When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreCarrie Underwood performs at the 2022 American Music Awards.Kevin Winter/Getty ImagesThe American Music Awards, or AMAs, are back to celebrate their 50th anniversary. We'll show you everything you need to know about where to watch the American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special, including what channel it airs on and how to live stream it without cable.Created by Dick Clark in 1974, the AMAs have become one of the biggest fan-voted music awards shows.