iHeartRadio MUSIC AWARDS ANNOUNCES NOMINEES, WITH THE CHAINSMOKERS LEADING THE SONY MUSIC PACK
The Chainsmokers lead Sony Music artists with 11 nods, including Song of the Year for “Closer” featuring Halsey, along with Best Duo/Group of the Year and Best New Pop Artist.
Beyoncé and Sia likewise garnered 4 noms apiece, while Bryson Tiller, Calvin Harris, Fifth Harmony, Justin Timberlake and Nicky Jam each earned three.
Other artists with multiple nominations include Adele, Cage the Elephant, Carrie Underwood, DJ Khaled, Enrique Iglesias, Gerardo Ortiz, Nicky Jam, Prince Royce, Usher and ZAYN.
Fans can cast their ballot in eight socially voted categories, including best lyrics, best collaboration and best fan army, through February 24 at iHeartRadio.com/awards.
The iHeartRadio Music Awards will be held on March 5 at the Forum in Inglewood, California. The ceremony will air live at 8 p.m. EST on TBS, TNT and truTV.
Congratulations to all!
Song of the Year:
– “Can’t Stop The Feeling” – Justin Timberlake
– “Cheap Thrills” – Sia featuring Sean Paul
– “Closer” – The Chainsmokers featuring Halsey
Female Artist of the Year:
– Adele
– Sia
Best Duo/Group of the Year:
– The Chainsmokers
Alternative Rock Song of the Year:
– “Trouble” – Cage The Elephant
Alternative Rock Artist of the Year:
– Cage The Elephant
Country Song of the Year:
– “Church Bells” – Carrie Underwood
– “Snapback” – Old Dominion
Country Artist of the Year:
– Carrie Underwood
Dance Song of the Year:
– “Closer” – The Chainsmokers featuring Halsey
– “Don’t Let Me Down” – The Chainsmokers featuring Daya
Dance Artist of the Year:
– Calvin Harris
– The Chainsmokers
Hip-Hop Song of the Year:
– “For Free” – DJ Khaled featuring Drake
Hip-Hop Artist of the Year:
– DJ Khaled
– Future
R&B Song of the Year:
– “Exchange” – Bryson Tiller
– “No Limit” – Usher featuring Young Thug
– “Sorry” – Beyoncé
R&B Artist of the Year:
– Beyoncé
– Bryson Tiller
– Usher
