49TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS NOMINATIONS

Singers Justin Timberlake (C) reacts after receiving one of his four nominations during the announcement of nominations for the 49th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on December 7, 2006. R&B singer Mary J. Blige (L), dubbed the "Queen of Hip-Hop/Soul" for her impassioned style, led the contenders for the Grammy Awards with eight nominations, organizers said on Thursday. At right is Amy Lee of Evanescence. (UPI Photo/Jim Ruymen)