 Photo credit: Ruth Medjber San Francisco, CA (February 11, 2026) - Sweet Relief Musicians Fund recently announced their annual benefit concert, celebrating the legacy of legendary blues musician Taj Mahal, on February 21, at Masonic Auditorium in San Francisco. Previously confirmed performers include Joan Baez, Van Morrison, Stevie Van Zandt, George Thorogood, Mike Campbell, Patty Griffin, Jim Lauderdale, Will Hoge, Joe Henry, Ruby Amanfu, Bobby Rush, and Taj Mahal with surprise guests. The Irish singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Hozier has confirmed he will join the esteemed list of performers at this year’s event. Irish singer, songwriter, and musician Hozier blends folk, blues, soul, and rock with literary lyricism and social consciousness. He first gained international recognition with his multi-platinum debut single “Take Me to Church,” which earned a GRAMMY nomination and established him as a powerful new voice in contemporary music. Across his critically acclaimed albums Hozier, Wasteland, Baby! and Unreal Unearth, he has explored themes of love, faith, politics, and humanity, drawing inspiration from poetry, mythology, and the natural world. Known for his rich vocals and emotionally resonant songwriting, Hozier has amassed billions of streams worldwide and continues to captivate audiences across the globe.  Hozier’s performance will honor Taj Mahal, an influential American blues musician whose career has spanned more than five decades, marked by a deep exploration of roots music from around the world. Emerging in the late 1960s, he helped redefine the blues by blending it with Caribbean, African, Hawaiian, and Latin influences, long before such fusion became common. His early albums, including Taj Mahal and The Natch’l Blues, set the tone for a career built on innovation, soulful vocals, and masterful multi-instrumentalism. Over the years, he has collaborated widely, earned multiple Grammy Awards, and become a revered figure for preserving tradition while expanding its boundaries. Taj Mahal’s work continues to inspire new generations of artists and listeners drawn to his global, joyful approach to the blues. On the upcoming event, Taj Mahal shared “Thrilled to be honored by Sweet Relief and to celebrate with good feeling music. Thank you @Sweetrelief for all that you do and for bringing us together.” Aric Steinberg, Executive Director at Sweet Relief Musicians Fund added, “What an incredible way to celebrate 32 years of Sweet Relief, by honoring the legendary Taj Mahal! This celebration is long overdue for such an acclaimed artist, and we are so grateful that he’s allowing us to bring these amazing artists together to bring the house down on February 21st. This will be a special show indeed, and is also a critical fundraiser for our music community in need of emergency financial assistance for physical or mental health care. More artists will be announced in the coming weeks and there are always a few surprises!” 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. In addition to the event, fans will have 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. The guitar is in pristine, new condition, authenticated by signatures from the event's talented lineup, ensuring its authenticity and value. For more information, visit Charity Buzz. 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
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 A NOTE FROM JOE SATRIANI & STEVE VAI "Hey friends – Joe and Steve here. We couldn’t be more excited to be on the road together on the Surfing With the Hydra Tour, playing shows across North America throughout April and May. Even more exciting, we’re giving you the chance to join us in Atlantic City on May 29, 2026. One lucky fan and a guest will be set up with front-row tickets, get a full backstage tour, and have dinner with the band backstage. (Flights and hotel included.) Plus, we’ll send you home with a VIP merch pack to commemorate your time with us. The best part is that your entry supports Sweet Relief, an organization we care deeply about that helps musicians stay afloat when health issues put their livelihoods at risk. You can donate* as little as $15 for a chance to win. Good luck! We'll see you in Atlantic City. – Joe & Steve" What You Can Win
Two front-row tickets to see SATCHVAI Band on the Surfing With the Hydra Tour at the Borgata in Atlantic City on May 29, 2026 Private meet and greet and photo op with Joe and Steve Dinner with the band backstage Exclusive backstage tour One VIP merch package Round-trip airfare for you and a guest Hotel accommodations for two nights  Javier Escovedo has been living with cirrhosis and degenerative disc disease and has recently been diagnosed with autism. At 68, he was told he does not qualify for disability or unemployment. With his medical and basic living bills continuing to mount, he urgently needs financial assistance. All donations made to this fund will go directly towards vital living expenses for Javier during this difficult time. Javier emerged as a pioneer of the 70s West Coast punk movement, founding both bands, The Zeros and The True Believers, The Zeros being one of the very first California punk rock bands and one of the first to release a single.
