Dawes Emotional Kimmel Performance: Dawes delivered a poignant rendition of their 2011 track “Time Spent in Los Angeles” on Jimmy Kimmel Live, offering a heartfelt tribute to their city amidst the devastation caused by Southern California’s wildfires. Brothers Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith performed the song from their Nothing Is Wrong album, accompanied by a backdrop of haunting footage showing Los Angeles before and after the fires. The performance was part of Kimmel’s fundraiser for MusiCares, aimed at helping musicians facing financial hardships.

Dawes Emotional Kimmel Performance

The performance took on a deeper meaning as the Goldsmiths shared their personal losses in the wildfires. Taylor’s wife, Mandy Moore, revealed on social media that the fires had destroyed much of their Altadena property. Taylor and Griffin’s home recording studio were also affected. The studio, a cornerstone of their musical journey, housed every instrument and piece of equipment they owned.

Griffin and his pregnant wife also lost their home, adding urgency to their situation as they prepare to welcome their first child. Moore launched a GoFundMe campaign to support Griffin’s family, highlighting the financial strain the couple faces after losing their home and Griffin’s tools for making a living as a touring musician.

Taylor Goldsmith’s Harrowing Account

In an emotional account to Rolling Stone, Taylor described the devastation in Altadena, likening the aftermath to a nuclear disaster. “It’s just blocks and blocks of everything gone,” he said. He recounted the surreal experience of navigating through flaming telephone poles and rubble-strewn streets. His vivid description painted a harrowing picture of the fire’s impact on communities. It also underscored the resilience required to move forward.

Kimmel’s Fire Relief Efforts

Jimmy Kimmel Live returned this week with a focus on raising awareness and funds for fire relief efforts. Kimmel, alongside Snoop Dogg and Roy Wood Jr., hosted a special episode dedicated to supporting those affected by the wildfires. In addition to performances like Dawes’, the show opened its Hollywood backlot as a donation center. It collects essential resources for displaced families.

Dawes’ performance stood out as a powerful reminder of the role music plays in healing and uniting communities during times of crisis. By channeling their grief and love for Los Angeles into their art, the Goldsmiths reaffirmed the resilience of their city and its people.