<p>NASHVILLE&#8217;s <a href="http://www.bmilem.com/m/?s=acce-fm&;d=39523&;q=acce-fm20180320H5917014639523&;e=wc@countrymusicnewsblog.com&;RefNum=7360998">BRAD PAISLEY</a> will host &#8220;THE 2ND RESPONDERS,&#8221; a benefit concert on SATURDAY, MAY 12th at the SANTA BARBARA BOWL to honor those who were on the front lines and first responders during the recent CALIFORNIA wildfires and mudslides. A local presale is set for FRIDAY, MARCH 23rd from 11a-6p (PT), and tickets go on sale to the public on SATURDAY, MARCH 24th; ticket purchases are restricted by billing zip codes in SANTA BARBARA, VENTURA, and SAN LUIS OBISPO. Proof of residency is required. All proceeds will benefit the community and service workers through local organizations.</p>
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<p>&#8220;KIM and I fell in love with SANTA BARBARA and the MONTECITO area on our honeymoon,&#8221; shared PAISLEY. &#8220;It feels like small town AMERICA by the sea. With this concert, I hope to raise awareness, spirits, and money for the region that&#8217;s recovering from the devastating mudslides and fires. I hope people come out and actually make it an experience with us and visit some of the local shops, restaurants, bars, and coffee shops.&#8221;</p>