(noticia) Bebe Gets Leading Five Latin Grammy Nods

By Associated Press

August 23, 2005, 1:43 PM EDT

LOS ANGELES -- Alternative Spanish singer-songwriter Bebe led the list of artists Tuesday with five Latin Grammy nominations, followed by Marc Anthony, Juanes, Aleks Syntek and Obie Bermudez.

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.

"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. "It's inspiring to see so many albums, songs, and music makers getting due recognition from their peers, as well as such a cross section of genres being recognized."

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."

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