Taylor Sheridan is one of the most in-demand producers in television today.
And Blake Shelton has been one of the top names in country music for over a decade.
So there’s major excitement today, following news that the Yellowstone creator and the “God’s Country” crooner are developing a singing competition in the vein of American Idol or The Voice.
Sheridan and Shelton will both claim executive producer credits on The Road, which will premiere on CBS in 2025.
The show will offer a unique twist on the usual musical tournament:
Contestants will serve as the opening act for a touring headliner.
Each week, they’ll fight to win over local crowds for the right to remain on the tour.
The identity of the headliner has not yet been revealed, but given this show’s pedigree, you can bet it’ll be someone in the country milieu.
According to Deadline, the show will offer the usual competition drama while also delivering “exclusive access to the behind-the-scenes workings of the music industry.”
“I’m a big fan of Taylor’s incredible work, and I’m excited to team with him and my long-time collaborator, Lee [Metzger], on The Road,” Shelton said in a statement.
“I know a thing or two about singing competitions and what it’s like to chase a music dream and live life on tour. I’m looking forward to discovering new talent and giving them this platform.”
“There is a revolution taking place in country music. Building a platform with Blake for the next leaders of that revolution is an incredibly exciting venture,” added Sheridan.
“No more shiny floors and studio audiences. This is where the rubber meets the road – literally. Get in the van, go to the next town and win the crowd. Do it enough, and you become the next leader. Simple as that.”
In the past, CBS has favored a more action-based approach to reality TV with longtime stalwarts like Survivor and The Amazing Race.
This isn’t the network’s first foray into musical competition, but it’s been a while. Fortunately, execs couldn’t ask for a more talented pair of producers.
Over to you, TV fanatics? Are you psyched for this one, or is Taylor stretched too thin as it is? Hit the comments section to share your thoughts!
