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Grammy Awards nominations are out By Shannon Sneed Entertainment Reporter Ahh, the Grammys ... Those highly esteemed, coveted little bronze statues sought by thou sands but given to only a handful of the most deserving of contem porary musicians — those who have made a brilliant and lasting impact in the hearts and souls of Americans everywhere. Those who have boldly gone where no artist has gone before, seeking out new musical horizons and pro viding inspiration to fans every where. Like Hanson, for example. Or the “Space Jam” soundtrack. Yes, folks, it’s Grammy season yet again, and the powers that be have yet again come up with a truly stellar lineup of relentlessly mediocre acts, with only a smat tering of actual talent in between. In fact, the Grammys have be come such a pathetic measure of musical excellence that they were even made a joke on an episode of “The Simpsons” (which, as we all know, is quite an accurate barom eter of the general inanity of con temporary American culture). There are, however, a few new acts actually deserving of recogni tion this year, as well as a few old ones who have released impres sive albums recently. (For their sake, though, I hope they don’t win. It might be construed as an insult.) Here’s a few of the nominees: Single of the Year Paula Cole, “Where Have all the Cowboys Gone?”; Shawn Colvin, “Sunny Came Home”; Sheryl Crow, “Every Day is a Winding Road”; Hanson, “MmmBop”; and ■ Paiiia ■ Bob rtynGonet UngRoai" R. Kelly, "I Believe I can Fly” (from the “Space Jam” sound track). Although Hanson is al ready a shoo-in for the categories of “Most Overexposed,” “Most Radio Airplay” and “Most An noying Hair,” Paula Cole may just edge out those Midwestern cuties for her song about being rescued from the drudgery of everyday life by the Marlboro Man. Ugh. Album of the Year Surprisingly, this category ac tually contains some quality artists. Nominated are: Babyface, “The Day”; Paula Cole, "This Fire”; Bob Dylan, “Time out of Mind”; Paul McCartney, “Flam ing Pie”; and Radiohead, “OK Computer.” Dylan or McCartney may win just because they’re, well, Dylan and McCartney, but press darlings Radiohead may be the most deserving. The dreamy, experimental “OK Computer” was one of the best rock albums released in a long time. And that’s saying a lot. B«st Rap Album OJo’big surprises here. Natu Igllly, the Notorious B.I.G. was * nominated for his posthu % mous “Life After Death,” as was Puff Daddy’s "No Way Out”; Missy “Misde « meanor” Elliott’s ”Supa * . Dupa Fly”; Wyclef Jean’s "Carnival"; and the Wu-Tang Clan’s "Wu-Tane Forev er.” Biggie might win for posteri ty’s sake, but it’ll be a tight race with Missy Elliott, who garnered wide acclaim this year for her debut re lease. Best New Artist Fiona Apple, "Tidal”; Erykah Badu, "Baduizm”; Paula Cole, "This Fire”; Hanson, “Middle of Nowhere”; and Puff Daddy, “No Way Out.” Badu should win just for those cool head wraps she wears. Apple should not win just because of her annoying, overly trendy “Criminal” video. But Hanson will win because they’re what all Grammy nomi nators dream of: They’re radio friendly, non-threatening, and most importantly, pre-teen girls drool over them enough to make them a marketable commodity. That’s the formula, folks. Want a Grammy? Find a record ing studio and a hair salon, and get to work. The awards are coming up on Feb. 25, and you’ve got some very stiff com petition. In the corner pocket See Dick see Jane. 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