Audacy announces multifaceted Ed Sheeran, the iconic Goo Goo Dolls, Audacy LAUNCH artist Alex Warren and rising Hip-Hop and Country star Shaboozey will headline its 12th annual We Can Survive concert presented by VEG, ER for Pets, on Friday, September 26 at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The powerful night of music supports the Company’s “I’m Listening” mental health initiative and promotes having more mental health conversations.
We Can Survive is proudly hosted by New York’s Upbeat Variety Music station, NEW 102.7 FM, and features talent including Karen Carson, Johnny Mingione, Anthony Malerba, Emily West and Mike Adam.
“It’s incredible to see the power music has to connect us – truly bringing people together through voices they trust and content they love,” said Michael Martin, Senior Vice President of Programming and Head of Music Initiatives, Audacy. “We believe in creating opportunities for our audiences to come together with the stars they know and love, and we’re fired up to enjoy another powerful We Can Survive with them alongside this stacked lineup.”
The show aligns with Audacy’s commitment to mental health awareness and the company’s content pillar, “I’m Listening.” “I’m Listening” delivers engaging conversations to listeners nationwide through its annual broadcast special, collaborations with national and local organizations, specialty radio programming, digital content and more. The campaign encourages more conversations surrounding mental health and reminds audiences that they are not alone.
Hard Rock International is a proud partner of We Can Survive. As part of the event, Hard Rock will donate $25,000 to Audacy’s continued commitment to mental health.
“Hard Rock is proud to partner with Audacy to create one-of-a-kind experiences that celebrate the power of music to uplift, connect, and inspire,” said Keith Sheldon, President of Entertainment and Brand, Hard Rock International. “Our multi-dimensional partnership with Audacy and sponsorship of their ‘We Can Survive’ concert in Newark is a meaningful extension of that mission—uniting fans, artists, and communities around music with a purpose.”
Listeners can get early access to tickets through the presale on July 31 from 10:00 a.m. ET until 11:59 p.m. ET or while supplies last. To get the presale link and code, download the free Audacy app and follow NEW 102.7 FM. Tickets for We Can Survive go on sale on August 1 at 10:00 a.m. ET and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com. For more information on the event, visit WeCanSurvive.com.