Adele has earned six Grammy Award nominations including the award show’s major categories, album of the year, record of the year and song of the year.
However, the Brit with the powerhouse voice was not the top nominee as Kanye West snagged the most recognition with seven nominations, many of which stem from ‘Watch the Throne’, his collaborations with Jay-Z, People magazine reported.
This year, like last, the Grammys spread the wealth across genres, with rockers Foo Fighters and R and B crooner Bruno Mars each picking up six nominations.
Rapper Lil Wayne and electronic dance jam pioneer Skrillex, were not far behind as both pulled in five nominations, while indie rocker Bon Iver, Nicki Minaj, Mumford and Sons and Rihanna each earned four nominations.
Bon Iver, a new face at the Grammys, was also nominated for best new artist alongside The Band Perry, J. Cole, Minaj and Skrillex.
Many of the major nominations were announced during an hour-long CBS special hosted by LL Cool J from L.A.’s Club Nokia.
Lady Gaga kicked off the night with a haute Halloween-style performance of her new single ‘Marry the Night’, whereas Rihanna, Sugarland, fronted by the recently married Jennifer Nettles, Jason Aldean and Ludacris also stepped up to the stage.
The 54th Annual Grammy Awards will air live on 12th February on CBS from L.A.’s Staples Center.
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