The Grammy Awards nominations were announced live last night by the Recording Academy. Here are the contenders in key races:
Country Solo Performance: “Home” – Dierks Bentley, “Springsteen” – Eric Church, “Cost of Livin’” – Ronnie Dunn, “Wanted” – Hunter Hayes, “Over” – Blake Shelton and “Blown Away” – Carrie Underwood.
Country Duo/Group Performance: “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” – Eli Young Band, “Pontoon” – Little Big Town, “Safe & Sound” – Taylor Swift & The Civil Wars, “On the Outskirts of Town” – The Time Jumpers and “I Just Come Here for the Music” – Don Williams f/ Alison Krauss.





