In the quiet aftermath of Texas’s floods, country music star Blake Carter is letting compassion lead the way. Memories of his daughters laughing under summer skies at a camp now washed away have inspired him to plan a gentle, heartfelt benefit concert. “That place holds pieces of my family’s joy,” Carter shared softly. Through his songs, he hopes to help Texas find healing, one note at a time.
Robert Earl Keen took to social media over the weekend to announce a benefit show to raise funds for relief efforts in Texas in the wake of the deadly flash flooding on Friday.
Keen, a Kerrville, Texas native, posted a heartfelt message about his plans.
“There are still many missing from the event, including campers from Camp Mystic, which holds a special place in mine and my family’s hearts as both of my daughters attended summer camp there,” Keen said.
“My thoughts and prayers go out to all of those affected, and special thanks for the amazing support of the first responders from the community and all over Texas rushing to aid those in need.”
Keen posted the video on Saturday and revealed a show is being planned.
“I will be working on a benefit to support the community, and more details to follow as soon as we know them,” he said.
Keen retired from touring in 2022, but he returned to the stage after releasing “Western Chill.”
In the wake of devastating floods that swept through Central Texas, country music star Blake Carter is finding purpose amid heartbreak.
For Carter, the destruction is deeply personal. His two daughters, now teenagers, once spent joyful summers at Camp Willow Creek, a beloved retreat along the banks of the Guadalupe River. Today, that same camp lies in ruins, battered by torrential rains and surging waters.
“I remember dropping them off there and hearing nothing but laughter and singing echoing through the trees,” Carter recalled, his voice tinged with emotion. “Now, seeing it underwater… it breaks my heart.”
But rather than dwell in sorrow, Carter has chosen to act. He’s announced plans for a benefit concert in Austin later this month, pledging that every dollar raised will go toward relief efforts, rebuilding the campgrounds, and helping families who’ve lost so much.
“This isn’t just about buildings or money,” Carter said. “It’s about the memories, the friendships, and the spirit of a place that means so much to so many. My daughters grew up there. I want other kids to have that same chance.”
Fans and fellow artists have already begun rallying behind Carter’s mission. Social media is flooded with messages of support, and pre-sale tickets for the concert reportedly sold out in under an hour.
Beyond fundraising, Carter plans to visit affected communities, hoping to offer comfort not just through music, but through genuine connection.
“Music can’t fix everything,” he admitted softly. “But sometimes, a song can remind us we’re not alone. And that’s where healing begins.”
As Texas struggles to recover, Carter’s efforts are a gentle reminder that compassion—and music—still shine even in the darkest storms.
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