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George Strait, Keith Urban + More Added as 2013 CMT Music Awards Performers

Christina Vinson — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:00:39 +0000

The 2013 CMT Music Awards will be a big night in country music, boasting a terrific lineup of fan-favorite acts, including the King himself. Recently added to the mix are George Strait, Keith Urban and Lady Antebellum, making this evening a truly entertaining country music party.

Keith Urban vs. Kellie Pickler – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:00:15 +0000

Two hot country-stars-turned-television-stars will square off in this week's first Showdown. Keith Urban is the champion by way of beating Thomas Rhett's new single over the weekend. 'Little Bit of Everything' took a commanding lead and held on while Rhett's faithful came charging back.

Would Keith Urban Return to 'American Idol'?

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 18 May 2013 17:42:11 +0000

Most average people hate their jobs, toiling away to earn a wage and to make ends meet. It is a rare and precious few who get to do what they love for a living, and Keith Urban is one of those fortunate folks when it comes to being a judge on the embattled 'American Idol.' The singer and guitarist wants to return to his seat for Season 13 in 2014 and with good reason.

Thomas Rhett vs. Keith Urban – The Showdown

Billy Dukes — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:00:59 +0000

After a performance on 'American Idol' last night, Keith Urban is hoping his new song can take the Showdown win this weekend. The judge and country superstar will be up against a two-night champion who has knocked out Jana Kramer and Phil Vassar. Thomas Rhett's 'It Goes Like This' is proving to be a tough song to top.

Keith Urban Joins Kree Harrison for 'Where the Blacktop Ends' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:40:24 +0000

'American Idol' season 12 finalist Kree Harrison performed on the show's finale Thursday night (May 16), and she was joined by judges Keith Urban and Randy Jackson for a high-energy rendition of Urban's hit 'Where the Blacktop Ends.'

Keith Urban Performs 'Little Bit of Everything' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 17 May 2013 01:20:21 +0000

‘American Idol‘ judge Keith Urban sang his current single ‘Little Bit of Everything’ on the hit reality singing competition on Thursday night (May 16), showing the contestants how it’s done in the big leagues with a polished, tight and energetic performance. The song is a marriage of country-tinged instrumentation with a very radio-friendly pop hook, [...]

Keith Urban Reveals Randy Jackson's Replacement and Who He Thinks Will Win 'American Idol' on 'Ellen'

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:00:11 +0000

After the news broke last week that Randy Jackson will be departing 'American Idol' at the end of its 12th season, fellow judge and country star Keith Urban has revealed who will be taking his place -- sort of.

Keith Urban, 'Little Bit of Everything' – Song Review

Billy Dukes — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:00:18 +0000

Perhaps it should be no surprise that after five months spent judging 'American Idol,' Keith Urban has delivered his most pop-friendly single to date in 'Little Bit of Everything.' The talented singer and guitarist uses tricks in production that a less established singer would be skewered for. The result is a delightful summer jam that's short on nutritional content.

Keith Urban Recounts Crazy Fans and His Rolling Stones Experience on 'Conan'

Christina Vinson — Sat, 11 May 2013 16:15:09 +0000

Like many world-class performers, Keith Urban has hilarious stories of his highly unpredictable life as a touring musician. He recently appeared on Conan O'Brien's late night TV show and revealed a few entertaining highlights of the past few months, including a body part he didn't think he'd ever autograph and what it was like to play with the Rolling Stones.

Are Keith Urban and His Fellow 'American Idol' Judges All Getting Fired?

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:00:04 +0000

After a season of plummeting ratings, all four ‘American Idol‘ judges will be fired and replaced — along with one of the show’s main producers, according to the latest rumors. The Wrap reported Thursday (May 9) that “an individual with knowledge of Fox’s plans” told them exclusively that Keith Urban, Nicki Minaj, Mariah Carey and [...]

Keith Urban Teases Upbeat New Single

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 08 May 2013 18:00:02 +0000

Keith Urban premiered a 23-second snippet of some much-anticipated new music -- a brand new single, which will be serviced to country radio on Monday, May 13. It's a short tease, Urban fanatics will find it good enough to tide them over for the time being.

