Dave Matthews has dropped out of the FireAid benefit concert due to a family medical issue.
“Due to a critical illness in the family, Dave Matthews is unfortunately unable to perform at the FireAid and MusiCares benefits this week,” read an Instagram statement shared via the Dave Matthews Band’s page on Wednesday, January 29.
No additional details were shared about the health matter. Matthews, 58, shares two daughters and a son with wife Jennifer Ashley Harper.
Matthews was scheduled to take the stage at the Kia Forum on Thursday, January 30, alongside John Mayer. Mayer, 47, confirmed on Thursday that he would still be performing and sent well wishes to the rock singer.
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“Sending all my love to Dave, who will be there in spirit with me at FireAid,” Mayer wrote via his Instagram Story while resharing Matthews’ announcement.
This would have been the first time Matthews and Mayer would have shared the stage.
The musicians were among many A-List artists announced to the concert’s lineup. Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Billie Eilish, Gwen Stefani, Gracie Abrams, Green Day, Jelly Roll and more were part of the two shows taking place at the Kia Forum and Intuit Dome in Los Angeles. FireAid was announced earlier this month to support those displaced by the devastating wildfires that hit Los Angeles earlier this month.
“Contributions made to FireAid will be distributed under the advisement of the Annenberg Foundation, for short-term relief efforts and long-term initiatives to prevent future fire disasters,” a press release read. “The Annenberg Foundation, with decades of philanthropic leadership in our community, including rapid response, will help coordinate a team to direct funds for the greatest impact. All proceeds from the FireAid benefit concert at Intuit Dome and Kia Forum will go directly to the event’s designated beneficiaries, as the LA Clippers will be covering the millions in expenses associated with the event.”
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In addition to the live performances, the benefit will also be broadcast by select AMC Theaters and online via Apple Music, Max, Netflix, YouTube and more streaming platforms.
In addition to the benefit, the “Crash Into Me” singer was also forced to withdraw from the MusiCares’ 2025 Persons of the Year benefit gala, which is a charity event that is scheduled for Friday, January 31.
Days before canceling his appearances, Matthews announced he and his band were going on tour this summer. Tour dates include stops in Los Angeles, Richmond and more. Tickets are scheduled to go on sale Friday, February 21. No additional information about potential cancellations or postponements for the tour were shared.
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