Eric Clapton’s Ohio Benefit Concert Proves Legacy Artists Still Drive Cultural Impact

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00:00Eric Clapton's Ohio Benefit Concert Proves Legacy Artists Still Drive Cultural Impact

00:04Eric Clapton's September 5th Benefit Concert at Ohio State University's Mershon Auditorium

00:10is not just another tour stop. At 80, he's turning his concert into a musical GoFundMe

00:16with proceeds supporting Crossroads Center Antigua, a rehabilitation facility he founded

00:21in 1998. This concert addresses substance abuse issues that nearly ended his career.

00:26It kicks off a seven-city U.S. tour for his latest album, Meanwhile, featuring collaborations

00:32with Jeff Beck and Van Morrison, emphasizing meaningful causes over trends. Tickets for

00:38Clapton's tour go on sale June 27th via Ticketmaster, with high demand anticipated given his limited

00:44touring. The Wallflowers will join most states except Ohio's Benefit Show, prioritizing charity

00:50over marketing. This aligns with Legacy Artists' trend of strategic performances rooted in personal

00:56values, balancing accessibility with premium offerings, and emphasizing meaningful engagements

01:01over contractual obligations. For over 25 years, Clapton's Crossroads Center has provided

01:07addiction treatment through 12-step programs and lifestyle changes, impacting families and

01:12communities. With the music industry's addiction history, it remains a vital resource. The Columbus

01:19Concert ties ticket sales to social impact, blending activism and entertainment beyond performative

01:23acts.