Stan Urban, a 79-year-old rock ‘n’ roll legend, rocked the stage with none other than Sir Tom Jones on The Voice UK. The two music icons jammed together on the classic hit “Great Balls of Fire,” originally by Jerry Lee Lewis, in an unforgettable performance on November 4. Tom Jones, now 83, proved he’s still full of energy as he belted out the song, while Stan worked his magic on the piano. The crowd couldn’t get enough—they stood, clapped, and cheered along to the high-powered jam session. 🎤🎹
Stan, sitting at the piano, played with a lively and energetic style that showed just how much he loves rock ‘n’ roll. His fingers flew across the keys, and the beat was so infectious that the video of their performance has already gone viral. In fact, it’s been watched over 2.3 million times on YouTube! One viewer commented, “This is pure joy!”—and they’re not wrong.
Stan Urban, originally from Dundee, Scotland, appeared on the show for a blind audition. He performed Chuck Berry’s “Little Queenie” and immediately wowed everyone. His piano skills were incredible, and his deep, rich voice carried the song with ease. The energy was electric! The audience was clapping along and even tried to convince the judges to hit their buzzers. While Olly Murs was the only one who turned his chair, all the judges were smiling and clearly enjoying the performance.
Stan is no stranger to going viral. A while back, he played “Great Balls of Fire” at a public piano in Edinburgh Airport while waiting for a delayed flight. People in the terminal gathered around to watch him, clapping and dancing along as he played at lightning speed. It’s clear that Stan knows how to connect with a crowd wherever he goes.
After his audition on The Voice, Stan showed off his playful side by joking with the judges. When asked about his piano skills, he teased that it was thanks to his “third hand.” He and Tom Jones shared some fun banter about their ages, with both proving that music keeps you young at heart.
Olly Murs, who became Stan’s coach, was full of praise, saying, “I grew up on music like that, and I loved every second of your performance. That’s why I pressed my button.” Will.i.am added, “You know what’s amazing? No one expected Stan to come out and rock that piano like that. You brought so much energy, and can we talk about those awesome shoes?!” Anne-Marie also loved it, saying, “You looked fantastic, you sounded incredible, and you got everyone up on their feet. Olly’s the perfect coach for you—he wanted energy, and you brought it!”
Tom Jones chimed in too, saying, “I enjoyed it. I loved it—that’s exactly my kind of music!” After sharing his thoughts, Tom and Stan teamed up for a surprise performance of “Great Balls of Fire,” which had the crowd going wild. It was an unforgettable moment that showed just how much fun they were having.
Stan Urban is clearly a natural entertainer who lives to share his love of music. If you want to see more of him, you can check out his YouTube channel or visit his official website. One thing’s for sure—Stan Urban is proof that you’re never too old to rock!
What did you think of Stan’s incredible performance? Let us know in the comments below! 👏🎶
