ALICIA LEADS THE NODS

Alicia Keys was nominated today for five American Music Awards, the most for any artist this year.

Next in line, with three nods each, are Lil Wayne and Chris Breezy.

All three are competing for the highest honor: Artist of the Year.

The show will air live on Nov. 23 from the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, with Jimmy Kimmel hosting.

The show will also feature a star-studded list of performers including Rihanna, Ne-Yo, Pink, the Pussycat Dolls and the reunited New Kids on the Block...wtf??