Raised in Southern California, Javier Escovedo was born into music. Two of his older brothers, Pete Escovedo and Coke Escovedo, were celebrated Latin jazz musicians who also worked with Santana and formed the band Azteca, while another of his brothers, Alejandro Escovedo, earned a loyal following as an eclectic singer/songwriter. His niece Shelia Escovedo is another jazz artist whose career was launched into pop success under the name Shelia E. Javier was the true rock & roll man in the family - a swaggering and confident guitarist and tunesmith, he played with a handful of notable groups before launching a solo career. Influenced by artists like Lou Reed, David Bowie, Alice Cooper, T. Rex, Roxy Music, and especially New York Dolls, Javier has been in the music scene since 1977. In the 80s Javier formed the True Believers with Brother Alejandro in Austin, Texas and toured the US and Canada with Los Lobos. Putting out their first album in 1991, The Zeros’s Don’t Push Me Around, led them to release ground-breaking punk singles like “Wild Weekend,” which defined the genre, and was given a Lifetime Achievement Award by the San Diego Music Awards in 2005. After years of working on his craft, City Lights was released in 2012 and was a welcome return from the elusive artist as his first solo project. Kicked Out of Eden, followed as his second solo album in 2016. Javier is currently working on a new record.
We’re thrilled to announce that Lady Bianca will be joining us as a special guest for A Night to Honor Taj Mahal at The Masonic
Get your tickets before they’re gone! Lady Bianca is a Gospel and R&B vocalist, classically trained pianist, recording artist, producer and band leader. She has performed, recorded and toured with Frank Zappa, Sly Stone, Van Morrison, and John Lee Hooker (just to name a few!) and we are so excited to have her join us in February at The Masonic!
We’re excited to announce that Otis Taylor and Cassie Taylor will be joining us as special guests for A Night to Honor Taj Mahal at The Masonic!
Get your tickets below before they're gone! Critically acclaimed blues musician Otis Taylor is known for his story-driven sound that blends traditional blues with banjo and guitar. Cassie Taylor, his daughter, is a skilled bassist and singer-songwriter who brings their own depth and perspective to the music. We’re looking forward to them joining up on February 21st!  Win a trip to meet Taj Mahal in San Francisco at “A Night to Honor Taj Mahal” with Van Morrison, Joan Baez, Stevie Van Zandt, George Thorogood, & more!
Donate now to help us support Sweet Relief for your chance to win. What you'll get:
JOINED BY VAN MORRISON, STEVIE VAN ZANDT, GEORGE THOROGOOD, MIKE CAMPBELL, BOBBY RUSH, PATTY GRIFFIN, JIM LAUDERDALE, WILL HOGE, JOE HENRY, RUBY AMANFU, TROMBONE SHORTY KIDS, AND TAJ MAHAL WITH SPECIAL GUESTS + MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED TICKETS ON SALE NOW  Photo credit: Dana Tynan San Francisco, CA (January 9, 2026) - Sweet Relief Musicians Fund recently announced their annual benefit concert, celebrating the legacy of legendary blues musician Taj Mahal, on February 21, at Masonic Auditorium in San Francisco. Previously confirmed performers include Van Morrison, Stevie Van Zandt, George Thorogood, Mike Campbell, Patty Griffin, Jim Lauderdale, Will Hoge, Joe Henry, Ruby Amanfu, Bobby Rush, and Taj Mahal with surprise guests. Last year’s honoree, the iconic folk singer/songwriter Joan Baez, has confirmed she will join the esteemed list of performers at this year’s event. Joan Baez has endured as a musical force of nature for over six decades, with an unwavering commitment to social activism and the arts. Her classic early 1960s folk recordings attracted a generation who carried songs like “House Of the Rising Sun” and “Babe, I’m Gonna Leave You” into the rock lexicon. She was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2017. Though Baez stopped touring in 2019, she has been the subject of the film, I Am The Noise, and has released a book of drawings, Am I Pretty When I Fly?, and a book of poetry, When You See My Mother, Ask Her To Dance.  