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MASONIC AUDITORIUM SHOW HELD FEBRUARY 21 IN SAN FRANCISCO FEATURED PERFORMANCES FROM HOZIER, JOAN BAEZ, VAN MORRISON, STEVIE VAN ZANDT, GEORGE THOROGOOD, PATTY GRIFFIN, JIM LAUDERDALE, WILL HOGE, JOE HENRY, RUBY AMANFU, TROMBONE SHORTY KIDS, TAJ MAHAL AND MORE  Photo credit: Jay Blakesberg San Francisco, CA (March 25, 2026) - Sweet Relief Musicians Fund recently held their annual benefit concert in San Francisco and raised over $500,000 for the organization. The show on February 21 at the Masonic Auditorium celebrated the legacy of legendary blues musician Taj Mahal and featured performances from Hozier, Joan Baez, Van Morrison, Stevie Van Zandt, George Thorogood, Patty Griffin, Jim Lauderdale, Will Hoge, Joe Henry, Ruby Amanfu, Bobby Rush, and Taj Mahal. In addition to the event, fans had the opportunity to bid on a piece of musical history with the D’Angelico Bob Weir Signature Guitar, uniquely signed by performers at A Night to Honor Taj Mahal. This exquisite instrument not only embodies the craftsmanship of D'Angelico but also carries the legacy of a memorable event, making it a must-have for collectors and music enthusiasts alike. Aric Steinberg, Executive Director at Sweet Relief Musicians Fund adds, “Another unforgettable show! It's always gratifying to witness the generosity of our music community and our performers first-hand, and to see everyone coming together for a common cause. We all recognize the urgent need to provide a safety net to our musicians and music industry professionals, and the funds raised will do exactly that.” Sweet Relief Musicians Fund provides services and financial assistance for career musicians and music industry professionals. Grants are earmarked for medical and vital living expenses, including insurance premiums, prescriptions, medical treatment and operative procedures, housing costs, food costs, utilities, and other basic necessities. Ahead of the event, Taj Mahal shared, “Thrilled to be honored by Sweet Relief and to celebrate with good feeling music. Thank you, Sweet Relief for all that you do and for bringing us together.” Connect with Sweet Relief Musicians Fund:
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HOSTED BY DANNY CLINCH AND RACHEL ANA DOBKEN, FEATURING A SUPER JAM WITH SPECIAL GUESTS NEAL FRANCIS, KARINA RYKMAN, AND MORE! OPENING SET BY RACHEL ANA DOBKEN BAND & THE EXTENSIONS  New York, NY (March 18, 2026) - Legendary Asbury Park, NJ venue Asbury Lanes will host a benefit show for Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, an organization that provides services and financial assistance for career musicians and music industry professionals. Grants are earmarked for medical and vital living expenses, including insurance premiums, prescriptions, medical treatment and operative procedures, housing costs, food costs, utilities, and other basic necessities. The show will take place on April 19, led by Rachel Ana Dobken and Danny Clinch, featuring a Special Collaborative Set with Neal Francis, Karina Rykman and more! The show will also feature opening sets by Rachel Ana Dobken Band and The Extensions. On the upcoming benefit show, Rachel Ana Dobken shares “Sweet Relief is a company I deeply believe in as so many of us artists are struggling in so many ways and we wanted to give back. I have had some serious health issues and they offered help when I least expected it. It’s going to be a great night featuring a special guest collaborative set with my band as house band with Danny Clinch plus guests Neal Francis, Karina Rykman and MORE. Don’t miss it!” Aric Steinberg, Executive Director at Sweet Relief Musicians Fund added “We’re so happy to see this show come together thanks to Rachel Ana Dobken and Danny Clinch, and we’re grateful to all of the artists who are contributing their performances to help us serve the music community. Looking forward to some wonderful surprises as well!” For more information on the show, tickets are available now and additional details can be found here. Connect with Sweet Relief Musicians Fund:
Website | Instagram | Facebook | X For Sweet Relief Musicians Fund press inquiries, please contact: Jeff Kilgour | The Syndicate | [email protected] | 917.678.4420 Allie Gruensfelder | The Syndicate | [email protected] | 201.864.0900 x264 Warren Haynes returns with new Gov't Mule signed Soundwaves collection Supporting Sweet Relief3/6/2026  NOW LIVE! Warren Haynes is back with an all-new Soundwaves collection created from Gov't Mule's "Banks of the Deep End" to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its release this year! Just before soundcheck at Paramount Theater in Austin, TX on February 22, the Soundwaves team met up with Warren to sign 75 prints and four Originals to support Sweet Relief Musicians Fund. The artwork also features handwritten lyrics by Warren that were digitally added to each print.   #SweetSupporter Shakey Graves will be heading out on The Fondness, Etc. tour this summer! Pre-sales start tomorrow (3/3) at 10AM local time.
Shakey Graves is also partnering with PLUS1 so that $1 per ticket goes to supporting Sweet Relief Musicians Fund! Sign up to get tickets at shakeygraves.com/tour |
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Sweet Relief Musicians Fund provides financial assistance to all types of career musicians and music industry workers who are struggling to make ends meet while facing physical or mental health issues, disability, or age-related problems.
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund provides financial assistance to all types of career musicians and music industry workers who are struggling to make ends meet while facing physical or mental health issues, disability, or age-related problems.
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund is a 501(c)3 non-profit charity. Federal ID# 95-4443269
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