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Gram Parsons Tribute: All-Stars Honor Country Rock Pioneer
21 Oct
Summary
- All-star artists gather for a tribute to Gram Parsons on Nov. 11.
- The event honors Parsons before his Rock Hall induction.
- Proceeds benefit Friendly House Foundation and Backline.
A star-studded concert will celebrate the life and music of Gram Parsons on November 11 at the Troubadour in Los Angeles. The event, titled "A Song for Gram Parsons: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Celebration," features prominent artists paying homage to the late country rock icon.
Emmylou Harris and Elvis Costello are set to headline the tribute. Other notable performers include the Black Crowes, Margo Price, Grace Potter, and Jesse Welles. The house band, Beachwood Sparks, will provide "cosmic accompaniment" for the evening.
This special performance occurs just three days before Gram Parsons, known for his pioneering work with The Byrds and his solo albums, is posthumously inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in the early influence category on November 14. The concert aims to honor his significant contributions to country rock and alt-country genres.
The tribute show is co-produced by Parsons' daughter, Polly Parsons, alongside Vector Management and Rolling Stone editor-in-chief Shirley Halperin. The event will benefit the Friendly House Foundation, a sober living house for women, and Backline, a mental health and wellness resource for music industry professionals.