Baez's performance will honor Taj Mahal, an influential American blues musician whose career has spanned more than five decades, marked by a deep exploration of roots music from around the world. Emerging in the late 1960s, he helped redefine the blues by blending it with Caribbean, African, Hawaiian, and Latin influences, long before such fusion became common. His early albums, including Taj Mahal and The Natch’l Blues, set the tone for a career built on innovation, soulful vocals, and masterful multi-instrumentalism. Over the years, he has collaborated widely, earned multiple Grammy Awards, and become a revered figure for preserving tradition while expanding its boundaries. Taj Mahal’s work continues to inspire new generations of artists and listeners drawn to his global, joyful approach to the blues. On the upcoming event, Taj Mahal shared “Thrilled to be honored by Sweet Relief and to celebrate with good feeling music. Thank you @Sweetrelief for all that you do and for bringing us together.” Aric Steinberg, Executive Director at Sweet Relief Musicians Fund added, “What an incredible way to celebrate 32 years of Sweet Relief, by honoring the legendary Taj Mahal! This celebration is long overdue for such an acclaimed artist, and we are so grateful that he’s allowing us to bring these amazing artists together to bring the house down on February 21st. This will be a special show indeed, and is also a critical fundraiser for our music community in need of emergency financial assistance for physical or mental health care. More artists will be announced in the coming weeks and there are always a few surprises!” 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. 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 PUNK ROCK TO THE RESCUE COLLABORATIVE SINGLE + MUSIC VIDEO FOR “WE ARE LA” FEATURING MEMBERS OF MINUTEMEN, SOCIAL DISTORTION, PENNYWISE, FOO FIGHTERS, ALKALINE TRIO, THE GOGOS, TSOL + MORE IS OUT NOW THE TRACK COMMEMORATES THE ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE DEVASTATING LA FIRES BID ON SIGNED GUITAR FROM “WE ARE LA” PERFORMERS HERE  Los Angeles, CA (January 7, 2025) - Punk rock to the rescue! To commemorate the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, a collaborative single “We Are LA” is now available across all digital streaming platforms, marking exactly one year from when the fires began. The single features some punk rock heavy hitters including members of Minutemen, Social Distortion, The Linda Lindas, Foo Fighters, Alkaline Trio, Pennywise and more. To order the limited-edition vinyl, visit HERE. Produced by Charlie Overbey and GRAMMY Award winning producer Ted Hutt, proceeds from “We Are LA” will benefit Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, who provide 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 full list of collaborators include: Mike Watt of Minutemen, Jonny Two Bags of Social Distortion, Ron Emory and Greg Kuehn of TSOL, Atom Willard of Alkaline Trio, Rami Jaffee of Foo Fighters, Jim Lindberg of Pennywise, Tony Reflex of The Adolescents, Jane Weidlin of The Gogos, Annette Zilinskas of The Bangles, Eloise Wong of The Linda Lindas, Texacala Jones of Tex & The Horseheads, Teresa Stone of The Pony Tales, Paul Roessler of The Screamers, Kimm Gardner of CH3, Ted Hutt of Flogging Molly, Marko DeSantis of Sugarcult, Johnny Whitmer of The Stitches, Christian Fuhre of Aversion, Aaron Rev Peters and Jake Margolis of The Drowns, Aric Steinberg of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, Patrick Hildebrand, Owner of The Amazing Music Store and victim of the wildfires, Gary Tovar of The Godfather Of Punk and Founder of Goldenvoice, Charlie Overbey of Custom Made Scare & Katie Overbey of The Backlash.  WATCH “WE ARE LA” HERE Charlie Overbey & Vanessa Dingwell are no strangers to using their platforms for fundraising and stepping up to help a community in need. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Lone Hawk Hats & Honeywood Vintage, with the help of their celebrity clientele, raised over $100,000 through a live social media auction for Navajo Nation COVID-19 relief, benefiting the Navajo Nation via The United Natives Foundation. That same year, Overbey also recorded the single “Ode To John Prine” for Save Our Stages with members of Tom Petty, the Rolling Stones, Foo Fighters, Guitarist Jimmy Vivino, Singer LP, and his daughter, Katie Overbey. In addition to the single + video, a signed guitar and signed t-shirt from nearly all of the performers on “We Are LA” is available to bid on, with proceeds benefiting Sweet Relief Musicians Fund. The auction will run from January 7 at 10am ET, and will end on January 18 at 10pm ET. Additional details can be found HERE.  Earlier this year, as part of the ongoing Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts, Charlie Overbey & Vanessa Dingwall, founders of Lone Hawk Hats & Honeywood Vintage, launched an auction across social media, where fans bid on their iconic signed hats. Benefiting Sweet Relief Natural Disaster Fund, signed hats were available daily, including but not limited to, singer/songwriter LP, Blackberry Smoke frontman Charlie Starr, Black Crowes’ Chris Robinson, Taime Downe from Faster Pussycat, along with actors, Cree Summer, Dan Stevens, Josh Holloway, Brian Konoval, 1883 & 1923 Costume designer Gaby Acosta, among others. ###
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
We’re excited to announce Alvin Youngblood Hart will be joining us as a special guest for A Night to Honor Taj Mahal at The Masonic!
