Michigan Musicians Host March 29 Benefit Concert for Producer Jake Rye and Others Affected by Adrian Apartment Building Fire

The American Hotel System, Innocent Vigilant Ordinary, Greater Alexander, Adoremus, and Above Pete’s Garage are hosting a free benefit concert for producer Jake Rye and five others impacted by a March 15 apartment building fire in Adrian, Michigan.

Jake Rye lost his home and entire recording studio, Social Recording Company, in that same fire. He’s been vital to the Michigan music scene by crafting the sound of notable acts, including Michigander, Brother Elsey, Pretoria, and The Hacky Turtles.

Crossroads Presents: Indie Rock Benefit Concert” is Saturday, March 29 at Crossroads Community Church, 119 North Broad Street, Adrian. The show starts at 6:30 pm.

If you’re unable to attend the show, you can donate via a GoFundMe campaign to help offset Rye’s loss and raise money for the other residents affected by the fire. Half of all donations will be split up and distributed to each apartment leaseholder.

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