Rufus Wainwright, Lucius, and Lord Huron Join the Lineup for L.A. Wildfire Anniversary Benefit Concert
Trending on Billboard
The Concert for Altadena has announced an expanded lineup for its benefit concert, which aims to support Californians affected by last year’s devastating wildfires.
Scheduled for January 7, 2026, at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, the concert will feature performances by Rufus Wainwright, Lucius, Lord Huron, and Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas. The event will be hosted by Altadena resident John C. Reilly, whose home was lost in the Eaton Fire.
Organized by the band Dawes, the concert will also include previously announced artists such as Brandon Flowers of The Killers and Brad Paisley. The lineup further extends to include Eric Krasno, Aloe Blacc, Jackson Browne, Judith Hill, Jenny Lewis, Mandy Moore, Stephen Stills, Everclear, and Ozomatli.
Explore
Dawes
Lord Huron
Lucius
See latest videos, charts and news
Proceeds from the concert will benefit the Altadena Builds Back Foundation, which aims to assist in rebuilding homes affected by the fires. The Eaton Fire devastated the area, resulting in 19 fatalities, displacing 100,000 residents, and destroying nearly 9,500 structures.
“January 7th marks a year to the day that our sweet town got ravaged by the Eaton Fire,” Dawes posted on Instagram in October. “It’s gonna be a heavy night, but it’s going to be a beautiful one too.”
Bandmates Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith have both shared their personal experiences related to the wildfires. Following the fires, Griffin noted on social media that his family had “lost everything,” including their residence. Taylor also faced significant losses, as his home studio and a majority of Dawes’ recording equipment were destroyed.
During the February Grammys, Dawes paid tribute to the city with a performance of “I Love L.A.,” featuring collaborations with Brad Paisley, John Legend, Sheryl Crow, Brittany Howard, and St. Vincent.
