Nov 17. Soul Train Awards on BET

The Soul Train Awards are taking place tonight at the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas. The annual celebration recognizes the best in Soul, R&B and Hip-Hop music from both industry legends and the next generation of performers.

The awards will air on BET and BET HER, with Tisha Campbell and Tichina Arnold returning as hosts and co-producers.Performers set to take the stage include Wale, Jeremih, Queen Naija, Boyz II Men, Kelly Price, Morris Day, Keyshia Cole, and Le’Andria Johnson.Chris Brown leads the nominees with eight nods, including Best R&B/Soul Male Artist. He’s followed by Drake with seven nominations. Beyoncé and Lizzo each have six nominations. Other multiple nominees include Khalid, J. Cole, H.E.R., Ari Lennox, and Summer Walker

Best New Artist: Summer Walker

Soul Train Certified Award: Trevor Jackson

Best Gospel/Inspirational Award: Kirk Franklin

Best R&B Female Artist: H.E.R.

Best R&B Male Artist. Khalid

Album/Mixtape of the Year: Lizzo

Song of the Year. Chris Brown ft Drake - No Guidance

Rhythm & Bars Award: Cardi B