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Coronavirus Concert Round-Up: How Much They Raised, And Counting

Amid the crisis, major at-home fundraising concerts have taken place to raise funds for frontline workers, food security, and other related issues arising from the impact of the pandemic.

Coronavirus Concert Round-Up: How Much They Raised, And Counting

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Amid the crisis, major at-home fundraising concerts have taken place to raise funds for frontline workers, food security, and other related issues arising from the impact of the pandemic.


The online appearances by Elton John, Andrea Bocelli, Willie Nelson and others have provided much-needed funding to charities offering help to people facing financial hardship, and distracting fans social distancing in their own homes.

Though the online concerts are free, viewers are encouraged to donate to a range of causes and covid-19 relief funds. Etan Vlessing provides a synopsis with the most recent charitable fundraising totals for five of these events that can be viewed at Samaritanmag.com

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Music Biz Headlines: The Impact of Bieberchella, Drake's Iceman Stunt

Also this week: Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter provide another Coachella highlight, a new Celine Dion single and the return of Grimes.

Two Canadian superstars have dominated the headlines over the past week. Justin Bieber conquered Coachella with his appearances at the festival, reaping kudos and financial payoffs. In Toronto, Drake's publicity stunt to announce the release date of new album Iceman drew frenzied fans and police attention.

Read more more music biz headlines of the week from Canada and beyond here.

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