All-Star Benefit Concert ‘Across The Great Divide’ To Feature Bob Weir, John Prine & More

An impressive array of musicians spanning multiple genres and generations will perform at Across The Great Divide, a benefit concert for The Americana Music Association and The Blues Foundation at the Ace Theatre in Los Angeles on Friday, October 19.

Legendary musicians John Prine, Bob Weir, Lucinda Williams, Lee Ann Womack and Joe Louis Walker are aboard for the benefit concert. Younger contemporaries Shemekia Copeland, Doyle Bramhall II, Larkin Poe and Tash Neal will also take part in Across The Great Divide with surprise guests expected. The benefit’s house band will be led by musical director Jimmy Vivino from TBS late night talk show Conan.

“It’s an honor to have a small part in helping the Americana Music Association and The Blues Foundation,” said Greg Williamson, concert producer and founder of UpperWest Music Group in a statement. “These two organizations represent some of the most significant artists in American music.”

“The intersection of Americana and the Blues is a place of integrity, passion and love of American roots traditions,” added Jed Hilly, Executive Director of The Americana Music Association. “We are so grateful for Greg Williamson and UpperWest Music Group for their support and passion for the music we love. It’s a perfect partnership.”

“The Blues Foundation is most appreciative of UpperWest Music Group and Greg Williamson for creating an evening to celebrate the ties between The Blues and Americana music,” explained Barbara Newman, President & CEO, The Blues Foundation. “Each of our organizations and the genres we represent are intricately linked. While The Blues Foundation and the Americana Music Association have had a strong working relationship behind the scenes for many years now, I am especially excited for this opportunity to publicly spread the word of our missions together during what I know will be a unique and special night of music.”

A pre-sale begins Thursday, August 23 at 9 a.m. PT via AXS.com. Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday, August 24 at 9 a.m. PT.