Mannish Boys lead nominees for blues awards

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The group Mannish Boys leads all nominees for the upcoming Blues Music Awards in Memphis with six nominations, including album and band of the year.

The Blues Foundation announced the nominations Tuesday.

Tied with four each are slide guitarist Elvin Bishop, pianist Eden Brent, songstress Janiva Magness, soul man Curtis Salgado and former truck driver Watermelon Slim.

Buddy Guy is nominated for three awards and B.B. King for two.

The awards show will be held May 7 at the Cook Convention Center.

For a complete list of nominees, check out the Blues Foundation's Web site at www.blues.org.