JT, New Kids Headline ‘We Can Survive’
• Audacy announced the lineup for 2024’s We Can Survive, the annual event supporting the Company’s mental health initiative, I’m Listening — Justin Timberlake will be joined by New Kids On The Block, Tate McRae, Benson Boone, Khalid and emerging artist Isabel LaRosa at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, on Saturday, Sept. 28.
Hosted by WNEW (NEW 102.7)/New York, the event exemplifies music’s power to connect communities and promotes having more mental health conversations. “Music is a driving force in so many of our lives,” said Michael Martin, Audacy SVP of Programming and Head of Music Initiatives. “Having an event like We Can Survive that features artists our fans love while supporting mental health just shows how powerful songs and lyrics can be. We look forward to welcoming all of the extraordinary artists and can’t wait to see them light up the night.”
The concert will follow the annual I’m Listening broadcast, which will air across Audacy radio stations on Wednesday, Sept. 25. The I’m Listening campaign aims to encourage those who are dealing with mental health issues to understand they are not alone.
A portion of the event’s proceeds will benefit Audacy’s longstanding I’m Listening partner, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). “Partnering with Audacy to raise awareness for mental health and suicide prevention has been incredibly impactful and has helped us reach millions of their listeners with information on the importance of mental wellness,” said Bob Gebbia, CEO, AFSP. “Further, by bringing the biggest stars out for the We Can Survive concert, Audacy has raised over $2 million for suicide prevention since 2021. These funds support AFSP’s mission to save lives, bring hope to those affected by suicide, and make possible programs that educate the public about mental health and suicide prevention, as well as programs for survivors of suicide loss and those affected by suicide. We are very grateful for Audacy’s commitment to our cause and those who will attend the concert to support our lifesaving work.”
Presale starts August 1 from 10am ET until 11:59pm ET or while supplies last. Tickets for We Can Survive go on sale August 2 at 10am ET via Ticketmaster. Fans will have a chance to win tickets through Audacy’s partnership with Fandiem. For more info on the event, visit WeCanSurvive.com.
