👋 Hello, volume junkies — welcome back to Fans With Benefits, your weekly reminder that music history is being made on the regular, and your inbox is the front row.

This week, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame finally opens its doors to boundary-breakers like OutKast, Soundgarden, and Cyndi Lauper, along with a mix of icons, innovators, and long-overlooked legends. Carrie Underwood brings her Vegas residency to an emotional close with a heartfelt performance and a major donation to Make-A-Wish. And if your calendar’s looking a little too quiet, it won’t be for long — the 2025 tour wave is rolling in hard, with Deftones, Lindsey Stirling, and Eric Church leading the charge.

Here’s what’s buzzing:

• Rock Hall Adds OutKast, Lauper, Soundgarden + More

• Carrie’s $236K Make-A-Wish Moment in Vegas

• 10+ Events

  • Deftones

  • Ohana Festival

  • Lindsey Stirling x Halestorm

  • Joe Bonamassa

  • Eric Church

So settle in, hit shuffle, and scroll your way into the week. 🎶

🤘 Backstage Pass

Legends OutKast, Soundgarden & Cyndi Lauper Finally Join the Rock Hall

The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class is here — and it’s a genre-spanning power move. Southern rap icons OutKast, grunge pioneers Soundgarden, and pop trailblazer Cyndi Lauper top the list of new inductees, joined by classic rock stalwarts Bad Company, twist king Chubby Checker, late legend Joe Cocker, and garage-rock disruptors The White Stripes.

Also in: Salt-N-Pepa and Warren Zevon, honored for their influence, while Carol Kaye, Thom Bell, and Nicky Hopkins receive the Musical Excellence Award. Behind the scenes, longtime Warner Bros. exec Lenny Waronker is recognized with the Ahmet Ertegun Award.

This year’s class reflects a welcome shift toward broader definitions of “rock”—from ATL innovation to feminist pop anthems to overlooked studio icons. The official induction ceremony hits Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater on Nov. 8, streaming live on Disney+ and airing later on ABC.

Mark your calendars. Legends will be made — and long overdue flowers will finally be handed out. 🌺🎸

🫶 Artists Doing Good

Carrie Underwood Donates $236K and Reunites with Make-A-Wish Recipient

Carrie Underwood wrapped her Reflections Las Vegas residency in unforgettable fashion — reuniting with Noel Miller, a former Make-A-Wish recipient she first met 17 years ago. Miller, who was granted her wish to meet Underwood as a child with a heart condition, joined the country star onstage at Resorts World Theatre to sing “All-American Girl” on the final night of the run.

It wasn’t just a reunion — it was a moment made possible by fans. Underwood donated $1 from every ticket sold to Make-A-Wish, presenting a check for $236,844 to the organization during the show. The partnership reflects nearly two decades of Underwood’s quiet but consistent support of the foundation and its mission.

Also present was Melissa Arias, Chief Chapter Advancement Officer for Make-A-Wish, who accepted the donation alongside Miller. The performance — part celebration, part love letter to the power of music and generosity — capped a three-year residency that began in 2021.

Underwood now heads back to American Idol, this time as a judge — but her final Vegas moment reminded us she’s always been a WishMaker first. 💫

📢 Sound Off

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🎶 Event Radar

Deftones – 2025 North American Tour (Leg 2)

The Deftones are extending the sonic assault with a second leg of their 2025 North American tour — and it’s going to be loud, heavy, and hypnotic in all the right ways. Expect thunderous riffs, surreal atmospheres, and that signature blend of metal, shoegaze, and catharsis. Whether you're a diehard from White Pony days or a new fan catching the wave, this tour is a must.

Get tickets here

Ohana Festival – 2025 Edition 

Salt air, guitar fuzz, and spiritual surf-rock vibes: Ohana Festival 2025 is back, and it’s Eddie Vedder’s love letter to the California coast. Equal parts intimate and electric, this seaside celebration blends legendary acts, rising indie stars, and the kind of ocean breeze that makes every set feel cinematic. Whether you’re vibing to a stripped-down acoustic session at sunset or losing yourself in a full-throttle rock anthem, Ohana delivers feel-it-in-your-bones energy. With sustainability at its core and community in its heart, this isn’t just a music festival — it’s a coastal state of mind. 

Get tickets here

Lindsey Stirling x Halestorm – nEVEREST Duality tour

Call it strings meets screams — violin powerhouse Lindsey Stirling is teaming up with hard rock heroes Halestorm for a genre-bending tour that defies expectations. Expect symphonic flourishes, explosive vocals, and more energy than your pre-workout. It’s theatrical, it’s thunderous, and it’s one of 2025’s most unexpected (and exciting) live pairings. If you're a Halestorm fan, head to Fandiem for a chance to win a VIP trip to France and meet the band in person.

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Joe Bonamassa – 2025 Tour

Blues rock’s hardest-working guitarist is back on the road, bringing fretboard fireworks and smoky soul across the country. Joe Bonamassa’s 2025 tour is a masterclass in tone, technique, and good old-fashioned rock swagger. Whether you're a blues purist or just love a killer solo, this show promises chops for days and vibes to match.

Get tickets here

Eric Church – Free the Machine Tour

Country rock’s rebel-in-chief is back on the road, delivering a no-holds-barred tour packed with grit, guitars, and heartland fire. Eric Church’s Free the Machine run is equal parts Southern swagger and arena-sized spectacle, built for fans who like their country loud and unapologetically real.

Get tickets here

• Shaboozey – The Great American Roadshow Tour – Shaboozey hits the highway with his genre-blending mix of country grit, hip-hop swagger, and Southern storytelling for a tour that’s part barn burner, part block party. Get tickets here

• Haim – The I Quit Tour – Sisterhood, syncopation, and serotonin — HAIM’s back with a groove-heavy tour full of alt-rock swagger, pop hooks, and California cool. It’s danceable, emotional, and pure catharsis. Get tickets here

• Bryan Adams – 40-Date North America Tour – Bryan Adams is bringing decades of anthems and raspy rock nostalgia to the stage in a massive coast-to-coast celebration of timeless hits. Get tickets here

• Keith Urban – High and Alive World Tour – Keith Urban hits the road with his signature blend of sleek guitar work, country-pop charm, and enough energy to light up every arena on the map. Get tickets here

• Hans Zimmer – The World of Hans Zimmer: A New Dimension – Hans Zimmer brings his cinematic soundscapes to life with a full orchestra, delivering goosebump-inducing scores from the screen to the stage. Get tickets here

🎤 Mic Drop

Steve Earle has been invited to join the Grand Ole Opry, becoming the first new member announced during the institution’s 100th anniversary year. The honor was delivered by longtime friend Vince Gill following Earle’s performance of “Copperhead Road,” with Earle calling it “the biggest thing that has ever happened to me.” Read more here.

That’s a wrap for this week! Until next time, catch you in the pit—or next week’s email. 🎵🔥

Signing off,

The Fandiem Team