Gary LeVox

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American vocalist (born 1970)

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imageGaryLeVoxHWOFSept2012.jpg
captionLeVox in September 2012
backgroundsolo_singer
birth_nameGary Wayne Vernon Jr.
birth_date
birth_placePowell, Ohio, U.S.
spouse
instrumentVocals, guitar, drums, harmonica
genreCountry
country rock
country pop
occupationSinger, songwriter
years_active1984–present
labelLyric Street, Big Machine
current_member_ofRascal Flatts
website
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Gary LeVox (born Gary Wayne Vernon Jr., July 10, 1970) is an American singer and songwriter. He is best known for being the lead vocalist of the contemporary country music band Rascal Flatts,Keyes, J. Edward (2007-09-25). "Single Minded: New Foo Fighters, Joni Mitchell, Rascal Flatts, Keyshia Cole and KyMani Marley ". Rolling Stone. Retrieved on 2008-03-20. and his stage name was taken from the studio-console label for his lead vocal track.

Biography

Early life

LeVox was born Gary Wayne Vernon Jr. in Powell, Ohio, on July 10, 1970, to Judith (née Fuller) and Gary Wayne Vernon Sr. (1951–2019).AOL music, Gary LeVox biography Retrieved 2008-03-20 He has two younger brothers named Kevin and Geoffrey. LeVox's first musical performance was at the age of eight, in a play at his church. He graduated from Olentangy High School and is an alumnus of Ohio State University. Prompted by his cousin, LeVox moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1997.

Rascal Flatts

Main article: Rascal Flatts

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LeVox and his second cousin, Jay DeMarcus, started out together in singer Chely Wright's band. When the regular guitarist was not available, Joe Don Rooney stepped in. The three men say they felt chemistry immediately and afterwards formed Rascal Flatts.

LeVox rejoined Rascal Flatts in 2024 for their reunion and subsequent revival.

Post-Rascal Flatts

The band disbanded in 2021, after which LeVox began releasing solo music. In May 2021, he released his first solo EP, One on One. This was followed in 2022 by a single titled "Get Down Like That" on Big Machine Records, the label to which Rascal Flatts was previously signed.

Personal life

LeVox has been friends with Jamie Foxx since the mid-1990s, and Foxx made a guest appearance on the Rascal Flatts album Still Feels Good.

LeVox was employed in his local burger bar from age 14 after which he started an AC/DC cover band with his close childhood friends.

LeVox has been married to Tara Vernon since May 1999. He says it was love at first sight when they met backstage at a gospel festival concert. "I knew at that moment that I was looking at my future wife," he said in a 2011 interview. "It was the weirdest thing ever." They have two daughters together, Brittany, born in 2000, and Brooklyn, born in 2004.

Discography

Main article: Rascal Flatts discography

References

References

  1. (April 3, 2006), "Finally, one of the 'Gang'". ''USA Today''. :01d
  2. "Happy happy birthday to my BEAUTIFUL mother inlaw JUDI! You have always loved laughed and cried with me when I needed it, you are the best mawmaw to my children, you are extremely unselfish, and always give me far more than I give you ... and i just want you to know how much I love you!! Happy happy birthday, so sorry you are stuck in our house in horrific weather watching our dog on your big day. Ha ha Ha ha ha 󾌧󾌧󾌧".
  3. "Gary Vernon Obituary - The Columbus Dispatch - Legacy.com".
  4. "I needed to allow Kevin time to process and openly share, however this past Saturday, his father passed away. It was a whirlwind of emotions... he was away with Jacob on their trip, Kev’s bday was Sunday & they did not expect it. Please continue to keep Kevin & his family, brother, mom, stepmom, in your prayers. Gary (their father) was my bud. 😢".
  5. "Obituary - Gary Wayne Vernon of Whitehall, Ohio".
  6. link. (2008-03-06 Retrieved 2008-03-20)
  7. Price, Deborah Evans (December/January 2008), "The Triumph of Rascal Flatts". ''CMA Close Up'' volume unknown:20-21
  8. (October 1, 2024). "Rascal Flatts Reunite for 25th Anniversary 'Life Is a Highway' Tour".
  9. (March 6, 2025). "Rascal Flatts Recruit Backsteet Boys, Kelly Clarkson, Jonas Brothers For Duets Album".
  10. (January 31, 2025). "Rascal Flatts team with Jonas Brothers for I Dare You".
  11. [https://www.eonline.com/news/1271854/how-gary-levox-is-spreading-hope-through-music-after-rascal-flatts-farewell How Gary LeVox Is Spreading Hope Through Music After Rascal Flatts' Farewell]
  12. "One On One - EP".
  13. (20 August 2022). "Gary LeVox Releases New Party Anthem "Get Down Like That," Co-Written by Thomas Rhett & HARDY [LISTEN]".
  14. "Get Down Like That - Single".
  15. "Today marks 19 years of marriage with my angel and best friend! What a gift you are baby and I love you infinity! Happy Anniversary to my gorgeous wife!!!".
  16. "Meet Tara Vernon, wife to Gary LeVox, Rascal Flatts frontman who’s performing at the US presidential inauguration – from their backstage meeting at gospel concert to keeping their romance alive".
  17. "The fam has gathered together to celebrate my daughter @brittany_levox turning 20! She might be 20 years old but she’ll always be my little princess! Happy Birthday Britt, your mama and I love you to pieces! #daddysgirl #happybirthday #birthdaygirl".
  18. "A little belated post since tour was so crazy, but just wanted yall to wish my baby girl Brooklyn a happy belated birthday. 🎉 I cannot believe how gorgeous of a young woman you’ve turned into! Can’t believe you’re 21. Mommy and I are so proud of you.".

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