Coldplay and Duffy lead race for Brit Awards

**FILE** This is a Sunday, Feb. 8, 2009 file photo of British band Coldplay as they accept an award at the 51st Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. Coldplay and soul singer Duffy dominate the nominations for British music's prestigious Brit Awards. Both acts have four nominations, including best British album for Coldplay's "Viva La Vida" and Duffy's debut "Rockferry." Kanye West, Beyonce and Kings of Leon are nominated in the international categories at the awards, to be handed out later Wednesday Feb. 18, 2009. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)