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Lil' Wayne, Coldplay Showered With Grammy Nominations

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LOS ANGELES (Dec. 4) - Lil Wayne - the most prolific, ubiquitous and successful performer on today's music scene - was the most rewarded by the Recording Academy on Wednesday, receiving eight Grammy nominations including album of the year for "Tha Carter III."

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Grammy Nominations Concert

Actor LL Cool J (L) and singer Taylor Swift speak during the Grammy Nominations Concert Live rehearsals held at Nokia LA Live on December 2, 2008 in Los Angeles, California.

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Actor LL Cool J speaks during the Grammy Nominations Concert Live rehearsals held at Nokia LA Live on December 2, 2008 in Los Angeles, California.

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President of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences Neil Portnow (L) and singer Taylor Swift speak onstage during the Grammy Nominations Concert Live rehearsals held at Nokia LA Live on December 2, 2008 in Los Angeles, California.

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Actor LL Cool J speaks during the Grammy Nominations Concert Live rehearsals held at Nokia LA Live on December 2, 2008 in Los Angeles, California.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 02: An interior view of the GRAMMY Museum is seen at the GRAMMY Museum preview day at the GRAMMY Museum at Nokia Plaza at L.A. Live on December 2, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images)

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LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 02: Guests attend at the GRAMMY Museum preview day at the GRAMMY Museum at Nokia Plaza at L.A. Live on December 2, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images)

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LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 02: Opera singer Luciano Pavarotti's Dolce & Gabbana tuxedo is seen at the GRAMMY Museum preview day at the GRAMMY Museum at Nokia Plaza at L.A. Live on December 2, 2008 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Charley Gallay/Getty Images)

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Following close behind was Coldplay, whose "Viva La Vida" is one of the year's best-selling CDs. It was in album of the year contention, along with Radiohead for their groundbreaking CD "In Rainbows"; singer-songwriter Ne-Yo's "Year of the Gentleman"; and Robert Plant's collaboration with Alison Krauss, "Raising Sand."

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The nominations were announced in a brand-new format: with a live prime-time CBS concert special.

Coldplay and Plant & Krauss were also nominated in the coveted record of the year category for the respective songs "Viva La Vida" and "Please Read the Letter." Other record of the year nominees were British songstress Leona Lewis for "Bleeding Love"; another British newcomer, Adele, for chasing pavement; and M.I.A. for her breakthrough hit, "Paper Planes."

Some surprising omissions: Katy Perry, who had one of the year's biggest hits with "I Kissed a Girl," was shut out of the top categories, including record of the year and best new artist.

While Lil Wayne'e "Tha Carter III" was not regarded as his greatest CD, it was the album that made the highly regarded veteran a pop superstar, thanks to massive hits like "Lollipop" and "A Milli." The CD was the only record this year to sell 1 million copies in its first week.

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Good, Bad, OMG Fashions

Boobylicious: Her delicious derriere might be her best physical ass-et, but Ms. Lopez's revealing Versace gown in 2000 brought all eyes front and center. Double-sided tape is a girl's best friend.Photo by Scott Gries, Getty Images

Whoa, Kelly! A svelte Kelly Clarkson proved she's a bona fide star in this classy black dress which she wore to last year's Grammys. Perfectly accessorized with just a touch of bling and intentionally-mussed hair, she looked just plain glamorous.Photo byKevin Mazur Archive 1, WireImage.com

English Garden: Blue-eyed soul star Joss Stone was in full bloom in a playful Petro Zillia gown at the 2005 Grammy ceremony. She later took the stage barefoot in a purple gown to duet with Melissa Etheridge, but, as she arrived, she kept her perfectly-matched '70s-inspired heels on as she posed for the paparazzi before the show.Photo by Gregg DeGuire, WireImage.com

Winter White: Usher's trim outfit on last year's red carpet proved that white is indeed the new black ... but the look was derailed by his excessive jewels, including multiple gold necklaces which interfered with the crisp, clean lines of his ensemble.Weknow you can drop $1M on a watch, bro. You don't have to beat us over the head with it!Photo by Gregg DeGuire, WireImage.com

Sweat Pea: Last year, Fergie's 'Humps' hadn't yet become infamous, and she displayed them elegantly in a strapless, form-fitting gown with a flirty, flared hem. Here's hoping that her '07 choice isn't loaded up with 'iceys' or plastered with head-to-toe Louis Vuitton logos.Photo by Gregg DeGuire, WireImage.com

