Go to AT&T TV Now and sign up.
4. Settle in and enjoy!

Live stream the American Music Awards on Hulu

Price: 55 USD/month and up

Hulu with Live TV is another way to catch the AMAs and offers a seven-day free trial. You may need to supply a valid U.S. postal code (e.g., 10012, 48104) and credit card.

To watch the AMAs live online on Hulu:

1. Get ExpressVPN.
2. Connect to a server location in the U.S.
3. Go to Hulu and select a plan.
4. Get ready to rock out!

Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.

Watching on mobile? Fire up the Hulu app on your Android or iOS device.

Learn more about watching Hulu with ExpressVPN.

Live stream the American Music Awards on fuboTV

Price: 65 USD/month and up

fuboTV is primarily geared toward sports fans, but also includes many news and entertainment channels. It’s another way to catch the awards and offers a seven-day free trial. You may need to supply a valid U.S. postal code (e.g., 10012, 48104) and channels will be tailored to your server location.

To watch the awards live online on fuboTV:

1. Get ExpressVPN.
2. Connect to a server location in the U.S.
3. Go to fuboTV and select a plan.
4. Watch the show!

Watching on a computer? For the best streaming experience, use the ExpressVPN browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.

Watching on mobile? Fire up fuboTV on your Android or iOS device.

Learn more about watching fuboTV with ExpressVPN.

Who performed at the 2020 AMAs?

From pop to R&B, hip-hop to alternative, the AMAs feature the best musical talent, from around the globe.

This year, BTS performed their TV debut of lead single “Life Goes On” from the forthcoming album BE (Deluxe Edition). Many other nominees are also expected to perform during the event.

Who were the AMA nominees in 2020?

While the AMAs feature more than 25 different awards, the two most important categories have been Artist of the Year and New Artist of the Year. This year, The Weeknd and Roddy Ricch led the group with eight nominations apiece, while Megan Thee Stallion is followed close behind with five. Perennial favorites like Taylor Swift, Beyonce, and Ariana Grande are all in the mix, too.

The full list of 2020 AMA nominees

Artist of the Year

• Justin Bieber
• Post Malone
• Roddy Ricch
• Taylor Swift
• The Weeknd

New Artist of the Year

• Lewis Capaldi
• Doja Cat
• DaBaby
• Lil Baby
• Roddy Ricch
• Megan Thee Stallion

Collaboration of the Year

• Cardi B ft. Megan Thee Stallion, “WAP”
• DaBaby ft. Roddy Ricch, “Rockstar”
• Dan + Shay with Justin Bieber, “10,000 Hours”
• Lady Gaga & Ariana Grande, “Rain On Me”
• Megan Thee Stallion ft. Beyonce, “Savage Remix”

Favorite Social Artist

• BTS
• Billie Eilish EXO
• Ariana Grande NCT 127

Favorite Music Video

• Doja Cat, “Say So”
• Future ft. Drake, “Life Is Good”
• Lady Gaga & Ariana Grande, “Rain On Me”
• Taylor Swift, “cardigan”
• The Weeknd, “Blinding Lights”

Favorite Male Artist – Pop/Rock

• Justin Bieber
• Post Malone
• The Weeknd

Favorite Female Artist – Pop/Rock

• Dua Lipa
• Lady Gaga
• Taylor Swift

Favorite Duo or Group – Pop/Rock

• BTS
• Jonas Brothers
• Maroon 5

Favorite Album – Pop/Rock

• Harry Styles, “Fine Line”
• Taylor Swift, “folklore”
• The Weeknd, “After Hours”

Favorite Song – Pop/Rock

• Lewis Capaldi, “Someone You Loved”
• Dua Lipa, “Don’t Start Now”
• Post Malone, “Circles”
• Roddy Ricch, “The Box”
• The Weeknd, “Blinding Lights”

Favorite Male Artist – Country

• Kane Brown
• Luke Combs
• Morgan Wallen

Favorite Female Artist – Country

• Gabby Barrett
• Miranda Lambert
• Maren Morris

Favorite Duo or Group – Country

• Dan + Shay
• Florida Georgia Line
• Old Dominion

Favorite Album – Country

• Luke Combs, “What You See Is What You Get”
• Blake Shelton, “Fully Loaded: God’s Country”
• Morgan Wallen, “If I Know Me”

Favorite Song – Country

• Dan + Shay with Justin Bieber. “10,000 Hours”
• Maren Morris. “The Bones”
• Blake Shelton (Duet with Gwen Stefani). “Nobody But You”

Favorite Male Artist – Rap/Hip-hop

• DaBaby
• Juice WRLD
• Roddy Ricch

Favorite Female Artist – Rap/Hip-hop

• Cardi B
• Nicki Minaj
• Megan Thee Stallion

Favorite Album – Rap/Hip-hop

• Lil Baby, “My Turn”
• Lil Uzi Vert, “Eternal Atake”
• Roddy Ricch, “Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial”

Favorite Song – Rap/Hip-hop

• Cardi B ft. Megan Thee Stallion, “WAP”
• DaBaby ft. Roddy Ricch, “Rockstar”
• Roddy Ricch, “The Box”

Favorite Male Artist – Soul/R&B

• Chris Brown
• John Legend
• The Weeknd

Favorite Female Artist – Soul/R&B

• Jhene Aiko
• Doja Cat
• Summer Walker

Favorite Album – Soul/R&B

• Doja Cat “Hot Pink”
• Summer Walker “Over It”
• The Weeknd “After Hours”

Favorite Song – Soul/R&B

• Chris Brown ft. Drake, “No Guidance”
• Summer Walker, “Playing Games”
• The Weeknd, “Heartless”

Favorite Male Artist – Latin

• Bad Bunny
• J Balvin
• Ozuna

Favorite Female Artist – Latin

• Becky G
• KAROL G
• Rosalia

Favorite Album – Latin

• Anuel AA, “Emmanuel”
• Bad Bunny, “Las que no iban a salir”
• Bad Bunny, “YHLQMDLG”

Favorite Song – Latin

• Bad Bunny, “Vete”
• Black Eyed Peas X J Balvin, “Ritmo (Bad Boys for Life)”
• Karol G & Nicki Minaj, “Tusa”

Favorite Artist – Alternative Rock

• Billie Eilish
• Tame Impala
• twenty one pilots

Favorite Artist – Adult Contemporary

• Lewis Capaldi
• Jonas Brothers
• Maroon 5

Favorite Artist – Contemporary Inspirational

• Lauren Daigle
• for KING & COUNTRY
• Kanye West

Favorite Artist – Electronic Dance Music (EDM)

• Kygo
• Lady Gaga
• Marshmello

Favorite Soundtrack

• “Birds of Prey: The Album”
• “Frozen II”
• “Trolls: World Tour”

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