In The Spotlight: Dave Matthews has withdrawn from two major Los Angeles benefit concerts due to a critical family illness. His Instagram announcement affects his scheduled appearances at the FireAid benefit concert and MusiCares Persons of the Year Gala.
Events Proceed with Changes: The FireAid concert at Intuit Dome on January 30 will continue with John Mayer performing solo instead of the planned Matthews-Mayer duet. The star-studded lineup remains intact, featuring:
- Joni Mitchell
- Earth, Wind & Fire
- Stevie Nicks
- Alanis Morissette
- Stevie Wonder
MusiCares Tribute Adapts: The January 31 Grateful Dead tribute at the Los Angeles Convention Center will proceed with its remaining 20 performers, including Billy Strings, My Morning Jacket, and Norah Jones, alongside Dead members Bob Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, and Mickey Hart.
Official Statement Released: “Dave Matthews is unfortunately unable to perform at the FireAid and MusiCares benefits this week due to a critical illness in the family,” the Dave Matthews Band announced via Instagram.
Community Support Strong: Both events maintain their charitable missions, with FireAid supporting wildfire victims and MusiCares continuing its music community assistance programs.
