ABOUT A2A

More Than a Concert — A Cultural Ecosystem for Restoration

Ashes to Anthems is more than a concert, it is a cultural mobilization and a community restoration initiative.

Born from the devastation caused by the Eaton Fires in Altadena and Pasadena, this Juneteenth gathering transforms testimony into tangible impact. Executive produced by The Legacy Land Project and Pasadena faith leader Pastor Jon DeCuir, the event unites leading voices across gospel, R&B, soul, and hip-hop.

Spanning the entire Pasadena City College campus, Ashes to Anthems is a multi-stage, multi-experience cultural gathering designed to mobilize music, community, and resources toward rebuilding lives. Proceeds directly fund recovery infrastructure, including care management, financial relief, and long-term rebuilding support for families disproportionately impacted and often overlooked. Ashes to Anthems turns culture into restoration and restoration into legacy.