The music world witnessed a magical night at the FireAid Benefit Concert 2025 — an unforgettable event held on January 30, 2025, at the Kia Forum and Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California. Organized by the Annenberg Foundation, this star-studded evening brought together legends like Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, and Nirvana, all uniting for a noble cause — raising over $100 million to aid victims of the devastating wildfires that ravaged Southern California earlier that year.
But one of the night’s most emotional highlights came when Stevie Nicks took the stage, delivering a performance that blended nostalgia, strength, and raw emotion. As one of her first major shows of the year — and her first since narrowly escaping the Palisades fire that destroyed her home — Nicks captured audiences’ hearts during a magical 45-minute set.
The evening began with an electrifying introduction as Nicks walked on stage in her trademark black shawl and dress, joined by Slash on guitar. She launched straight into “Stand Back”, sending the crowd into a frenzy with its classic energy. Despite mixed reviews on social media about the vocal performance, fans at the forum felt the moment’s power and jubilation firsthand.
Next came “Edge of Seventeen”, a moment that combined lightning-fast guitar riffs and Nicks’ haunting voice in full rock queen mode. It was a reminder that age hasn’t dimmed her fire — at 77, she still commands the stage with the same presence and charisma that defined a generation.
Yet it was the closing song, “Landslide”, where Nicks left the audience breathless. The concert lights dimmed, and she stood alone at the mic, strumming gently to her iconic piano work as the venue went quiet. The crowd sang every lyric back to her — a testament to decades-long love from fans. The performance became one of the night’s most viral moments, trending across social media and news outlets. It was her triumphant answer to those jeering that she “belonged in a nursing home,” proving that her magic is timeless.
Between songs, Nicks addressed the audience, sharing her own story of narrowly escaping the Palisades blaze and urging listeners to support wildfire recovery efforts. Her emotional speech, paired with the night’s fundraising mission, turned the concert into more than just a show — it became a testament to resilience, hope, and the healing power of music.