Papa Roach presented a £20,000 cheque to CALM at their sold-out London show, raising funds from ticket sales for suicide prevention. Frontman Jacoby Shaddix aims to inspire hope through their music and battle stigma surrounding mental health. The band recently released a new single and plans a co-headlined tour with Rise Against.
Papa Roach has donated £20,000 to the mental health charity Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) during their sold-out concert at Wembley Arena in London. The band raised these funds by contributing £1 from each ticket sold on their ‘Rise Of The Roach’ tour, which explores venues across Europe, the UK, and North America.
Jacoby Shaddix, the band’s frontman, expressed excitement about the tour’s launch, stating, “CALM, along with every audience from each tour stop, is now part of our mission to ‘Leave A Light On’ for those who may need help.”
Simon Gunning, CEO of CALM, praised Papa Roach and their fans for their support, highlighting the importance of funding for suicide prevention. He noted that such donations encourage open dialogue about mental health, combating stigma, and ultimately saving lives.
The band has consistently focused on mental health awareness, with Shaddix noting the personal significance of the topic. Reflecting on their first hit “Last Resort,” he remarked, “I know the darkness, and by putting it into my music, it’s connected me with thousands of people.”
Shaddix shared his desire to give back to fans who have helped him throughout his career, aiming to inspire hope and healing through their music. Recently, Papa Roach released a new single titled ‘Even If It Kills Me’ and is planning a North American tour with Rise Against this spring.
Papa Roach’s commitment to mental health awareness and their generous £20,000 donation to CALM illustrates their dedication to societal issues. Their music not only entertains but also resonates with fans, fostering important conversations about mental health. As they continue to tour and release new music, they remain a significant influence in the effort to combat stigma surrounding mental health.
Original Source: www.nme.com