Born in New Zealand and raised Down Under, Keith Urban's background doesn't exactly scream 'country music sensation,' but after moving to the other side of the world, the singer/guitarist went onto take Nashville by storm. Inspired by artists as diverse as Dire Straits and Dolly Parton, the tabloid-friendly star first caught attention as the frontman of raw and rowdy trio The Ranch before finding instant success as a solo artist. Whether he's singing an emotional ballad or rocking out to one of his many classic hits, Urban's slick style is instantly recognizable.