Benefits Daily (3/27/07)

Jon Freeman

Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, Big & Rich, Jewel, and Billy Currington will perform tonight (3/27) at an acoustic benefit for the family of Buck Jones. The songwriter died recently in an accident in Texas. Surprise guests are expected at the 8 p.m. show at the Cannery Ballroom. Donation is $50.

Some of Nashville’s top songwriters will play the Mercy Lounge on April 4 to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Rory Feek, Jamie Teachenor, Greg Johnson, Tim Holt-Wilson, and many others are slated to perform. 615 Music’s Mark Weiss will host and attendees will have a chance to win raffles and silent auction items. Cost is $10 at the door and other donations are welcome. For more information contact Nic Of Time Communications at 615-776-8881.

Music City Mayhem, a benefit for the American Liver Foundation, will take place Sat., April 21, 7:30-11:30 p.m. at Union Station Hotel. Tickets are $80 in advance ($90 after April 13) and include casino action, silent auction, unlimited cocktails, hors d’ouvres, and live entertainment by Max Headroom. For tickets or information, call 615-376-1692 or e-mail laura.mcleod@famousmusic.com.