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2008 Dove Awards Nominees Announced

Casting Crowns, Chris Tomlin, and Point of Grace will be among the Christian music artists vying for the coveted Artist of the Year title at this year's Dove Awards show.

Artist of the Year
Casting Crowns
The Clark Sisters
Natalie Grant
Point of Grace
Skillet
tobyMac
Chris Tomlin

New Artist of the Year
33 Miles
Austins Bridge
Group 1 Crew
Brandon Heath
Mandisa
Rush of Fools
DeWayne Woods

On the Web: The complete nominations list at www.doveawards.com.

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