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Hilarious! Carrie Underwood Pranks Hunter Hayes

Rob Banks — Mon, 20 May 2013 04:45:35 +0000

Honestly, I got a good laugh out of this. There’s been this thing called “goating”, where sometimes a singer sounds a tad like a goat, so people replace their voice with a goat sound. If you don’t know what I’m talking about — check out Carrie Underwood pranking Hunter Hayes on his last show on her [...]

Hunter Hayes Insists He'd Make a Terrible Prom Date

Christina Vinson — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:05:45 +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.

First 2013 CMT Music Awards Performers Announced

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 14 May 2013 05:15:26 +0000

Fans everywhere are looking forward to the 2013 CMT Music Awards, which are coming up in June. The first country music awards show to let fans vote for their favorites, the yearly event also features live performances by some of country’s biggest artists — and this year is no exception. Luke Bryan is certainly having [...]

Top 5 Most Influential Country Stars of 2013 (So Far) — #5: Hunter Hayes

Rob Banks — Mon, 06 May 2013 05:53:32 +0000

This guy is going to be the next big thing in country music. And he’s already well on his way. Hunter Hayes played every instrument that was on his debut album, which has produced four singles, including one massive single that crossed over so well into the pop world, he put country on the map to [...]

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 on Playing Shows Near West, Texas Tragedy: 'Your Heart Is So Heavy'

Billy Dukes — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:45:26 +0000

Last week's fertilizer plant explosion in West, Texas was part of a very difficult news week, but country stars like Hunter Hayes are sensitive to the challenges of playing shows in the affected areas immediately afterward. Hayes is opening the Blown Away Tour with Carrie Underw ood, which has three stops scheduled this week and last within three hours of the small town.

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

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 03:45:42 +0000

Hunter Hayes has landed a fashion-leaning feature in the pages of the May issue of Esquire, which lands 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 — Tue, 16 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 08:30:49 +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 [...]

Listen to Hunter Hayes' New Song 'I Want Crazy' [VIDEO]

Rob Banks — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:55:11 +0000

Hunter Hayes has been quite the breakout country star. He's topped the charts twice already, had a double platinum song and a gold album, is on a major tour with Carrie Underwood and has enough star power to have people gossiping about his personal life.

Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley + Hunter Hayes Perform 'Outstanding in Our Field' at 2013 ACMs

Christina Vinson — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 00:46:17 +0000

The 2013 ACM Awards got off to a great start Sunday, with a fantastic performance from three country crooners who are truly 'outstanding in their field' -- Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley and the young Hunter Hayes lit up the MGM arena, performing the 'Wheelhouse' star's new song, 'Outstanding in Our Field.'

Country Stars Keep Us Updated During ACM Awards Pre-Show

Rob Banks — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 21:53:59 +0000

The 2013 ACM Awards are coming up in just over two hours! Your favorite country stars have been down in Vegas this week, playing shows gearing up for the big show, and they've been keeping us updated by the minute as they get ready to hit the red carpet!

Carrie Underwood, Hunter Hayes 'Blow Us Away' at First Niagara Center [PICTURES]

Wendy Lynn — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:18:25 +0000

Here is a recap in pictures of last night's (March 26) Carrie Underwood and Hunter Hayes concert. What a show!!

Hunter Hayes Fan, Soundcheck Contest Winner Gets Very Emotional Backstage [VIDEO]

Brett Alan — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 17:10:44 +0000

I was lucky enough to be backstage with Kelly, our Hunter Hayes sign winner, yesterday when she met him for the very first time. It was an incredibly emotional moment. I've seen people become star struck before, but this was a phenomenon that I've never actually witnessed myself.

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.

Congratulations to Kelly — WYRK's Hunter Hayes Soundcheck Party Winner!

WYRK Staff — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 04:01:46 +0000

We asked our fans to create a sign for Hunter Hayes that would grab his attention when he comes to play in Buffalo on Tuesday, March 26, with Carrie Underwood, for the chance to win a private soundcheck party! And the winner is...

Win a Private Soundcheck Party With Hunter Hayes!

Wendy Lynn — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 04:00:49 +0000

WYRK welcomes Warner Recording artist Hunter Hayes to Buffalo on March 26, and we think it would be cool to send you and three of your best friends to a private soundcheck party with Hunter! Here’s your shot to get an exclusive look at one of today’s hottest country stars before he opens for Carrie [...]

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 is Dating Who?

Rob Banks — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 05:49:50 +0000

He is turning out to be country music’s most talented and eligible bachelor. But, he may be off the market with one young acting gal from L.A. According to Taste of Country, Hunter Hayes, 21, went out and met Selena Gomez at a concert in L.A. on February 10, where they exchanged number and were flirting [...]