Controversial rapper Eminem has received a leading four nominations for the 43rd Annual Grammy Awards on the strength of The Marshall Mathers LP.
The album has enraged some listeners but has also won critical acclaim.
The LP has been nominated for album of the year, rap album and rap solo performance.
The rapper, who faces an assault charge in Michigan, also was nominated for best rap performance by a duo or group for Forgot About Dre on the album Dr Drey - 2001.