AC/DC said Let There Be Rock in 1977, and about thirty years later, Snoop Dog said, "Well, Hip-hop is what makes the world go round".

By the same analogy, Rock to the Rescue began as a fundraising event for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service (WHRS) in 2015, and next Saturday, August 2, the second Rap 2 the Rescue concert will take place at the South Lismore Bowling Club, as both music genres help the much-loved local charity.

Only three weeks ago, Rock to the Rescue (RTTR) featured seven local bands on stage at the Northern Rivers Hotel in North Lismore.

RTTR co-ordinator John Bancroft told the Lismore App that the event was another huge success, raising $3,500 for WHRS

"Sincere thanks to members of New Vintage, Plan 9, Hop Ups, Slug, Ghostown, Claymores, and This Kiss Kills for offering their services on the night, and new sponsor MGL Freight for sponsoring the T-shirt sales. An enthusiastic crowd of 200 + enjoyed the talent on offer and witnessed history as local legends SLUG performed their last gig.

(SLUG on stage)

"Many thanks must go to the small group who put the event together, being Darrell Crockford, Jasin Hughes, Dave Slade, Matt Lee (MGL ), Andy Lee, Neville Cain and Ben Wordsworth. We look forward to a bigger event in 2026."

Plans are now underway for the 10th Rock To The Rescue, which will be held in mid-2026 at a date and venue to be announced.

A different style of music will attract a younger, different crowd next Saturday, when Rap 2 the Rescue takes place at the South Lismore Bowling Club.

Organiser and rapper Jordan McMahon said he was inspired by Rock to the Rescue.

"We saw what was happening, and it has been pretty successful, so me and few mates who make some rap music thought we'll give it crack."

Jordan's father, Jeff McMahon, has been heavily involved in supporting the WRHS, so that was additional encouragement to create an alternative event.

Rap 2 the Rescue will showcase seven fantastic rap artists playing for the cause. Jordan will be performing on the night as Thirsty Mac.

The bands in order of appearance on the night are:

• D.A.S.H.
• Thirsty Mac
• zFTTOM
• DJ Mudcrab
• Eric Flu
• Sax
• Bardi

In its first year, Rap 2 the Rescue raised just over a thousand dollars for WHRS. Jordan's hope is for more in 2025.

"We're hoping for about $1,500 next Saturday night. I'd like to obviously go further than the last one."

"I'd love people to show up and help support the charity and the local music scene. There's a lot of talented acts that are going to perform."

Entry is only a $10 donation at the door, and merchandise will be on sale along with a raffle.

For enquiries, contact Jordan McMahon on 0412 760 013.

RAP 2 THE RESCUE

• Date: Saturday, August 2
• Venue: The South Lismore Bowling Club, 25 Wilson Street, South Lismore
• Time: 7:30pm until late.