Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. No better example of that than this. The masses will bemoan their lack of luck but never put in the work like Rob did to be prepared when their opportunities came.
So few realize how unimportant talent-at-birth, luck, etc. are, and how important it is to just put in the effort. There's a quote that has been attributed to Michelangelo: "If people knew how hard I had to work to gain my mastery, it would not seem so wonderful at all."
Fck yeah!! I was gonna write that! First comment I read .. Done! " luck is hard work meeting opportunity"! .. Keith is an awesome Aussie! Doing us proud all over the World. Thanks mate !
To the people who say this was fake or rehearsed, I was there and this was totally legit. After the show had ended and most people had cleared out Rob and his girlfriend were having a security guy take their picture They were posing in front of the stage with the hand written signs that got Keith to take notice. These kids were on cloud nine as they should have been. Rob was naturally comfortable on stage and had the entire place amazed. I hope that this is the beginning of great things for Rob and his girl.
I hope everyone appreciates the sheer kahones it took for Rob to get up in front of 20,000 Keith Urban fans, and then play one of Keith's tunes like he owned it. Rob, you have a fan for life, and I have been hearing some really great things about you too, such as being able to join Riley Green 's band on his tour. Good luck to you and many thanks to Keith Urban for giving you the exposure you needed.
Awesome job Rob. Just as Keith Urban said "you totally killed it." If this doesn't get you discovered, I don't know what will. Hell, if I was in the music industry, I would sign you in a heart beat. To play in front of a huge audience like that for the 1st time and totally nailing it is mind blowing. keep up the good work. Your big break is coming very soon.
Same here i have watched this several times from different angles, dude you gonna hit a million hits in no time, your style of playing is awesome better then Urban lol
I have chills watching this...my nephew Robert!!! Love you!!! ..thrilled to see you doing your thing. Somehow I'm not surprised this happened - you've got a special way! Great playing!!
THAT WAS INCREDIBLE!!!!!! I have NEVER seen someone get over stage with a band they've never played with and kill it like this with perfect timing like they were part of the band for years!!!!
The best guest video on the planet. Hands down. This video makes us old guitarists a fantasy come true. Done extremely well. Dammit man. That’s the genuine article blasting his thing to your thing. That’s inspiring.
Can't stop watching this! Most times I've ever viewed a video on TH-cam. Every amateur guitar players dream.....to get called up on stage and play with your idol. And then to 100% OWN the song on top of it! Great job Rob, living the dream man. Hoping this leads to a career in the music industry for you!
Yeeeesssssss RJ Absolutey Killed it!! Four years later and I still have a smile on my face the whole time from start to finish!! Oh BTW has anyone ever told you that you kinda look like Tommy Lee Jones?? Just wondering!! That’s not a bad thing
Dude.. I have not smiled that much in a long time.. Just amazing that this was spontaneous.. Amazing chops! You looked like you have the time of your life. Congrats! Just LOVED it!
Rob, this is one of the most fantastic performances I've ever seen. The way you took control and got everyone on stage to follow your lead was amazing. To walk on stage cold and look as if you were playing with the band all tour is beyond impressive. Very few things in life approach this level of perfection. I'm sure Lex was amazing for getting Keith to pay attention to your signs. If you're not publishing when and where you're playing, it would be a great idea. I'm not much for live shows, but I would make an exception to see you play.
Buddy that was absolutely incredible, one of the most flawless fan performances I've ever seen! Easily just as good as Keith performing it himself, just fantastic!
Rob...we were there...turned to my friends and screamed...we just witnessed history! You nailed it! You're going to be famous...this video and ON YOUR OWN TOO! Stay grounded!!
This gave me goosebumps. I love when musicians pull their fans up on stage and make an extraordinary memory they will never forget! And when they nail it like this... WOW!
Atta boy, nothing like stepping on stage and stopping Keith Urban in his tracks. Throwing the set list off completely and sending the band and production team scrambling. I cant stop smiling every time i watch this (I've watched it a few times). Kudos to you, I certainly wouldn't have the balls (or talent) to do what you did. Amazing!
This damn near makes me want to cry every time I see it. I love when peoples passion and talent come together in one big epic moment. This one takes the cake though. Too perfect. All the best to you man, you have a bright future.
I was having such a bad day yesterday with all the negativity going on in this country, when all of a sudden I came across this video and I gotta tell you it perked me right up. Made my day! Thank you for that. Not only did you showcase your amazing guitar skills but I loved that you added some showmanship to the performance as well. Way to show em' how it's done!! Rock on!!
