Lollapalooza 2015: Rock Out with These Great Causes

By James Pleasant Along with a stellar lineup featuring the likes of Paul McCartney, Metallica, Florence and the Machine, Flying Lotus, Alt-J and A$AP Rocky, Lollapalooza is once again focusing on giving back to the community by running its annual … Continue reading

tUnE-yArDs Quench Thirst by Launching Water Charity Fund

By Laura Ferreiro In the raucous, percussion-driven romp, “Water Fountain,” tUnE-yArDs’ Merrill Garbus sings, “No water in the water fountain,” but this is a situation she’s actively working to prevent. The indie rock band has announced The Water Fountain Fund, … Continue reading

Lollapalooza 2013 Day Two: Mumford & Sons, Oxfam America and more

By Hilary Gridley The sun has come out and the music and causes are in full swing. Here are Saturday’s highlights. Bands St. Lucia St. Lucia’s Caribbean-infused pop had the whole crowd dancing and singing along to hits like “Elevate,” … Continue reading

Ra Ra Riot discuss teaming up with Oxfam to fight poverty and hunger around the world

By Laura Ferreiro Ra Ra Riot recently embarked on a tour across North America in support of their new album “Beta Love,” and they invited Oxfam America to come along. The New York-based indie rockers have been long-time supporters of … Continue reading

Coldplay seek volunteers to promote food justice at concerts

By Laura Ferreiro As Coldplay gear up to embark on a massive North American tour later this month, they are also busy recruiting volunteers to staff their shows across the U.S. Why? Because they’re working with Oxfam America, the international … Continue reading