45th Annual GMA Dove Awards' Nominees Announced
The Gospel Music Association (GMA) has announced the nominees in 42 categories for the 45th Annual GMA Dove Awards. The Dove Awards 2014 will take place on Tuesday, 7th October 2014 at Allen Arena in Nashville. Wayne Haun leads the nominations with 12, whilst Hillsong United, Lecrae, Mandisa and Matt Maher each have 5 nominations.
In the Artist of the Year category, the nominations include Casting Crowns, Hillsong United, Lecrae, Mandisa, NEEDTOBREATHE and Switchfoot, whilst the New Artist of the Year category features 1 Girl Nation, Andy Mineo, Ellie Holcomb, Hillsong Young & Free and Love & The Outcome.
In total, Hillsong Music received an unprecedented 10 nominations, with Hillsong United's haul including Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Contemporary Christian Performance of the Year and Worship Song of the Year in addition to Pop Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year. Hillsong's Young & Free, the newest brand to launch last year with the release of their debut, 'We Are Young & Free', received four nominations including nods for their debut album and single 'Alive'.
"We are honored to receive these nominations for Dove Awards and are humbled that people listen to our music," stated the Hillsong Music team.
"Congratulations to all the nominees of the 45th Annual GMA Dove Awards," said Jackie Patillo, Executive Director of the Gospel Music Association. "The Doves celebrate the impact of all genres of Gospel music, recognizing talent, ministry and outstanding performances. It is an honor and a privilege to once again have Lipscomb University as our host for Gospel music's biggest event of the year."