Dave Matthews, Joni Mitchell and Billie Eilish are just a few of the many musicians expected to perform at the FireAid benefit concert.
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A benefit concert will be held in Los Angeles and broadcast live on Thursday, January 30 to support communities affected by the forest fires. FireAid, taking place in tandem at the Intuit Dome and Kia Forum, will feature performances from artists including Billie Eilish And Finnéas, Green Day, Lady Gaga And Stevie Nicks.
All proceeds from the FireAid concert, as well as direct donations, will be administered through the Annenberg Foundation to fund short-term relief efforts, as well as fire prevention initiatives throughout Southern California. According to their websiteFireAid’s 501(c)(3) status is pending.
The full lineup will include: Billie Eilish and Finneas, Dave Matthew And John Mayer, Earth, wind and fire, Gracie AbramsGreen day, Gwen Stefani, Jelly roll, Joni Mitchell, Katy PerryLady Gaga, Little baby, Pink, hot red peppers, Rod Stewart, Stephen StillsStevie Nicks, Poke And Tate McRae.
Tickets go on sale Wednesday, January 22. The concert will also be broadcast in select AMC theaters and via YouTube, Netflix, the Apple TV app and several other streaming services.
Singer-songwriter John Mayerwho will perform alongside Dave Matthew for the first time at FireAid, shared the news on Instagram. “It’s an honor to be able to help such an important cause as rebuilding lives and communities devastated by wildfires,” he said. wrote.
Pop star Tate McRaewhich is also in programming, job on Instagram about her experience moving from Canada to Los Angeles five years ago to start her career. “I am inspired by so many people in this city, all of whom are selfless, hardworking, strong and compassionate,” she wrote. “I am so honored to be a part of this incredible group of artists coming together for our city. Please continue to do what you can to help those in need as well as our brave firefighters and first responders.”
The benefit show will take place just a few days before the 67th Grammy Awardswhich will air on CBS on February 2 and now concentrate on raising funds for wildfire relief efforts.
