Keith Urban's Big Week: Opry Tribute to Crystal Gayle and a New Show on the Horizon!

Country music fans listen up! Keith Urban just had a seriously cool week. He wowed everyone at the Grand Ole Opry's huge 100th birthday bash with a special performance and he's getting ready to hit The Road for a brand new TV show . Let's dive into all the awesome details.

Opry 100 and a Crystal Gayle Serenade: Keith Urban Brings Down the House in Nashville

Nashville was buzzing because the Grand Ole Opry turned 100! That's a century of country music history people. To celebrate all the big names came out and Keith Urban was definitely one of the highlights. He took to the stage at the Ryman Auditorium and totally nailed a cover of Crystal Gayle 's classic song "Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue."

Wearing a sleek black blazer and all black outfit Keith Urban really made the song his own while still honoring the original. Before he started singing he shared some sweet words about Crystal Gayle who was actually in the audience. He mentioned she first played the Opry as a teenager and was inducted by her legendary sister Loretta Lynn. He said Crystal has always been her "own artist" and that he wanted to play this iconic "crossover hit" just for her. How cool is that?

After the Crystal Gayle tribute Keith Urban switched gears and rocked out to his own song "Wasted Time." He really knows how to work a crowd whether it is with a heartfelt ballad or an upbeat jam.

From Vegas to the Open Road: Keith Urban's New CBS Show "The Road" is Coming Soon

But wait there's more! Besides his Opry gig Keith Urban also announced he is going to be even busier. He is launching a brand new CBS show called "The Road." This show sounds super interesting. Keith will be traveling all around the country to find the next big music star. Think of it as a musical treasure hunt across America.

Keith explained that he spent years playing in small pubs and knows what it is like to hustle as a new artist. He wants to give up-and-coming musicians a real shot. He's going to throw these artists into "real-world environments" to see if they have what it takes. He said paying your dues is tough but it teaches you things you just can't learn any other way like how to put together a setlist or work a crowd. For Keith touring is "where the rubber meets the road" and he wants to help new artists find their own road to success.

Opry 100 Star-Studded Lineup: Carrie Underwood Jelly Roll and More Join the Celebration

The Opry 100 celebration wasn't just about Keith Urban though. It was a massive night for country music with tons of stars hitting the stage. Carrie Underwood performed a super emotional tribute to Randy Travis even bringing Randy to tears by letting him sing the "Amen" at the end of "Forever and Ever Amen." Jelly Roll The War and Treaty and Post Malone were also there making it a truly unforgettable event. Blake Shelton hosted the whole thing keeping the energy high and the party going.

Other amazing performances included Reba McEntire honoring Patsy Cline and Loretta Lynn Carly Pearce celebrating Dolly Parton and Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood recreating a classic George & Tammy duet. It was a night that spanned generations of country music showing just how much the Opry means to everyone.

Keith Urban's Opry Legacy: From Aussie Kid to Honored Member

For Keith Urban becoming part of the Grand Ole Opry family back in 2012 was a huge moment. He said it was "a long way from Caboolture Queensland Australia to the stage here at The Grand Ole Opry." Standing in that circle on the Opry stage he felt both honored and a sense of responsibility. He dedicated himself to honoring the history of country music and also to supporting its future. His recent Opry performance and new TV show are definitely living up to that promise.