As devastating wildfires continue to ravage Los Angeles County, many music businesses have stepped up to support relief efforts. Whether it’s millions of dollars in donations, offers to replace destroyed instruments and equipment, or free studio time for affected musicians, it’s clear that the industry is coming together to support music professionals and those suffering devastating losses of the general public.
advertising billboard A list of some of the music companies participating in relief efforts around Los Angeles has been compiled and we will continue to update this list as more announcements are made.
If you are a musician or music industry worker affected by the fire, please see advertising billboard List of entertainment nonprofit organizations that provide financial and other assistance. You can also view a list of ways to assist here.
live country
The concert giant’s Crew Nation Global Relief Fund has committed $1 million to aid performing musicians, live music staff and live music industry workers affected by wildfires. Applications are now open for individuals currently employed in the industry facing displacement costs due to mandatory evacuation orders, damage or loss, up to $5,000. In addition, Live Nation is providing direct relief to affected employees at its Los Angeles headquarters through the “Taking Care of Ourselves” program. Finally, the company is partnering with AEG and the Azoff family to produce and promote FireAid, a benefit concert to be held on January 30 in Los Angeles.
Youtube
YouTube, Google and Google.org will donate $15 million to relief efforts to help people affected by the Los Angeles wildfires, according to a company blog post. The donation will go to organizations including the Los Angeles Emergency Network, the American Red Cross and the Disaster Recovery Center.
Amazon music
Amazon Entertainment, which includes Amazon Music, Prime Video and Amazon-MGM Studios, as well as Ring and Whole Foods, have committed $10 million to Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts. According to the company’s blog post, the money “will be donated directly to national and local disaster and response organizations.” These include the American Red Cross of Southern California, FireAid, MusiCares, World Central Kitchen, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and more.
Sony Group Corporation
Sony has pledged $5 million to support fire relief efforts in the Los Angeles area. The money will be distributed to organizations that support first responders, community relief and recovery efforts, and employee assistance programs.
Sony Music Group also said on Tuesday (January 14) that it would redirect funds allocated for the now-cancelled Grammy Week parties to local relief efforts.
Warner Music Group/Blavatnik Family Foundation Social Justice Fund
On Sunday (January 12), Warner Music Group’s Social Justice Fund announced a commitment of $1 million to support fire relief and reconstruction efforts in Los Angeles. The funds will go directly to organizations assisting the Los Angeles community, local first responders and music industry individuals affected by the disaster. Recipients of the pledge include the California Community Foundation, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, Project HOPE and MusiCares, among others, according to a release.
WMG added on Monday (Jan. 13) that it will not be hosting its annual Grammys party, with funds instead being redirected toward fighting wildfires and helping those affected.
universal music group
The record label giant announced it would cancel all of the company’s Grammy-related events, including artist showcases and post-Grammy parties, and “reallocate resources used for these events to help those impacted by the wildfires.”
ASCAP
ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) will distribute $1 million in emergency relief to ASCAP songwriter members in Los Angeles who suffered loss or damage to their primary residence or studio, or who were evacuated from their homes due to: wildfire.
good boy records
Good Boy Records, the label founded by producer Elie Rizk, is opening its doors free of charge to any musician who lost recording space in the Los Angeles fire. Click here to view the public calendar and reserve time at the company’s studio in Studio City.
Homemade projects
Homemade Projects, a record label, influencer management company, marketer and digital marketing agency, announced via Instagram after the fire that anyone in the Los Angeles area in need of clothing can contact the company to receive new T-shirts, hoodies , sweatshirts and hats in warehouse.
Guitar Center
As announced on its website, the Guitar Center Music Foundation is supporting Los Angeles-area musicians and music projects affected by the devastating fires. Qualifying individuals can apply for a one-time grant to help replace instruments lost or damaged in a fire. Applications are open until February 28.
Discos
The record collecting marketplace announced on Friday (Jan. 17) that proceeds from its sales will be donated directly to MusiCares, the Recording Academy’s nonprofit organization, which is providing financial assistance to affected music industry workers.
