Press release: Live Loud Returns for Its Second Edition with All-Star Lineup in Support of Mental Health and Substance Use Health

Live Loud Returns for Its Second Edition with All-Star Lineup in Support of Mental Health and Substance Use Health

Expands to Toronto’s Massey Hall on September 10, 2026

June 17, 2026 – Toronto, ON – Two Canadian non-profit organizations working at the intersection of entertainment, mental health, trauma, and substance use health are joining forces once again to drive meaningful impact. Live Loud is a national partnership between Matthew Perry House and Make Music Matter, harnessing the power of music and storytelling to reduce stigma and support those on the path to healing.

Live Loud returns on September 10, 2026, at Toronto’s legendary Massey Hall. This year, the event will be hosted by award-winning actress, comedian and musician Lauren Ash and award-winning comedy legend Bruce McCulloch.

The live benefit concert will feature a world-class lineup including award-winning artists The Strumbellas, Aysanabee, Julian Taylor, Tim Hicks, Crown Lands, The Washboard Union, Fefe Dobson, Maestro Fresh Wes, Michie Mee, Bif Naked, Hill Kourkoutis, Aaron Solowoniuk (Billy Talent), Menno Versteeg (Hollerado), Sekou Lumumba (Big Wreck), Todd Morse (The Offspring) and Cone McCaslin & Dave Baksh (Sum 41).

Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a charity auction featuring a variety of exclusive items and experiences. Veteran broadcaster Rudy Blair will serve as auction host, helping to spotlight featured auction items.

Tickets will be available here for pre-sale on June 18 at 12 PM ET with the code LiveLoud, followed by the general on-sale starting June 19 at 12 PM ET. Proceeds will be shared equally between the two charities to help support mental health and substance use health initiatives.

“My family and I are overwhelmed by the talent, emotion, and love for Matthew at last year’s Live Loud. This year, we’re getting even bigger, even louder, even livelier. And it’s all because of artists and supporters who believe in the missions of Make Music Matter and Matthew Perry House. I can’t possibly put my gratitude into words,” said Caitlin Morrison, Executive Director, Matthew Perry House.

The inaugural 2025 event, presented by title sponsor Bell Let’s Talk, brought together acclaimed artists and national attention in support of its mission, quickly establishing Live Loud as a powerful new platform.

“The first Live Loud showed us we’re at a turning point. People are ready to talk more openly about trauma and mental health. I’m thrilled Live Loud 2026 is set to shine an even brighter light on the stigma and silence that still surrounds these issues. In concert with each other, we’ll keep raising our voices until everyone has access to the support they need to heal,” said Darcy Ataman, founder and CEO of Make Music Matter.

Its impact extended well beyond the stage with a concert documentary of the same name, which reached audiences nationwide on Crave following its release to coincide with Bell Let’s Talk Day 2026.

“Taking a moment for mental health can be as simple as pressing play on a song that helps you breathe, feel, and reconnect—and every moment matters,” said Mary Deacon, Chair of Bell Let’s Talk. “That’s why we’re proud to support Live Loud with Matthew Perry House and Make Music Matter—using the power of music and community to raise the volume on mental health and substance use health, and to remind people they’re not alone.”

More information and ticket details can be found here.

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About Make Music Matter

Make Music Matter uses the creative process as a therapeutic tool to help vulnerable communities heal, reconnect, and rebuild their lives with hope and dignity. Its evidence-based Healing in Harmony group therapy model reduces symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, and depression, while creating safe, supportive spaces where participants can take ownership of their healing. By combining music creation with therapeutic support, participants process lived experiences, build self-worth, and strengthen their sense of agency. Their original songs are professionally produced and shared globally, amplifying voices, reducing stigma, and sparking new conversations about mental health. To date, Healing in Harmony has supported more than 19,000 participants across nine countries. Make Music Matter envisions a world where mental health is recognized as a fundamental human right, and works to make healing accessible to all.

About Matthew Perry House

Matthew Perry House is a national initiative created by Matthew’s family, dedicated to continuing Matthew Perry’s legacy by supporting individuals in recovery with dignity, compassion, and purpose. The organization focuses on providing ongoing support, community connection, and access to resources. Through its programs, partnerships, and advocacy efforts, Matthew Perry House is reshaping the conversation around substance use health and recovery, reducing stigma, and promoting a standard of dignity-focused care, helping individuals and communities understand that recovery isn’t the end of the story; it’s the beginning of a new one.

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