Tribute to Keith Moon / Benefit Concert for MMMF

The Music Moves Mountains Foundation is hosting its annual benefit concert on Sunday, November 1st at 4pm at Central Machine Works with a special Tribute to Keith Moon. This year will mark the 80th birthday of the world’s most influential rock drummer who the Foundation has a special tie to. MMMF’s founder’s son Hudson, who is a drummer, became obsessed with Moon and his band The Who at the age of five. Diagnosed with many disorders and challenges, discovering Moon was like finding his spirit animal. The Who supported the Foundation by donating the use of their song “Join Together” for MMMF’s campaign video. Fast- forward to today, at the age of twenty, Hudson is going to be joined by fellow Moonies including drumming luminaries Gregg Bissonette (Ringo’s All-Starrs), Stephen Perkins (Jane’s Addiction), and Michael Jerome (Slash/Third Mind/John Cale) backed by a dream team of Austin legends. Kevin McKinney, Darin Murphy, Johnny Vogelsang, Patrice Pike, Larry Seaman, Jack Montesinos, Nico Leophonte, Cid Sanchez, Adam Johnson, Chris Cebrian, and more will take the stage celebrating the music of The Who and the spirit of Keith Moon. Moon’s daughter, Mandy, will also be a special guest, and Moon’s grandson, Jack, created the artwork for the event poster. The event is sponsored by Zildjian, Vic Firth, Bob Gruen, Tony Fletcher, Monterey International Pop Fest Foundation, KUTX 98.9, Austin Chronicle , DrumTalk TV , and PCSI, and is supported by The Who and the Keith Moon estate. To keep in line with MMMF’s mission of making music more accessible, this will be a free event with the option to donate what you can or purchase limited VIP reserved seating. Sponsorship opportunities are available and a silent auction and raffle will help raise funds for MMMF programs. This is an all ages, family friendly event taking place on the big, outdoor stage at East Austin's premier venue, Central Machine Works located at 4824 E. Cesar Chavez Street. Food, beer, and a full bar are onsite. Free parking is in the back lot off of 5th Street, as well as off street parking along 5th and side streets. ADA parking (front lot) and designated seating is available. Doors open at noon; show starts at 4pm. For tickets and more info, visit HERE . About the Music Moves Mountains Foundation: The Music Moves Mountains Foundation is a perpetual series of projects, programs, and services utilizing the scientifically proven powers of music to change and improve the quality of lives. The Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that uses tax-deductible donations to facilitate its goal in making music therapy, music education, and community outreach more accessible to those in need. MMMF’s work is a vital resource that supports both the music community and our most vulnerable populations.