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Colorado Rising: Big Names To Perform For Flood Relief

Colorado Rising

DENVER (CBS4)- Dave Matthews, The Fray, Big Head Todd and The Monsters along with members of the Lumineers and DeVotchKa will perform live at a concert for flood relief.

The Fray performs at Red Rocks on May 11, 2012
The Fray performs at Red Rocks on May 11, 2012. (credit: Michael Martin Photography)

The concert is Sunday, Oct. 27 at the 1STBANK Center in Broomfield. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the show starts at 6 p.m. All proceeds from the concert will go directly to the United Ways of Colorado Flood Recovery Fund.

Gov. John Hickenlooper states "Coloradans unite during crisis – so does the music community. We are thrilled so many musicians are coming together for this flood relief benefit concert. This is a great way to highlight recovery efforts and raise money at the same time. We are grateful AEG Live, Live Nation and other community partners are stepping up to help Colorado communities impacted by the historic flooding."

"The fans, musicians and members of Colorado's music community are always willing to help those in need. My staff and I are humbled to be a part of this event helping those affected by the floods" said Chuck Morris, President and CEO of AEG Live Rocky Mountains.

CBS4 is a proud sponsor of the benefit concert along with AEG Live Rocky Mountains and Live Nation.

The United Ways of Colorado Flood Recovery Fund will distribute funds to the United Ways in communities across Colorado affected by the recent flooding. Each community will build collaborations to identify their needs and funds will be used to support their long term recovery.

Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 18 at Noon at tickethorse.com or order by phone 866-461-6556. Or at all Tickethorse locations in all Colorado Dick's Sporting Goods.

Reserved tickets are $65.00 - $125.00 plus applicable service charges. All ages are welcome.

Colorado Floods: How To Help

The recent floods are impacting families and communities throughout Colorado, so CBS4 has compiled a list of ways you can support the local communities impacted by the floods.

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