L.A.’s musicians support Eaton fire recovery, one year later, in new benefit concert

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One year after the devastating Eaton fire, musicians are joining forces again to host a benefit concert called ‘A Concert for Altadena’.

The event will feature performances by popular musicians – including Jackson Browne, Dawes & Friends, Aloe Blacc, Jenny Lewis, Everclear, Stephen Stills, Mandy Moore, and Brandon Flowers of The Killers – all to raise money and build community spirit.

Several of the performers have connections to Los Angeles and Altadena. For example, the indie band Dawes, from Altadena, famously performed a spirited version of “I Love L.A.” at the Grammys this year. Event host John C. Reilly and performer Moore both lost their homes in the recent fire.

Grammy-winning guitarist Eric Krasno, who also calls Altadena home, helped organize this concert because he’s witnessed the power of music to bring people together for positive change. He believes the event, featuring performances by various artists, is about more than just entertainment – it’s about supporting recovery, offering hope, and helping rebuild lives.

Kevin Lyman, the founder of the Vans Warped Tour and a longtime resident of Altadena, is still heavily involved as the lead producer of the event, working behind the scenes to make it happen.

Lyman explained that music has a long history of bringing people together. This event isn’t just a performance; it’s a way to support Altadena as the community recovers and rebuilds after recent challenges, helping to restore homes, businesses, and a sense of hope. He emphasized that the night is all about coming together and making a difference.

All money raised from the show will be donated to two organizations helping those affected by the fire: the Pasadena Community Foundation’s Eaton Fire Relief & Recovery Fund, which provides immediate support to families, and Altadena Builds Back Foundation, which is working to rebuild homes in the area long-term.

As a total film buff, I’ve been following the aftermath of the Eaton fire, and it’s just devastating. It’s now considered the second most destructive wildfire California has ever seen – over 9,000 buildings gone, covering almost 22 square miles. And tragically, 19 people lost their lives. What’s really frustrating, though, is hearing how slowly things are moving with the rebuilding. It seems like a lot of red tape and high costs are getting in the way of people getting their lives back on track since the fire broke out in January.

The benefit show is scheduled for January 7th at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. Tickets are available for presale starting today, and will be available to the general public on November 7th.

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2025-10-27 22:31