It seems like Hunter Hayes has always been destined for stardom. From the age of 2, he was teaching himself to play various
instruments. Since then, he's shared the stage with country icons like Johnny Cash and Hank Williams Jr. and current stars
Brad Paisley and Lady Antebellum -- all before the age of 19. Now, he's about to release his first debut album with the single
"Storm Warning." This month, CMT will showcase Hunter Hayes' exclusive performances. For now, find out more about this country
prodigy's incredible story, see performance photos and more.
Videos & More
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Twitter Time Hunter answers fan questions from Twitter.
Preshow Ritual Find out what Hunter does to get pumped up for shows.
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In a Minute See how many questions Hunter can answer in a CMT Minute.
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Meet Hunter Hayes Get to know more about the multi-talented Hunter Hayes.
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Take Cover Watch Hunter's debut video, "Storm Warning."
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Performance Photos Newcomer Hunter Hayes performs for a crowd in Nashville.
About CMT Listen Up
You never know who is going to be the next big thing in country music. But CMT Listen Up is here to introduce you to the new
artists creating a buzz in Music City. Each month, we'll bring you exclusive interviews and exciting live performances, so
you'll get to know the artist and their music before they reach superstar status. You haven't heard of these artists yet,
but we think you'll want to hear a lot more.