The MTV Video Music Awards (VMA) are back, and this year, history is being made with an all-female lineup dominating the nominations for the coveted Artist of the Year category. The star-studded event, set to take place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, and hosted by the incomparable Nicki Minaj, promises a night filled with music, celebration, and a tribute to 50 years of hip-hop.

For the first time in VMA history, only women are nominated for the Artist of the Year category. The nominees include music giants Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Doja Cat, Nicki Minaj, Karol G, and Shakira, all vying for the night's top honour.

Minaj, who co-hosted last year alongside Lil Wayne and Jack Harlow, takes the stage as the solo host this year, bringing her unique style and energy to the event.

The VMAs have something special in store for hip-hop fans as they celebrate 50 years of this influential genre. A star-studded, multi-generational finale performance is set to feature legends like DMC, Doug E. Fresh, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, LL Cool J, and Nicki Minaj, promising a spectacular musical journey through hip-hop history.

The VMAs kick off at 8 pm EDT/PDT on Tuesday and will be broadcast on MTV, with simulcasts on BET, BET Her, CMT, Comedy Central, Logo, MTV2, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network, Pop, TVLand, and VH1. The show will also air in Spanish on UniMás.

Taylor Swift leads the nominations with eight, including seven for her "Anti-Hero" music video and a nod in the Artist of the Year category. Following closely is SZA with six nominations.&nbsp;

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This year, a record number of first-time nominees—35 in total—will grace the VMA stage. Artists like Kim Petras, Metro Boomin’, and Rema, with three nominations each, join this exciting group. Reneé Rapp, Aespa, Burna Boy, Davido, Eslabon Armado, FIFTY FIFTY, PinkPantheress, Saucy Santana, Stephen Sanchez, and Toosii are among the debut nominees, adding a fresh and dynamic element to the awards show.

Shakira, an international sensation, will receive the prestigious Video Vanguard Award, an honour previously bestowed upon luminaries like Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, and Missy Elliott. Shakira will also grace the stage with a performance, promising an unforgettable moment in VMA history.

Another notable honouree is Diddy, who will receive the Global Icon Award and make his first VMA performance appearance since 2005. He joins the ranks of previous recipients, including the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 2022 and the Foo Fighters in 2021.

The VMA lineup promises to be a musical extravaganza, featuring performances from some of the industry's biggest stars, including Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion, Anitta, Demi Lovato, Fall Out Boy, Peso Pluma, Doja Cat, Karol G, Kelsea Ballerini, Måneskin, Olivia Rodrigo, Stray Kids, Tomorrow X Together, and many more.

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The MTV Video Music Awards (VMA) are back, and this year, history is being made with an all-female lineup dominating the nominations for the coveted Artist of the Year category.

