The AMA nominees were announced by host Jimmy Kimmel and artists Julianne Hough and Jesse McCartney this morning at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Also announced as performers Rihanna, Ne-Yo, Taylor Swift, the Pussycat Dolls and New Kids on The Block, joining previously named performers the Jonas Brothers and P!nk. There will be additional acts and presenters announced in the coming weeks.

Alicia Keys leads the way with 5 nominations followed by Coldplay and The Eagles with 4. All three were nominated for artist of the year with Lil Wayne and Chris Brown rounding out the group. One cool thing thats happening is fans will be able to vote for the T-Mobile “Breakthrough Artist” Award. The nominees for “Breakthrough Artist” are Colbie Caillat, Flo Rida, Jonas Brothers, Paramore and The-Dream.