The Road: Blake Shelton Discusses His Role in the New Singing Competition Series
Blake Shelton, the co-host of Backstage Country with Elaina Smith, discussed his involvement in the singing competition series, The Road, alongside Keith Urban and Taylor Sheridan. Shelton expressed his pride in the show's concept and how it came to fruition. He emphasized that while he had previously been a coach on 'The Voice,' he always had ideas on how he would run a competition show differently. The premise of The Road revolves around showcasing talented performers from various venues, such as Broadway and local bars, to a broader audience on television. Shelton highlighted that Keith Urban's involvement as a producer adds to the show's appeal, as they surprise audiences with live performances in different towns. The show's format involves narrowing down the contestants based on audience votes to determine the ideal opening act for Keith Urban.