Alan was honored before a crowd of songwriters, artists and publishers for two of his songs, “A Woman’s Love” and “Small Town Southern Man.” Among the stars in attendance were Kellie Pickler, Rascal Flatts, Martina McBride and Dierks Bentley. Reba McEntire was also honored with a Golden Note Award, presented to artists who have achieved “extraordinary career milestones.” The Songwriter of the Year award was given to Dave Berg, who wrote Blake Shelton’s “Don’t Make Me,” Emerson Drive’s “Moments” and several others. “Good Directions” by Billy Currington was named the year’s top song.