The MTV Video Music Awards (VMA) are back, and this year, history is being made with an all-female lineup dominating the nominations for the coveted Artist of the Year category. The star-studded event, set to take place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, and hosted by the incomparable Nicki Minaj, promises a night filled with music, celebration, and a tribute to 50 years of hip-hop. For the first time in VMA history, only women are nominated for the Artist of the Year category. The nominees include music giants Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Doja Cat, Nicki Minaj, Karol G, and Shakira, all vying for the night's top honour. Minaj, who co-hosted last year alongside Lil Wayne and Jack Harlow, takes the stage as the solo host this year, bringing her unique style and energy to the event. The VMAs have something special in store for hip-hop fans as they celebrate 50 years of this influential genre. A star-studded, multi-generational finale performance is set to feature legends like DMC, Doug E. Fresh, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, LL Cool J, and Nicki Minaj, promising a spectacular musical journey through hip-hop history. The VMAs kick off at 8 pm EDT/PDT on Tuesday and will be broadcast on MTV, with simulcasts on BET, BET Her, CMT, Comedy Central, Logo, MTV2, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network, Pop, TVLand, and VH1. The show will also air in Spanish on UniMás. Taylor Swift leads the nominations with eight, including seven for her "Anti-Hero" music video and a nod in the Artist of the Year category. Following closely is SZA with six nominations. Also read: Barbie to soon get its digital release: When and where to stream Margot Robbie-Ryan Gosling's film This year, a record number of first-time nominees—35 in total—will grace the VMA stage. Artists like Kim Petras, Metro Boomin’, and Rema, with three nominations each, join this exciting group. Reneé Rapp, Aespa, Burna Boy, Davido, Eslabon Armado, FIFTY FIFTY, PinkPantheress, Saucy Santana, Stephen Sanchez, and Toosii are among the debut nominees, adding a fresh and dynamic element to the awards show. Shakira, an international sensation, will receive the prestigious Video Vanguard Award, an honour previously bestowed upon luminaries like Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, and Missy Elliott. Shakira will also grace the stage with a performance, promising an unforgettable moment in VMA history. Another notable honouree is Diddy, who will receive the Global Icon Award and make his first VMA performance appearance since 2005. He joins the ranks of previous recipients, including the Red Hot Chili Peppers in 2022 and the Foo Fighters in 2021. The VMA lineup promises to be a musical extravaganza, featuring performances from some of the industry's biggest stars, including Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion, Anitta, Demi Lovato, Fall Out Boy, Peso Pluma, Doja Cat, Karol G, Kelsea Ballerini, Måneskin, Olivia Rodrigo, Stray Kids, Tomorrow X Together, and many more. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Taylor Swift made history at this year's&nbsp;MTV's annual Video Music Awards. The singer who showed up in a shiny ensemble&nbsp;covered with silver diamonds, won&nbsp;the biggest honour of the night- the&nbsp;VMAs video of the year award for Taylor’s version of&nbsp;'All Too Well'.

With this win, Swift has become the first singer in the&nbsp;history of the VMAs to win the top honour three times. Before this, she won the&nbsp;award in 2015 for 'Bad Blood' and the second time in 2019 for 'You Need To Calm Down.'

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Taylor also made sure to make thel win a&nbsp;memorable&nbsp;one. So, during her acceptance speech, Swift surprised fans by announcing a new music album that will be released on&nbsp;October 21 this year.

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"We wouldn't have been able to make this short film if it weren't for you, the fans," she said during her emotional acceptance speech.&nbsp;

“I thought it would be a fun moment to tell you that my brand new album comes out Oct. 21,” Swift said.&nbsp;

Watch her full acceptance speech here:

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Swift has also made history by becoming the first&nbsp;artist to win an award in the Best Direction category for&nbsp;the song “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version)”

Later, she shared the first poster of her forthcoming album titled 'Midnights'. She tweeted, ''Midnights, the stories of 13 sleepless nights scattered throughout my life, will be out October 21. Meet me at midnight.''

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Taylor Swift made history at this year's MTV's annual Video Music Awards. The singer who showed up in a shiny ensemble covered with silver diamonds, won the biggest honour of the night- the VMAs video of the year award for Taylor’s version of 'All Too Well'.

Taylor Swift made history at this year's MTV's annual Video Music Awards. The singer who showed up in a shiny ensemble covered with silver diamonds, won the biggest honour of the night- the VMAs video of the year award for Taylor’s version of 'All Too Well'. With this win, Swift has become the first singer in the history of the VMAs to win the top honour three times. Before this, she won the award in 2015 for 'Bad Blood' and the second time in 2019 for 'You Need To Calm Down.' Johnny Depp makes hilarious appearance as Moon Man at MTV VMAs, 'I needed the work' Taylor also made sure to make thel win a memorable one. So, during her acceptance speech, Swift surprised fans by announcing a new music album that will be released on October 21 this year. 🚨 | #WATCH Taylor Swift announces a brand new album is coming October 21st in her acceptance speech for Video of the Year #VMAs pic.twitter.com/MRUW5micid — Taylor Swift News (@TSwiftNZ) August 29, 2022 × "We wouldn't have been able to make this short film if it weren't for you, the fans," she said during her emotional acceptance speech. “I thought it would be a fun moment to tell you that my brand new album comes out Oct. 21,” Swift said. Watch her full acceptance speech here: CONGRATULATIONS, @taylorswift13!!! 🥳️ "All Too Well" by Taylor Swift is our 2022 #VMA Video of the Year! pic.twitter.com/H7obWaYzej — Video Music Awards (@vmas) August 29, 2022 × Swift has also made history by becoming the first artist to win an award in the Best Direction category for the song “All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version)” Later, she shared the first poster of her forthcoming album titled 'Midnights'. She tweeted, ''Midnights, the stories of 13 sleepless nights scattered throughout my life, will be out October 21. Meet me at midnight.'' Midnights, the stories of 13 sleepless nights scattered throughout my life, will be out October 21. Meet me at midnight. Pre-order now: https://t.co/jjqUNkphuG pic.twitter.com/Fh96zK8vro — Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) August 29, 2022 ×

