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Five Things Noticeably Missing From the 2012 CMA Awards

Billy Dukes — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 19:30:14 +0000

There were first-time winners in the Entertainer, Album and Vocal Group of the Year categories at the 2012 CMA Awards, and fans saw brilliant performances by stars like Little Big Town, Kelly Clarkson, the Band Perry and Zac Brown Band. However, there were a few noticeable absences from this year's Nashville ceremony.

Hunter Hayes Sings "Wanted" at the CMA Awards [VIDEO]

Stephanie Crist — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 19:44:07 +0000

Acadiana's own Hunter Hayes sang his #1 song "Wanted" on the 46th annual CMA Awards last night!

2012 CMA Awards Best Dressed Pictures

Taste of Country Staff — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 10:28:14 +0000

The best dressed stars at the 2012 CMA Awards took chances, but didn't stray too far from the colorful gowns and classic suits one expects on country music's biggest night. We liked that. Only one man makes the list of clean outfits -- a testament to the many beautiful females that had flashes popping. Scroll down to see the best of the best dressed from the 2012 CMAs.

Predict the CMA Awards Winner Announced

Jude Walker — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 10:16:51 +0000

Yesterday we let you try to predict the top four awards at last night's CMA Awards. You had to guess who would win Entertainer of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year and Vocal Group of the Year.

Hunter Hayes Wins CMA New Artist Of The Year!

Stephanie Crist — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 02:22:49 +0000

Acadiana's own Hunter Hayes wins his first CMA Award for New Artist of the Year!

Donate To Sandy Recovery During CMA Awards Tonight

Stephanie Crist — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 20:14:06 +0000

Red Cross donations will be sought for Hurricane Sandy recovery during tonight's Country Music Association Awards, live on ABC at 7:00 PM.

CMA Announces First Winners

Stephanie Crist — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 20:11:54 +0000

Toby Keith, Tim McGraw and Kenny Chesney are early winners for the 46th annual CMA Awards, set to air tonight at 7:00 PM on ABC.

Predict the CMA Awards For a Chance to Win Sesame Street Tickets

Jude Walker — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 11:00:48 +0000

Tonight is the Country Music Awards and we want you to help us predict who the winners will be. Don’t worry we have a special prize for you if you are right with your predictions. How does a family four pack of up-close-and-personal Sesame Street Live tickets sound? That’s right, if you can get all [...]

Nashville Celebrates CMA Week!

Stephanie Crist — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 19:54:47 +0000

Check out all the fun events going on in Nashville leading up to the 46th annual CMA Awards!

Taylor Swift to Debut 'Begin Again' Live at the 2012 CMA Awards

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 18:00:56 +0000

Details have emerged regarding Taylor Swift's upcoming 2012 CMA Awards performance, which will air live on Thursday, Nov. 1. The singer -- who is in full-on promotion mode for her fourth album 'Red' -- is set to sing the new song 'Begin Again' at the ceremony, according to ABC News.

Hunter Hayes Headed To "Ellen"

Stephanie Crist — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 20:00:54 +0000

Acadiana's own Hunter Hayes will make a second appearance on the "Ellen" show on Oct 22!

Lee Brice Petitions for CMAs Votes With Hilarious Viral Campaign Videos

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 06 Oct 2012 14:00:11 +0000

Has Lee Brice petitioned to include his name as a last minute addition to the upcoming Presidential election ballot? Well... not quite, but the 'Hard to Love' singer has released a series of hilarious campaign videos, which spoof typical political warfare tactics in an effort to sway voters of his own. The 'Hard to Love' singer is hoping that when deciding the fate of the New Artist trophy for the upcoming CMA Awards ceremony, industry reps will choose him.

Performers Announced For CMA Awards

Stephanie Crist — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 20:36:16 +0000

Jason Aldean, Dierks Bentley, Kelly Clarkson and Little Big Town have been announced as first round performers at the upcoming CMA Awards on Nov 1.

See the CMAs Live in Nashville + Meet the Band Perry Backstage

Townsquare Media — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 09:46:32 +0000

It's the biggest night in country music, and you could be a part of it.

Enter here for a trip to see the CMAs in person in Nashville on November 1. The show features Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Kenny Chesney, Taylor, Eric Church, Brad Paisley... and just about everyone else. Plus, you'll get to meet the Band Perry backstage before the show.

Hunter Hayes Is Having A Great Week!

Stephanie Crist — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 19:49:45 +0000

Acadiana's own Hunter Hayes has just been added to the lineup for the ACM Honors ceremony on Monday, as he celebrates his first #1 song!

Lionel Richie 'Thrilled' to Get First-Ever CMA Awards Nomination for Darius Rucker Duet

Megan Pacella — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 22:00:06 +0000

With a long and mega-successful career, you would think that Lionel Richie would have been nominated for practically every music award there is by now. But in the short time since he crossed over into the country side of things, Richie hasn't been formally honored for his work -- until now, that is. This year, the 'Just for You' hitmaker received his first ever CMA Awards nomination.

Little Big Town – A 13 Year Overnight Success

Stephanie Crist — Sat, 08 Sep 2012 15:00:45 +0000

Little Big Town has their first #1 song, 3 CMA nominations and a new cd coming out Tuesday!

Eric Church Most Nominated Artist For Upcoming CMA Awards

Jude Walker — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 10:56:58 +0000

Eric Church has put in a lot of hard work to get where he is now. And where he is now is only the most nominated artist in the upcoming 46th CMA Awards.

Blake Shelton, Hunter Hayes React to 2012 CMA Awards Nominations

Megan Pacella — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 09:31:20 +0000

Blake Shelton is pretty used to being nominated for big awards, but that doesn’t mean he’s not ecstatic to receive more nods at the CMAs this year. The ‘God Gave Me You’ hitmaker has racked up four new nominations in 2012. Meanwhile, 20-year-old Hunter Hayes is enjoying the first CMA nomination — and he’s eternally grateful.

And The Nominees Are….

Stephanie Crist — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:20:47 +0000

Eric Church leads the list of nominees for the 46th annual CMA Awards, and Acadiana's own Hunter Hayes got his very first CMA nomination!