Get your tickets below before they’re gone! Known as a “musician's musician,” Alvin Youngblood Hart's praises have been sung by everyone from Bob Dylan to Brit guitar gods Eric Clapton & Mick Taylor. Taj Mahal once said, "He's got thunder in his hands." We’re excited for him to join us in February! Dear #SweetSupporters,
As we round out another year, I want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for your kindness and support throughout 2025. Because of you, we have been able to offer essential support to musicians and music industry professionals dealing with physical and mental illness, disability, and age-related issues. I want to give special thanks to the many individuals and organizations that supported Sweet Relief in response to the LA Fires last January. Thanks to that support, we were able to say yes and issue a grant to all qualified applicants that applied for emergency assistance. We could not have done that without your generous donations. I also want to extend that thanks to our small but mighty staff who really stepped up for that immense challenge, I could not be more proud. Your contributions through donations, fundraising, and volunteering have made a long-lasting impact in the lives of countless individuals. We are deeply grateful for your belief in our mission and your dedication to helping those who have given us so much through music. Looking ahead to next year, we remain committed to expanding our impact, and we know that with your continued support, we can do even more to bring "Sweet Relief" to the music community. Thank you again for your kindness and generosity. We wish you a happy and music-filled New Year! Warm regards, Bill Bennett President Sweet Relief Musicians Fund
We’re so excited to welcome The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol as a special guest for our Night to Honor Taj Mahal on February 21st at The Masonic!
Get your tickets below before they’re gone. The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol is one of the premier vocalists of her time. A Bay Area legend since the 1960s, she crosses boundaries between blues, jazz, gospel, funk, R&B and beyond. We’re grateful to have her join us! FEATURING PERFORMANCES BY VAN MORRISON, STEVIE VAN ZANDT, GEORGE THOROGOOD, MIKE CAMPBELL, BOBBY RUSH, PATTY GRIFFIN, JIM LAUDERDALE, WILL HOGE, JOE HENRY, RUBY AMANFU, TROMBONE SHORTY KIDS, AND TAJ MAHAL WITH SPECIAL GUESTS + MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED TICKETS ON SALE DECEMBER 19  San Francisco, CA (December 16, 2025) - Sweet Relief Musicians Fund has announced their annual benefit concert, celebrating the legacy of legendary blues musician Taj Mahal, on February 21, at Masonic Auditorium in San Francisco. Confirmed performers include Van Morrison, Stevie Van Zandt, George Thorogood, Mike Campbell, Patty Griffin, Jim Lauderdale, Will Hoge, Joe Henry, Ruby Amanfu, Bobby Rush, and Taj Mahal with surprise guests and additional performers to be announced shortly. Tickets for the event will be on sale this Friday, December 19. Taj Mahal is an influential American blues musician whose career has spanned more than five decades, marked by a deep exploration of roots music from around the world. Emerging in the late 1960s, he helped redefine the blues by blending it with Caribbean, African, Hawaiian, and Latin influences, long before such fusion became common. His early albums, including Taj Mahal and The Natch’l Blues, set the tone for a career built on innovation, soulful vocals, and masterful multi-instrumentalism. Over the years, he has collaborated widely, earned multiple Grammy Awards, and become a revered figure for preserving tradition while expanding its boundaries. Taj Mahal’s work continues to inspire new generations of artists and listeners drawn to his global, joyful approach to the blues.
