Despite the critical accolades, "808s &amp; Heartbreak" was largely overlooked by The Recording Academy as a contender for the 52nd Grammy Awards. According to "Vibe" magazine editor-in-chief Jermaine Hall, West's controversial incident at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards and the ensuing backlash against West "probably hurt him", but he added that West's stylistic change with the album was the primary reason for it not being nominated. West received one solo nomination, Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group for "Amazing", and five other nominations for his guest appearances and collaborative work. The album also contended for the following industry awards: