The highly anticipated nominees for the 2024 Billboard Music Awards have been officially announced, and this year’s edition promises to be spectacular. Leading the charge is Zach Bryan, a country-rock crossover sensation, who has garnered an impressive 21 nominations across 18 categories. His diverse appeal is reflected in the nominations, showcasing the blend of country and rock music that has captivated fans. In addition, iconic band Linkin Park is making a notable comeback, alongside Falling in Reverse, both of which have also secured multiple nominations, adding to the excitement of the event.

The grand ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 12, starting at 8 PM ET/PT, and will be broadcast live on FOX along with streaming options available on Fire TV channels and on-demand via Paramount+. This event is a significant highlight for music enthusiasts, as it celebrates the most stellar achievements in the music industry.

As noted, Billboard has categorized Bryan within the rock genre, which has further augmented his nomination count. Alongside him, Linkin Park has received five nominations, while Falling in Reverse follows closely with three. Other notable nominees include blink-182, Jelly Roll, Bad Omens, HARDY, Bring Me the Horizon, Pearl Jam, Bruce Springsteen, The Rolling Stones, and Sleep Token, all vying for top honors in various categories.

The Billboard Music Awards recognize the most influential artists, albums, songs, producers, and songwriters across diverse music genres, utilizing year-end performance metrics derived from the Billboard charts. The eligibility period for this year’s awards corresponds with the tracking timeline of Billboard’s Year-End Charts, which encapsulates music consumption data from the charts dated Oct. 28, 2023, through Oct. 19, 2024. This comprehensive assessment ensures that the awards reflect the true musical landscape of the year.

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To explore the complete list of rock and metal nominees, you can check below. Additionally, the full roster includes 72 categories, all accessible through Billboard’s official platform, making it easy for fans to follow their favorite artists.

Top Artist Nominees for 2024 Billboard Music Awards

– Zach Bryan
– Sabrina Carpenter
– Drake
– Taylor Swift
– Morgan Wallen

Top Duo / Group Nominees

– blink-182
– Coldplay
– Fuerza Regida
– Linkin Park
– Stray Kids

Top Rock Artist Nominees

– Zach Bryan
– Hozier
– Jelly Roll
– Noah Kahan
– Linkin Park

Top Rock Duo / Group Nominees

– Good Neighbours
– Linkin Park
– The Red Clay Strays

Top Hard Rock Artist Nominees

– Bad Omens
– HARDY
– Linkin Park

Top Rock Touring Artist Nominees

– Coldplay
– The Rolling Stones
– Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band

Top Billboard 200 Album Nominees

– Zach Bryan, Zach Bryan
– Drake, For All the Dogs
– Noah Kahan, Stick Season
– Taylor Swift, 1989 (Taylor’s Version)
– Taylor Swift, The Tortured Poets Department

Top Rock Album Nominees

– Zach Bryan, The Great American Bar Scene
– Zach Bryan, Zach Bryan
– Hozier, Unheard (EP)
– Noah Kahan, Stick Season
– Dolly Parton, Rockstar

Top Hard Rock Album Nominees

– Bring Me the Horizon, POST HUMAN: NeX GEn
– Falling in Reverse, Popular Monster
– Hardy, Quit!!
– Pearl Jam, Dark Matter
– Sleep Token, Take Me Back to Eden

Top Rock Song Nominees

– Zach Bryan, “Pink Skies”
– Zach Bryan featuring Kacey Musgraves, “I Remember Everything”
– Djo, “End of Beginning”
– Hozier, “Too Sweet”
– Noah Kahan, “Stick Season”

Top Hard Rock Song Nominees

– Falling in Reverse Featuring Jelly Roll, “All My Life”
– Falling in Reverse Featuring Tech N9ne & Alex Terrible, “Ronald”
– HARDY, “Psycho”
– Linkin Park, “The Emptiness Machine”
– Superheaven, “Youngest Daughter”