The duo of Alison Goldfrapp and Will Gregory join a roster already comprising the likes of Mika, Friendly Fires, Alphabeat and Sunday Girl, having received two nominations earlier this month at the 53rd annual Grammy Awards. They are shortlisted for best electronic/dance album for Head First and best dance recording for Rocket where their competition in both categories includes fellow British electronic duo La Roux.

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