Tommy Lee Slams Artists Promoting Their Music amid the Los Angeles Fires: 'Right Now Nobody Gives a Flying F---'

Mar. 15, 2025

Tommy Lee in New York City in September 2001.Photo:Angela Weiss/AFP/Getty

Angela Weiss/AFP/Getty

Tommy Leeis asking the music world to shift its focus.

On Monday, Jan. 13, theMötley Crüemusician, 62,vented on Instagramabout artists promoting albums and tours amid the devastation of theLos Angeles fires.

“Makes me f—ing sick to see most people just [carrying] on posting on lame ass social media!” Lee wrote. “Guys right now nobody gives a flying f— when your record drops or the next concert is when so many people are in the middle of one of the biggest disasters of all time!”

“I get that some comic relief is always need but Jesus Christ leave it all alone and maybe just stop and see who needs help if you can.”

They added: “May you and your loved ones stay safe as we stand together to overcome.”

Tommy Lee performing in Melbourne in November 2023.Chris Putnam/Future Publishing/Getty

Chris Putnam/Future Publishing/Getty

The Los Angeles fires started on Tuesday, Jan. 7 and have affected tens of thousands of people who had to evacuate. Some lost their homes and businesses as a result of the fast-growing flames and high winds. As of publishing,25 people have died.

Amid the blaze’s devastation, artists have postponed major announcements or music releases.Beyoncé, who hadplanned on making an announcement on Jan. 14following herChristmas Day Halftime performance, pushed back from sharing any news.

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“I continue to pray for healing and rebuilding for the families suffering from trauma and loss,” Beyoncé, 43, said in a statementshared on Instagram. “We are so blessed to have brave first responders who continue to work tirelessly to protect the Los Angeles community.”

The “Texas Hold Em” singer alsodonated $2.5 millionto the fire relief funds through her public charity foundation BeyGOOD.

Tommy Lee in Toluca Lake, California in April 2024.Michael Tullberg/Getty

Michael Tullberg/Getty

The Weeknd, meanwhile, postponed the release of his new albumHurry Up Tomorrowand canceled his Rose Bowl performance for Jan. 25 “out of respect and concern for the people of Los Angeles County.”

“This city has always been a profound source of inspiration for me, and my thoughts are with everyone impacted during this difficult time. In light of this, I have also decided to push the release of my album to January 31st,” The Weeknd, 34, wroteon Instagram.

“My focus remains on supporting the recovery of these communities and aiding its incredible people as they rebuild.”

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source: people.com