Pretty in Pink: Before she revealed her inner rock star to the world in '05, Hilary Duff walked the Grammy red carpet in a sugar-sweet shade of bubblegum pink. Although, the platinum hair and ultra-fair skin made the overall effect a little too 'Barbie doll.'Photo by Kevin Mazur Archive 1, WireImage.com

Fugly in Pink: While the colorful pop diva is usually applauded for her wild and crazy looks, the burlesque-leotard-space alien getup she wore in 2002 was just plain ridiculous. The Pussycat Dolls might be hiring, though. Pink would fit right in!Photo bySteve Granitz Archive 1, WireImage.com

Green Machines: These two OutKasts have become known for their eccentric and sometimes daring clothing choices, but these color-coordinated outfits just didn't work on the Grammy red carpet. The corduroy suit and blazer with jeans would have been fine, but, hey, it's not easy being green.Photo by Frederick M. Brown, Getty Images

Long N' Leggy: R&B diva Toni Braxton was only a breeze away from being X-rated in the ultra-revealing gown she wore to the 2001 Grammy ceremony. This barely-there creation belongs on the rack at Frederick's of Hollywood, not walking the red carpet.Photo by Kevin Mazur Archive 1, WireImage.com

Goddess Girl: If you want to look fantastic on the red carpet, study Beyonce. You are guaranteed to look stunning. This black and gold Roberto Cavalli dress, paired with perfect chandelier earrings and a chic updo, made Beyonce one of 2005's best-dressedGrammy girls.Photo by Gregg DeGuire, WireImage.com

Coldplay's "Viva La Vida" was its first album in three years, and was also a huge hit.

Radiohead's "In Rainbows" didn't break sales records, but was as revolutionary as it was critically acclaimed. It was first released last fall - not in stores, but a in a pay-as-you wish format on the band's Web site. It was an instant viral sensation, and also shook up the already beleaguered recording industry, which is struggling with its traditional business model (although Radiohead later released the album traditionally via a record label).

Plant linked up with Grammy darling and bluegrass artist Alison Krauss for a CD that pushed both in different musical directions, while Ne-Yo, who has produced several smashes for other artists, had success with "Year of the Gentleman."

Ne-Yo's frantic year certainly paid off for the artist, and now he has six nominations to show for it. "I was trying," he told PopEater. "I'm in great company for album of the year." Still, this isn't the highlight of his 2008 so far. "But best moment of the year? Barack Obama being elected."

Also nominated were The Jonas Brothers for the best new artist category. While they have already released two CDs, their latest, "A Little Bit Longer," was their biggest yet in their breakthrough year. The teen sensations join Duffy and Adele, both U.K. singers with a soul bent; singer-songwriter Jazmine Sullivan; and breakout country act Lady Antebellum.

The Recording Academy typically has announced nominations like most top awards shows, during a morning news conference. But in an era where awards shows are as commonplace as reality shows, even the top-tier events are finding it hard to stand out.

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Never Won a Grammy

Jessica Simpson: Somewhat lost in the shuffle of '90s pop divas, Jessica Simpson has yet to receive a statue, while Beyonce, Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears have all had multiple wins. Photo by Getty Images

50 Cent: The G-Unit head and Eminem protege has sold over 16 million albums and launched countless other successful franchises, but has yet to be honored by the Grammy community. Eminem, on the other hand, has won nine times. Photo by Kevin Winter, GettyImages

Led Zeppelin: 'Stairway to Heaven' may be one of the most referenced songs in pop-culture history, but the band that inspired everything from hair metal to 'Spinal Tap' to Wayne and Garth never won a Grammy.

Diana Ross: Despite 18 No. 1 singles and a career spanning four decades, the Motown icon doesn't have a Grammy statue for either her solo music or her work with the Supremes. Photo by ShowBizIreland / Getty Images

Backstreet Boys: It's true -- not a stitch of Grammy love has been given to one of the most successful boy bands in history. For the record, their rivals *NSYNC were also consistently snubbed despite their stellar record sales. Photo by Jimin Lai, AFP/ Getty Images

Tupac: The revered rapper and poet has surprisingly never had a Grammy win, posthumous or otherwise. Photo by Michel Haddi, Eyevine / ZUMA Press

Ciara: The Queen of Crunk 'n' B may have sold over five million albums in her young career, but Ciara's lone Grammy win was for someone else's song -- Best Short Form Music Video for her featured appearance in Missy Elliot's 'Lose Control' video.

