Rihanna and Nicki Minaj lead the list of nominees for this year's American Music Awards, which ABC will televise live from Los Angeles on November 18th.

 

Nicki and RiRi each snagged four nominations, with Drake, Justin Bieber, Maroon 5 and One Direction notching three apiece.

 

Rihanna and Katy Perry and join Drake, The Bieb and Maroon 5 in the much coveted Artist of the Year category.

 

The ceremony will feature several performances, including one by comeback artist Christina Aguilera.