I have never heard anything from Keith Urban but after hearing this one song with Rob playing lead guitar - I might give country a chance!!Way to GO Rob! you made me want to hear your version over and over and over - still can't get enough!Thanks for gift...
Thanks for sharing this video. It's refreshing to see something good in the news (where I saw it first) after everything that going in in this country. You did an outstanding job!
Apparently 44 people have no taste. AMAZING performance, brother. You lived EVERY musicians dream that night, and it was incredible. I still can't watch these videos wihout smiling so hard my face hurts!!!!
Dude! I cannot count how many times I’ve watched this. What a life changing experience. Good for you and I hope good things come your way. You picked the hell out of that song!
Im still trying to figure out who the 20 people were that gave this a thumbs down?? Apparently jealous people whom can't be happy for others when opportunities arise like this. Great job Rob. Like Mr Urban said..."You totally killed it!!"
Rob , THAT WAS OFF THE HOOK BROTHER!!!!! The gang at work loved it, made our day!!! Great job!!!!! Best of luck going foreword !!!!!!!!!!!! Chase your dreams man!!!!!
There's a few other videos of this people at the concert posted. The look on Urban's face when Rob starts playing is priceless. It's like, "holy shit, the boy can play". I love this.
wow...just wow... he can Shred... awesome job Rob... Keith was so dumb founded... of all the people he has come on stage, that has got to be his #1. his life will change... reach for the stars young blood. you earned it. again, great job... Rob...
Dude... you freggen KILLED it.. awesome job and I dont think that Keith Urban was expecting that! I have seen various other versions of this night and really love the reaction from Keith and the crowd. You got talent. Many thumbs up!
Rob, I love how you just started playing the guitar. And Keith was wondering around for a couple seconds like what do i do now and even appeared to look to his stage people. And then the one guy that kept trying to give him the acoustic. But the best part was your amazing talent!!!!
awesome , that a major star such as keith would do this , just shows what kind of man he is , and the guitar playing .................perfection wtg Rob. This will be a day to remember.
3 years later and I’m still watching it. Great job by all. I’m sure glad you’re still playing Rob keep up the good work & great thing will come your way
Hey I'm a drummer and I know what it's like to be able to get onstage with your idol and play with them onstage. This guy was so natural and nailed it. Great to see another musician live out his dream. Did a great job and could go on the road with Keith right now. Awesome.
Absolutely love this. I don't like country music, but hey- Facebook knows no boundaries when things are shared. I don't even know how many times I've watched this now. The feel-good story of the year! I wish you the best and hope that Keith brings you on board or you're able to find your own road to success! What a great chance. Hope it works out for you! (and a big shout out to Lex for mentioning to Mr. Urban in the first place!)
Loved this!! I lived my dream through you bro! Loved how you practiced your craft and when the opportunity presented itself, you were ready and just nailed it!! High Five! Loved how it started off with just you, and the band was like " oh man, we gotta get in on this!" and they came back out and just filled out the song with a full production. Too cool!!
Happy Birthday, Rob! Awesome job you did a year ago. Watched this performance quite a few times the past few days - brings a smile to my face every time. Hope you're doing well.
Robert: YOU ARE AMAZING. Your video brought me a huge smile to my face. And you are a very talented and well prepared musician. Rock on, dude. A big hug and lots of respect. Congratulations for this. Surely you had a QUITE Happy birthday!!!
I just lost a parent this week and this video was the first thing to put a legit smile on my face. Had to be a legit dream come true to see the view from the stage like that. Hope you get there again!
Amazing job Rob!! I hope you get to live your dream one day to be a guitarist! You definitely will with that kind of playing. I have a dream to play on stage with Switchfoot but I have terrible stage fright so maybe one day. You killed it!
Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. No better example of that than this. The masses will bemoan their lack of luck but never put in the work like Rob did to be prepared when their opportunities came.
I so agree!!!
And boy, was he ever prepared!
So few realize how unimportant talent-at-birth, luck, etc. are, and how important it is to just put in the effort. There's a quote that has been attributed to Michelangelo: "If people knew how hard I had to work to gain my mastery, it would not seem so wonderful at all."
Fck yeah!! I was gonna write that! First comment I read .. Done! " luck is hard work meeting opportunity"! .. Keith is an awesome Aussie! Doing us proud all over the World. Thanks mate !
Precisely.
