Jerry Flowers took to social media to announce that country music star Keith Urban has let him go from the band.
“It’s with a heavy but full heart that after 25 years on stage with Keith Urban, Keith has decided to make a lineup change and I will no longer be in the band,” Flowers posted on Instagram. “I have an always will have the utmost respect and love for Keith and I treasure the amazing years we had together. I want to thank all the fans that have showed me so much love for so many years and I hope I was a small part of bringing you joy and happiness thru our shows. Now I’m going to open myself up to new opportunities and I’m excited to see what’s next for me.
“Thank you!!”
Taste of Country, who called Flowers the band leader, also reported Urban also cut ties with band member Nathan Barlowe.
“Sadly, my time with Keith urban has come to an end,” Barlowe posted on Instagram. “I can’t tell you how thankful I am for the last 9 years. I have loved every second of it and given my all. Thank you Keith for believing in me.”
Mark Heim is a reporter for The Alabama Media Group. Follow him on Twitter @Mark_Heim. He can be heard on “The Opening Kickoff” on WNSP-FM 105.5 FM in Mobile or on the free Sound of Mobile App from 6 to 9 a.m. daily.
