Zombie is up for best live band and event of the year, for his return to the metal scene, while Skindred will compete for best UK band and best live band.

The awards this year will also include a new category - "metal as fuck" - for acts "who have remained 'metal' in the face of adversity".

Slipknot are nominated for this award for their courage following the death of bassist Paul Gray, while Deftones are nominated for helping to ...