Tim McGraw Explores Dangers of Texting and Driving in Powerful 'Highway Don't Care' Video With Taylor Swift, Keith Urban

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:49:29 +0000

Tim McGraw‘s ‘Highway Don’t Care’ video is like a mini-movie, which isn’t surprising, since the singer has had plenty of big screen experience as an actor in full-length films. The clip acts as somewhat of a PSA to warn of the dangers of texting and driving. But it’s not that simple. The video features McGraw [...]

Keith Urban Voted Best 'American Idol' Judge Ever

Megan Pacella — Sat, 04 May 2013 17:40:51 +0000

Even though Keith Urban has only been a judge on ‘American Idol‘ for one season, which is winding down as we speak, his quiet and kind demeanor has already made him a fan favorite. In fact, Urban was recently voted ‘Best Idol Judge Ever’ in a Zimbio readers poll. In the poll of 1,200 Zimbio [...]

Keith Urban Joins Rolling Stones Onstage in Los Angeles

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 04 May 2013 15:43:59 +0000

Keith Urban had a real rock star moment at the Rolling Stones concert at the Staples Center in Los Angeles last night (May 3). Urban joined the legendary rock band onstage to perform ‘Respectable’ from their 1978 album ‘Some Girls.’ So it was a tale of two Keiths – Urban and Richards, knuckling down on [...]

Keith Urban Dresses Up Denim With a Blazer and Boots – Get the Look

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:00:19 +0000

Keith Urban is one of the most stylish acts in country music, always taking the utmost care to look polished and put together. We were surprised that he was so dressed down and casual at the 2013 ACM Awards, opting for jeans, an unbuttoned shirt and a blazer -- more similar to street or stage clothes, as opposed to a suit. But he still made it look good!

Keith Urban Sings Musical Tribute to George Jones

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:00:14 +0000

Keith Urban offered his musical tribute to George Jones, who passed away today (April 26) at the age of 81. While seated at and playing a white piano, Urban sang a few bars of Jones' 'He Stopped Loving Her Today,' which is largely regarded as one of the most important country songs ever.

Keith Urban + Vince Gill's We're All For the Hall Concert Nets Nearly $650,000

Megan Pacella — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:49:27 +0000

Thanks to the handiwork of Keith Urban, Vince Gill and a group of country music stars, the Country Music Hall of Fame has a nice-sized donation check coming its way. This year's All For the Hall benefit concert raised close to $650,000 for the museum of country music memories.

Keith Urban Fan Claims She Can't Remember Stabbing Boyfriend After Concert

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 17:00:58 +0000

A woman in Ottawa who’s on trial for stabbing her boyfriend after a Keith Urban concert claims she has no memory of either the crime, or the events directly before and after it took place. 25-year-old bar manager Ashley White has pleaded not guilty to charges of attempted murder in the stabbing of Patrick Halcro, [...]

Keith Urban's Fourth Annual We're All for the Hall Benefit: Willie Nelson, Vince Gill, Tim McGraw + More – Pictures

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Keith Urban's Fourth Annual We're All for the Hall concert -- which exists to benefit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville -- was held Tuesday (April 16) at the Bridgestone Arena in Music City. Country icons and contemporary acts were in the house to help support Urban's efforts -- everyone from Tim McGraw and Eric Church to Willie Nelson to Vince Gill and more.

Tim McGraw Feat. Taylor Swift, 'Highway Don't Care' – Lyrics Uncovered

Megan Pacella — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:00:22 +0000

Even though it's a bit of a sad love song, Tim McGraw's 'Highway Don't Care' lyrics are a perfect listen for cruising around town in the summertime. Featuring Taylor Swift's vocals and Keith Urban's expert guitar-playing, McGraw's latest single is already burning up the charts.