To the people who say this was fake or rehearsed, I was there and this was totally legit. After the show had ended and most people had cleared out Rob and his girlfriend were having a security guy take their picture They were posing in front of the stage with the hand written signs that got Keith to take notice. These kids were on cloud nine as they should have been. Rob was naturally comfortable on stage and had the entire place amazed. I hope that this is the beginning of great things for Rob and his girl.
It was.. be got a gig playing with Riley Green in Nashville and hit the road. Talent for sure
This is so fricken cool. I don't even like country music and this had me grinning from ear to ear.
I hope everyone appreciates the sheer kahones it took for Rob to get up in front of 20,000 Keith Urban fans, and then play one of Keith's tunes like he owned it. Rob, you have a fan for life, and I have been hearing some really great things about you too, such as being able to join Riley Green 's band on his tour. Good luck to you and many thanks to Keith Urban for giving you the exposure you needed.
Awesome job Rob.
Just as Keith Urban said "you totally killed it." If this doesn't get you discovered, I don't know what will. Hell, if I was in the music industry, I would sign you in a heart beat.
To play in front of a huge audience like that for the 1st time and totally nailing it is mind blowing.
keep up the good work. Your big break is coming very soon.
Same here i have watched this several times from different angles, dude you gonna hit a million hits in no time, your style of playing is awesome better then Urban lol
Rob Weck hb
Great Vid. Great Girlfriend. Great Playing. Great Memory. Congrats Rob, you crushed it.
Talk about having a Rock God fantasy come true! Rob! Man you just blew it out of the water! Great job and Happy Birthday!
I have chills watching this...my nephew Robert!!! Love you!!! ..thrilled to see you doing your thing. Somehow I'm not surprised this happened - you've got a special way! Great playing!!
Even forgetting about the fact that you NAILED THE SONG WITH FEELING! -- that was fantastic stage presence too!
THAT WAS INCREDIBLE!!!!!! I have NEVER seen someone get over stage with a band they've never played with and kill it like this with perfect timing like they were part of the band for years!!!!
The best guest video on the planet. Hands down. This video makes us old guitarists a fantasy come true. Done extremely well. Dammit man. That’s the genuine article blasting his thing to your thing. That’s inspiring.
Looks like Keith Urban enjoyed it as much as you did, great man! :)
Can't stop watching this! Most times I've ever viewed a video on TH-cam. Every amateur guitar players dream.....to get called up on stage and play with your idol. And then to 100% OWN the song on top of it! Great job Rob, living the dream man. Hoping this leads to a career in the music industry for you!
Congrats! A dream come true, and you killed it on guitar!
Yeeeesssssss RJ Absolutey Killed it!! Four years later and I still have a smile on my face the whole time from start to finish!!
Oh BTW has anyone ever told you that you kinda look like Tommy Lee Jones?? Just wondering!! That’s not a bad thing
Dude, your life is about to change! I hope you are ready! Best of luck!
Dude.. I have not smiled that much in a long time.. Just amazing that this was spontaneous.. Amazing chops! You looked like you have the time of your life. Congrats! Just LOVED it!
Rob, this is one of the most fantastic performances I've ever seen. The way you took control and got everyone on stage to follow your lead was amazing. To walk on stage cold and look as if you were playing with the band all tour is beyond impressive. Very few things in life approach this level of perfection. I'm sure Lex was amazing for getting Keith to pay attention to your signs. If you're not publishing when and where you're playing, it would be a great idea. I'm not much for live shows, but I would make an exception to see you play.
Buddy that was absolutely incredible, one of the most flawless fan performances I've ever seen! Easily just as good as Keith performing it himself, just fantastic!
Rob...we were there...turned to my friends and screamed...we just witnessed history! You nailed it! You're going to be famous...this video and ON YOUR OWN TOO! Stay grounded!!
Amazon job Rob-Keith Urban is a true sport for allowing this in his show---makes me be an even bigger fan.
This gave me goosebumps. I love when musicians pull their fans up on stage and make an extraordinary memory they will never forget! And when they nail it like this... WOW!
Playing guitar on the fly with Keith Urban? Level - OWNED! Very nice job Mr. Joyce! Didn't miss a lick. That will be a night you'll never forget!!
The opportunity of a lifetime for a musician....and he absolutley SLAYED it. Nice work.
Nice! His look of "Crap. He can actually play!" was awesome.
And you owe your GF BIG!
That young man was FREAKING AWESOME! A lifetime memory for sure. Incredible playing.
