Pop superstar Taylor Swift on Tuesday led nominations for the American Music Awards, with Canadian singer The Weeknd the favorite among newcomers. The winners, to be announced at a gala in Los Angeles on November 22, will be determined through voting by fans, unlike the more prestigious Grammy Awards which are based on polling within the music industry. Swift's early lead is not surprising as the American Music Awards' nominations are based on sales and other commercial factors.

Source: Yahoo Music
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