Keith Urban has been the inspiration for countless artists, but he likely wouldn’t be the singer, songwriter and performer that he is today without being inspired by one of his own musical heroes. It was John Mellencamp who inspired Urban to do his own, genre-free style of music, both on stage and with his records. “I love John Mellencamp,” Urban…
Keith Urban was part of an epic, all-star collaboration recently, when he combined his talents with Elton John and Ed Sheeran, to sing on Foy Vance’s “Guiding Light (Anniversary Edition).” The song was released in honor of the tenth anniversary of Vance’s Joy Of Nothing album, which Vance originally sang with Sheeran. Urban spoke out about the collaboration on social…
Keith Urban will have an entirely new record, out soon. The country music hitmaker reveals that his next project is already completed, although he isn’t ready to share it with the world, at least not yet. “It’s so frustrating sitting on so much,” Urban told Access Hollywood. “It is a whole album of new music that I’m jonesing to…
We now know who will be handing out trophies at this year’s CMA Awards. Keith Urban, Martina McBride and Chris Young have been announced as presenters, along with Paula Abdul, Bill Anderson, comedian Nate Bargatze, Jordan Davis, Brian Kelley, Lady A, Broadway actor Kevin Cahoon, Craig Morgan, Parker McCollum, Golden Bachelor star Gerry Turner, actress and singer Cynhia Erivao,…
Keith Urban is one of the reigning hitmakers in country music, and has been for more than 20 years. In honor of his 56th birthday, we rounded up 11 facts about his life and career, including his favorite food, biggest pet peeves, and more. 1. He wasn’t born in Australia. Urban is known as one of Australia’s biggest celebrities,…
17 years ago today, on October 19, 2006, a new chapter in Keith Urban‘s life began. It was on this day that the New Zealand-born star checked into the Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, California, a little less than four months after he married actress Nicole Kidman. “I deeply regret the hurt this has caused Nicole and the…
Dolly Parton is the one who officially inducted country music superstar, Keith Urban, into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame last week. The Country Music Hall of Fame member praised Urban, after he invited her to induct him via a hand-written letter. “I’m sure all of you know and feel the same way, I have never seen a person…
Keith Urban is officially a member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. The New Zealand-born superstar was inducted into the prestigious hall last week by Dolly Parton, after he invited her by sending her a hand-written letter. Urban shared his thoughts on his induction, especially by the Country Music Hall of Fame member, on social media. “Thank you…
Keith Urban is officially a member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. The 55-year-old was inducted alongside Kix Brooks, David Lee Murphy, Casey Beathard, Rafe Van Hoy and the late John Jarrard, celebrating Urban’s songwriting talents and abilities. Ahead of his induction, Urban shared what he believes is the secret to penning a great song, something he has proven he…
Keith Urban has written a lot of his hit singles, including “Days Go By,” “Sweet Thing,” “Long Hot Summer,” “Wild Hearts” and more. While he isn’t willing to pick a favorite song of his, Urban does say that there is one song, specifically “Somebody Like You,” that had perhaps the biggest impact on his career, and will always hold…
