Keith Urban recently took the stage at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium for the 17th Annual Team MCA: Live At The Ryman luncheon during Country Radio Seminar (CRS) 2026. The country music superstar performed a stripped-down set on electric guitar, showcasing his musical talent without a backup band. One of the highlights of his performance was a rendition of Robbie Dupree’s 1980s hit “Steal Away,” a song that was celebrated as one of the greatest one-hit wonders of the 80s by VH1.
While seated center stage in a casual ensemble of a short-sleeved T-shirt and blue jeans, Urban delighted the crowd with his signature country vocals and musical prowess. As he sang the lyrics to “Steal Away,” he seamlessly incorporated his own original lyrics into the tune on the fly. This impromptu performance hinted at what fans can expect from Urban’s upcoming album of yacht rock covers.
During the event, Urban shared with the audience that his next project will be an album of covers with a theme of yacht rock songs. This new album will mark the first time he has released an album of covers, with only one original track included. While details about the album’s release date remain undisclosed, Urban did treat the audience to snippets of other cover tracks, such as Stephen Bishop’s “On and On” and an original called “We Go Back.”
In addition to his musical performance, Urban was honored with the Randy Owen Angels Among Us Award for his dedicated philanthropic work with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Other artists who graced the stage during the event included Kassi Ashton, Dalton Davis, Wyatt Flores, Tyler Hubbard, and Kenny Whitmire, making it a memorable and star-studded affair.
Urban’s performance at the Ryman Auditorium highlighted his versatility and skill as a musician, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting chapter in his career. With a new album on the horizon and continued success in both music and philanthropy, Keith Urban remains a figure to watch in the entertainment world.
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