Nashville, TN - The 15th Annual ICM Awards were held at the Trinity Music City USA Auditorium in Hendersonville, Tennessee. These awards honor the “Best of the Best” for artists performing Christian and Inspirational Country Music. Inspired by family, a genuine love for the music and faith, it was no surprise that The Roys were honored with the coveted “Vocal Duo of the Year” award at last night’s ceremony. Lee and Elaine Roy graciously accepted the award as they thanked Jesus, mom and dad and….Ricky Skaggs for all having a hand in inspiring them to follow their dream and create music from the heart. The 2009 ICM Awards will air in early November on TCT Networks, The Worship Network, Cornerstone TeleVision, NRB Network, My Family TV, CTS Television Canada, Angel Two Network, Total Living Network, Golden Eagle Broadcasting (Oral Roberts University) and DayStar Television Network. All reaching over 500 million people and/or subscribers in the United States, Canada and over 170 nations throughout the world. Details will follow for air times.
Photo credit: Bev Moser
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http://www.ccma.cc About The Roys Focused on creating their own music their own way, The Roys formed Pedestal Records in order to deliver their unique style of country music to fans.
“From the first song we recorded on our previous CD, to the new material we’re working on now, we stand behind our music 100 percent,” Lee says. “This represents us, from the bluegrass sound to traditional country to more contemporary sounds.”
“Everybody has a calling in life,” Elaine says. “Ours was inevitable from a very young age.” Lee adds, “We’re just your typical 15-year overnight sensation.” About ICM The annual Inspirational Country Music Awards are dedicated to honoring and showcasing the biggest names and emerging talent among artists who perform Christian and Inspirational Country music. Inspirational music is inspired by Faith, Family, and Country™. The member-voted ICM Awards Show is the keynote event of Inspirational Country Music Week (ICM Week), in Nashville, TN. The convention and show are presented by the 501C-3 not-for-profit corporation, founded in 1992, The Christian Country Music Association.