“Thrilled to be honored by Sweet Relief and to celebrate with good feeling music," Taj Mahal shares, and continues, "Thank you Sweet Relief for all that you do and for bringing us together.” Aric Steinberg, Executive Director at Sweet Relief Musicians Fund adds, “What an incredible way to celebrate 32 years of Sweet Relief, by honoring the legendary Taj Mahal! This celebration is long overdue for such an acclaimed artist, and we are so grateful that he’s allowing us to bring these amazing artists together to bring the house down on February 21st. This will be a special show indeed, and is also a critical fundraiser for our music community in need of emergency financial assistance for physical or mental health care. More artists will be announced in the coming weeks and there are always a few surprises!” The February event is part of an ongoing series of shows presented by Sweet Relief Musicians Fund. It serves as a follow-up to 2025’s event celebrating Joan Baez which featured performances by Bonnie Raitt, Emmylou Harris, Joe Henry, Lucinda Williams, Margo Price, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Rosanne Cash, Taj Mahal, Tom Morello + special guests. 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. ### 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  ON SALE NOW! A limited amount of engraved String Cheese Incident jewelry cut from Jason Hann’s cracked cymbal. A portion of every sale is donated to Sweet Relief Musicians Fund Less than 120 necklaces + 70 earring pairs were made. The jewelry we created was cut from Jason’s primary 18″ crash cymbal. This crash was smacked on-stage during all shows spanning 2018-2022. About 200 total shows! Alas, the cymbal (bravely) succumbed to its injuries in the line of duty and now YOU can own (and wear!) a piece of it. Jason Hann is the percussionist and electronic producer for the multi-flavored band, The String Cheese Incident, since 2004. His versatility in so many different styles of music allows for his percussion textures and rhythms to flow with SCI’s eclectic approach to their musical journey.
The past three decades have written a story packed full of surreal experiences, epic moments, groundbreaking involvement and huge accomplishments. The String Cheese Incident has been recognized for their commitment to musical creativity and integrity, for their community spirit, philanthropic endeavors, and for their innovative approach to the business of music. TRACK FEATURES MEMBERS OF SOCIAL DISTORTION, PENNYWISE, THE MINUTEMEN, FOO FIGHTERS, ALKALINE TRIO, THE GOGOS, TSOL, AND MORE PRE-ORDER “WE ARE LA” VINYL HERE PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT SWEET RELIEF MUSICIANS FUND  Los Angeles, CA (December 9, 2025) - To commemorate the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, a collaborative single “We Are LA” will be available on January 7, exactly one year from when the fires began. The single features some punk rock heavy hitters including members of Social Distortion, The Linda Lindas, The Minutemen, Foo Fighters, Alkaline Trio, Pennywise and more. To pre-order the limited-edition vinyl, visit HERE.
Produced by GRAMMY Award winner Ted Hutt and Charlie Overbey, proceeds from “We Are LA” will benefit Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, who provide 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 full list of collaborators include: Mike Watt of Minutemen, Jonny Two Bags of Social Distortion, Ron Emory and Greg Kuehn of TSOL, Atom Willard of Alkaline Trio, Rami Jaffee of Foo Fighters, Jim Lindberg of Pennywise, Tony Reflex of The Adolescents, Jane Weidlin of The Gogos, Annette Zilinskas of The Bangles, Eloise Wong of The Linda Lindas, Texacala Jones of Tex & The Horseheads, Teresa Stone of The Pony Tales, Paul Roessler of The Screamers, Kimm Gardner of CH3, Ted Hutt of Flogging Molly, Marko DeSantis of Sugarcult, Johnny Whitmer of The Stitches, Christian Fuhre of Aversion, Aaron Rev Peters and Jake Margolis of The Drowns, Aric Steinberg of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, Patrick Hildebrand, Owner of The Amazing Music Store and victim of the wildfires, Gary Tovar of The Godfather Of Punk and Founder of Goldenvoice, Charlie Overbey of Custom Made Scare & Katie Overbey of The Backlash. Charlie Overbey & Vanessa Dingwell are no strangers to using their platforms for fundraising and stepping up to help a community in need. