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Hunter Hayes Says 'Encore' Is a 'Second Chance at a First Impression'

Billy Dukes — Tue, 28 May 2013 19:00:26 +0000

Hunter Hayes' debut album has been a success by almost every industry measure. At one point, fans seemed to be scooping it up faster than McDonald's hamburgers. Critics mostly praised the then-20-year-old's songwriting and musicianship, and the three singles helped find him nominated for three Grammys, four ACMs and a dozen or so other honors. But Hayes wasn't quite satisfied, so he's prepared an 'Encore.'

Carrie Underwood Pranks Hunter Hayes at His Last Blown Away Tour Show

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:00:21 +0000

Hot young country newcomer Hunter Hayes got the opportunity of a lifetime when he opened up for superstar Carrie Underwood on her Blown Away Tour this year. He wrapped up his dates with Underwood at a performance in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on May 18 -- but she wasn't going to let him get away without a proper sendoff, pulling an onstage prank that really got his goat.

Hunter Hayes Insists He'd Make a Terrible Prom Date

Christina Vinson — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:00:45 +0000

Country cutie Hunter Hayes is the dream date of thousands of high school girls -- who wouldn't love to dance with a tux-clad singer at their high school prom, swaying to the beat of a sappy love song at the envy of all of their friends? Surprisingly, the country star insists that he'd actually make a terrible prom date.

Hunter Hayes Is Lovestruck in 'I Want Crazy' Video

Christina Vinson — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:00:49 +0000

Country cutie Hunter Hayes just debuted his new 'I Want Crazy' video, and it will make all of his devoted fans just a little more crazy for this up-and-coming star. The video gives a glimpse into the adventurous, fun-loving love that you just can't give up on, complete with firecrackers, pool adventures and a whole lot of Polaroid memories.

Hunter Hayes Reveals His Comfort Zone and Two Things That Factor Into Every Song

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 23:00:42 +0000

Hunter Hayes has landed a fashion-leaning feature in the pages of the May issue of Esquire, which lands today (April 23). The stylish singer, dressed in a pricy leather jacket and other snazzy threads, revealed where his comfort zone is and the two things that factor into every song he writes. Both are decidedly country, too!

Hunter Hayes Recalls First Meeting Brad Paisley, Talks 'Outstanding in Our Field'

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 14:30:43 +0000

Hot rising star Hunter Hayes is on a major roll. The 21-year-old singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist released his major label debut in 2011, and since then he's scored a big hit with 'Wanted' and won a number of critical accolades. But he was still unsure of himself when superstar Brad Paisley asked him to play guitar on 'Outstanding in Our Field,' a track from the legend's new album, 'Wheelhouse.'

Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan + Hunter Hayes Join Stevie Wonder to Close Out 2013 ACMs

Christina Vinson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 03:55:49 +0000

Stevie Wonder closed out the ACM Awards with his classic soul hit ‘Signed, Sealed, Delivered I’m Yours,’ turning the end of the 2013 red carpet show into a celebratory country party. Although it was strange to have a non-country artist wrap up the evening, it was definitely awesome. Plus, Wonder was joined by country music [...]

Hunter Hayes Opens Up About His Love Life Being Tabloid Fodder, Hints at Celeb Crush

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 21:21:01 +0000

With superstardom comes tabloid interest -- especially in your love life, which Hunter Hayes is learning the hard way. The singer, who is only recently settling into superfame, has been the subject of some interesting dating rumors over the past few months, which came as a surprise to him.

Hunter Hayes, Dierks Bentley, Brantley Gilbert + More Announced as ACM Awards Performers

Christina Vinson — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 17:50:39 +0000

The country music party of the year just got a little more star-studded with the announcement of additional ACM Awards performers. With some of the biggest names in country music have already been announced for this highly-anticipated event, Hunter Hayes, Dierks Bentley, and Brantley Gilbert are the icing on the cake.

Hunter Hayes Says His 'Mrs. Right' Will Need to Be Patient

Billy Dukes — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 18:06:41 +0000

Hunter Hayes kicked off 2013 with a performance at the Grammys and an eye-popping six ACM nominations. The 'Somebody's Heartbreak' singer also expects to have new music for fans this year, and he'll play the first-ever Taste of Country Music Festival this June. As for true romance? Well, he's still searching.

