Fans of Melbourne alt-metal band Thornhill have dug deep to help the band after thieves stole nearly $100,000 worth of equipment and merchandise from their rehearsal space. Responding to a GoFundMe campaign set up for the group, their fans have raised almost $60,000, surpassing the band’s initial $50k goal.
News of the break-in came to light on 24th January. In a social media post, Thornhill said the incident occurred following a difficult year that included the cancellation of an international tour in order to “recharge and be ready to go again in 2023”. However, fan response has been swift, with more than 1200 donations resulting in over $59,000 in recovery money for the band.
Thornhill have expressed their gratitude after fans donated over $50,000 following a recent break-in:
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“We just want to say thankyou to everyone who has shared our post, donated or had us in their thoughts,” Thornhill wrote in response to the outpouring of support. “It’s been a horrible few days and to see this community continue to support us through everything means the world to us, and, we can not thank you enough for all that you have done.
“We have raised over $50,000 in the first day, which is an enormous effort, however, this should cover our touring rig, and, anything else we need to get straight back onto the road, with anything in excess going towards repairs, re-ordering merchandise, guitar and drum equipment that was stolen.”
Thornhill are scheduled to perform alongside Architects and Counterparts on the former act’s upcoming Australian tour. The group assured fans they have been in discussion with their agents and “are trying our best to put these shows on for you”.
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