For years, Nashville radio stations literally laughed at the idea of an Australian singer topping the charts. That changed when a young man with a guitar decided to break every rule in the book.
During this wide-ranging and emotional conversation, Morgan Evans sat down with Bobby Bones to discuss the upcoming release of his hometown-inspired album, Steel Town (dropping March 20). Evans brought a physical record into the studio to show Bobby the exact catalyst for his career: Keith Urban.
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mrbobbybones: An album and an artist that changed Morgan Evans’ life
It all started when a mother dragged her teenage son to a small, sweaty local club in Newcastle. Morgan Evans sat in that crowd and watched a performer blend classic rock energy with country storytelling. He saw a man “ripping” on the guitar in a way that made his jaw drop.
One viewer said that this story makes them proud to be a fan since day one. Another person noted that they remember when nobody believed an Aussie could make it in Tennessee. His courage gave others the blueprint to follow their own dreams across the ocean.
That young boy who was “dragged” to the show eventually grew up to stand on the most famous stages in the world: the Grand Ole Opry with Keith Urban.
Morgan Evans and Keith Urban – Somebody Like You (Live at the Grand Ole Opry)
They performed “Somebody Like You,” which is the very song that changed everything years ago. Fans in the audience were moved to tears seeing the mentor and the student share the spotlight.
This artist is a true pioneer who leads with his heart and his hands. He continues to inspire new voices to speak their truth regardless of where they come from. Follow Keith Urban on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to stay connected to a legacy that is still being written.