Taylor Swift makes history! Wins VMAs video of the year, announces new album

In just a few days, BLACKPINK fans will get to see&nbsp;Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa performing live on the stage of the 2022 MTV VMAs in their cool outfits. On Thursday, they took a flight from South Korea’s Incheon International Airport and jetted off for the United States. Once they land, they will begin the prep and rehearsals so that they ace the final act on August 28.

Coming to their airport looks, Rosé opted for a comfy yet chic OOTD. In a black top and baggy brown trousers, the diva looked every bit gorgeous.

Jennie was spotted donning a white shirt dress along with black boots. Lisa, on the other hand, opted for the classic and trusty combination of a white T-shirt with blue jeans. Lastly, Jisoo channelled her inner fashionista in a black and white short dress. Take a look!

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Other than BLACKPINK, Lizzo, Jack Harlow and Måneskin will also perform at the prestigious award ceremony that celebrates the best of music.

BLACKPINK will be taking over the VMAs stage for the first time. They have been nominated for best metaverse performance this year. Meanwhile, soloist LISA is nominated for best K-pop category.

BLACKPINK recently released&nbsp;their song ‘Pink Venom’. Their second full-length album ‘BORN PINK’ will release&nbsp;on September 16.&nbsp;

After the album release, the girl group will embark on a world tour in October.

In just a few days, BLACKPINK fans will get to see Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa performing live on the stage of the 2022 MTV VMAs in their cool outfits. On Thursday, they took a flight from South Korea’s Incheon International Airport and jetted off for the United States.

In just a few days, BLACKPINK fans will get to see Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa performing live on the stage of the 2022 MTV VMAs in their cool outfits. On Thursday, they took a flight from South Korea’s Incheon International Airport and jetted off for the United States. Once they land, they will begin the prep and rehearsals so that they ace the final act on August 28. Coming to their airport looks, Rosé opted for a comfy yet chic OOTD. In a black top and baggy brown trousers, the diva looked every bit gorgeous. Jennie was spotted donning a white shirt dress along with black boots. Lisa, on the other hand, opted for the classic and trusty combination of a white T-shirt with blue jeans. Lastly, Jisoo channelled her inner fashionista in a black and white short dress. Take a look! there they are <3 🥹 HAVE A SAFE FLIGHT BLACKPINK !!! go and rock the VMAs stage, queens 👑 AIRPORT SLAYER ROSÉ JENNIE RUNWAY TO VMAS LISA ROAD TO VMAs JISOO AIRPORT GODDESS BLACKPINK SAFE SKIES TO VMAS pic.twitter.com/TA8oh6clv9 — ً (@lalieslay) August 25, 2022 Also read: US Navy officers perform 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' song at dinner, here's how Karan Johar reacted Other than BLACKPINK, Lizzo, Jack Harlow and Måneskin will also perform at the prestigious award ceremony that celebrates the best of music. BLACKPINK will be taking over the VMAs stage for the first time. They have been nominated for best metaverse performance this year. Meanwhile, soloist LISA is nominated for best K-pop category. BLACKPINK recently released their song ‘Pink Venom’. Their second full-length album ‘BORN PINK’ will release on September 16. After the album release, the girl group will embark on a world tour in October.

