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MusiCares® Hosts Inaugural Mindful May Event at GRAMMY Museum® in Partnership With Sweetwater

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Mercoledì, Giugno 5, 2024

MusiCares®, the leading charity supporting the health and well-being of the music community, held its inaugural Mindful May event on May 29, 2024, at the GRAMMY Museum®.

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  • MusiCares®, the leading charity supporting the health and well-being of the music community, held its inaugural Mindful May event on May 29, 2024, at the GRAMMY Museum®.
  • 1 online retailer for music makers, the event promoted wellness for music professionals during Mental Health Awareness Month.
  • Thank you to MusiCares and the Recording Academy® for creating a safe space," said Olu of his experience at the Mindful May event.
  • Images from the event can be found here — Courtesy of the Recording Academy® / Photos by Becky Sapp for Getty Images © 2024.

MusiCares® Brings Humans of Hip Hop Initiative to Chicago With Supporting Partner Vivid Seats and Guest Panel Including Common and Lupe Fiasco

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Mercoledì, Aprile 24, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240424322675/en/
    Lupe Fiasco & Common - Courtesy of the Recording Academy® / Photo by Daniel Boczarski for Getty Images © 2024.
  • This recent installment of the Humans of Hip Hop initiative took place on April 22, 2024, at Vivid Seats’ Chicago headquarters.
  • "We are excited to continue the Humans of Hip Hop initiative in Chicago at Vivid Seats’ headquarters," said Laura Segura, Executive Director of MusiCares.
  • Humans of Hip Hop would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors including Vivid Seats, Supporting Partner and Amazon Music, H3 Contributor.

MusiCares® to Hold The Day That Music Cares on April 26

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Martedì, Aprile 16, 2024

On April 26, 2024, the global music community will come together for the second annual The Day That Music Cares, a dedicated day of service organized by MusiCares®, music’s leading charity.

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  • On April 26, 2024, the global music community will come together for the second annual The Day That Music Cares, a dedicated day of service organized by MusiCares®, music’s leading charity.
  • Building on the success of its inaugural year, this initiative activates music professionals and fans worldwide for a day of volunteering, demonstrating the power and heart of the music community.
  • “The Day That Music Cares unites the music community’s culture of connection and the transformative power of giving back.
  • Join music professionals and music fans around the globe on April 26 as they unite through the love of music and make a positive impact in our communities.

Colossal Partners With Rolling Stone to Discover America's Next Top Hitmaker

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Giovedì, Aprile 25, 2024

PHOENIX, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Colossal, a nationally registered professional fundraiser dedicated to inspiring advocacy, has joined forces with Rolling Stone, the iconic authority in music and culture, to embark on a mission to find America's Next Top Hitmaker. After the grand finale of this groundbreaking competition, one musician or band will be featured in the pages of Rolling Stone, earning a prize of $10,000 and a performance at Rolling Stone's Future of Music showcase in Austin, Texas.

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  • Colossal and Rolling Stone have partnered for America's Next Top Hitmaker, offering aspiring musicians the chance to win $10,000, appear in Rolling Stone magazine, and perform at the Future of Music showcase.
  • "Through America's Next Top Hitmaker, we're empowering aspiring musicians to make their mark while supporting a worthy cause."
  • For over five decades, Rolling Stone has been the premier platform for music enthusiasts, boasting a global audience of over 60 million per month.
  • From in-depth interviews to hard-hitting political commentary, Rolling Stone has continuously evolved while staying true to its mission of telling exceptional stories that illuminate our culture.

Performers Revealed for the 2024 MusiCares® Person of the Year Tribute Honoring Jon Bon Jovi Hosted by Jim Gaffigan

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Venerdì, Gennaio 26, 2024

The 33rd annual benefit gala will be hosted by GRAMMY-nominated comedian Jim Gaffigan.

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  • The 33rd annual benefit gala will be hosted by GRAMMY-nominated comedian Jim Gaffigan.
  • I’m honored they are able to be with us for such a wonderful night,” said Jon Bon Jovi.
  • This year’s tribute will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center and includes a cocktail reception, followed by a dinner and tribute concert.
  • Performers will pay tribute to Bon Jovi’s legacy and his impact on rock and roll since the 1983 inception of his eponymous band.

