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NASHVILLE, TN – (November 2, 2012) – Country music’s breakthrough artist, Hunter Hayes, brought home the 2012 CMA Award for New Artist of the Year at last night’s CMA Awards, marking his first ever CMA Awards win. Along with the exciting first win, Hunter also performed his No. 1 Platinum hit single “Wanted” to fans and supporters.
Hunter Hayes, the multi-talented writer, musician, producer, and performer, is the only country artist to play every instrument, write/co-write every song, and co-produce his critically acclaimed self-titled debut album. The Louisiana native has also shared the stage with Taylor Swift, Rascal Flatts, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, Trace Adkins, Brad Paisley, and Hank Williams, Jr. This multi-instrumentalist continues to garner praise from fans and critics alike as he made his world-premiere national television debut on CBS’ Late Show with David Letterman and also performed with The Roots on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Good Morning America, and The Ellen DeGeneres Show. His latest hit "Wanted" is certified Platinum and spent two weeks at No. 1. “Wanted” also held the unprecedented #1 slot for three weeks in a row on GAC's Top 20 Countdown.
-Updated 11/2/2012-
Hunter took a moment today to talk about winning New Artist of the Year at The 46th Annual CMA Awards.
"I can't believe this is happening to me. I already feel so blessed to get to make music with the awesome team I have and to go out on the road and play to awesome fans every night. This is such an honor and it means the world to me. I am beyond grateful for this award and I will never forget everyone who has done so much to make this possible," said Hunter.
Watch Hunter's performance of his #1 hit-single "Wanted" below.
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Hunter picks up the award for CMA's New Artist of the Year!
When accepting the award, Hunter said "“Thank you for believing in me. I have an amazing team; I’m just blessed beyond belief." Fans and media around the nation have responded with well wishes...
Fans:
@TeamDoubleH: Balling my eyes out right now... #noshame ..but oh my.....SOOOO HAPPY FOR YOU @HunterHayes!! No one deserves it more! SO unbelievable proud!
@LmJ094: Yay! Congratulations @HunterHayes for winning New Artist Of The Year!! I am so excited for you!!:) #CMAAwards
@CarolineePaige: EVERYONE remember this day. today's the day @HunterHayesofficially made it, and it won't be the last time he wins an award!!!#WeLoveYou
Media:
@countryweekly: Congrats to @HunterHayes on hs #CMA win for Best New Artist! Go Hunter!!
@cmtcody: 'New Artist' award goes to @HunterHayes -a round of @Starbucks for everyone! Congrats HH! #CMAawards
@CountryMusic: Yeah @hunterhayes for New Artist of the Year! Who wants to be "Wanted" by Hunter?? #CMAawards
@gactv: The #CMAawards New Artist of the Year Award goes to@hunterhayes... I guess he's feeling "wanted" right now :)
Leave your congratulations message in the comments below!
Tonight, Hunter will join country's biggest stars on CMA's Red Carpet and you can watch it all live!
The 3rd Annual Red Carpet Pre-Show live stream kicks off tonight at 4:00 PM/CT. The pre-show will feature all the action on the Red Carpet along with backstage media room interviews. As soon as all the Red Carpet fun is over, tune into ABC at 8/7c to watch the 46th Annual CMA Awards where Hunter will perform "Wanted!"
Are you tuning in tonight? Send Hunter a good luck message in the comments below!
Hunter has partnered with American Songwriter and Martin Guitar to help judge the 2012 Pub Deal contest. "The Pub Deal" will give one lucky songwriter a year-long $20,000 publishing contract!
When asked about being named a judge, Hunter said "“I signed my publishing deal with UMPG almost two years before signing with Atlantic Records. I believe it was the first major turning point in my career, giving me access to people like Cyndi Forman who could work with me on a daily basis to nurture my songwriting chops and set up co-writes with some of the best writers in the world. It’s an honor to play even a small part in helping someone find this kind of opportunity.”
CLICK HERE to find out more about how to enter "The Pub Deal."
Hunter sat down with SheKnows.com to discuss being nominated for this week’s CMA Awards and to reflect on his time spent on the current “Blown Away Tour” with Carrie Underwood.
When asked about his reaction to being nominated for New Artist of the Year Hunter responded, “It's such an honor to have the industry sort of recognize you in that way... You know, to put your name on that list. It's a really good list. I'm kind of scared... but it's awesome. It's a rare opportunity. It means a whole lot to me."
On the “Blown Away Tour,” Hunter admits he doesn’t get to spend much time with Underwood as they have conflicting schedules. However, Hunter disclosed, “I am waiting till…the end of the tour to have the sit-down” and ask Underwood for advice.
