Surprises Galore for Upcoming Grammys

The Grammy Awards nominations are always somewhat unpredictable, and this year is no different. While Kayne West grabbed eight nods, and Amy Winehouse six, a strong mix of new and established artists followed. The Foo Fighters, Jay-Z, Timbaland, Justin Timberlake and T-Pain all had five nominations, and Akon, Dierks Bentley,Chris Daughtry, Feist, Tim McGraw, John Newton, Ne-Yo, Rihanna and Bruce Springsteen garnered four nods each. With a record 110 categories, the gelt will be handed out to many at the 50th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 10 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles; once again it will be broadcast live in high definition TV and 5.1 surround sound on CBS from 8 – 11:30 p.m. (ET/PT).