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The 2016 MTV Video Music Awards: See Full Nomination List

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Adele, Beyoncé, Kanye West, Justin Bieber And Drake compete in the Video of the Year category.

Beyonce leads with 11 nominations in several of the award categories including Video of the Year for ‘Formation’. Followed by English singer Adele who has eight nominations, seven of them are for her chart topping melody ‘Hello’.

Rihanna’s ‘Work’ featuring Drake is up for Best Female video and Designer’s ‘Panda’ is up for Best Hip Hop video.

Meanwhile Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” and Chris Brown’s “Royalty” are both up for the Breakthrough Long Form Video award.

The MTV VMAs hold at the Madison Square Garden on Sunday, August 28. View the nomination list below:

Video of the Year
Adele: “Hello”
Beyoncé: “Formation”
Drake: “Hotline Bling”
Justin Bieber: “Sorry”
Kanye West: “Famous”

Best Female Video:
Adele: “Hello”
Beyoncé: “Hold Up”
Sia: “Cheap Thrills”
Ariana Grande: “Into You”
Rihanna [ft. Drake]: “Work” (short version)

Best Male Video:
Drake: “Hotline Bling”
Bryson Tiller: “Don’t”
Calvin Harris [ft. Rihanna]: “This Is What You Came For”
Kanye West: “Famous”
The Weeknd: “Can’t Feel My Face”

Best Collaboration:
Beyoncé [ft. Kendrick Lamar]: “Freedom”
Fifth Harmony [ft. Ty Dolla $ign]: “Work From Home”
Ariana Grande [ft. Lil Wayne]: “Let Me Love You”
Calvin Harris [ft. Rihanna]: “This Is What You Came For”
Rihanna [ft. Drake]: “Work” (short version)

Best Hip Hop Video:
Drake: “Hotline Bling”
Desiigner: “Panda”
Bryson Tiller: “Don’t”
Chance the Rapper: “Angels”
2 Chainz: “Watch Out”

Best Pop Video:
Adele: “Hello”
Beyoncé: “Formation”
Justin Bieber: “Sorry”
Alessia Cara: “Wild Things”

Best Rock Video:
All Time Low: “Missing You”
Coldplay: “Adventure of a Lifetime”
Fall Out Boy [ft. Demi Lovato]: “Irresistable”
twenty one pilots: “Heathens”
Panic! At the Disco: “Victorious”
Ariana Grande: “Into You”

Best Electronic Video:
Calvin Harris & Disciples: “How Deep Is Your Love”
99 Souls [ft. Destiny’s Child & Brandy]: “The Girl Is Mine”
Mike Posner: “I Took a Pill in Ibiza”
Afrojack: “SummerThing!”
The Chainsmokers [ft. Daya]: “Don’t Let Me Down”

Breakthrough Long Form Video:
Florence and the Machine: The Odyssey
Beyoncé: Lemonade
Justin Bieber: PURPOSE: The Movement
Chris Brown: Royalty
Troye Sivan: Blue Neighborhood Trilogy

Best New Artist:
Bryson Tiller
Desiigner
Zara Larsson
Lukas Graham
DNCE

Best Art Direction:
Beyoncé: “Hold Up”
Fergie: “M.I.L.F.$”
Drake: “Hotline Bling”
David Bowie: “Blackstar”
Adele: “Hello”

Best Choreography:
Beyoncé: “Formation”
Missy Elliott [ft. Pharrell]: “WTF (Where They From)”
Beyoncé: “Sorry”
FKA twigs: “M3LL155X”
Florence and the Machine: “Delilah”

Best Direction:
Beyoncé: “Formation”
Coldplay: “Up&Up”
Adele: “Hello”
David Bowie: “Lazarus”
Tame Impala: “The Less I Know the Better”

Best Cinematography:
Beyoncé: “Formation”
Adele: “Hello”
David Bowie: “Lazarus”
Alesso: “I Wanna Know”
Ariana Grande: “Into You”

Best Editing:
Beyoncé: “Formation”
Adele: “Hello”
Fergie: “M.I.L.F.$”
David Bowie: “Lazarus”
Ariana Grande: “Into You”

Best Visual Effects:
Coldplay: “Up&Up”
FKA twigs: “M3LL155X”
Adele: “Send My Love (To Your New Lover)”
The Weeknd: “Can’t Feel My Face”
Zayn: “PILLOWTALK”

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Phyno Drops New Album, “Full Time Job”, Featuring Fave, Burna Boy, NSG & More

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Phyno has dropped his fifth studio album, “Full Time Job.” Previously, he released “Something To Live For” in 2021. Before that, he put out “Deal With It” in 2019. Additionally, he created “The Playmaker” in 2016. He also debuted with “No Guts No Glory” in 2014.

