In response to the devastating floods that impacted the Texas Hill Country, renowned musician Robert Earl Keen has announced a benefit concert titled "Applause for the Cause." The event is scheduled for August 28 at the Whitewater Amphitheater near New Braunfels, Texas. The concert aims to support the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, with all proceeds directed toward relief efforts for those affected by the recent floods.
The concert will feature a lineup of prominent artists, including Tyler Childers, Miranda Lambert, Jon Randall, Jack Ingram, Cross Canadian Ragweed, Randy Rogers, Ryan Bingham, Ray Wylie Hubbard, and others. The event is set to begin at 3 p.m., with music starting in the mid-afternoon and continuing into the night. Tickets are available for purchase, with general admission priced at $99 and reserved seating at $200. Attendees also have the option to purchase tickets for local first responders to attend the event.
Additionally, Buc-ee's, a Texas-based convenience store chain, has pledged a significant donation to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country to further support the relief efforts. The concert and associated fundraising initiatives highlight the community's collective response to the recent natural disaster and the ongoing commitment to recovery and support for those affected.