New York Steel

New York Steel was a benefit concert emceed by Eddie Trunk and Mike Piazza, featuring heavy metal musicians, that took place on November 28, 2001 at Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City in response to the September 11, 2001 attacks.[1]

Twisted Sister headlined, returning to the stage together for the first time in 14 years. The sold out show raised an estimated $90,000 for the New York Police and Fire Widows' and Children's Benefit Fund.[2][3]

Participants

References

  1. ↑ Wiederhorn, Jon. "Ace Frehley Keeps Rockets Fueled With WTC Benefit, Solo LP". MTV News.
  2. ↑ "New York Police & Fire Widows' & Children's Benefit Fund Accepting Donations For Families Of NYC Bravest And Finest". New York Police & Fire Widows' & Children's Benefit Fund. Archived from the original on 10 July 2007.
  3. ↑ Sharken, Lisa. "New York Steel raises the roof". Gibson. Archived from the original on 18 March 2006.
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