The event returns on November 17th to the Ryman Auditorium
Continuing a mission to support and bolster brain health and wellness, Drake White proudly presents his second Benefit For The Brain concert at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on November 17th. Once again, he will headline, host, and curate this special event. White’s non-profit, The Benefit For The Brai,n will donate and disperse proceeds from the show to select charity organizations.
Tickets go on sale this Friday, August 15th at 10 am local time.
With the full lineup to be unveiled soon, the event focuses on three pillars close to White’s heart: mental wellness for military and veterans, especially PTSD; brain health in children and adolescents; and innovative approaches to stroke recovery and neurological treatment.
In 2019, White’s life changed forever during a show in Roanoke, VA. Everything seemed fine until he started to play “The Coast Is Clear.” Right in the middle of the song, he endured a stroke and suddenly collapsed. In the aftermath of this fateful evening, he was diagnosed with Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) and underwent an unprecedented seven brain surgeries conducted by Nashville-based neurosurgeon Dr. Mericle. With the love of family, friends, and his incredible fanbase, he fought through it all. He returned to the stage and resumed his recording career, and also devoted himself to “the battle between your ears” by introducing Benefit For The Brain in 2023.
The inaugural installment impressively sold out the Ryman, welcomed a diverse cohort of A-list artists, and raised over $253,000. Beyond the night’s emotionally charged powerhouse set from White, the event featured Riley Green, Randy Houser, Jamey Johnson, and surprise guest Colbie Caillat. Contributing to an important discourse, Dr. Mericle, Beth Torres of Make-A-Wish Middle Tennessee, Cellular Performance Institute founder Ed Clay, and CreatiVets co-founder Richard Casper each graced the stage to share incredible stories and experiences. Not to mention, Onsite founder Miles Adcox served as the MC.
On Friday (Aug 8th), White served up a sunny and sizzling new single entitled “Nuthin’ But a Smile.” It marks his first original release of 2025 and hints at more to come shortly. He produced the song, collaborating with co-writers Shane Minor and Monty Criswell.
Last month, he dropped the three-track Scattered, Smothered, Covers EP. He notably put his spin on “Lose Control” by Teddy Swims, “Birds of a Feather” by Billie Eilish, and “Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash.
White will be canvassing North America on tour through the end of 2025. He will headline his Keep It Movin’ Tour in the fall, and he’s set to rejoin Riley Green for the second leg of the Damn Country Music Tour. Plus, he’ll appear at various festivals and will play shows with friends such as Chase Rice, Travis Tritt, and Colt Ford.
