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Justin Timberlake got his other nominations for male artist of the year and most earth-shattering collaboration for “Sexy Back.” Beyonce likewise snagged a nod for female artist of the year and her collaboration with Shakira on “Beautiful Liar.” Kanye West, who told MTV’s TRL that competition for awards is stiff this year, received five nominations of his own including best male artist of the year. Rihanna’s “Umbrella” is also up for monster single of the year. Fall Out Boy, Gym Class Heroes, Linkin Park, Maroon 5 and the White Stripes have been named in the best group category. New artist awards will go to Amy Winehouse, Lily Allen, Carrie Underwood, Gym Class Heroes, or Peter Bijorn & John.

The 24th annual MTV VMAs will be announced amid a glamorous 2-hour awards special on September 9 in Las Vegas. It will take at least that long to give out only eight awards and show performances by a bevy of artists, including Fall Out Boy, the Foo Fighters, and Kanye West. Timbaland will host the show. In one month, the most successful music industry professionals will vie for silver statues. Who will take home more than any other recording artist? MTV probably already knows, but they certainly aren’t telling.