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Lone Hawk Hats & Honeywood Vintage, with the help of their celebrity clientele, raised over $100,000 through a live social media auction for Navajo Nation COVID-19 relief, benefiting the Navajo Nation via The United Natives Foundation. That same year, Overbey also recorded the single “Ode To John Prine” for Save Our Stages with members of Tom Petty, the Rolling Stones, Foo Fighters, Guitarist Jimmy Vivino, Singer LP, and his daughter, Katie Overbey. Earlier this year, as part of the ongoing Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts, Charlie Overbey & Vanessa Dingwall, founders of Lone Hawk Hats & Honeywood Vintage, launched an auction across social media, where fans bid on their iconic signed hats. Benefiting Sweet Relief Natural Disaster Fund, signed hats were available daily, including but not limited to, singer/songwriter LP, Blackberry Smoke frontman Charlie Starr, Black Crowes’ Chris Robinson, Taime Downe from Faster Pussycat, along with actors, Cree Summer, Dan Stevens, Josh Holloway, Brian Konoval, 1883 & 1923 Costume designer Gaby Acosta, among others. ### 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 HARPER HOUSE MUSIC FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES THEY WILL MATCH ALL DONATIONS TO SWEET RELIEF MUSICIANS FUND12/3/2025 IN THE MONTH OF DECEMBER, UP TO $50,000  Photo credit: Neal Casal New York, NY (December 2, 2025) - Rooted in the belief that music is a vital and universal source of connection, joy, and meaning, Harper House Music Foundation (HHMF) seeks to be an agent of change by facilitating efforts that help artists share their work, lead stable and healthy lives, and preserve their unique legacies. Every donation towards Sweet Relief Musicians Fund in the month of December, Harper House Music Foundation will match up to $50,000. 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.
On the donation, Aric Steinberg, Executive Director at Sweet Relief Musicians Fund shares “Our friends at Harper House Music Foundation have stepped up once again to help us provide a safety net for our music community, and we could not be more grateful for their continued support. This end of year campaign is vital to our mission, and this matching gift will have a huge impact on the number of musicians and music industry workers we’re able to help via our emergency financial assistance grants”. Stephen Sullens, Founder and President at Harper House Music Foundation adds, “We’ve admired Sweet Relief’s work helping artists for decades, and are excited to expand our recent LA fire relief funding to more programmatic support through our year-end match. Incentivizing donations to Sweet Relief as they continue to be such a significant force for good within our music community is core to Harper House Music Foundation's mission.” For more information about Sweet Relief Musicians Fund and ways to donate, visit https://www.sweetrelief.org/ ### Connect with Sweet Relief Musicians Fund: Website | Instagram | Facebook | X Connect with Harper House Music Foundation Website | Instagram | Facebook | LinkedIn 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 For Harper House Music Foundation press inquiries, please contact: Ken Weinstein | Big Hassle Media | [email protected] Noise Pop Supports Sweet Relief during Giving Tuesday with $3 per ticket Donations to Select Shows12/2/2025  For Giving Tuesday today, Noise Pop will be donating $3 for every ticket purchased for the following shows to Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, to support our mission of helping musicians and music industry workers in need!
🎶DeVotchKa "A Tribute to the Music of Little Miss Sunshine" Sat, Feb 21 at Gray Area GET TICKETS 🎶Playboy Manbaby Tue, Feb 24 at Kilowatt GET TICKETS 🎶Shannon Shaw and Friends at KQED Live Thu, Feb 26 at KQED HQ GET TICKETS 🎶Ether Rose Sun, Mar 1 at Kilowatt GET TICKETS  Join us in helping those who give us so much through music. This year for Giving Tuesday, we are raising emergency funds for musicians and music industry workers in need. You can make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps.
Funds raised through this campaign will help all types of career musicians and music industry workers who are struggling to make ends meet while facing physical and mental illness, disability, or age-related problems. Sweet Relief 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. This December 2nd, let’s come together to make a difference. Your donation ensures that the people who create and support music can continue doing what they do best.  Celebrate New Year’s Eve in an unforgettable way with a trip to Austin to meet San Holo backstage at his “Wholesome Riddim New Year's Eve” show! You and a guest will experience the energy of the night in person, enjoy VIP access, and share an exclusive backstage moment with San Holo.
