Breaking: Grammy Awards name album of the year nominees Los Angeles Times | December 5, 2014 | 7:00 PM Beck's "Morning Phase," Beyonce's self-titled album, Ed Sheeran's "X," Sam Smith's "In the Lonely Hour" and Pharrell Williams' "Girl" are the nominees for album of the year at the Grammy Awards, it was announced Friday night. Smith, Beyonce and Pharrell lead the field with six Grammy nominations each. For the latest updates, a look at the snubs and surprises, and a full list of nominees, go to latimes.com/entertainment