The first ever James Casey Birthday Benefit has been announced in honor of the late saxophonist who passed away from early onset colon cancer in 2023. Created in partnership with the Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists (ABGH), the benefit will feature a virtual auction of assorted items from notable jam bands on February 25 and a webinar and screening drive in honor of James Casey’s life and legacy on March 2 titled, “Your Health, Your Voice: Knowing the Signs of Colorectal Cancer and Taking Action.”
Created in partnership with the Association of Black Gastroenterologists and Hepatologists (ABGH), the benefit will feature a virtual auction of assorted items from notable jam bands on February 25 and a webinar and screening drive in honor of James Casey’s life and legacy on March 2 titled, “Your Health, Your Voice: Knowing the Signs of Colorectal Cancer and Taking Action.”
The event seeks to have a real conversation about colorectal cancer trends and risks, especially among young people. It’s set to feature talks from expert gut health physicians, as well as from friends of James Casey and fellow artists. ABGH thought leaders will discuss early screening options, disseminate resources and hold an interactive Q&A. The webinar is free and open to the public, and those in attendance can anonymously submit questions for the panel once registered. RSVP to attend the webinar HERE.
Bidding for the virtual auction opens February 25 at 12pm and will be available through 8pm on March 2. Highlights include a custom, signed guitar from Dave Matthews; a special VIP packages from Trey Anastasio, String Cheese Incident and The Disco Biscuits; a signed copy of Bill Kreutzmann’s biography, Deal: My Three Decades of Drumming, Dreams, and Drugs with the Grateful Dead and; original artwork by Jeff Coffin; and a drumhead signed by Phil Lesh, James Casey and other Phil Lesh & Friends band members during the sold-out December 2022 shows at the Warfield in San Francisco. View a full inventory list HERE.
ABGH became one of Casey’s closest allies during his two-year fight against colorectal cancer, and the nonprofit continues to be a valuable resource in the ongoing fight against this very common disease that is preventable in most individuals. To learn more about James Casey, his cancer battle and how it intersected with his musical journey, watch the docu-short Music As Medicine: A James Casey Story and visit his official website jamescaseysax.co for music, merch and more.
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