2011 VMAs | Preshow Kickoff

Jim Cantiello introduces the Twitter Tracker, sends out a picture of Selena Gomez, and talks to Rick Ross, DJ Khaled and Ace Hood about their new album.

MTV News' James Montgomery interviews the hip-hop power couple before the show.

Sway asks Selena Gomez about preparing for the show and who she's most excited to interview.

Pitbull talks about his tips for success and addresses leaving show tickets for Linsday Lohan.

Check out what's to come later this season on 'Jersey Shore.'

MTV News' Sway catches up with VMAs preshow performers Cobra Starship.

MTV News' Jim Cantiello gives an update on what VMA preshow viewers are loving on Twitter, and Selena Gomez' dramatic short and long black gown is a hit.

Cobra Starship and Sabi Perform "You Make Me Feel..." Live at the 2011 VMAs

Sway and Selena Gomez tell viewers to stay tuned for Nicki Minaj.

Pop sensation Demi Lovato talks about her new radio-friendly album, "Unbroken."

The svelte funnyman chats with Sway about his upcoming film and what a "weird, long walk" the VMAs black carpet was.

The crowd goes crazy as the "Abduction" star talks to James Montgomery about his steamy Movie Awards kiss with his "Twilight" co-hunk Robert Pattinson.

The "Super Bass" vixen hits the Black Carpet in an interesting mix-and-match outfit with coordinating face mask before teasing her new music video, "Fly."

Pink Friday

Nicki excitedly talks about her skit with "Beavis and Butt-Head."

Snooki, Mike, Sammi and Deena weigh in on the 2011 VMAs.

Jessie J says she's excited to see Adele perform, and talks about her broken foot and decorated cast.

Ashley Rickards, Beau Mirchoff and Brett Davern join Sway to give out the first ever Video With A Message Moonman to Lady Gaga for "Born This Way."

Jim points out that Tyler, The Creator's name is at the bottom of the Twitter Tracker, and the artist jokingly says he will kill himself if Bruno Mars wins "Video Of The Year."

Selena asks her boyfriend about his outfit and pet snake, then he adoringly plants a kiss on her cheek.

Indie-rockers Foster The People talk about returning to their hometown of Los Angeles and being nominated for "Best New Artist."

Tyler Posey from "Teen Wolf" talks about the upcoming season and how excited they are to be at the VMAs.

After an impassioned on-air plea, Odd Future's Tyler, The Creator tops his nemesis Bruno Mars in Twitter trending topics.

Swizz Beats reveals his celebrity style-inspirations, then discusses artist collaborations on his upcoming album.

LFMAO descend down the elevator with Shuffle Bot, their designated driver.

The VMAs veteran rockers roll up on the black carpet and talk about how it feels to be always a nominee, and never a winner.

Sway surprises Carissa, who checked into the VMAs on Foursquare, with two tickets to the big show inside, sponsored by State Farm.

The band talks about their video nomination and what it was like to play for 70,000 people in the UK.

After last year's meat dress, it's no surprise to Jim Cantiello that Lady Gaga's sartorial choices are the biggest buzz maker on Twitter.

With the pre-show over, James, Selena and Sway get ready for the main event.