Nominations are in for the Soul Train Awards, including nods for Best New Artist.
Leading the pack of new artists nominated is Jhene Aiko, who has been nominated for four awards, including Best R&B/Soul Female Artist, The Ashford and Simpson Songwriter's Award and Video of the Year ("The Worst," Danny Williams).
Joining Aiko in the Best New Artist category are August Alsina, Sevyn Streeter, Liv Warfield, Mack Wilds, and Nico & Vinz.
Chris Brown and Beyonce lead the overall pack of nominees with seven and six nominations respectively.
Brown's nominations include Best R&B/Soul Male Artist, Song of the Year for “Loyal” featuring Lil Wayne and Tyga, and Video of the Year for “New Flame” featuring Usher.
Beyoncé is nominated in categories including Best R&B/Soul Female Artist.
Pharrell Williams follows with five nominations, including Best R&B/Soul Male Artist of the Year and John Legend has earned four, including The Ashford and Simpson Songwriter's Award ("All of Me").
Jason Derulo, Kelly Price, Trey Songz, Kelly Rowland, Audra McDonald, Toni Braxton, Babyface, Miguel, Janelle Monae, Robert Glasper, Tinashe and Aloe Blacc are also nominated.
See full list of nominees below.
The Soul Train Awards 2014 will celebrate and honor R&B’s finest and most soulful artists on November 7, 2014 at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas. Hosted by Wendy Williams, this year’s fete will take Vegas by storm with not -to-be missed moments, including unforgettable performances, iconic tributes, and appearances by today’s leading musicians.
The Soul Train Awards will air on CENTRIC and BET on November 30, 2014 at 8PM ET/PT.
Best New Artist
August Alsina
Jhené Aiko
LiV Warfield
Mack Wilds
Nico & Vinz
Sevyn Streeter
Centric Certified Award
Avery*Sunshine
Kelis
Leela James
Luke James
Robert Glasper
Shaliek
Best Gospel/Inspirational Song
Help – Erica Campbell feat. Lecrae
I Can Only Imagine – Tamela Mann
No Greater Love – Smokie Norful
Real Love – Inspired People feat. Charles Jenkins
Say Yes – Michelle Williams feat. Beyoncé & Kelly Rowland
We Are Victorious – Donnie McClurkin feat. Tye Tribbett
Best Hip-Hop Song of the Year
Fancy – Iggy Azalea feat. Charli XCX
Hold On (We’re Going Home) – Drake feat. Majid Jordan
Loyal – Chris Brown feat. Lil Wayne & Tyga
No Mediocre – T.I. feat. Iggy Azalea
Pills N Potions – Nicki Minaj
Studio – ScHoolboy Q feat. BJ the Chicago Kid
Best R&B/Soul Female Artist
Beyoncé
Janelle Monaé
Jennifer Hudson
Jhené Aiko
Marsha Ambrosius
Ledisi
Best R&B/Soul Male Artist
Chris Brown
John Legend
Kem
Pharrell Williams
Tank
Trey Songz
Album of the Year
Beyoncé – Beyoncé
G I R L – Pharrell Williams
Love In The Future – John Legend
Nothing Was The Same – Drake
The Electric Lady – Janelle Monaé
Xscape – Michael Jackson
Song of the Year
All of Me – John Legend
Drunk In Love – Beyoncé feat. Jay Z
Happy – Pharrell Williams
Hold On (We’re Going Home) – Drake feat. Majid Jordan
Love Never Felt So Good – Michael Jackson feat. Justin Timberlake
Loyal – Chris Brown feat. Lil Wayne and Tyga
The Ashford and Simpson Songwriter’s Award
All Of Me – John Legend (Toby Gad, John Stephens, Dave Tozer)
Happy – Pharrell Williams (Pharrell Williams)
Pretty Hurts – Beyoncé (Joshua Coleman, Sia Fuller, Beyoncé Knowles)
Stay With Me – Sam Smith (Steve Fitzmaurice, James Napier, William Phillips, Sam Smith)
The Man –Aloe Blacc (Khalil Abdul-Rahman, Sam Barsh, Aloe Blacc, Elton John, Daniel