YOSHIKI Auctions Beloved Crystal Piano to Support Victims of Japan Earthquake, Raising 40 Million Yen

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Martedì, Gennaio 16, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International superstar YOSHIKI auctioned his beloved crystal piano this week, with the winning bid reaching 40 million yen (over $270,000 USD) when the 4-day auction ended on January 16.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- International superstar YOSHIKI auctioned his beloved crystal piano this week, with the winning bid reaching 40 million yen (over $270,000 USD) when the 4-day auction ended on January 16.
  • YOSHIKI also donated 10 million yen earlier this month to the Japanese Red Cross to aid disaster relief through his 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Yoshiki Foundation America.
  • Immediately after the disaster, he donated a total of more than 13 million yen, including the proceeds from the auction of his crystal piano.
  • YOSHIKI is internationally recognized for his long-term philanthropic activities and has donated over 2 million dollars to charity through Yoshiki Foundation America.

YOSHIKI donates 10 million yen to the Japanese Red Cross Society to support areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake

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Lunedì, Gennaio 8, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 4th, YOSHIKI donated 10 million yen to the Japanese Red Cross through his 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Yoshiki Foundation America to support areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 4th, YOSHIKI donated 10 million yen to the Japanese Red Cross through his 501(c)(3) non-profit organization Yoshiki Foundation America to support areas affected by the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
  • The reason I announce these donations each time is to attempt to expand the circle of support even a little.
  • I sincerely hope that everyone in the affected areas can return to their normal lives as soon as possible."
  • In 2020, he donated 10 million yen to the Japanese Red Cross Society to support the areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake, nine years after the disaster.

Musicians on Call Shows Appreciation to Hospital Workers With Exclusive Hope for the Holidays Concert Featuring John Rzeznik, Train, Suzanne Vega and More

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Giovedì, Dicembre 21, 2023

Most recently, Hollander donated all proceeds from his memoir 21-Hit Wonder: Flopping My Way to the Top of the Charts to Musicians On Call.

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  • Most recently, Hollander donated all proceeds from his memoir 21-Hit Wonder: Flopping My Way to the Top of the Charts to Musicians On Call.
  • “Tonight is about caregivers and thanking our caregivers for all that they do year-round to take care of us and inspire us.
  • We started our Hope for the Holidays concert as a virtual concert during the pandemic to bring happiness, joy and healing to caregivers, patients and their families during the holiday season.
  • Performances from the event were recorded to be included in MOC’s annual Hope for the Holidays virtual concert.

Jon Bon Jovi to Be Honored at the 2024 MusiCares® Person of the Year Gala

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Giovedì, Ottobre 19, 2023

MusiCares® has named Jon Bon Jovi, GRAMMY® Award winner, 11-time GRAMMY Award nominee, and founding member of American rock band Bon Jovi, as the 2024 MusiCares Person of the Year.

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  • MusiCares® has named Jon Bon Jovi, GRAMMY® Award winner, 11-time GRAMMY Award nominee, and founding member of American rock band Bon Jovi, as the 2024 MusiCares Person of the Year.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231019465621/en/
    Jon Bon Jovi (Photo Credit: Courtesy of David Roemer)
    “MusiCares is thrilled to honor Jon Bon Jovi at the 2024 Person of the Year Gala,” said Laura Segura, Executive Director of MusiCares.
  • In 2006, he established the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, an organization dedicated to disrupting the cycle of hunger, poverty and homelessness.
  • It includes a cocktail reception, followed by a dinner and tribute concert, featuring renowned musicians and other artists paying tribute to Jon Bon Jovi.

Music Superstar YOSHIKI Will Become First Japanese Artist to be Immortalized in Cement at the World-Famous TCL Chinese Theatre Hollywood

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Lunedì, Settembre 11, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The iconic and beloved Japanese superstar YOSHIKI will leave his mark in a festive imprint ceremony at the TCL Chinese Theatre Hollywood.

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  • YOSHIKI was named "one of the most influential musicians and composers in Japanese history" by Consequence and is described by Billboard Magazine as "a musical innovator".
  • YOSHIKI has sold over 30 million albums and singles and has sold out the 55,000-seat Tokyo Dome a record-breaking 18 times with his band X Japan.
  • He has performed at the world's greatest stages including Madison Square Garden, Wembley Arena, Coachella Music Festival, and Carnegie Hall.
  • This tour will be the first time a Japanese artist has headlined all these historic venues.