To begin the rollout, Phyno teased his fans. Specifically, he released “Time of My Life,” which features British rapper ArrDee. Now with this new album, he steps fully into his role. As a result, he is both a cultural flag-bearer and an elder statesman. Moreover, he skillfully combines indigenous sounds with global influences.

Phyno collaborates with numerous artists on this project. For instance, the album features Cheque and Fave. Furthermore, it includes appearances from Burna Boy and Johnny Drille. In addition, Chip and ArrDee contribute their talents. Finally, the UK collective NSG joins the lineup as well.

Throughout the album, Phyno shows his versatility. Most notably, he uses Igbo lyricism in modern sounds. For example, “Nwoke Esike” displays choral elegance. Meanwhile, “Men Don Show Face” charms with highlife elements. Subsequently, “Back Outside” incorporates amapiano influences. Additionally, Phyno explores R&B territory with the track “Deep.” Finally, he delivers folksy soul on “Sweet Karma.”

Overall, the album spans 15 tracks. Consequently, it provides a comprehensive show of Phyno’s artistic range. Through each song, he demonstrates his musical evolution. As a result, “Full Time Job” stands as a testament to his growth as an artist. Ultimately, this album reinforces Phyno’s position in the music industry.

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Angélique Kidjo & Davido Drops Music Video For “Joy”

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Grammy Award-winning artist Angélique Kidjo continues to celebrate the success of her hit single “Joy.” She features Nigerian music superstar Davido in the song. Following the song’s positive reception, Kidjo has released a new music video, stating, “We received so much love for that song that we wanted to celebrate JOY once more with you!”

The new music video builds on the earlier visualizer. That included the song’s lyrics, encouraging fans to connect with its uplifting message. As the title, “Joy” is all about celebrating happiness and strength, even in the face of adversity.

Angélique Kidjo and Davido sing about finding joy through pain and discovering light in the darkest moments in this track. The lyrics narrate a journey from despair to hope. Further, it embraces resilience and the will to rise each day, despite life’s challenges.

Dammy Twitch directed the video and Blessing Uzzi produced it. The music video shows off a visually stunning experience. Kidjo and Davido’s performances are filled with energy and emotion.

Moreover, they perfectly capture the essence of the song’s message. Beautifully, the video’s colourful and dynamic scenes reflect the spirit of joy, showing that happiness can be found even in difficult times.

This music video is a reminder that joy is not just an emotion but a powerful state of being that can uplift and inspire.

Angélique Kidjo and Davido’s collaboration resonates with audiences. Indeed, the track offers hope and encouragement to those facing struggles. Through “Joy,” the artists deliver a timeless message of finding strength and happiness no matter the circumstances.

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New Video: Greatman Takit & GospelOnDeBeatz – Celebration

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Gospel sensation Greatman Takit has collaborated with acclaimed producer GospelOnDeBeatz (Gospel Obi) to release a music video for their energetic track “Celebration.” The video is a standout single from their collaborative album “Ghetto Gospel.”

The music video shows dancers in bright red outfits, moving with power and skill. Greatman Takit, on the other hand, performs “Celebration” with energy and passion. He matches the strong beat perfectly as his presence on screen makes the song even more exciting.

The song proves the artists’ deep faith. It talks about being grateful to God. It shows how staying strong in faith helps overcome problems. “Celebration” tells the story of beating life’s challenges through belief in God.

The artist sings about God’s gifts with joy. He thanks Him for keeping him safe. Also, he celebrates His love openly. The song creates a feeling of complete happiness. It makes listeners feel like winners. The artist shows how faith leads to victory.

The artist and dancers turn their gratitude into a dramatic musical experience using dance. This is seen as every part of the song radiates thankfulness and triumph.

The song’s lyrics, including compelling lines such as “I can’t deny it, baba yi ti fe mi” and “Tribulation come I call Jesus,” call listeners to join and deeply rejoice over spiritual triumphs.

Greatman Takit and GospelOnDeBeatz created this powerful song that fills listeners with hope. The anthem strengthens people’s faith and celebrates victory through God.

These artists worked together perfectly. Their song does more than entertain. It lifts spirits high. The music inspires everyone who hears it. Fans would feel motivated after listening to the track.

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