Bon Iver will host a basketball tournament in Los Angeles on Saturday, April 12, at the Terasaki Budokan sports facility. So gear up for what’s sure to be an electrifying battle! The live experience of “SABLES vs. fABLES” has world-renowned musician Justin Vernon and his friends wowing audiences in a captivating best-of-three game series. This incredible mix of sports and music is all designed to entertain fans and raise money for a great cause in the process.
The tournament will see Vernon and his friends compete in a spirited atmosphere, bringing together music enthusiasts and basketball fans alike. This event is more than just the competition. It stirs up attention and money for 2 A Billion, one of the initiatives spearheaded by Vernon, that aims to promote gender equity and eradicate domestic violence. The funds raised from the on-site raffle will go directly toward this effort. This helps the tournament be a special experience for competitors and fans alike.
Lately, Bon Iver has captured headlines thanks to the rollout of new singles from their upcoming new album. Songs “If Only I Could Wait” and “Walk Home” released last month, building hype with fans leading up to the new album. Vernon’s performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon is a masterclass in minimalist maximalism. He used humor to address the discomfort of being a fan on the jumbotron at WNBA games, proving his brilliant ability to connect art to sports.
Bon Iver will be bringing a series of listening parties – dubbed fABLE sPACEs – to cities across the U.S. with the tournament. Prepare to hear music like never before! These events help create a uniquely personal environment for eager listeners to explore the new music together. They encourage fuller appreciation of Bon Iver’s changing, deepening sound.
That basketball tournament served as a fitting showcase for Vernon’s many varied talents. It doubles down on his commitment to effect social change through music and his community engagement. As fans prepare for an afternoon of thrilling basketball and entertainment, they can feel good knowing their participation supports an important cause.