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Spiritbox Launch Charity Raffle to Help L.A. Wildfires Recovery

Over the past week or so, numerous artists and festivals have released exclusive merch and/or done other things to raise money for victims of the recent California wildfires. Now, metal quartet Spiritbox are helping out, too, by launching a merchandise charity raffle to help support recovery efforts for the ongoing disaster.Spiritbox’s Raffle DetailsThis past Friday (Jan. 17), the band announced the raffle on their social media pages, with guitarist Mike […]

January 19, 2025 2

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SONA to Offer Relief Funds for Songwriters Impacted by L.A. Fires

The Songwriters of North America (SONA) Foundation has relaunched its Songwriter Fund to provide emergency relief for songwriters and composers impacted by the wildfires in Los Angeles. To qualify, songwriters should visit the organization’s website and provide a few examples that demonstrate professional-level work as a musician, prove they were based in and around the area of the fires and three recent songwriter and/or composer credits. Qualifying writers and composers […]

January 16, 2025 1

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Dave Grohl Cooks for L.A. Families Displaced By Wildfires

Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl once again brought his cooking skills to the table to help some families that had been displaced by the recent Los Angeles wildfires.In recent years, Grohl, who also has his Backbeat BBQ business, has served up some barbecue for firefighters battling blazes and for the homeless seeking shelter from weather-related events. He also teamed at one point with local Los Angeles Mexican restaurant Casa Vega […]

January 15, 2025

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How Music Companies Are Supporting L.A. Wildfire Relief (Updating)

As devastating wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles County, a number of music businesses have stepped up to support relief efforts. Whether it’s multi-million dollar donations, offers to replace destroyed musical instruments and gear, or providing free studio time to affected musicians, it’s clear the industry is coming together to support both music professionals and the greater public who have suffered devastating losses. Billboard has compiled a list of some […]

January 14, 2025 1

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Tommy Lee Denounces ‘Lame A–‘ Self-Promotion Amid L.A. Wildfires

Tommy Lee is sick of seeing his fellow musicians promoting themselves online amid the Southern California wildfires.The Motley Crue drummer voiced his disdain for the practice in an Instagram post, which you can see below."Makes me fucking sick to see most people just [carrying] on ... posting on lame ass social media!" he wrote. "Guys right now nobody gives a flying fuck when your record drops or the next concert is when so […]

January 14, 2025

WMG’s Social Justice Fund Pledges M for L.A. Wildfire Relief

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WMG’s Social Justice Fund Pledges $1M for L.A. Wildfire Relief

As wildfires continue to devastate Los Angeles, the Warner Music Group/Blavatnik Family Foundation Social Justice Fund is stepping in to help. On Sunday (Jan. 12), the organization announced a pledge of $1 million to support fire relief and rebuilding efforts in the region. The funds will be directed to organizations assisting the Los Angeles community, local first responders, and individuals in the music industry affected by the disaster. Recipients of […]

January 12, 2025 1

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How the L.A. Wildfires Could Disrupt Awards Season

The wildfires that have been devouring multiple neighborhoods in the greater Los Angeles area for the last five days have caused so much misery and heartbreak for so many that it may seem trifling to point out the impact they have had on awards season. But it’s not. Awards shows aren’t just about privileged celebrities, but also about the thousands of everyday people who make their livings in support roles […]

January 12, 2025 2

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L.A. Wildfire Relief for Music Workers: Resource Guide (Updating)

Since Tuesday (Jan. 7), ferocious wildfires have been blazing through the greater Los Angeles region, causing extensive damage to life and property, including those of many individuals working in the music business. With nearly 180,000 residents impacted by evacuation orders, at least five dead and thousands of structures damaged or destroyed, music industry organizations are finding ways to provide relief for impacted music workers. Below, find a list of some […]

January 11, 2025

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See ‘Police Academy’ Star Steve Guttenberg Fight L.A. Wildfires

Actor Steve Guttenberg, who rose to fame as Police Academy's Officer Mahoney, is among those currently trying to fight the Los Angeles wildfires.Guttenberg, also known for his roles in hit films such as Three Men and a Baby, Short Circuit and Cocoon, was interviewed Tuesday during a live news broadcast. The reporter initially did not recognize the actor, who was trying to move cars that had been abandoned on the […]

January 9, 2025 2

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Spiritbox Launch Charity Raffle to Help L.A. Wildfires Recovery

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How Music Companies Are Supporting L.A. Wildfire Relief (Updating)

Tommy Lee Denounces ‘Lame A–‘ Self-Promotion Amid L.A. Wildfires

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