Dave Matthews falls from the Fireaid concert due to family disease
Dave Matthews.
Slide dipasupil/getty imagesDave Matthews Has stopped with the Fireaid benefit concert because of a medical problem with the family.
“Due to a critical illness in the family, Dave Matthews is unfortunately unable to perform this week with the benefits of Fireaid and Musicares,” read a Instagram Declaration shared via the page of the Dave Matthews Band on Wednesday 29 January.
No additional details were shared about the health issue. Matthews, 58, shares two daughters and a son with wife Jennifer Ashley Harper.
Matthews was planned to enter the stage at the Kia Forum on Thursday 30 January, next to John Mayer. Mayer, 47, confirmed on Thursday that he would still perform and sent the wishes to the rock singer.
The biggest names of the music are to join forces for a few Fireaid benefit concerts to support those displaced by the recent and current forest fires. Katy Perry, John Mayer, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish and Gwen Stefani belonged to the A-Listers who were tapped to perform at the two upcoming shows, according to a press release. Other recorded artists will do that […]
“Sending all my love to Dave, who will be there with me at Fireaid,” wrote Mayer through his Instagram story as he again made the announcement of Matthews.
This would have been the first time that Matthews and Mayer would have shared the stage.
The musicians were among the many A-list artists who announced the line-up of the concert. Katy Perry” Lady Gaga” Billie Eilish” Gwen Stefani” Gracie AbramsGreen Day, Jelly Roll And more were part of the two shows that took place at the Kia Forum and Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. Fireaid was announced earlier this month to support those who were displaced by the devastating forest fires who met in Los Angeles earlier this month.
“Contributing to Fireaid will be distributed under the advice of the Annenberg Foundation, for short -term lighting and long -term initiatives to prevent future fire disasters,” said a press release. “The Annenberg Foundation, with decades of philanthropic leadership in our community, including a quick response, will help to coordinate a team to send funds for the greatest impact. All proceeds from the Fireaid benefit concert on Intuit Dome and Kia Forum go directly to the designated beneficiaries of the event, because De La Clippers cover the millions to the costs of the event. “
Forest fires continue to tear through the Los Angeles area, destroyed thousands of hectares and forcing even more people to flee their homes. As the efforts of the help start, some of the most prominent stars in Hollywood come together to help people in need. The Eaton and Pacific Palisades fires, which are burning simultaneously, are already […]
In addition to the live versions, the benefit is also broadcast by selected AMC theaters and online via Apple Music, Max, Netflix, YouTube and more streaming platforms.
In addition to the advantage, the “Crash In Me” singer was also forced to withdraw from the 2025 Persons of the Year Benefit Gala of the Musicares, a charity event that is planned for Friday 31 January.
Days before he cancel his performances, Matthews announced He and his band went on tour this summer. Tour dates include stops in Los Angeles, Richmond and more. Tickets are planned to be for sale on Friday 21 February. There are no additional information about possible cancellations or postponing for the Tour shared.
