The Christian rock band Third Day, was named favorite artist in the contemporary inspirational category at the annual American Music Awards on Sunday (Nov. 23). The band is listed among the winners on the awards’ Web site, which also included more details about them here.

Third Day is currently on tour so they missed being at the Los Angeles ceremony that aired live on ABC, but lead singer Mac Powell, said: “What an unbelievable honor to win an award in a category with such great friends. This is our first AMA win and it means so much to us because it’s voted on by fans and we’re certain we have the best fans anyone could ever ask for. Thank you for this tremendous honor.”

The other nominees for the category were Casting Crowns and MercyMe.

(Photo credit: www.thirdday.com)