Hunter also explained “it’s my first time orchestrating a show of this type [and] this time sensitive…which is actually kind of fun.” When discussing his recent accomplishments, such as being a guest on the “Blown Away Tour,” Hunter replied, “I’m blessed to be surrounded by people who support me that way. It’s amazing.”
Be sure to tune-in to watch Hunter’s live performance at this week’s CMA Awards on Thursday, November 1st at 8/7c.
CLICK HERE to see a list of upcoming “Blown Away Tour” dates!
40 New Tour Dates Announced!
Hunter will continue on as the opening act for Carrie Underwood's critically acclaimed "Blown Away Tour" in 2013 with 40 new dates added around the country. The 2013 tour dates kick off February 13 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Tickets will be available for the 2013 dates in select markets beginning Friday, Nov. 2; check local venues for exact on sale date information.
Fresh off the heels of his #1 single, "Wanted," Hunter is set to perform at the 46th Annual CMA Awards this Thursday night, November 1st at 8/7c. Along with performing, Hunter is also nominated for New Artist of the Year!
New 2013 dates for “The Blown Away Tour”:
2-13 Colorado Springs, CO -- Colorado Springs World Arena
2-14 Broomfield, CO -- 1STBANK Center
2-17 Boise, ID -- Taco Bell Arena
2-19 Billings, MT -- MetraPark
2-21 Spokane, WA -- Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena
2-22 Yakima, WA -- Yakima Sundome
2-25 Oakland, CA -- Oracle Arena
2-26 Stockton, CA -- Stockton Arena
3-2 Las Vegas, NV -- Mandalay Bay Events Center
3-3 Ontario, CA -- Citizens Business Bank Arena
3-5 Fresno, CA -- Save Mart Center
3-8 Rio Rancho, NM -- Santa Ana Star Center
3-21 Richmond, VA -- Richmond Coliseum
3-23 Roanoke, VA -- Roanoke Civic Center
3-25 Hershey, PA -- Giant Center
3-26 Buffalo, NY -- First Niagara Center
3-28 Hamilton, ON -- Copps Coliseum
3-30 Kingston, ON -- K-Rock Centre
4-2 St. John, NB -- Harbour Station
4-9 Portland, ME -- Cumberland County Civic Center
4-11 Youngstown, OH-- Covelli Centre
4-13 Lansing, MI -- Breslin Student Events Center
4-14 Ft. Wayne, IN -- Allen County Memorial Coliseum
4-16 Greenville, SC -- BiLo Center
4-17 Columbia, SC -- Colonial Life Arena
4-19 Augusta, GA -- James Brown Arena
4-20 Jacksonville, FL -- Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena
4-23 Houston, TX -- Toyota Center
4-25 San Antonio, TX -- Freeman Coliseum
4-27 Cedar Park, TX -- Cedar Park Center
4-29 Lafayette, LA -- Cajundome
5-2 Bloomington, IL -- U.S. Cellular Coliseum
5-3 Milwaukee, WI -- BMO Harris Bradley Center
5-5 Toledo, OH -- Huntington Center
5-8 Charleston, WV -- Charleston Civic Center
5-10 Rockford, IL -- BMO Harris Bank Center
5-12 Omaha, NE -- CenturyLink Center
5-13 Sioux City, IA -- Tyson Events Center
5-15 Winnipeg, MB -- MTS Centre
5-18 Edmonton, AB -- Rexall Place
CLICK HERE for a full list of current tour dates.
Fresh off the heels of his #1 single, "Wanted," Hunter will join Country Music greats Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, Faith Hill and more as a performer at The 46th Annual CMA Awards!
Hunter made the announcement to his fans via Twitter earlier today, saying "Oh hey guys, soooo its official...I get to PERFORM on the #CMAAwards this year! For real!!!!"
This marks Hunter's first CMA Awards performance, so set your DVR now! Hayes fans across the world will be crossing their fingers that Hunter takes home the award for New Artist of the Year. The 46th Annual CMA Awards will air live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Thursday, November 1st at 8:00 PM ET on ABC.
The CMA Awards nominees and winners are determined by the 11,000 industry professional members of CMA, which was formed in 1958 as the first trade organization to promote an individual genre of music. The first “CMA Awards Banquet and Show” was held in 1967. The following year, the CMA Awards was broadcast on NBC television for the first time – making it the longest-running annual music awards program on network television.
Watch Hunter perform his #1 single "Wanted" live on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show."
CLICK HERE to download "Wanted" now!
Head to the Photos Page to view brand-new pictures from The Blown Away Tour! Did you catch Hunter in your town? Tell us about your Hunter Hayes concert experience in the comments below!
CLICK HERE to view photos now.
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