MTV Video Music Awards nominations announced

The nominees are in for the MTV 2015 Video Music Awards, which will feature Miley Cyrus as host. Beyoncé and Ed Sheeran lead the pack with three nominations each, including video of the year. In that category, they'll face off against Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars for "Uptown Funk" and Taylor Swift's "Bad Blood." Kendrick Lamar earned five total nominations: two as a solo artist and three for his collaboration with Swift on "Bad Blood." But it matters little who wins; most people tune into the show for the musical performances and "unexpected" moments. And, if Cyrus' past award show performances are any indication, there's no telling who might get kissed or what wild costume she'll wear (if any). Judging by the photo she posted Monday on Instagram announcing the news, she's pretty excited. The show airs August 30 on MTV. VIDEO OF THE YEAR Beyoncé, "7/11" Ed Sheeran, "Thinking Out Loud"