MTV Video Music Awards Nominees Announced

Shakira and the Red Hot Chili Peppers lead this year’s MTV Video Music Awards nominations with seven each, followed closely by Madonna and Panic! at the Disco, both with five nods. Christina Aguilera is next with four. Panic! are also one of the first artists confirmed to perform on the show, joining an all-star cast that also includes Justin Timberlake, Beyonce Knowles, T.I., Ludacris and the Killers. Read more, including a complete list of nominees, at MTV.com.