Posted by aubin on Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at 11:00 AM (EST)
Dustin Kensrue of Thrice, Jon Foreman of Switchfoot, Chris Conley of Saves The Day and Jim Ward of Sparta/Sleepercar will be performing an acoustic benefit show for the Invisible Children charity group.
On December 19th, they will be helping to raise money and awareness for the group which provides education and economic relief to war-torn northern Uganda, The show will take place at Hollywood's legendary Troubadour club. Along with the performances, the organizers promise 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 come. 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. You can find tickets here. News (28 comments)
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LinoleumMagazine (November 18, 2008)
Did anyone see Chuck last night? Tony Hale is killing it on that show! 2+ Replies
Banal242 (November 18, 2008)
This reminds me: All you strange, slow, and old orgers should donate some food to their local food bank. There are more people in need than usual this year. In lieu of that, donate time at a soup kitchen. In lieu of that, donate an old (clean) coat or some new thermal underwear to a shelter or free store. 7+ Replies
dougkatz (November 18, 2008)
it's good to see ticketmaster making a profit of 33% / ticket 2+ Replies
MyStereoHasMono (November 18, 2008)
The guy from Switchfoot!? I don't know about you guys, but I'm THERE.
dual-a-corn (November 18, 2008)
I set up an IC benefit show. And played in it. AND my school is #3 in the rankings of money given. I don't know why I ought to tell you guy, but it's just a cool thing to see the Org. | Features
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