Tonight I attended the Hollywood Music in Media Awards (HMMA), as my song “Walkin Thru Hell” was nominated as “Country Song of the Year.” Didn’t win. Not incredibly surprised by this - not because I don’t think the song is worth the accolade; I certainly believe in that song, and am very proud to hold the nomination. No, I guess I just questioned whether or not a song like that would win ANY award in today’s country music market. Of course, the HMMA isn’t the CMAs or even the CMTs. It’s a HOLLYWOOD award. I guess it’s no big shock, then, that a “Swedish Country” song won the award.
Some in attendance were a bit peeved at this. I just laughed. The experience was an interesting one, to be sure. This was my first time walking a red carpet as a nominee. It was the first time I’d seen my name up on a screen of nominees. It was the first time someone had preceded me through a door holding my name on a card. It was the first time someone interviewed me on video about my music. Just all kind of…well, weird to be honest. Still, fun - entertaining.
I have to say, there are worse things in the world than being nominated for an award, getting your girlfriend dressed up, and walking down a red carpet with her. Kudos to the HMMA for giving me that opportunity. Will I submit music to them for consideration in the future? Doubtful. But, I am certainly glad to have received the nod this year.
I guess it’s true what they say - “Feels great just to be nominated.”
Yeahcomeon!
- Dukes
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