JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. -- The ETSU Martin Center will host 49 Winchester for a special benefit concert to support Hurricane Helene relief efforts in East Tennessee, western North Carolina and Southwest Virginia.
All proceeds from ticket sales will go directly to the Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee, according to a written statement.
The concert will take place on Nov. 30 at 7:30 p.m., at the ETSU Martin Center.
Tickets went on sale Oct. 11 and can be purchased through the ETSU Martin Center's official website, ETSUMartinCenter.org. Tickets range from $30 to $40.
"This concert embodies the spirit of Appalachia, where we come together to support one another in times of need. It's more than just music; it's a chance for our community to unite and help our neighbors after the devastation of Hurricane Helene," said Jennifer Clements, executive director of the ETSU Martin Center. "By partnering with 49 Winchester and Second Harvest Food Bank, we're creating an event that brings our community together in solidarity and support."
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Hailing from the heart of Southwest Virginia, 49 Winchester is known for their distinctive blend of country, rock and folk influences, garnering a dedicated following.
"49 Winchester is very proud to be from this region and looking after each other is a huge part of the ethos of Appalachia," Chase Chafin, bassist and founding member, said. "We are very grateful for the support of our audience and all the folks back at home who have cheered us on for years. When something tragic happens, it affects all of us. We are doing this show at the end of the touring season in hopes of raising funds in support of the recovery efforts for our neighbors in Western North Carolina."
Since 1986, Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee has led the fight against hunger in the region. As the only food bank serving an eight-county area (Carter, Greene, Hancock, Hawkins, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi, and Washington counties), Second Harvest distributes food through regional partnerships and programs.
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