2012 MTV Video Music Awards
Best Visual Effects

  1. Skrillex
    "First Of The Year (Equinox)"

    Visual Effects by Deka Bros & Tony T. Datis

    Skrillex's penetrating beats serve as a powerful soundtrack for a little girl who uses supernatural powers to defeat evil creeps.

  2. David Guetta f/ Nicki Minaj
    "Turn Me On"

    Visual Effects by Alex Frisch, Joe Harkins, Scott Metzger and Vico Sharabani

    Creating the perfect woman (Nicki Minaj) comes with a price for mad scientist David Guetta.

    Video: David Guetta's Music Video Playlist

    Video: Nicki Minaj's Music Video Playlist

  3. Katy Perry
    "Wide Awake"

    Visual Effects by Ingenuity Engine

    Katy Perry is transported to a fascinating storybook world full of harsh realizations and coming-of-age triumphs.

    Video: Katy Perry's Music Video Playlist

  4. Linkin Park
    "BURN IT DOWN"

    Visual Effects by Ghost Town

    Linkin Park sets the world on fire with an electrifying performance.

    Video: Linkin Park's Music Video Playlist

  5. Rihanna Rihanna
    "Where Have You Been"

    Visual Effects by Baked FX

    Rihanna taps into her animal instincts on a savage quest for love.

    Video: Rihanna's Music Video Playlist

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