The Flaming Lips, Jeff Lynne’s ELO, The War on Drugs, Lucius, and Joe Walsh will perform full sets during VetsAid 2023. The 7th annual benefit show will take place on Sunday, November 12 at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre near San Diego, CA, with funds raised going to support veterans services charities.
This year’s benefit concert will also feature a special guest appearance by Stephen Stills.
“VetsAid is back for 2023 and we’re taking it outside in beautiful San Diego to support California’s veteran population,” said Joe Walsh. “My good buddy Jeff is bringing the ELO experience for their first show since 2019. The War on Drugs is one of my favorite bands out there doing it, and I’m thrilled to be able to welcome them. The Flaming Lips are a perpetual joy machine that will dazzle our audience; if you know, you know and if you don’t – you will! Lucius are two spectacular vocal artists and songwriters that will take your breath away. And to top it all off we have my dear friend and hero Stephen Stills joining as a special guest. My friends and I will see you under the stars this November 12th!”
Tickets will go on sale on August 18, 2023 at 10am PT via www.ticketmaster.com.
Supporting veterans is a cause near and dear to Joe Walsh’s heart. Walsh is a Gold Star son whose father, a flight engineer, was killed while stationed in Okinawa when Joe was just a baby. Walsh’s 501(c)3 non-profit organization VetsAid has given out more than $3 million in grants to support organizations assisting veterans. The 2023 event will benefit Southern California-based organizations or organizations with So. California operations.
Per the VetsAid 2023 announcement:
“Walsh aims to use this platform to raise funds and awareness for the still urgent and significant needs of our returning soldiers and their families. Through the establishment of VetsAid and this annual benefit concert, he aims to give back to those who have given so much in sacrifice for this country.”
