Web Fund Benefits Alejandro Escovedo

A new web site has been set up to collect donations for ailing singer-songwriter Alejandro Escovedo.

Due to complications brought on by Hepatitis-C, Escovedo collapsed after performing in Phoenix, Ariz. On April 26. After the show, he was diagnosed with advanced cirrhosis of the liver, a problem resulting from the hepatitis.

Currently, Escovedo is at home in Canyon Lake, Tex., resting and undergoing treatment to alleviate the effects of his condition. Without medical coverage and unable to make money from performing, Escovedo is in need of assistance. Those who wish to make donations to help defray the cost of treatment can do so online at www.alejandrofund.com.

“This is a secure site, and all monies will go DIRECTLY to Al,” said Escovedo’s friend and former Whiskeytown member, Caitlin Cary, who has been trying to get the word out about the fund. “I know that many of you are concerned, and many have already agreed to help. In advance, I thank you all.”

Escovedo, who will be taking a long hiatus from touring to recover from his illness, said he wishes to thank his many supporters for their generosity and good wishes in his time of need.

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