UPDATE: A second show has been added on February 1 after the first event sold out in one hour.
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Some of Western Australia's most-loved artists are coming together for Fire Aid - From WA, With Love to raise money for fire services, local communities and wildlife protection groups affected by the ongoing bushfire crisis in eastern states.
John Butler, The Waifs, San Cisco and Stella Donnelly will unite on January 31 for a benefit show at Fremantle Arts Centre, with ticket sale proceeds to go to WIRES, NSW RFS and Vic Bushfire Appeal.
Additionally, merchandise sales will also support Western Australian Fire Service organisations.
“Anxiety, fear, dread and terror are just a few of the emotions I’ve personally experienced over these past weeks as a resident of the far south coast of NSW amidst the horrific bushfire crisis that grips my home state and many other parts of the country," said The Waifs' Josh Cunningham.
"And I’m one of the lucky ones whose property and life has been spared to this point. Many have not been so lucky and those who have are still on high alert as fires remain out of control and a very real and imminent threat.
"It’s a humbling privilege to be part of a benefit concert to help raise money and morale in the face of this horrendous crisis. Please be part of it and support the many in great need at this time."
“A gig like this is the least we can do for all the communities that have suffered and fought these fires," said Butler. "Our hearts and prayers go out to all those that have fallen victim to this national disaster and hopefully gigs like this can make even smallest of meaningful difference."
Tickets are on sale from 9am on Thursday 9 January, head to theGuide for all the info. For those who can't attend the show, a recording of the performances will be available to purchase here.
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