Keith Urban: Country star talks career, marriage and first-ever performance in NZ

Keith Urban: Country star talks career, marriage and first-ever performance in NZ

He's married to an Oscar-winning superstar and is often seen gracing the covers of magazines and at A-List premieres.

But Keith Urban is a superstar in his own right with a slew of number one hits, a cabinet full of Grammys and Country Music Awards and a starring role on one of the world's most watched talent shows.

But believe it or not, the star, who's based in Nashville, was born in Whangarei and has never performed in New Zealand, until now.

Story caught up with the singer a few hours before hitting the stage to talk about his stellar career, the fame and tabloids, why his family have chosen to live in Nashville and how he gets himself pumped without drugs and alcohol.

Watch the video for the full Story report.