Your prize includes round trip travel to Austin, TX and a 2-night hotel stay for two, two VIP passes on San Holo’s guest list for his show at Emo’s Austin on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, a backstage meet and photo with San Holo, a San Holo-signed guitar, a San Holo merch pack, plus a gift card for pre-show dinner and local ground transportation to top it all off. Your donation helps Sweet Relief Musicians Fund support musicians facing physical or mental health issues, disability or age-related problems. Every entry helps bring vital resources to those in need, and enters you for a chance to win this New Year’s Eve experience with San Holo. Ends December 19th! Enter now SWEET RELIEF MUSICIANS FUND LAUNCHES THEIR ANNUAL HOLIDAY AUCTION SUPPORTING MUSICIANS AND MUSIC INDUSTRY WORKERS IN NEED DONATE AND BID TO WIN SIGNED MEMORABILIA AND IN-PERSON EXPERIENCES FROM PEARL JAM, HOZIER, BILLY STRINGS, LAUFEY, MARGARET CHO, WALKER HAYES AND MANY MORE  New York, NY (November 25, 2025) - ‘Tis the season of giving back! Kicking off this week, Sweet Relief Musicians Fund has launched their holiday auction, powered by Fandiem, giving fans the opportunity to bid on signed memorabilia and in-person experiences from Pearl Jam, Hozier, Billy Strings, Laufey, Margaret Cho, Walker Hayes and many more Proceeds benefit Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, who provide financial assistance to musicians and music industry workers who are facing illness, disability, or age-related challenges. Your winning bid helps support the people behind the music you love.
Aric Steinberg, Executive Director at Sweet Relief Musicians Fund shares “Wow, another year of incredible generosity from our music industry supporters! All of the proceeds will help us to continue to provide a safety net for musicians and music industry professionals in need of physical or mental health care. Thanks to our partners at Fandiem for powering another amazing holiday auction for Sweet Relief!” Keep checking back as Sweet Relief Musicians Fund will continue to add new items. For additional details and the current list of items available, visit: https://fandiem.com/headliners/sweetreliefgivingtuesday25 For press inquiries & media availability, please contact: Jeff Kilgour | The Syndicate | [email protected] | 917.678.4420 Allie Gruensfelder | The Syndicate | [email protected] | 201.864.0900 x264 FUNDRAISING PLATFORM FANDIEM ANNOUNCES FIRST OFFICIAL NYC SUPERJAM FEATURING REGGIE WATTS, GEORGE PORTER JR, CRAIG ROBINSON, DJ LOGIC, NIKKI GLASPIE, PLUS MEMBERS OF DUMPSTAPHUNK AND THE NTH POWER, WITH VERY SPECIAL GUESTS AND SURPRISES FEATURING THE NEW YORK DEBUT OF ACCLAIMED NEW ORLEANS PIANO PHENOM RIVER ECKERT DECEMBER 17 AT BROOKLYN BOWL THE CELEBRATION WILL BENEFIT MUSIC WILL & SWEET RELIEF MUSICIANS FUND  New York, NY (November 19, 2025) - Fandiem’s Holiday Superjam will feature members of Dumpstaphunk and The Nth Power, as well as guest stars Reggie Watts (multi-talented comedian, musician, and former bandleader on The Late Late Show with James Corden, with additional roles in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and The SpongeBob Movie) and Craig Robinson (comedian and actor best known as Darryl Philbin on The Office, with film credits including Pineapple Express, Hot Tub Time Machine), along with DJ Logic, Nikki Glaspie (Beyonce’s longtime drummer), Shira Elias, plus the legend and lifetime Grammy Award Winner, George Porter Jr (of the Meters). In addition, young piano phenom River Eckert will be making his NYC debut. The show will feature fresh interpretations of some of the most beloved songs of all time with surprises and special guests.
