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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.

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.

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 [...]

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.Â 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 Thinks Kree Harrison Could Win 'American Idol'

Christina Vinson — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 15:52:37 +0000

When you sing in a way that almost makes Keith Urban cry, you know you're good. Country hopeful Kree Harrison, a strong contestant on this year's 'American Idol,' has continued to wow the judges in such a way that the New Zealand-born star thinks Harrison could become America's next 'idol.'

Keith Urban Loves Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey, Nicole Kidman Assures

Cory Stromblad — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 15:04:27 +0000

Keith Urban certainly has his hands full with his fellow Season 12 'American Idol' judges, those dueling divas known as Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj. But according to the country superstar's wife, Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman, the 'For You' singer is actually very fond of the strong-willed women.

Tim McGraw Spills on Recording 'Highway Don't Care' 'With' Taylor Swift, Keith Urban

Cory Stromblad — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 21:12:52 +0000

Is 'Highway Don't Care' one of your favorite tracks from Tim McGraw's 'Two Lanes of Freedom' album? If so, you have modern technology to thank for the colossal collaboration between the superstar, Taylor Swift and Keith Urban.

Keith Urban Shares How He Used to Spend Christmas as a Kid

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 14:00:54 +0000

For most young children, there is nothing more euphoric than Christmas morning. Waking up early is a requirement. Flying down the steps to tear open presents is also a given. Country superstar Keith Urban was no different than your average, Christmas-loving kid while growing up in Australia. The singer revealed how he spent Christmas mornings and how he was the personal alarm clock of Mom and Dad Urban!

Keith Urban Releases Annual Calendar to Benefit St. Jude Research Hospital

Megan Pacella — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 14:00:03 +0000

For the past few years, Keith Urban has released a calendar of photos that his fans have taken of him. No, he’s not trying to boost his own ego. The photo-heavy calendar is sold to benefit St. Jude Research Hospital. Actually, the fundraiser is more of a group effort between Urban and his fans. Anyone [...]

Cassadee Pope Turns in Stunning Version of Keith Urban's 'Stupid Boy' on 'The Voice'

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:00:20 +0000

On Monday's (Dec. 10) semi-finals episode of 'The Voice,' Blake Shelton team member Cassadee Pope turned in an absolutely stunning version of Keith Urban's 'Stupid Boy.' It was a showstopper performance -- one that should have Shelton convinced he has at least one contestant in the finals.

Keith Urban Nominated for GQ Australia's 'Man of the Year' Honor

Jessica Nicholson — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 18:00:33 +0000

Country music heartthrob and ‘American Idol’ judge Keith Urban is nominated for GQ Australia’s Man of the Year honor in 2012. Urban, who was also a judge on the ‘The Voice Australia,’ is up against other Aussie celebrities including actor Liam Hemsworth, ‘Australian Idol’ winner Guy Sebastian, ‘Thor’ actor Chris Hemsworth, Australian cricket captain Michael [...]

Keith Urban, 'For You' – Lyrics Uncovered

Alanna Conaway — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 13:00:44 +0000

When Keith Urban was approached by the big-wigs behind the epic film, ‘Act of Valor,’ to create a song for its official motion picture soundtrack, he was honored, but knew he had a big job on his hands to come up with the perfect ‘For You’ lyrics. “Being commissioned to write a song for the [...]

Keith Urban Officially Confirmed as Next 'American Idol' Judge

Sterling Whitaker — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 14:48:18 +0000

Country’s own superstar Keith Urban has been officially confirmed as one of the judges for the upcoming 12th season of the hit Fox reality singing competition ‘American Idol.’ The Australian-born star has been rumored to be in talks with the show for weeks, and recently raised speculation to a fever pitch when he quit his [...]

Keith Urban Accepts Offer to Judge 'American Idol'

Billy Dukes — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 22:24:27 +0000

Keith Urban has accepted an offer from Fox producer’s to judge ‘American Idol‘ next season, less than one day after being named the frontrunner for an open seat on the panel. The Country Vibe reports that Urban has agreed to take the job, making him the second country superstar on a major network reality show.

Keith Urban Is Leading Contender for 'American Idol' Judge Spot, Insider Says

Amy Sciarretto — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 16:00:44 +0000

Keith Urban already has experience as a reality show judge, having served as a coach on the Australian version of ‘The Voice.’ Now, Urban may be lured to a competing show’s lair, since sources are indicating that ‘American Idol’ producers would like a country star on the revamped panel and that Urban their No. 1 choice to fill that genre-specific slot.

Keith Urban Covers 'Call Me Maybe' by Carly Rae Jepsen

Cory Stromblad — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 21:00:47 +0000

It’s the video that launched a million phone calls. During his set at Country Fest 2012 in Wisconsin, Keith Urban covered this year’s pop summer anthem ‘Call Me Maybe,’ made famous by Canadian darling Carly Rae Jepsen.

Keith Urban Wins Video of the Year and International Artist of the Year at CMC Music Awards

Brittany Joy Cooper — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:59:48 +0000

Australia’s Country Music Channel just announced their CMC Awards for the year, and Aussie country star Keith Urban took home the award in two categories. After bagging the awards for Video of the Year for his crossover hit ‘Without You’ and International Artist of the Year, Urban tweeted early this morning (March 16), “SO thrilled to win Video of the Year and International Artist of the Year at the @CMC_Australia Awards!!!!!!! THANK U for voting!!!!!!!!”

Keith Urban Tops Charts With LoCash Cowboys-Penned Hit 'You Gonna Fly'

Alanna Conaway — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 19:04:37 +0000

Congratulations are in order once again for Keith Urban, who has hit the No. 1 slot on the country singles chart right now for the 14th time. His latest single, ‘You Gonna Fly,’ written by the LoCash Cowboys‘ Preston Brust and Chris Lucas (along with Jaren Johnston), spent only 19 weeks on the chart before reaching the top, marking one of the singer’s fastest rising hits to date.

Keith Urban Joins Pinterest

Brittany Joy Cooper — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 18:15:26 +0000

What can we say? When the DIY-laced, fashion-forward, recipe-stocked pin craze of Pinterest began, we never thought we’d be reporting that male country music stars would be getting in on the action. But Pinterest has taken on a new role of late, serving as just another social media outlet where artists can do what has become so vital these days: connect with their fans. Perhaps this is why New-Zealand born Aussie Keith Urban just added his name to the list of pinners you can follow with his new Pinterest page.