Over the July 4th weekend, as millions around the United States celebrated Independence Day, deadly flooding ripped through Texas. While happening in the early hours of the morning, many had little or no time to react to the rising water around the Guadalupe River. As rescue efforts are still ongoing, the death toll has hit 136 people. Since the news broke, country singers like George Strait, Miranda Lambert, and several others prepared concerts to help raise funds for the victims. And now, adding his name to the list, Koe Wetzel will donate proceeds from his upcoming concert.
On August 4th, Wetzel will take the stage at the Toyota Music Factory in Irving, Texas. Looking to help those impacted by the flood, the concert featured more than Wetzel. Other artists included Pecos Hurley of Pecos & The Rooftops, Mike Ryan, Shane Smith of Shane Smith & The Saints, Dylan Wheeler, Kolby Cooper, Casey Donahew, Ray Wylie and Lucas Hubbard.
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Koe Wetzel Willing To Do “Whatever We Can To Make A Difference”
Already promising to be an unforgettable night in country music, tickets for the event go on sale on July 25th at 12:00 p.m. CT. For those who can’t make the concert, they can still help the victims of the Texas flood by donating.
While speaking about the Stronger Together concert, Wetzel thanked those around him who had already taken steps to help the victims rebuild their lives after the tragedy. “Texas is home – these floods hit our neighbors hard and they need our help. Music has a way of bringing people together, and I’m grateful to my friends who immediately raised their hands to help when we called. This benefit concert is our way of standing with the people of Texas and doing whatever we can to make a difference as our great state rebuilds.”
With tickets just going on sale, fans have already shown their support. “Just got my ticket. Let’s Goo.” One person added, “So proud of these artists for stepping up and helping! God bless you.”
As for the ongoing relief efforts, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced that the body of a missing female was recently recovered. With the governor adding that another adult and child were still unaccounted for, he promised, “Our search continues.”
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