Luke Combs, Eric Church, James Taylor, Keith Urban, Sheryl Crow, and more are preparing for the much-anticipated Concert for Carolina, which will raise funds for the Carolina region in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. During a press conference before the concert, Combs and Church shared the heartwarming story of how they were able to secure James Taylor to perform at the event.
Church explained that he made it his mission to get James Taylor to perform at the concert. He went through his contacts, including reaching out to Joe Walsh from the Eagles, to connect with Taylor. After persistent efforts, Taylor agreed to perform at the benefit concert.
Combs also shared his excitement about Taylor’s participation and how he was contacted by Taylor himself. The concert is set to feature performances by Luke Combs, Eric Church, James Taylor, Sheryl Crow, and Keith Urban, among others.
The goal of the concert is not only to provide relief in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Helene but also to raise awareness about the ongoing need for support in the region. The event will take place at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is hosted by ESPN’s Marty Smith and Barstool Sports’ Caleb Pressley.
David Tepper and his wife, Nicole Tepper, owners of the Carolina Panthers, Charlotte FC, and Bank of America Stadium, generously offered up the stadium as a venue for the concert. They also made a substantial donation through the David and Nicole Tepper Foundation to support relief efforts in the Carolinas and the Southeast.
In addition to the Concert for Carolina, other artists like Dolly Parton, Miranda Lambert, and Morgan Wallen have also contributed to the relief efforts. The proceeds from the concert will be split equally and distributed to organizations chosen by Combs and Church to support relief efforts across the Carolinas and the Southeast.
Overall, the Concert for Carolina is a testament to the resilience and solidarity of the community in the face of adversity. It serves as a reminder of the importance of coming together to support those in need, not just in the immediate aftermath of a disaster, but in the long-term recovery process.