Hunter Hayes and Selena Gomez: Music's Next Power Couple?

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 18:00:27 +0000

Is Hunter Hayes, one of country music's cutest, most talented and most eligible bachelors, about to come off the market? Could be, as it's being said that he and singer/actress Selena Gomez -- who recently ended her very public two-year romance with Justin Bieber -- were seen flirting and even exchanged digits.

Hunter Hayes Feels 'Like Part of the Family' After Six ACM Nominations

Christina Vinson — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 22:53:55 +0000

While country phenomenon Hunter Hayes may only be 21 years old, he's making a huge splash on the country music scene. The three-time Grammy nominated musician has just garnered six Academy of Country Music Award nominations, becoming the second-most nominated artist this year, right behind Eric Church.

Hunter Hayes Takes Center Stage in New Pepsi Commercial

Megan Pacella — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 22:28:38 +0000

Hunter Hayes didn't take home his first Grammy award in 2013, but the 21-year-old country newcomer still had a great night at the show. In addition to introducing Carrie Underwood's powerhouse performance, Hayes appeared during the commercial breaks in his new spot for Pepsi.

Hunter Hayes Intros Carrie Underwood's Impressive 2013 Grammys Double Performance

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 04:19:19 +0000

Carrie Underwood sang snippets of both ‘Blown Away’ and ‘Two Black Cadillacs’ at the 2013 Grammy Awards — ultimately delivering one of the most impressive vocal performances of the night. Rising star Hunter Hayes introduced his tourmate by singing a piece of his hit ‘Wanted’ before Underwood presented a stripped-down acoustic version of ‘Blown Away,’ [...]

Hunter Hayes Promises New Album Will Be 'Whole-Hearted'

Megan Pacella — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 00:01:58 +0000

Since Hunter Hayes' self-titled debut album has been so successful, his group of devoted followers (the Hayniacs) have been dying to hear some new tunes. Rest assured, the singer promises that there will be another album, but he's going to take time to make it completely genuine.

Newcomer Awards Nominees Announced for 2013 ACMs

Megan Pacella — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 17:00:28 +0000

Do you have a favorite newcomer to the country music scene? If so, now is your chance to vote for your favorite new artist. The Academy of Country Music and Great American Country announced that voting for the categories of New Female Vocalist, New Male Vocalist and New Vocal Duo or Group for the Academy of Country Music Awards will open on Monday, Jan. 21.

Taylor Swift, Hunter Hayes Earn Slots on 2013 Grammy Album

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 19:30:56 +0000

Taylor Swift and Hunter Hayes are two country stars who have truly earned coveted slots on the upcoming '2013 Grammy Nominees' album, a 22-song collection that features the most critically-acclaimed songs of the year from some of music's biggest names.

Hunter Hayes Is Learning to Fly

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 18:00:01 +0000

Three Grammy nominations and the chart-topping success of his current single, ‘Wanted,’ aren’t enough to satisfy Hunter Hayes. No — the singer/songwriter/country phenom has soaring, plans and they include learning to fly. Cue that famous R. Kelly song! “I believe I can fly…” Only Hayes doesn’t just “believe” that he can fly. He is doing [...]

Hunter Hayes, Wynonna Judd + More to Judge Music Competition for Unsigned Hopefuls

Megan Pacella — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 01:00:36 +0000

There are plenty of talented artists out there whose music you've never heard. After all, where would your favorite artists be without their record labels? To help undiscovered singers find their way, Hunter Hayes, Wynonna Judd, Craig Morgan and Dustin Lynch have agreed to judge the official Unsigned Only music competition.

Hunter Hayes Gifts Himself to Celebrate Chart-Topping Single, 'Wanted'

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 15:00:31 +0000

Having the first chart-topping single of your career is a very big deal. Having that song top the charts for two weeks is even a bigger deal, as Hunter Hayes experienced earlier this year with his hit song, ‘Wanted.’ Since hitting No. 1 with the tune, Hayes has also picked up multiple awards, including the [...]