Jesse Welles Cancels Show for Striking Workers | Richmond News

Folk singer Jesse Welles canceled his sold-out show at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden to stand with striking workers demanding fair wages, rescheduling for September 25th at a new venue. His bold move — backed by a social media message urging fans not to cross picket lines — marks the first public artist response to the ongoing labor dispute. The workers, who’ve been on strike since June and are in contract talks over a year, were thrilled by the support, calling it a powerful boost to their movement. Fellow musician Graham Nash also canceled his gig in solidarity, hoping to reschedule for 2027. Welles’ action underscores how artists can amplify labor causes, proving solidarity can be loud, visible, and deeply impactful. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cc502c0e120ecdfe