LAMB OF GOD, SLIPKNOT, SEVENDUST, GHOST, AUGUST BURNS RED Nominated For 58th Grammy Awards

The Recording Academy announced nominations today for the 58th Annual Grammy Awards, reflecting a diverse blend of talented music makers as determined by The Academy’s voting membership. 

“The diversity in the creative community is what makes music a universal language, and it’s gratifying to see the vibrancy of today’s artistic landscape reflected in this year’s nominations — a testament to The Academy’s voting members,” said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy. “Artists are pushing boundaries in exciting ways, making it an exceptionally strong year for music.”

Best Metal Performance nominees include:

August Burns Red – Identity
Ghost – Cirice
Lamb Of God – “512”
Sevendust – Thank You
Slipknot – “Custer”

This year’s Grammy Awards process registered more than 21,000 submissions over a 12-month eligibility period (October 1st, 2014 – September 30th, 2015). 

The 58th Annual Grammy Awards will be held February 15, 2016, at Staples Center in Los Angeles and broadcast live in high-definition TV and 5.1 surround sound on CBS from 8–11:30 p.m. (ET/PT). 

For more details visit Grammy.com.