Grace Bowers Hosts Annual “We Gotta Live Together” Benefit Concert

Rising guitarist and songwriter Grace Bowers hosted her annual benefit concert, “We Gotta Live Together”, on Oct. 18. The event, the biggest yet, raised more than $30,000 to support two impactful organizations: Everytown, a nonprofit dedicated to ending gun violence, and MusiCares, an independent 501(c)(3) charity that provides critical support to artists and others in the music community.

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Grace Bowers Showcases Collaboration and Connection

This year’s concert brought together an impressive lineup of Grace’s friends and collaborators, including Blu DeTiger, Devon Gilfillian, Michigander, and many more. Grace played throughout the entire show, with each guest artist joining her for one song on the setlist — creating a seamless, collaborative flow from start to finish.

The evening featured a dynamic mix of classic covers, fan favorites, and brand-new originals from Grace herself, all performed with the collaborative spirit the event is known for. The crowd buzzed with excitement as Grace took the stage, backed by her powerhouse band, delivering a memorable night of celebration for a good cause. The connection between the artists and the audience was palpable, turning the venue into a shared space of joy, unity, and purpose.

Photos by Abby Gordon. All images © 2025 Copyright Abby Gordon ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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Grace Bowers Leads a Night Full of Surprises

The night unfolded with continuous surprises — from unexpected artist pairings to bold song choices. Matthew Paige wowed the audience with a fife solo mid-song, adding a twist that had everyone cheering. Blu DeTiger brought her signature groove and effortless stage presence to several performances, jamming along to any song she could. Flavor Flav jumped in mid-show to crank the energy even higher, getting everyone on their feet and clapping along.

Beyond the music, the atmosphere was electric — filled with vibrant energy, killer fashion, and a genuine sense of community. Every performer brought something unique, making the evening feel less like a concert and more like a celebration of artistry and collaboration — all united in support of two important causes.

Photos by Abby Gordon. All images © 2025 Copyright Abby Gordon ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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Giving Back Through Music

To close the night, a Gibson guitar signed by Grace Bowers was auctioned off to one lucky fan. All proceeds from ticket sales and the auction benefited Everytown and MusiCares, turning the evening into a meaningful success that blended music, purpose, and community. The concert once again proved how music can be a powerful tool for connection and change — something Grace continues to champion year after year.

Here is the full line up of songs from the show:

1. Everyday People
2. Outta Sight, Outta Mind
3. Children of the Revolution – Aaron Lee Tasjan, Jeff Coffin
4. Pride (In the Name of Love) – Michigander
5. Get Together – Matthew Paige
6. Can You Get to That – Devon Gilfillian
7. The Weight – Lucie Silvas, John Osborne, Blu DeTiger, Jeff Coffin
8. Waste of Lime – Ingrid Andress
9. Instant Karma – Luke Spiller
10. Johnny B. Goode – Mason Ramsey, Blu DeTiger
11. What’s Going On – Breland, Jeff Coffin
12. Rocket Man – Spencer Sutherland
13. She Got Game / Hollywood Swinging – Flavor Flav, Blu DeTiger
14. Same Air
15. You’ve Got a Friend – PHNX

The We Gotta Live Together concert continues to grow each year, bringing artists and fans together in support of music, community, and positive change — a reflection of Grace Bowers’ passion, talent, and heart for using music to make a difference.

Photos by Abby Gordon. All images © 2025 Copyright Abby Gordon ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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