BLACKPINK members Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, Lisa flaunt gorgeous airport looks ahead of 2022 MTV VMAs performance

2022 MTV Video Music Awards is just around the corner and music lovers are waiting to see their favourite singers and musicians get felicitated with the prestigious honour. What's more exciting is that the award ceremony has a great lineup for its audience. As per reports,&nbsp;Lizzo, BLACKPINK, Jack Harlow and Måneskin are going to perform at this year's Video Music Awards ceremony, which is scheduled for August&nbsp;28 at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Lizzo will be taking over the stage of the VMAs this year to perform sing '2 Be Loved'&nbsp;from her new album 'Special'.&nbsp;The singer is also nominated in four categories, including artist of the year and song of the year for 'About Damn Time'.

Jack Harlow is returning to the VMAs for&nbsp;his second performance. Last year, he performed on the stage with&nbsp;Lil Nas X. The 'First Class'&nbsp;rapper is nominated&nbsp;for seven awards this year, including video of the year for his track 'Industry Baby'.

The highlight of 2022 VMAs will undoubtedly be debut performances from two popular international groups Måneskin and BLACKPINK.

BLACKPINK will take the VMAs stage for the first time ever at this year's ceremony. The first-ever K-pop girl group to win a Moon Person has been nominated for best metaverse performance this year. Meanwhile,&nbsp; soloist LISA is also nominated for best K-pop category.

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The Italian band that won Eurovision 2021, Måneskin, is all set to perform at the VMAs for the first time. This year, they will present a rendition of their chart-topping alternative hit 'SUPERMODEL'.&nbsp;The group is nominated for best new artist and best alternative at the award ceremony.

Anitta, Marshmello x Khalid, J Balvin and Panic! at the Disco will also be performing at the prestigious award ceremony this year.

MTV announced earlier this month that Nicki Minaj will be receiving&nbsp;the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the 2022 VMAs. And, she will also hit the stage for a power-packed performance.

2022 MTV Video Music Awards is just around the corner and music lovers are waiting to see their favourite singers and musicians get felicitated with the prestigious honour.

2022 MTV Video Music Awards is just around the corner and music lovers are waiting to see their favourite singers and musicians get felicitated with the prestigious honour. What's more exciting is that the award ceremony has a great lineup for its audience. As per reports, Lizzo, BLACKPINK, Jack Harlow and Måneskin are going to perform at this year's Video Music Awards ceremony, which is scheduled for August 28 at Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Lizzo will be taking over the stage of the VMAs this year to perform sing '2 Be Loved' from her new album 'Special'. The singer is also nominated in four categories, including artist of the year and song of the year for 'About Damn Time'. Jack Harlow is returning to the VMAs for his second performance. Last year, he performed on the stage with Lil Nas X. The 'First Class' rapper is nominated for seven awards this year, including video of the year for his track 'Industry Baby'. The highlight of 2022 VMAs will undoubtedly be debut performances from two popular international groups Måneskin and BLACKPINK. BLACKPINK will take the VMAs stage for the first time ever at this year's ceremony. The first-ever K-pop girl group to win a Moon Person has been nominated for best metaverse performance this year. Meanwhile, soloist LISA is also nominated for best K-pop category. Also read: Adele quashes rumours of engagement with Rich Paul The Italian band that won Eurovision 2021, Måneskin, is all set to perform at the VMAs for the first time. This year, they will present a rendition of their chart-topping alternative hit 'SUPERMODEL'. The group is nominated for best new artist and best alternative at the award ceremony. Anitta, Marshmello x Khalid, J Balvin and Panic! at the Disco will also be performing at the prestigious award ceremony this year. MTV announced earlier this month that Nicki Minaj will be receiving the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at the 2022 VMAs. And, she will also hit the stage for a power-packed performance.

BLACKPINK, Lizzo, Jack Harlow and more to perform at MTV VMAs 2022

Taylor Swift picked up two awards, including video of the year, in a girl-powered start to the MTV Video Music Awards show on Monday, while rapper Cardi B won best hip-hop video and newcomer Lizzo celebrated big women. 
 
Swift opened the show with a rainbow-themed performance of her pro-LGBTQ single 'You Need to Calm Down,'&nbsp;followed by her first live performance of the romantic ballad 'Lover,'&nbsp;the lead single from her new, and already best-selling, album of the same name. 
 
'You Need to Calm Down'&nbsp;brought the country-turned-pop singer one of the top prizes - video of the year - being handed out during Monday`s ceremony. It also took the "video for good" statuette for songs that have raised awareness. 
 
