FireAid: The Star-Studded Benefit Concert for Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Featuring Billie Eilish, Stevie Wonder, and More
The concert, set for January 30th, will bring together top artists to raise funds for those affected by the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles.
NEW YORK (AP) — As two major wildfires continue to devastate the Los Angeles area, claiming more than 14,000 structures and displacing thousands, a star-studded concert is set to provide much-needed relief. FireAid, a benefit concert organized for Los Angeles-area wildfire relief, is bringing together some of the biggest names in music, including Billie Eilish, Stevie Wonder, Sting, and No Doubt, to raise funds for those affected.
Scheduled for January 30th, FireAid will feature 28 top artists performing across two venues in Inglewood, California: the Kia Forum and the Intuit Dome. The concert will support relief efforts both in the short term and long term, with proceeds distributed under the advisement of the Annenberg Foundation.
What is FireAid?
FireAid is a one-night-only benefit concert created to support communities impacted by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. Produced by Shelli, Irving, and the Azoff family, in partnership with Live Nation and AEG Presents, the concert will raise funds to support both immediate relief efforts and future initiatives aimed at preventing further wildfire disasters. All proceeds from the event will go directly to the designated beneficiaries of the concert.
When and Where Will FireAid Take Place?
The concert will take place on January 30th at two major venues in Inglewood, California. The Kia Forum will kick off performances at 6:00 p.m. PST, followed by the Intuit Dome at 7:30 p.m. PST.
Who Will Be Performing at FireAid?
The star-studded lineup includes Billie Eilish, Gracie Abrams, Jelly Roll, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Lil Baby, Olivia Rodrigo, Peso Pluma, Rod Stewart, Stevie Wonder, Sting, Tate McRae, and Earth, Wind & Fire at the Intuit Dome.
At the Kia Forum, performances will include Alanis Morissette, Anderson .Paak, Dawes, Graham Nash, Green Day, John Fogerty, Joni Mitchell, No Doubt, Pink, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Stephen Stills, Stevie Nicks, the Black Crowes, Dave Matthews, and John Mayer. Matthews and Mayer will perform together for the first time ever.
Can I Stream FireAid?
Yes, FireAid will be broadcast live and available for streaming across multiple platforms, including Apple Music, Apple TV+, Max, iHeartRadio, KTLA+, Netflix/Tudum, Paramount+, Prime Video, Twitch, SiriusXM, Spotify, SoundCloud, Veeps, and YouTube. It will also be shown in select AMC Theatre locations in the U.S.
How Can I Get Tickets to FireAid?
Tickets for the concert will go on sale Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. PST via Ticketmaster, starting at $99. To ensure that all proceeds benefit wildfire relief, both the venues and Ticketmaster have waived the usual service fees for the event.
Will I Be Able to Attend Both Concerts?
Although ticket holders will not be able to attend both concerts, attendees at the Intuit Dome will be able to watch the performances from the Kia Forum on screens inside the venue before their event begins. Similarly, Kia Forum ticket holders will be able to watch the Intuit Dome performances after theirs conclude.
Other Responses from the Music Industry to the Wildfires
In addition to FireAid, several other prominent figures in the entertainment industry have pledged their support to wildfire relief efforts. Beyoncé donated $2.5 million to the newly launched LA Fire Relief Fund through her charitable foundation, BeyGOOD. The Weeknd also contributed $1 million to the LAFD Foundation, GoFundMe's Wildfire Relief Fund, and the LA Regional Food Bank. Furthermore, the Recording Academy and MusiCares initiated the Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort, making an initial $1 million donation to help those affected, which has already contributed to distributing $2 million in emergency aid.
As the fires continue to ravage the region, FireAid and these ongoing relief efforts offer hope and support to the Los Angeles communities in need.