Seeff, Bernie Taupin)
The Worst – Jhené Aiko (Jhené Aiko Chilombo, Mac Robinson, Brian Warfield)
Best Dance Performance
2 On – Tinashe feat. ScHoolboy Q
Electric Lady – Janelle Monáe
Good Kisser – Usher
Loyal – Chris Brown feat. Lil Wayne & Tyga
Talk Dirty – Jason Derulo feat. 2 Chainz
Turn Down for What – DJ Snake & Lil Jon
Best Collaboration
Chris Brown feat. Lil Wayne & Tyga – Loyal
Chris Brown feat. Usher & Rick Ross – New Flame
Janelle Monaé feat. Miguel – Primetime
Michael Jackson & Justin Timberlake – Love Never Felt So Good
Robert Glasper feat. Jill Scott – Calls
Toni Braxton & Babyface – Hurt You
Video of the Year
Drunk In Love – Beyoncé feat. Jay Z (Hype Williams)
Good Kisser – Usher (Christopher Sims)
Happy – Pharrell Williams (We are from L.A.)
New Flame – Chris Brown feat. Usher (Breezy & Mike Ho)
The Man – Aloe Blacc (Matty Barnes)
The Worst – Jhené Aiko (Danny Williams)
Best International Performance (CENTRICTV.com)
Davido – Aye
Machel Montano – Ministry Of Road (M.O.R.)
Nico & Vinz – Am I Wrong
Sam Smith – Stay With Me
Shaggy feat. Ne-Yo – You Girl
Ziggy Marley – I Don’t’ Want To Live On Mars
Best Traditional Jazz Performance (CENTRICTV.com)
Audra McDonald – What a Little Moonlight Can Do
Gregory Porter – Hey Laura
Kenny Garrett – Pushing the World Away
Monty Alexander – Concierto de Aranjuez
Wynton Marsalis – Flee As A Bird To The Mountain (Live)
Best Contemporary Jazz Performance (CENTRICTV.com)
LiV Warfield- Stay- Soul Lifted
Najee feat. Meli'sa Morgan – In The Mood To Take It Slow
Robert Glasper feat. Jill Scott – Calls
Snarky Puppy – Lingus (We Like It Here)
Terrace Martin feat. Robert Glasper – It’s Yours
Vandell Andrew – Let’s Ride
Best Independent R&B/Soul Performance
Joe feat. Kelly Rowland – Love & Sex Pt. 2
Kelly Price – It’s My Time
LiV Warfield – Why Do You Lie?
Sebastian Mikael feat. Wale – Last Night
Shaliek – The Past
Terrace Martin feat. Tye Dolla $ign, Tone Trezure – You’re The One
Are you ready to dive into the world of music and celebrate some incredible talent? Well, get ready because the nominations for the ‘Soul Train Awards’ 2014 have just been announced, and three phenomenal artists are leading the pack.
August Alsina, Chris Brown, and Beyonce have emerged as frontrunners in this prestigious music awards show that honors soul, R&B, and hip-hop artists. With their outstanding contributions to the industry, these three powerhouses are set to dominate the night and leave a lasting impression on fans worldwide.
August Alsina has proven himself as a force to be reckoned with in the music scene. His raw talent and emotional lyrics have struck a chord with listeners everywhere. It’s no surprise that he has received multiple nominations at this year’s ‘Soul Train Awards.’ From Best New Artist to Album of the Year, Alsina is being recognized for his remarkable achievements. With his soulful voice and captivating performances, he has quickly become one of today’s most exciting artists.
Chris Brown is another artist who continues to shine brightly in the world of music. Known for his smooth vocals and electrifying dance moves, Brown has been nominated for several categories at the ‘Soul Train Awards.’ As an established superstar in both R&B and hip-hop genres, he consistently delivers chart-topping hits that resonate with audiences worldwide. From Best Male R&B/Pop Artist to Video of the Year, Brown’s nominations reflect his unwavering dedication to his craft.