Accepting the video of the year award, Swift said that since the VMAs are chosen by fans: "It means that you want a world where we are all treated equally under the law." 
 
Swift and pop singer Ariana Grande went into the fan-voted ceremony in Newark, New Jersey, with a leading 10 nominations each and also were competing for song of the year, best pop, and video of the year. 
 
Grande, currently on tour in Europe and absent from Monday`s show, is also a contender for the top award - artist of the year - along with Cardi B, 17-year-old alternative pop newcomer Billie Eilish, Halsey, the Jonas Brothers and Shawn Mendes. 
 
Cardi B beat out a male-dominated lineup to win best hip-hop video for 'Money,'&nbsp;and ended a delighted acceptance speech saying: "Thank you, Jesus."

The outspoken rapper was also on hand to present Missy Elliott with this year`s Vanguard Award for career achievement, calling her "a champion for women who want to be doing their own thing."&nbsp; 
 
Best new artist contender Lizzo, enjoying a breakout year, performed her hits 'Truth Hurts'&nbsp;and 'Good as Hell'&nbsp;in a yellow sequined bodysuit, accompanied by plus-size dancers, in a message for body positivity. 
 
Mendes and Camila Cabello stoked reports they are dating in real life with a steamy live version of their romantic duet "Senorita," which reached No. 1 this week on the Billboard singles charts. 
 
Male winners included Korean boy band BTS, who won for best K-Pop; the recently reunited Jonas Brothers, who paid tribute to their New Jersey roots with a performance from Asbury Park; newcomer Lil Nas; and Mendes.&nbsp;

Taylor Swift picked up two awards, including video of the year, in a girl-powered start to the MTV Video Music Awards show on Monday, while rapper Cardi B won best hip-hop video and newcomer Lizzo celebrated big women.

Taylor Swift picked up two awards, including video of the year, in a girl-powered start to the MTV Video Music Awards show on Monday, while rapper Cardi B won best hip-hop video and newcomer Lizzo celebrated big women. Swift opened the show with a rainbow-themed performance of her pro-LGBTQ single 'You Need to Calm Down,' followed by her first live performance of the romantic ballad 'Lover,' the lead single from her new, and already best-selling, album of the same name. 'You Need to Calm Down' brought the country-turned-pop singer one of the top prizes - video of the year - being handed out during Monday`s ceremony. It also took the "video for good" statuette for songs that have raised awareness. Accepting the video of the year award, Swift said that since the VMAs are chosen by fans: "It means that you want a world where we are all treated equally under the law." Swift and pop singer Ariana Grande went into the fan-voted ceremony in Newark, New Jersey, with a leading 10 nominations each and also were competing for song of the year, best pop, and video of the year. Grande, currently on tour in Europe and absent from Monday`s show, is also a contender for the top award - artist of the year - along with Cardi B, 17-year-old alternative pop newcomer Billie Eilish, Halsey, the Jonas Brothers and Shawn Mendes. Cardi B beat out a male-dominated lineup to win best hip-hop video for 'Money,' and ended a delighted acceptance speech saying: "Thank you, Jesus." The outspoken rapper was also on hand to present Missy Elliott with this year`s Vanguard Award for career achievement, calling her "a champion for women who want to be doing their own thing." Best new artist contender Lizzo, enjoying a breakout year, performed her hits 'Truth Hurts' and 'Good as Hell' in a yellow sequined bodysuit, accompanied by plus-size dancers, in a message for body positivity. Mendes and Camila Cabello stoked reports they are dating in real life with a steamy live version of their romantic duet "Senorita," which reached No. 1 this week on the Billboard singles charts. Male winners included Korean boy band BTS, who won for best K-Pop; the recently reunited Jonas Brothers, who paid tribute to their New Jersey roots with a performance from Asbury Park; newcomer Lil Nas; and Mendes.

Taylor Swift, Cardi B and Missy Elliott bring girl power to MTV Video Music Awards

Lady Gaga, dressed in a midriff shirt and a red tutu-like skirt, made a surprise appearance Thursday (30 MAY 2019) at the opening of Haus of Gaga.

