Ground Control Touring has announced the third annual Abortion Access Benefit Series, returning bigger than ever on January 25, 2025, with events in eight cities nationwide. Organized in collaboration with NOISE FOR NOW, a non-profit dedicated to reproductive justice, this year’s series aims to amplify the message of bodily autonomy while supporting abortion funds and local communities. The one-night event will feature live performances from a diverse lineup of artists, including Casino Hearts, Draag, Girlpuppy, Clear Channel, and Control Top across Los Angeles, New York City, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Austin, Washington DC, and Raleigh.
With a powerful blend of music, community, and activism, each show will donate 100% of proceeds to NOISE FOR NOW, which will allocate funds to local abortion clinics and organizations in each respective city. Since its inception in 2023, the Abortion Access Benefit Series has raised over $110,000, selling out eight events nationwide with nearly 100 artists. The benefit series has become a signature platform for artists and audiences to stand together in support of reproductive rights and community-led health initiatives.
Lineup Highlights Across Cities:
- Los Angeles at Lodge Room: Featuring Casino Hearts, Draag, Mamalarky (duo), Nuovo Testamento, Purest Form, and Surfbort.
- New York City at Bowery Ballroom: Performances by Dazegxd, GIFT, Guerilla Toss, Kassie Krut (DJ), Sex Week, and Taraneh.
- Chicago at Sleeping Village: Accessory, Owen, Perfect Skin, and Tim Kinsella & Jenny Pulse.
- Atlanta at The Masquerade (Purgatory): Girlpuppy, Jahnah Camille, Omni, Pike Co., and Zoe Bayani.
- Philadelphia at Johnny Brenda’s: Featuring Control Top, Dark Thoughts, and Mopar Stars.
- Austin at Hotel Vegas: Font and Touch Girl Apple Blossom.
- Washington, DC at Songbyrd: With Birthday Girl (DC), Clear Channel, Dazy, Flowers for the Dead, Simpson, and Yaya Bey.
- Raleigh at Kings: Featuring Pie Face Girls, Rosali, and Truth Club.
Additional artists, special guests, DJs, and exclusive auction items will be announced in the coming weeks, making each location an unique experience.
Tickets for all locations have already go on sale as of October 28, 2024, with links provided for each city above. All proceeds will benefit NOISE FOR NOW’s mission of supporting reproductive justices and abortion access across the United States.
About NOISE FOR NOW:
NOISE FOR NOW empowers artists to advocate for reproductive justice by connecting them with grassroots organizations that address abortion access and healthcare. Since 2017, NOISE FOR NOW has collaborated with over 450 artists, raising $1.36 million for partner organizations. Through benefit concerts, campaigns, and compilation releases, the organization has grown to become a vocal advocate for reproductive rights, fostering an essential partnership between art and activism.
For updates on additional artists, event details, and tickets, visit NOISE FOR NOW on their platforms below.
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