Before They Were Famous

When Keith Urban was 13, he was your average teenager. It wouldn't be until late that year that he got his first taste of the spotlight.

He was floored.

Vince Gill is revealing industry secrets.

See what some of your favorite country artists did for money before they hit the big time.

Unveil the heartwarming friendship between Luke Combs and Lainey Wilson, showcased through mutual respect and shared experiences.

Unveil the fascinating tale of how DJ Dewey Phillips launched Elvis Presley into stardom 70 years ago.

Discover Keith Urban's evolution from studio musician to country star.

Jelly Roll commends Post Malone's authentic passion for country music during a recent interview, sparking excitement in the industry.

Big Kenny Alphin of Big and Rich might have the country record for most careers held before achieving success on Nashville's biggest stages. According to a 2005 article at Co-Opliving.com, the blond half of the duo held several jobs and ran several businesses before finishing high school. There was the T-shirt company, then he ran a logging crew...

Kix Brooks enjoyed a colorful childhood that eventually included four years at military school before heading to Louisiana Tech University as a theater arts major. He was closer to 30 years old before he arrived in Nashville and scored a songwriting gig for Tree Publishing.