Tim McGraw Joined by Taylor Swift + Keith Urban for 'Highway Don't Care' at 2013 ACM Awards

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 02:43:33 +0000

Tim McGraw performed ‘Highway Don’t Care’ at the 2013 Academy of Country Music awards on Sunday night (April 7), and a couple of high-powered friends dropped in to help him out. Blake Shelton and Luke Bryan couldn’t resist a bit about McGraw, with Shelton saying that he didn’t see the big deal about McGraw’s new [...]

Keith Urban Rocks 'American Idol' With 'Long Hot Summer'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 01:26:18 +0000

Keith Urban showed the current crop of contestants how it’s done in the big leagues with a high-energy performance of ‘Long Hot Summer’ on ‘American Idol‘ Thursday night (March 28). The country star and ‘Idol’ Season 12 judge is gearing up to go out on tour this summer with Little Big Town and Dustin Lynch, and [...]

Will Keith Urban Return for Another Season of 'American Idol'?

Christina Vinson — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 20:30:26 +0000

As Keith Urban gears up for the second leg of his 2013 Light the Fuse Tour -- and 'American Idol' begins to wind down -- lots of people are wondering if the New Zealand-born singer will call it quits after this season, or if he'll return for another round of finding America's next idol.

Keith Urban Announces Second Leg of 2013 Light the Fuse Tour Dates

Amy Sciarretto — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 16:30:12 +0000

Keith Urban has announced the second leg of his 2013 Light the Fuse Tour via a fun collection of live video clips. You get a real sense of what life is like on the road with the singer, guitarist and 'American Idol' judge, thanks to this two-minute series which features plenty of moments of both backstage and onstage revelry.

Keith Urban Would Welcome a Collaboration With Little Big Town

Christina Vinson — Sat, 23 Mar 2013 14:25:31 +0000

When Keith Urban's 2013 headlining tour kicks off this summer, he will be spending lots of quality time on the road with country quartet Little Big Town. With all that traveling together, there may be a hit collaboration in the making...or at least, that's what the 'You Gonna Fly' singer hopes.

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman to Renew Their Wedding Vows

Christina Vinson — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 17:00:18 +0000

Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman take marriage seriously, and they're not going to limit themselves to saying 'I do' to each other just 'Once in a Lifetime.' In fact, the superstar couple is planning to renew their wedding vows in Australia this June, at the site where they first said tied the knot.

Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley + Lady Antebellum Added to 'ACM Presents Tim McGraw's Superstar Summer Night'

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 21:38:03 +0000

Tim McGaw's 'Superstar Summer Night' is shaping up to be one star-studded event, thanks to a continually evolving lineup. New additions to the already all-star lineup include Keith Urban, Dierks Bentley and Lady Antebellum. But it's not just country acts that are going to rock out with McGraw. Pitbull, the Cuban pop star known for his addictive Latin dance jams and 'hip-pop' tracks, is also newly slated to perform.

Keith Urban Is Relieved 'American Idol' Is Now in Voters' Hands

Christina Vinson — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 20:00:25 +0000

'American Idol' judge Keith Urban doesn't enjoy being the bad news bearer to contestants who are singing their hearts out, especially when it's in front of millions of viewers. Now that the Top 10 have been chosen, and America will choose their 'Idol,' Urban is glad to pass that decision on to someone else.

Keith Urban Wouldn't Mind Having Musical Daughters

Megan Pacella — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 22:00:08 +0000

With killer creative genes from both of their parents, it wouldn't be a shock to anyone if Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman's daughters, Sunday Rose and Faith Margaret, ended up in the music industry some day. Regardless of what the girls end up doing in the future, Urban and Kidman are making sure to introduce their children to music from the start.

Lazaro Arbos Sings Keith Urban's 'Tonight I Wanna Cry' on 'American Idol'

Sterling Whitaker — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:01:59 +0000

Singer Lazaro Arbos performed the Keith Urban song ‘Tonight I Wanna Cry’ on ‘American Idol’ Thursday night (Feb. 28), earning a mixed opinion from the judges. The young singer has stuttered since the age of 6, to the point where he says he works at an ice cream shop because it was the only job [...]