Kenny Dixon helped power Kane Brown’s early rise with solid, modern country-rock drumming that was built for big hooks and big stages. He was known for clean time, strong energy, and a supportive playing style that kept the focus on the song and the singer.
A native of Dalton, Georgia, Dixon became a key member of the Kane Brown Band during the breakout years when Brown went from social media success to a major touring act. He performed throughout that early era as Kane Brown’s drummer, appearing in countless live performances and tours as Brown’s popularity surged. Dixon’s sudden death in a car accident on October 12, 2019, shocked the country music world and led to multiple public tributes, including on national TV and award events, where Brown honored him as a close friend and essential part of the band’s story.
Plays: Pearl; Paiste; Vic Firth.
Sources: MusicRow; People; Variety; WTVC NewsChannel 9; Ponders Funeral Home (Dalton, GA).
Update: January 23, 2026
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