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Neil Young made a surprise Vancouver appearance at David Suzuki’s 90th birthday benefit, performing “After the Gold Rush” and “Heart of Gold” — his first live set of 2026 since canceling European dates.
Bruce Springsteen headlined a benefit concert at Minneapolis's First Avenue for the families of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, who were killed by federal immigration officers. Joined by Tom Morello and other artists, he performed a solo version of Streets of Minneapolis before joining in on The Ghost of Tom Joad and a cover of Power to the People; the event—held ahead of a Government Plaza rally—raised funds for the families amid ongoing anti-ICE protests and tickets sold out quickly.
A Concert for Altadena marked the first anniversary of the Eaton fire with performances by local and national artists to raise funds and support for the community's recovery, highlighting resilience, ongoing rebuilding efforts, and the importance of community and arts in healing.
A benefit concert titled 'A Concert for Altadena' is scheduled for January 7 at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium to support wildfire recovery efforts in Altadena, featuring notable artists like Jackson Browne and Mandy Moore, with proceeds aiding local rebuilding and recovery initiatives.
Farm Aid's 40th benefit concert in Minneapolis featured legendary musicians like Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, and Neil Young, aiming to raise awareness and funds for noncorporate U.S. farmers facing economic challenges such as funding freezes and tariffs.
Kelly Clarkson canceled her appearance at a Texas flood benefit concert following the death of her ex-husband Brandon Blackstock, who passed away from melanoma at age 48. The concert, organized by Miranda Lambert and Parker McCollum, was set for August 17 in Austin, but Clarkson's name was removed from the lineup due to personal circumstances. Blackstock's death was announced shortly after Clarkson postponed some of her Las Vegas residency shows to support her family.
A benefit concert titled 'Together for Palestine' is scheduled at Wembley Arena on September 17, organized by Brian Eno to support Palestinian aid, featuring performances from prominent artists like Damon Albarn, King Krule, and PinkPantheress, with proceeds donated to humanitarian groups, emphasizing cultural expression and solidarity.
A CNN four-part series, 'Live Aid: When Rock ‘n’ Roll Took Over the World,' commemorates the 40th anniversary of the 1985 benefit concert, featuring performances by iconic artists and behind-the-scenes insights. It premieres on July 13 on CNN and can be streamed online via services like DirecTV, Fubo, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling, with options for free trials and on-demand viewing.
Bob Geldof reflects on the impact of the 1985 Live Aid concert, which raised over $140 million to combat the Ethiopian famine, and discusses why such an event might not be possible today, emphasizing its personal significance and global influence.
Country legend George Strait is hosting an intimate benefit concert in Boerne on July 27 to aid flood victims in Texas Hill Country, featuring performances by notable artists and aimed at providing immediate support to affected families and honoring first responders.
The surviving members of Soundgarden, performing under the name Nudedragons, will reunite for a benefit concert in Seattle on December 14th to support Seattle Children's Hospital. This rare performance will feature Shaina Shepherd on vocals and is part of the annual SMooCH concert lineup, which also includes Sebadoh, Doug Martsch, and Duff McKagan. The event is already sold out.
Key Brewing Company in Dundalk hosted a benefit concert "Support the Port" to raise funds for Port of Baltimore workers affected by the recent collapse. Local musicians, non-profits, and businesses collaborated for the event, with 10% of the proceeds going to the workers. The concert aimed to provide support and solidarity to the impacted families and workers, with Baltimore County Executive and Gov. Wes Moore emphasizing the availability of resources and assistance for those affected.
Phish bassist Mike Gordon will be part of an all-star lineup of Vermont musicians performing at the Hug Your Farmer: Hard Rain benefit concert in Burlington on September 7. The event, celebrating the music of Bob Dylan, will feature a house band led by Bob Wagner and will raise funds for The Vermont Community Foundation's VT Flood Response & Recovery Fund. All proceeds from the concert will go towards flood recovery efforts in Vermont, and donations can be made via HugYourFarmer.com.
The Hilton Hawaiian Village is hosting the Aloha For Maui Benefit Concert, a fundraising event featuring live music, to support the state of Maui.
Duran Duran, the iconic British rock band, will be performing a one-off benefit concert at the Guild Theatre in Menlo Park, California on August 19th. The concert is dedicated to supporting their founding guitarist, Andy Taylor, who is battling stage four prostate cancer. The event aims to provide financial assistance for groundbreaking treatment and is organized in support of the Cancer Awareness Trust. Presale tickets will be available to members of the Duran Duran VIP Fan Community, with general sales starting on July 19th. The concert will precede the band's "Future Past" tour and their latest album of the same name.