How do you feel about amazing live performances? If you love them (and who doesn’t) you might want to watch the 2017 Billboard Music Awards. The night’s performers include Drake, Miley Cyrus, Florida Georgia Line, Lorde, John Legend, Nicki Minaj, Bruno Mars, Celine Dion, and the incomparable, Cher! That’s just some of the lineup you can expect. The night will celebrate the best in music from Beyonce to The Chainsmokers, both of which are nominated for multiple awards!
The 2017 Billboard Music Awards are set to air on ABC. The show starts at 8 p.m. ET with a two-hour pre-show happening on Twitter beforehand. If you plan to watch the pre-show and want to watch the show online when you’re done, you’ve got options. Whether you’re using cable or not, event shows from the Oscars to the 2017 Billboard Music Awards are easy to watch online!
So, how do you stream the Billboard Awards? There are plenty of apps and streaming services out there, but which ones can you use? Both cable and non-cable users can find ways to stream the Awards. Some of your best options include:
ABC GO — The Billboard Awards are on ABC so it makes sense to check out the ABC app first. You can watch online, with Roku, on Xbox, or with mobile devices. There are some free episodes, but for the live stream and newer episodes you will need to sign in with your cable provider.
If you have cable, one other thing you can do is check your cable company’s website for live options. Most companies offer a live TV setup online, so you can stream when not at home. You can watch on your computer or on mobile devices or some streaming devices, depending on your cable company.
What about cord cutters? How can you stream the Billboard Awards without cable?
DIRECTV NOW — DIRECTV NOW offers ABC in all their packages, though live stream access is limited to a select number of cities. Otherwise, you’ll have on-demand access with shows arriving the day after they air. DIRECTV NOW is available on most streaming devices though Roku access is not available. Packages start at $35/month with the first week free.
PlayStation Vue — PlayStation Vue starts at $30/month with on-demand local channel access or $40/month if you live in a city with live stream access. You can watch on PS3/PS4, Chromecast, Apple TV, and other devices. You can also login to TV Everywhere apps with your Vue login. A 5-day free trial is also available.
Sling TV — Sling TV offers packages starting at $20/month. To watch ABC, you also need the Broadcast Extra package, which is another $5/month. You’ll have 30+ popular channels though the only local option in this package is ABC. You can watch on all the major streaming and mobile devices. A 7-day free trial will kick off your membership!
That’s all there is to it. Watching the Billboard Music Awards online is easy thanks to the number of options you have. With free trials, if you’re a cord cutter you should be able to watch completely free. However you choose to watch, Happy Viewing!
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