Remembering Brandon Blackstock: A Tribute to a Music Industry Legend
Brandon Blackstock, a well-known artist manager and former tour manager for Rascal Flatts, passed away on August 7th after battling cancer for three years. His father’s company, Starstruck Entertainment, confirmed his passing in a statement. Gary LeVox, the lead singer of Rascal Flatts, expressed his grief over the loss of his longtime friend and colleague, referring to Blackstock as a "lifelong brother." Blackstock had previously worked with celebrity clients such as Kelly Clarkson, Blake Shelton, and Rascal Flatts before transitioning to a different career path in Montana. He was instrumental in Rascal Flatts' early career and had a significant impact on the music industry.
Blackstock's connection with Kelly Clarkson dates back to 2006 when he was present at the ACM Awards where Rascal Flatts and Clarkson performed together. Despite their split in 2020, Blackstock remained the father of Clarkson's children. Clarkson recently announced the postponement of her Las Vegas Residency dates, citing the need to focus on her children due to Blackstock's illness. The news of Blackstock's passing has deeply affected the music community, with many paying tribute to his contributions and legacy. His impact on the industry and his relationships with artists like Clarkson and Rascal Flatts will be remembered and cherished by those who knew him.