FireAid, Dave Matthews and MusiCares

Dave Matthews pulls out of FireAid benefit concert due to ‘critical’ family health matter
CNN has reached out to a representative for Matthews for comment. The FireAid benefit concert, a music event set up to aid the relief efforts following the deadly and devastating Los Angeles wildfires, is set to take place on Thursday at the Kia Forum and the new Intuit Dome, both located in the LA city of Inglewood.
Dave Matthews won’t perform at FireAid or a MusiCares benefit, citing a critical family illness
Dave Matthews will no longer perform at FireAid, the star-studded benefit concert organized for Los Angeles-area wildfire relief taking place Thursday.
Dave Matthews Withdraws From FireAid Benefit and MusiCares Gala Following ‘Critical' Family Illness
Singer was scheduled to perform with John Mayer for the first time at the FireAid concert on Jan. 30, followed by a Grateful Dead tribute at the MusiCares event on Jan. 31
Dave Matthews Suddenly Cancels FireAid Benefit Performance Due to ‘Critical Illness’
The sudden cancellation was announced in a brief statement shared on the official Dave Matthews Band Instagram page on Wednesday, Jan. 29, just one day before he was due to take the stage at the Kia Forum with John Mayer for the star-studded FireAid benefit concert raising funds for Los Angeles-area wildfire relief.
Dave Matthews bows out of FireAid and MusiCares performances over ‘critical’ family illness
Dave Matthews has bowed out of performances at the FireAid benefit concert and the MusiCares Person of the Year benefit gala amid a family emergency, the band announced Wednesday.
FireAid: Dave Matthews Cancels Due to "Critical Illness in The Family"
With FireAid set to kick off Thursday night, Dave Matthews was forced to cancel his performance due to a "critical illness in the family."
Dave Matthews Withdraws from FireAid Benefit and MusiCares Persons of the Year Gala Due to Family Emergency
Rodrigo Simas Just days before his scheduled appearances, Dave Matthews has announced that he will no longer be able to perform during the
Dave Matthews Pulls Out of FireAid Benefit Due to Family Illness
With only a day until the FireAid benefit concert, the star-studded showcase is getting a shakeup to its lineup ... Dave Matthews has announced his exit from the show.
Dave Matthews Drops Out Of FireAid And MusiCares Grateful Dead Tribute
Dave Matthews has pulled out of a pair of high-profile appearances in Los Angeles this week, citing an urgent family situation. “Due to a critical illness in the family, Dave Matthew is unfortunately unable to perform at the FireAid and MusiCares benefits this week,
Dave Matthews drops out of FireAid and MusiCares benefit due to ‘critical illness in the family’
A family emergency has prompted Dave Matthews to drop out of the FireAid benefit concert and the 2025 MusiCares Persons of the Year Gala. “Due to a critical illness in the family, Dave
Dave Matthews Drops Out of FireAid & MusiCares Grateful Dead Tribute Due to Family Emergency
In addition to the performances, original Grateful Dead members Mickey Hart, Bill Kreutzmann and Bob Weir will be recognized for their musical contributions and philanthropy, while late band founders Jerry Garcia and Phil Lesh will be honored posthumously.
Dave Matthews Band announces 2025 spring and summer tour: Where to buy tickets
The tour does not include any stops in Pennsylvania but does include shows in New York, New Jersey and Maryland.
How the Biggest Fire Relief Concert Came Together in 48 Hours
Rod Stewart chartered a plane; John Mayer texted Dave Matthews. “I didn’t have to call anybody—the phone just rang.” ...