A Night of Music & Healing, presented by Sofar Sounds x Nettwerk x TWLOHA
Conversations around mental health have never been more important, and here at Sofar, we want to amplify these vital voices. For this year’s World Mental Health Day, we’ve partnered with Nettwerk Music Group and To Write Love on Her Arms (TWLOHA) A Night of Music & Healing, a series of special shows dedicated to mental health advocacy and awareness.
Artists in Austin, Los Angeles, London, New York, Portland, Toronto and Vancouver will take the stage to bring awareness to the healing properties of music, with the hopes of creating an open dialogue among music fans, and de-stigmatizing the conversations around mental health.
“I am so grateful to be at a place in my mental health journey where I feel ready and comfortable talking about my experiences with predominantly depression, but also anxiety,” said artist Lily Kershaw, who will be taking the stage in Los Angeles on October 13th. “I have had the opportunity to play a few Sofar shows over the years, and I have always loved and appreciated the intimate and supportive environment they provide.”
“Creating a safe and inclusive space for artists and audiences to connect through live music is core to Sofar’s mission,” said Shane Tobin, VP of Partnerships at Sofar Sounds. “We’re honored to partner with Nettwerk and support artists in their journey towards mental health through this series of performances while also contributing a portion of proceeds to To Write Love on Her Arms, a leader in providing hope, support and mental health resources for those in need.”
“We are constantly inspired by the many artists from our roster who advocate for normalizing open conversations around mental health,” said Danielle Romeo, Senior Vice President of Publicity for Nettwerk. ”It’s wonderful to celebrate this moment by bringing these artists together to share their music, their stories, and provide a safe space for audiences to connect, heal and grow. We are proud to support an organization like To Write Love On Her Arms, which for over fifteen years has been a leader in providing crucial mental health resources to those in need.”
Additionally, a portion of all ticket sale proceeds will be donated to TWLOHA, a nonprofit movement dedicated to hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide.
“At TWLOHA we believe music is a safe space,” said Amber Gardner, TWLOHA’s Director of Partnerships. “Identifying and processing our feelings can be part of caring for our mental health. When we can’t do that with words, music steps in with all its lyrics, melodies, rhythms, and harmonies. It can help remind us of who we are and free us to live in that truth.”
Looking to join one of these evenings? See details below:
Words by Sofar Editorial Team