Rob is currently playing backing guitar in Riley Green's band on his current tour. You gotta tell us how it was playing for Riley sometime.
Dude that was incredible! You KILLED that. Way to go man...
Atta boy, nothing like stepping on stage and stopping Keith Urban in his tracks. Throwing the set list off completely and sending the band and production team scrambling. I cant stop smiling every time i watch this (I've watched it a few times). Kudos to you, I certainly wouldn't have the balls (or talent) to do what you did. Amazing!
yeah, made me smile even bigger to see the band all come back out from break! awesome to see great things happen to great people!
COOLEST. SHIT. EVER.
Congratulations on such a cool birthday present!
This damn near makes me want to cry every time I see it. I love when peoples passion and talent come together in one big epic moment. This one takes the cake though. Too perfect. All the best to you man, you have a bright future.
I was having such a bad day yesterday with all the negativity going on in this country, when all of a sudden I came across this video and I gotta tell you it perked me right up. Made my day! Thank you for that. Not only did you showcase your amazing guitar skills but I loved that you added some showmanship to the performance as well. Way to show em' how it's done!! Rock on!!
You are destined for greatness Rob...GOD BLESS!
I could watch this 100 times Rob. Total joy seeing you have this moment. Love you so much. Sorry I missed you in Chicago!!
(Aunt Jacq xoxox) 💞
You are a great player and Keith Urban is a wonderful person to have you up on stage. Keith is so cool!
Freaking amazing! Love the energy, the talent, the vibe, the joy. I am now and always a fan of Rob's musicianship and stage presence.
I have never heard anything from Keith Urban but after hearing this one song with Rob playing lead guitar - I might give country a chance!!Way to GO Rob! you made me want to hear your version over and over and over - still can't get enough!Thanks for gift...
glad the world can see how talented you are! you absolutely killed it!
Wow! Nailed it! Great job 👍🏻👍🏻
I don't care if it was random or not. Rob killed it and that was cool that Keith would do something like that.
Brother you really killed it! What an honor for you. And privilege for us to see it
Thanks for sharing this video. It's refreshing to see something good in the news (where I saw it first) after everything that going in in this country. You did an outstanding job!
Rob you rocked. Watched this over and over. The smile on your face just made me smile.
We were at that concert and thought it was cool that he called you up! You sure did not disappoint! What talent you have have. Rock it on!
Apparently 44 people have no taste. AMAZING performance, brother. You lived EVERY musicians dream that night, and it was incredible. I still can't watch these videos wihout smiling so hard my face hurts!!!!
I was there and you totally kicked-ass - my whole gang was going wild. That was an amazing thing to witness. Great job Rob.
Dude! I cannot count how many times I’ve watched this. What a life changing experience. Good for you and I hope good things come your way. You picked the hell out of that song!
This is so Awesome this guy blew Keith's mind watch KUs face
Im still trying to figure out who the 20 people were that gave this a thumbs down?? Apparently jealous people whom can't be happy for others when opportunities arise like this. Great job Rob. Like Mr Urban said..."You totally killed it!!"
Best version.
I am a pro keyboardist from Canada and I have to say, for an 'off the cuff' performance like that, I am thoroughly impressed! Great job Rob!
Wow!! Fantastic!! You delivered and what a great guy Keith is!!
Great personality on stage. You're a natural; so at ease. Totally nailed it musically.
Absolutely nailed it! Best thing ever! Keith should have you join the tour! :-)
This just makes me smile so big. Great job Rob and what a awesome guy is Keith. WOW
simply awesome! saw this on FB but from a different angle! the guy fits! sign him Kieth!👍🏼
Fantastic! Rob yeah!,, The nicest entertainer in the world! Keith Urban xoxo
Wow! So awesome! Gave me chills watching. I love Keith and seeing this makes my heart sing.
Rob , THAT WAS OFF THE HOOK BROTHER!!!!! The gang at work loved it, made our day!!! Great job!!!!! Best of luck going foreword !!!!!!!!!!!! Chase your dreams man!!!!!
Awesome and a very OUTSTANDING job Rob! Keep it up.
There's a few other videos of this people at the concert posted. The look on Urban's face when Rob starts playing is priceless. It's like, "holy shit, the boy can play". I love this.
wow...just wow... he can Shred... awesome job Rob...
Keith was so dumb founded...
of all the people he has come on stage, that has got to be his #1. his life will change...
reach for the stars young blood. you earned it. again, great job... Rob...
A+ ! Man that is a dream come true. You nailed it too! Great job...
