The 49th annual event, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Scheduled performers include Mary J. Blige, who leads all performers with eight nominations, Christina Aguilera, Beyoncé, Dixie Chicks, Gnarls Barkley, Ludacris, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Justin Timberlake and Carrie Underwood. Presenters include the Black Eyed Peas, Ciara, Nelly Furtado, Terrence Howard, Samuel L. Jackson, Pink and Rihanna.