Nominees announced for Latin Grammys

Alternative Spanish singer-songwriter Bebe received a leading five Latin Grammy nominations Tuesday, while Marc Anthony, Juanes, Aleks Syntek, Obie Bermudez and J.D. Natasha had three each.

“This year’s nominations are a true reflection of the diversity that currently exists in Latin music – not only across genres but across generations as well,” Latin Recording Academy President Gabriel Abaroa said.

Bebe, whose gypsy style melds punk and flamenco, was nominated for record of the year and song of the year for “Malo,” album of the year and best female pop vocal album for “Pafuera Telaranas” and best new artist.

Anthony was nominated for best male pop vocal album for “Amar Sin Mentiras” and best salsa album and best tropical song for “Valio La Pena.”

Colombia’s alternative rocker-turned-pop star Juanes took nominations for best rock solo vocal album “Mi Sange,” best rock song “Nada Valgo Sin Tu Amor” and best music video for “Volverte a Ver.”

Mexico’s pop sensation, Syntek, received nominations for record of the year and song of the year with “Duele El Amor” and best music video for “A Veces Fui.”

Puerto Rico-born Bermudez was nominated for album of the year and best male pop vocal album for “Todo El Ano” and song of the year for the album’s title track.

Miami-based newcomer Natasha earned nods in the categories of best new artist, best rock solo album for “Imperfecta-Imperfect,” and best rock song for “Lagrimas.”

The sixth annual awards ceremony will be broadcast Nov. 3 on the Univision Network.