Queen: The decadence of Queen's look and sound has had widespread influence on many Grammy winners -- George Michael, Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Flaming Lips all cite the band as an influence -- but Queen never won their own Grammy.

Jewel: Hootie & the Blowfish took home the Grammy for Best New Artist the year Jewel's first album, 'Pieces of You,' was released, and her bad Grammy luck has continued to this day.Photo by Mark Owens for AOL Music

Neil Young: Despite being one of the most consistent and prolific voices of his generation, neither Neil Young's solo work nor his accomplished group efforts (CSNY or Buffalo Springfield, anyone?) has ever won him a Grammy. Photo by Tim Mosenfelder, GettyImages

So they put on the prime-time event, which kicked off with past Grammy winner Mariah Carey singing a song from her classic Christmas album, decked out in a short red minidress to give some holiday cheer.

LL Cool J and Taylor Swift were the shows hosts. Swift, who at just 18 has become one of country and pop's best-selling stars, was a best-new artist nominee last year.

"The Grammy Nominations Concert Live! - Countdown to Music's Biggest Night," held at the Nokia Theatre, also celebrated the Saturday opening of the new Grammy Museum next door.

The Grammy Awards are scheduled for live broadcast on CBS on Feb 8. Last year's show drew 17.2 million viewers, making it one of the least-watched Grammys and continuing the trend of shrinking awards-show audiences.

2008-12-03 16:34:42

Dan Steinberg, AP

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Prk317

01:37 PMDec 07 2008

As a Bluesman myself, if Buddy Guys "Skin Deep" doesn't win Best Blues Album, there is something wrong here. I know thru my bro-in-law, Reese Wynans who played all of the keyboards in it that Buddy pulled off every solo in one take. With Derek Trucks, Susan Tedeschi and Eric Clapton sitting in,this is the best offer from Buddy in a long time.

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Hattie54

11:10 AMDec 07 2008

To all the Lil Wayne haters, I'm sure he'd love to let you all lick da' wrapper, lol. We'll see you chumps at the Grammys. Lil Wayne the GREATEST RAPPER ALIVE!He may not be around in ten years.He' ll get shot at most likely at some nightclub or casino.

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KnockBentFSU

08:33 PMDec 07 2008

To all the Lil Wayne haters, I'm sure he'd love to let you all lick da' wrapper, lol. We'll see you chumps at the Grammys. Lil Wayne the GREATEST RAPPER ALIVE!

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Hattie54

10:16 AMDec 06 2008

Rap music is " JUNGLE MUSIC " !!!

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Hattie54

10:15 AMDec 06 2008

I call rap music " JUNGLE MUSIC " !!!!

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Kellygrrrl98

07:29 PMDec 06 2008

Lil Wayne is one big black hole of suck...He's proof that a word salad tossed with a cut and paste beat will sell like hot cakes...and it's a pitiful shame...He also reminds me of why I'm glad that I was born and raised during the time when rap/hip hop had emcees that were storytellers instead of this tired crap that's so popular these days.

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Charmander1 Jr

03:25 PMDec 05 2008

VMANIC 1 05:49 PMDec 04 2008 Todays music so horrendous and the musical talent so watered down that, it really doesn't matter who wins. The Grammys are more of a popularity contest than anything else.yeah sorry, not EVERYBODY likes classical music...some of us are in the 21st century, not the 18th...please excuse some of us for being human and having an opinion that's different from yours...the music YOU listen to is SO much better..its too bad some of us wanna be awake when we listen to it, not falling asleep wishing someone would cut off our limbs and take us to a hospital so we don't have to hear it anymore

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Idolgirl360

07:24 PMDec 05 2008

wow...what about david archuleta?

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VMANIC 1

05:49 PMDec 04 2008

Todays music so horrendous and the musical talent so watered down that, it really doesn't matter who wins. The Grammys are more of a popularity contest than anything else.

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Enlightened211

01:03 PMDec 04 2008

If Lil' Wayne wins album of the year I'm gonna start a frickin riot. Radiohead made not only in my opinion, one of the best albums in their career, but one of the best albums I've heard in a very long time. I'm sick of people saying Lil' Wayne is good. He's not. He garbage. I'm sick of getting bombarded with this ********! When will people wake the fu@k up and quit buying this $hit so we don't have to hear it ever again!! Listen to independent artists people!

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