Eric Church Supports North Carolina After Hurricane Helene

At the 2024 CMA Awards, Eric Church performed his new single 'Darkest Hour' as a tribute to Hurricane Helene victims, emphasizing the ongoing need for community rebuilding in North Carolina. The performance featured a full choir and orchestral elements, showcasing Church's commitment to using his music for social impact. He previously released the song to raise funds for disaster relief and has pledged all royalties from it to aid recovery efforts in his home state. Church has been actively involved in relief initiatives, including the 'Concert for Carolina,' which raised nearly $24.5 million for those affected. He highlighted the importance of sustaining awareness for long-term recovery, stating, 'We’re not very good at entirely rebuilding communities.' Church is set to include 'Darkest Hour' in his upcoming studio album, expected in 2025.