Madlib launches fundraiser to help him and his family ‘rebuild’ after California wildfires

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Madlib has launched a fundraiser to help him and his family ‘rebuild’ after losing their Los Angeles home, decades of music, and equipment in the California wildfires.The producer’s team posted a call out on Instagram, asking for donations to help Madlib, real name Otis Jackson Jr, and his family.”We are reaching out with heavy hearts to ask for your support in helping legendary producer Madlib and his family rebuild after losing their home, decades of music, and equipment in the devastating LA fires,” it reads.“Your donation, no matter the amount, will help Madlib and his family rebuild and continue creating the music that has touched so many lives.

100% of your donations are tax deductible and will go directly to Madlib and his family. Thank you in advance for your love, prayers and support.”A post shared by Madlib (@madlib)On the Donorbox page for Madlib’s fundraiser, it clarifies that donations will provide assistance to help the producer with immediate personal needs, essentials like clothing, temporary housing, transportation costs and equipment and tools to continue making music.Fans of Madlib’s music have already started sending in donations to the page, and writing messages of love and support. “You have given me countless hours of entertainment and changed the entire way I view and listen to music,” one donator called Marcus said. “Very sorry this happened and hope you bounce back asap.”Another anonymous donator said: “I can’t imagine such a loss, both in terms of music, history, and everything really.

I hope you and your family are able to recover.”Other big names in music and show business have also been impacted by the devastating fires.