Keith Urban’s High and Alive Tour Lights Up Australia
If there’s one thing you can count on at a Keith Urban concert, it’s that the energy is going to hit you the moment the lights go down. That’s exactly what happened in Wollongong on August 20, when the Australian-born, Nashville-based superstar brought his High and Alive world tour to the stage. From the second he stepped out, the crowd knew they were in for something special—and he did not disappoint.
Urban, who grew up in Caboolture before becoming a five-time ARIA and four-time Grammy Award winner, has long been admired for his effortless charm and masterful guitar skills. But what really makes him stand out is how connected he is to his fans. At this show, it wasn’t just about playing the hits. It was about creating a space where everyone forgot their worries and just lived in the moment.
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The concert itself had no shortage of colorful characters. Right up front was Gabriel Orr, dressed as a purple unicorn. For him, that’s tradition—whenever there’s a concert, he turns up in costume. In fact, he’s the same “unicorn” who got pulled on stage during Coldplay’s Sydney show last year. And then there was Roslyn Malloy, better known to Keith himself as “Crazy Ros.” She’s such a devoted fan that she’s seen him nine times, and when Urban spotted her in the audience, he gave her a personal shout-out. Those little moments made the night feel more like a family gathering than a stadium show.
Musically, Urban gave the audience a perfect blend of old favorites and fresh tracks. Songs from his new album High —like “Straight Line” and “Messed Up as Me”—sat comfortably alongside the classics that longtime fans came to hear. At one point, he even walked through the crowd to a smaller stage at the back of the venue. There, he stripped things down with an acoustic set that included a cover of Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club.” And in a truly unforgettable gesture, he signed his guitar on the spot and handed it to a stunned fan to keep forever.
The show closed with a rousing cover of The Angels’ “Am I Ever Gonna See Your Face Again,” which, of course, had the crowd yelling back the cheeky response Australians have made famous over the years. Urban just laughed and leaned into the moment, proving once again that he knows exactly how to keep an audience engaged.
The crowd itself was a cross-section of generations—kids, parents, and grandparents all singing along together. Eleven-year-old Kate Clark from Canberra was there with her mum and grandmother, while others like Emily Skrtic from Coniston gushed about how they’d been fans since childhood. The feeling in the room was universal: Keith Urban isn’t just a performer, he’s an experience.
As the final notes rang out and the lights dimmed, one thing was certain—this was not just another concert. It was a reminder of why Urban continues to be such a beloved figure in music. With shows still left in Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, fans around Australia are being treated to a tour that feels less like a performance and more like a celebration of music, community, and joy.
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