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Beyonce&#39;s much talked about visual album &#39;Lemonade&#39; on Tuesday (July 26) earned the R&amp;B singer a career best 11 nominations for the MTV Video Music Awards in a list that included multiple nods for Adele and rapper Kanye West but nothing for Taylor Swift. 
 
Adele&#39;s YouTube-shattering video for her 2015 comeback single &quot;Hello&quot; notched up seven nominations, and the sultry British singer earned an 8th mention for &#39;Send My Love (To your New Lover)&#39;. 
 
The controversial video for West&#39;s &#39;Famous&#39; - which features portrayals of 12 nude celebrities including Swift sleeping next to the rapper - got two nominations, including the top award of video of the year. Swift and West have been publicly feuding for months about whether the pop star approved lyrics in which West boasts about making her famous. 
 
Swift, 26, who has dominated music awards shows in the past five years, won four MTV music video prizes in 2015, including for the single &#39;Bad Blood&#39; with Kendrick Lamar. 
 
But this year she did not score any nominations despite releasing &#39;Out of the Woods&#39; and &#39;New Romantics&#39; in late 2015 and early 2016. 
 
Video of the year pits Beyonce&#39;s politically-charged vidoe for &#39;Formation&#39; against Adele&#39;s &#39;Hello&#39; &nbsp;Canadian rapper Drake&#39;s &#39;Hotline Bling&#39;, Justin Bieber&#39;s &#39;Sorry&#39; and West&#39;s &#39;Famous&#39;. 
 
Rihanna scored multiple nominations for her collaborations with DJ Calvin Harris on &#39;This is What You Came For&#39;, and with Drake on &#39;Work&#39;. 
 
David Bowie, who died unexpectedly in January of cancer days after releasing a new album, also made it onto the list with nominations for best direction, art, editing and cinematography for his singles &#39;Blackstar&#39; and &#39;Lazarus&#39;. 
 
The MTV Video Music Awards, which have a reputation for irreverence and shock tactics, take place this year in New York on August 28 and will air live on MTV. The awards are voted on by fans, starting on Tuesday. A host for the 2016 show is yet to be announced. 
 
(Reuters)

Kanye West grabbed two nominations but Swift could not score any despite releasing 'Out of the Woods' and 'New Romantics' in 2016

Beyonce's much talked about visual album 'Lemonade' on Tuesday (July 26) earned the R&B singer a career best 11 nominations for the MTV Video Music Awards in a list that included multiple nods for Adele and rapper Kanye West but nothing for Taylor Swift. Adele's YouTube-shattering video for her 2015 comeback single "Hello" notched up seven nominations, and the sultry British singer earned an 8th mention for 'Send My Love (To your New Lover)'. The controversial video for West's 'Famous' - which features portrayals of 12 nude celebrities including Swift sleeping next to the rapper - got two nominations, including the top award of video of the year. Swift and West have been publicly feuding for months about whether the pop star approved lyrics in which West boasts about making her famous. Swift, 26, who has dominated music awards shows in the past five years, won four MTV music video prizes in 2015, including for the single 'Bad Blood' with Kendrick Lamar. But this year she did not score any nominations despite releasing 'Out of the Woods' and 'New Romantics' in late 2015 and early 2016. Video of the year pits Beyonce's politically-charged vidoe for 'Formation' against Adele's 'Hello' Canadian rapper Drake's 'Hotline Bling', Justin Bieber's 'Sorry' and West's 'Famous'. Rihanna scored multiple nominations for her collaborations with DJ Calvin Harris on 'This is What You Came For', and with Drake on 'Work'. David Bowie, who died unexpectedly in January of cancer days after releasing a new album, also made it onto the list with nominations for best direction, art, editing and cinematography for his singles 'Blackstar' and 'Lazarus'. The MTV Video Music Awards, which have a reputation for irreverence and shock tactics, take place this year in New York on August 28 and will air live on MTV. The awards are voted on by fans, starting on Tuesday. A host for the 2016 show is yet to be announced. (Reuters)

MTV Awards: Beyonce grabs 11 nominations, Taylor Swift fails to make an impression