OutKast lead the way in nomination stakes for this year's MTV Europe Music Awards, which will take place in Rome on 18 Nov. They are up for five awards, including best song and video for 'Hey Ya', best album for 'Speakerboxxx / The Love Below' and best overall group.
Seven artists received three nominations, including Franz Ferdinand, Britney Spears, Anastacia, Beyonce Knowles, Jay-Z and Maroon 5.
Up for the important best group title, other than OutKast, are Beastie Boys, Black Eyed Peas, D12 and Maroon 5.
Best newcomer nominations include Franz Ferdinand, Jamelia, Keane, Maroon 5 and The Rasmus.
Organisers also confirmed Eminem, Gwen Stefani, Nelly, the Beastie Boys, the Hives, Usher, Maroon 5 and Franz Ferdinand will be among the impressive line up to play on the night of the awards.
There's a full nominations list at the bottom of today's Daily.