And then there’s Beyonce – a name synonymous with greatness in the music industry. This talented powerhouse has once again proven her reign by receiving numerous nominations at this year’s ‘Soul Train Awards.’ With her powerful vocals and mesmerizing stage presence, Beyonce captivates audiences every time she performs. Nominated for categories such as Best Female R&B/Pop Artist and Song of The Year, she continues to set new standards for excellence in the industry. Her nominations are a testament to her undeniable talent and the impact she has made on soul, R&B, and hip-hop music.
As we eagerly await the ‘Soul Train Awards’ 2014, it’s clear that August Alsina, Chris Brown, and Beyonce are leading the charge with their exceptional talent and remarkable achievements. These three artists have captivated audiences worldwide with their incredible contributions to soul, R&B, and hip-hop music.
So mark your calendars because this awards show is sure to be an unforgettable night filled with mesmerizing performances and well-deserved recognition.
August Alsina’s Nominations and Achievements
August Alsina’s nominations and achievements in the ‘Soul Train Awards’ 2014 are truly impressive. He received a total of six nominations, including Best New Artist, Best R&B/Soul Male Artist, and Song of the Year for his hit single ‘I Luv This Shit.’
These nominations alone are a testament to his talent and dedication to his craft.
Not only did August Alsina receive multiple nominations, but he also walked away with two awards that night. He won the award for Best New Artist, solidifying his status as one of the hottest up-and-coming artists in the industry. Additionally, he took home the award for Best Collaboration for his work on ‘I Luv This Shit’ featuring Trinidad James.
The recognition that August Alsina received at the ‘Soul Train Awards’ 2014 is well-deserved. His unique blend of R&B and soul music has captivated audiences worldwide, and his raw and honest lyrics resonate with listeners on a deep level.
These nominations and awards are just the beginning for August Alsina, as he continues to make waves in the music industry with his undeniable talent.
Chris Brown and Beyonce’s Success in the Soul Train Awards
Chris Brown and Beyonce achieved great success at the 2014 Soul Train Awards, making their fans ecstatic with their outstanding performances.
Chris Brown, known for his electrifying dance moves and smooth vocals, took home three awards that night. He won Best Collaboration for his hit song ‘Loyal,’ featuring Lil Wayne and Tyga. The audience couldn’t help but groove along as he performed this catchy track on stage.
In addition to that, he also won Best Hip Hop Song of the Year for ‘Loyal’ and Best Dance Performance for his high-energy routine.
Beyonce, often referred to as the Queen B, didn’t disappoint either. She was nominated in six categories and ended up winning two awards. Her soulful ballad ‘Pretty Hurts’ earned her the award for Best R&B/Soul Female Artist. This powerful song resonated with many listeners as it highlighted society’s unrealistic beauty standards.
Furthermore, Beyonce’s iconic anthem ‘Drunk in Love,’ featuring her husband Jay-Z, won the prestigious Song of the Year award. Her flawless vocal delivery and captivating stage presence left everyone in awe.
Both Chris Brown and Beyonce showcased their immense talent at the 2014 Soul Train Awards, proving why they are considered some of the biggest names in music today. Their performances were a testament to their dedication to their craft and ability to captivate audiences worldwide.
With multiple wins under their belts that night, it’s clear that these two artists continue to dominate the music industry with their unparalleled talent and showmanship.
Conclusion
In conclusion, you’ve learned about the nominations and achievements of August Alsina. He has received multiple nominations for his outstanding contributions to R&B music, showcasing his talent and dedication to his craft.
Chris Brown and Beyonce have also been recognized for their exceptional performances. They have proven once again why they’re considered legends in the industry.
These artists continue to inspire and entertain audiences with their incredible talent and passion for music.
Congratulations to all the nominees and winners of the Soul Train Awards 2014!
