💔 JOHN FOSTER HEARTBROKEN: “He influenced me more than anyone… He changed music forever.”

The music world is reeling from the devastating loss of Victor Benoit, a legendary figure whose impact on the industry can never be overstated. Among those hit hardest by his passing is John Foster, who has shared an emotional tribute to his close friend and musical mentor. As the news of Benoit’s death spread, Foster took to social media, pouring his heart out in a post that has since gone viral. “He influenced me more than anyone… He changed music forever,” Foster wrote, reflecting on their deep bond both as colleagues and as lifelong friends.

Victor Benoit’s influence on Foster was profound. He wasn’t just a fellow musician—he was a guiding light in John Foster’s journey, helping shape his career and his approach to music. For Foster, Benoit wasn’t just a friend but someone who truly understood the power of music to heal and transform. Foster recalled one of the most defining moments of their friendship: “I’ll never forget how he sang my song… in front of everyone.” That moment, captured in an iconic live performance, would remain one of the most poignant and emotional experiences of Foster’s life. It was a powerful moment, both on and off the stage, that marked the bond they shared.

In his tribute, Foster opened up about a deeper side of their relationship. He shared how their connection went beyond music—it was a friendship forged through years of collaboration, shared struggles, and unforgettable memories. For Foster, Benoit was someone who not only changed the course of his career but also helped him through some of his darkest moments. “A song that once saved my life,” Foster recalled, hinting at the personal battles he faced in the past, battles that Benoit helped him overcome with the sheer power of music and friendship.

The studio photo that accompanied Foster’s tribute captured a rare, intimate moment of the two legends at work. It’s a candid shot from their time in the studio, a place where they created some of their most unforgettable work together. The image, though just a single frame, speaks volumes about the bond they shared—their mutual respect, their love for the craft, and their unspoken connection that resonated in every note.

But it was their final live performance together that has left fans and fellow musicians alike reflecting on the depth of their relationship. The performance, now widely shared online, showcases the raw emotion and chemistry between the two musicians, as they performed a song that held so much meaning for both of them. As Foster sang, Benoit’s presence beside him was a silent but powerful testament to their years of collaboration. For Foster, it was more than just a performance—it was a final, beautiful farewell to a friend who had been with him through it all.

“Victor was more than a colleague,” Foster wrote. “He was my friend, my brother in music, and he changed everything for me. I’ll never forget how he brought out the best in me, how he pushed me to be a better artist, and most importantly, how he was always there when I needed him.”

As fans and fellow musicians pay tribute to Victor Benoit, Foster’s words have struck a chord across the music industry. In a year filled with loss, this heartfelt tribute stands out as one of the most moving moments in the world of music—a story of deep friendship, unbreakable bonds, and a legacy that will live on through the music they created together.

John Foster may have said his final goodbye to a colleague, but what he truly lost was a lifelong friend. And in his tribute, he reminds the world just how powerful music—and friendship—truly is.