The Fire Fight Australia Charity Album Has Now Raised Over $500K For Bushfire Relief
"It is an incredible milestone to have now exceeded half a million dollars for people in communities who continue to rebuild even in these difficult times."
The Fire Fight Australia charity album has now raised $520,000 for bushfire relief.
The album, Artists Unite for Fire Fight: Concert for National Bushfire Relief, was released back in March and has celebrated 14 weeks in the ARIA Albums Chart following its debut at #1.
Fire Fight Australia took place in February to raise money for those affected by the Australian bushfire crisis over the summer and featured performances from artists like Queen, Alice Cooper, 5 Seconds Of Summer, Tina Arena, Amy Shark, Jessica Mauboy and more.
Along with sales of the album, the $520,000 has been raised by artists donating their royalties from album sales and retailers donating their proceeds.
The funds will be donated through the Sony Foundation Australia, which will run projects benefitting youth affected by the bushfires.
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Event organisers Geoff Jones (CEO, TEG), Tim McGregor (Managing Director, TEG Live) and Sandra Rouse (CFO, TEG) were recently presented with #1 awards by Sony Music for their efforts in promoting the event and album.
"It is an incredible milestone to have now exceeded half a million dollars for people in communities who continue to rebuild even in these difficult times," said Denis Handlin AO, Chairman and CEO of Sony Music Entertainment Australia and New Zealand.
"Our heartfelt thanks again go to everyone involved, especially the artists and the Australian public who have made this album a resounding success. Our thanks also go to Geoff Jones, Paul Dainty and our friends at TEG, who without them, there would have been no concert. We also would not have been able to reach this significant amount of funds raised for those in need without the support of all our valued partners."
"It was such an honour to perform alongside so many amazing artists at the unique event," said Fire Fight Australia performer, Amy Shark.
"To see the outpouring of love and support from people across the country in connection with the concert and album, truly personifies the Australian spirit. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this outstanding cause."
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