The show will benefit Music Will, the largest nonprofit music program in the U.S., delivering hands-on, culturally responsive music education to more than 1,000,000 students in thousands of public schools nationwide and Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, who provide 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. Paul Peck, Fandiem Co-Founder and President shares “Producing a Superjam in NYC to support Music Will and Sweet Relief is a dream come true for our team. The Brooklyn Bowl is the perfect home to celebrate the magic we are cooking up, and we are going all out to create an unforgettable night of music, comedy and surprises that brings people together Fandiem-style for two amazing causes.” Mike Wasserman, Chief Executive Officer at Music Will echoes Peck and adds “We’re deeply grateful to Fandiem and this phenomenal group of artists for coming together in support of music’s power to transform lives. At Music Will, we see every day how music helps young people grow into their full selves—with confidence, connection, and creativity. This celebration is a reminder of what’s possible when we invest in students, our communities, and in music education.” Aric Steinberg, Executive Director at Sweet Relief Musicians Fund adds “We’re grateful to be the beneficiary of such an amazing show! Our friends at Fandiem have been our partners for many years, and it’s great to see them celebrating with these fantastic artists and, as always, incorporating a charitable component to benefit the community.” Tickets for this incredible event will be on sale Friday, November 21 with additional details HERE. Festive holiday attire is encouraged. Fandiem is the fundraising platform that activates the power of the fan community to impact positive change. Every fan that makes a charitable donation is entered to win once-in-a-lifetime experiences and prizes from their favorite artists, festivals, athletes, and creators. In addition to ticket sales, Fandiem is running a “donate to win” fundraiser around this event, which can be found HERE. # # # For press inquiries, please contact: Jeff Kilgour | The Syndicate | [email protected] | 917.678.4420 Allie Gruensfelder | The Syndicate | [email protected] | 201.864.0900 x264  NOW LIVE! Limited-edition Soundwaves Artwork created from the sound waves of Grizzly Bear's "Two Weeks."
Signed by the band in their hometown just before soundcheck on the second show of their comeback tour following a six-year hiatus, this collection is a special one and only 25 prints and four Originals are available — get yours now at the link below. All profits benefit Sweet Relief's Mental Health Fund, which provides financial assistance to musicians and music industry professionals who are struggling with mental health challenges.  Heavy metal titans Judas Priest are back with not one but three new limited-edition print runs to fundraise for The Glenn Tipton Parkinson's Foundation and Sweet Relief Musicians Fund!
Made in collaboration with the band to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Painkiller and the upcoming 40th anniversary of Turbo, these artworks were created from the sound waves of three massive Judas Priest hits, including "Painkiller," "Turbo Lover" and "You've Got Another Thing Coming." Glenn Tipton signed these artworks in England in August, and Rob Halford, Ian Hill, Scott Travis & Richie Faulkner signed them backstage at Germania Insurance Amphitheater in Austin, TX on October 25. Artwork also features handwritten lyrics by Rob Halford that were digitally added to each print and Original:
There are only 25 prints and two Originals available per song, so go get your hands on one now before the band announces these on social media soon. All profits will be split between The Glenn Tipton Parkinson's Foundation and Sweet Relief Musicians Fund.  Now live! Limited-edition Soundwaves Artwork created from the sound waves of AFI's 2003 popular radio hit "Girl's Not Grey," as well as the band's new lead single entitled "Behind the Clock" from their recent 12th studio album.
In Austin, TX on October 29, Soundwaves met up with Davey Havok, Adam Carson, Hunter Burgan and Jade Puget backstage at Moody Theater to sign 30 prints and three Originals for each song. Get yours now before they're gone!  NOW LIVE! Check out the most recent Soundwaves collection, made in collaboration with renowned English bassist Geezer Butler of Black Sabbath! Earlier this month the legendary, principal Black Sabbath lyricist signed a limited-edition run of prints created using the sound waves of his bass lines in three classic heavy metal hits, including "Iron Man," "Sabbath Bloody Sabbath" and "N.I.B." Each artwork features color schemes personally chosen by Geezer, as well as his handwritten lyrics that have been digitally added: "Some people say my love cannot be true" / "Forever with me 'til the end of time" "Sabbath, Bloody Sabbath" / "Heaven turns to Hell" "Iron Man lives again" / "Vengeance from the grave" All profits benefit Sweet Relief, get yours before they're gone!   We’re excited to announce our October Auction Fundraiser! This month features exclusive items and experiences from an incredible lineup of artists, including Thrice, Of Monsters and Men, Grandaddy, Plain White T's, Blondshell, and many more!
Place your bid today and help make a difference in the lives of those who give us so much through music 🎶❤ |
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