IGGY POP To Perform At MUSICARES MAP FUND Benefit Concert

April 3, 2009

Iggy Pop will perform at the fifth annual MusiCares MAP Fund benefit concert at Club Nokia in Los Angeles on Friday, May 8, 2009. The event will honor multi-Grammy-winning RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS co-founder and lead singer Anthony Kiedis, who will be presented with the Stevie Ray Vaughan Award for his dedication and support of the MusiCares MAP Fund and for his commitment to helping other addicts with the addiction and recovery process. All proceeds will benefit the MusiCares MAP Fund, which provides members of the music community access to addiction recovery treatment regardless of their financial situation.

Hosted by Greg Behrendt, comedian and author of "He's Just Not That Into You", the evening will feature a special performance by Kiedis along with RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS bandmates Flea and Chad Smith, as well as performances by THELONIOUS MONSTER vocalist and "Celebrity Rehab" participant Bob Forrest with his son Elijah Forrest, musician/producer Josh Klinghoffer, THE MARS VOLTA and THE NEVILLE BROTHERS' Ivan Neville. DJ AM will perform live during dinner. Additional artists will be announced shortly.

"Addiction exists in all communities and across all socioeconomic lines, but too often the challenges of making a life in music can lead people down the heartbreaking path of dependence," said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy and MusiCares. "When circumstances such as the economy and shifts in our industry come into play, the need for our services can become greater than ever. MusiCares exists to offer a beacon of hope and critical resources for members of the music community who are struggling with addiction. Anthony is a strong supporter of our cause and this is a perfect opportunity to recognize and honor his commitment."

"I've seen firsthand the physical and emotional toll addiction takes on people — not just myself, but so many other artists and friends as well," said Kiedis. "The pain of addiction is leveled only by the promise of sobriety and the MusiCares MAP Fund provides access to the kind of resources that can help people genuinely change their lives. I'm proud to be honored and help raise funds for this critical work."

This special dinner and concert offers living room sets that seat 10 for $12,500, individual floor seats for $1,250 per person, and preferred balcony seats for $100. Contact Wynnie Wynn at 310.392.3777 or [email protected] for tickets and information. General admission balcony tickets are available for $50 each through Ticketmaster at Ticketmaster.com. Out of respect for the clients, the MusiCares MAP Fund serves, the event will be alcohol-free.

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