On December 19th, it’s not about the music. Dustin Kensrue from Thrice, Jon Foreman of Switchfoot, Saves the Day front man Chris Conley and Jim Ward (Sleepercar, Sparta, At The Drive-In) will perform a special acoustic concert to help raise awareness and support for a great cause. Invisible Children, a non-profit organization that provides education and economic relief to war-torn northern Uganda, has enlisted some of their biggest supporters to come out to West Hollywood’s legendary Troubadour club.
Sponsored by MySpace, Jedidiah Clothing and SocialVibe, the event will also jump-start multiple auctions for limited-edition and one-of-a-kind band paraphernalia including a Thrice backdrop from previous tours, Riley Breckenridge’s drumset, hand painted guitars from Circa Survive, miscellaneous equipment used by Fall Out Boy, and more to be announced.
“In auctioning this kit, I hope we can not only raise awareness and get more people involved in Invisible Children, but raise a decent amount of money for a cause, an organization, and people that I believe in.” – Riley Breckenridge, Thrice
Invisible Children started in 2005 with a documentary film about children being abducted and forced to fight as soldiers for a rebel army in northern Uganda. The film, now seen by over 3 million people worldwide, has inspired a global movement of artists, musicians, and activists committed to using their time, talent and money to help end the 22-year war. Throughout the year, Invisible Children tours with bands like Thrice and Fall Out Boy to continue spreading the word and getting people involved.
“Musicians have so much potential to inspire their audience and include them on issues happening around the world. It’s amazing to see this group of individuals embrace that power and act on it for a positive influence.†– Kenny Laubbacher, Invisible Children
The Invisible Children Benefit Concert will be held on December 19th at 7PM at West Hollywood’s legendary Troubadour on Santa Monica Blvd. Get your tickets here.
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