Dude... you freggen KILLED it.. awesome job and I dont think that Keith Urban was expecting that! I have seen various other versions of this night and really love the reaction from Keith and the crowd. You got talent. Many thumbs up!
Rob, I love how you just started playing the guitar. And Keith was wondering around for a couple seconds like what do i do now and even appeared to look to his stage people. And then the one guy that kept trying to give him the acoustic. But the best part was your amazing talent!!!!
That was SO awesome. I hope he gets you a job. You really did deliver!!!!
awesome , that a major star such as keith would do this , just shows what kind of man he is , and the guitar playing .................perfection wtg Rob. This will be a day to remember.
Rob, thank you for fulfilling every guitar player's fantasy. You nailed that song note for note and made that Tele sing. Good on you brother!
Even thought I'm not a big Keith Urban fan...this video is probably one of the best videos I've ever seen.
that was freaking awesome...... loved how you just naturally were ripping out those cords like it was nothing.....
I was blown away -- brought tears to my eyes! I know you'll never forget this -- and I can see you going places because of it!
How cool was that? A moment you will never forget.
3 years later and I’m still watching it. Great job by all. I’m sure glad you’re still playing Rob keep up the good work & great thing will come your way
Hey I'm a drummer and I know what it's like to be able to get onstage with your idol and play with them onstage. This guy was so natural and nailed it. Great to see another musician live out his dream. Did a great job and could go on the road with Keith right now. Awesome.
Absolutely love this. I don't like country music, but hey- Facebook knows no boundaries when things are shared. I don't even know how many times I've watched this now. The feel-good story of the year!
I wish you the best and hope that Keith brings you on board or you're able to find your own road to success! What a great chance. Hope it works out for you! (and a big shout out to Lex for mentioning to Mr. Urban in the first place!)
ROB ROCKED IT...EVEN KEITH WAS SHOCKED!
Fantastic! Hope Keith gives him a chance soon! Great job!
Awesome Job Rob!!! Keith said it right "You totally KILLED it." Keep up the awesome work...
Hey Rob, you've been playing backing guitar for Riley Green on his recent tour....we sure would love to see some videos of those shows.
Awesome performance Rob! You lived every musician's dream.
Watched a dozen times and shared! Awesome!! Hope this opens doors for you Rob, congrats! :)
You never know whats around the bend in life, Great show Rob and hats off to Keith too !!!
Loved this!! I lived my dream through you bro! Loved how you practiced your craft and when the opportunity presented itself, you were ready and just nailed it!! High Five! Loved how it started off with just you, and the band was like " oh man, we gotta get in on this!" and they came back out and just filled out the song with a full production. Too cool!!
Fantastic Rob!! Chance of a life time, you must of been in heaven up there.
Man that was totally AWESOME !!.... Keith Urban is one cool dude.
I keep watching this. Great job Rob
Hi Robert, my name is Lauren and I'm a producer at WGN-TV in Chicago. Can we get permission to air your video? Thanks!
Wow. Fantastic job. Congrats. Sooooo great. - - a fan in San Diego
Happy Birthday, Rob! Awesome job you did a year ago. Watched this performance quite a few times the past few days - brings a smile to my face every time. Hope you're doing well.
Best video I've seen in a while. Keith was right, you killed it. Looked like you have been doing that your whole life. Best of luck.
Robert: YOU ARE AMAZING. Your video brought me a huge smile to my face. And you are a very talented and well prepared musician. Rock on, dude.
A big hug and lots of respect. Congratulations for this. Surely you had a QUITE Happy birthday!!!
Chance of lifetime! Congrats. You just played with the best live entertainer in music today! And nailed it.
Caught this on FaceBook of all things! WoW! Congrats, great job Rob!
That was freaking awesome man!! One hell of a birthday!
Every concert goer's fantasy...you ROCK Rob!
That was one of the best things I have ever seen ..,totally lit up my day!!!
Dude, you NAILED it! What a thrill!
I just lost a parent this week and this video was the first thing to put a legit smile on my face. Had to be a legit dream come true to see the view from the stage like that. Hope you get there again!
Not even a hint of nerves! you killed it, Rob!
Amazing job Rob!! I hope you get to live your dream one day to be a guitarist! You definitely will with that kind of playing. I have a dream to play on stage with Switchfoot but I have terrible stage fright so maybe one day. You killed it!
I have never heard this song before this video but you totally killed it!! bravo 👍🏻👏🏻