Performers announced for Bruce Springsteen's MusiCares tribute event (Video)

On Jan. 2 performers were announced for Bruce Springsteen's MusiCares Person of the Year tribute gala and some of the musicians honoring Springsteen in 2013 will be Mumford & Sons, Patti Smith, Mavis Staples, Sting, Eddie Vedder, Tim McGraw, and Tom Morello. The sold-out event will be hosted by Jon Stewart and it will take place on Feb. 8, 2013 in Los Angeles.

Thus far the conformed performers for Bruce Springsteen's 2013 MusiCares Person of the Year tribute concert includes Alabama Shakes, Jackson Browne, Kenny Chesney, Ben Harper, Emmylou Harris, Faith Hill, Jim James, Elton John, Juanes, John Legend, Natalie Maines, Tim McGraw, Tom Morello, Mumford & Sons, Patti Smith, Mavis Staples, Sting, Eddie Vedder, and Neil Young.

The 2013 MusiCares Person of the Year gala, which will celebrate Springsteen's exceptional artistic achievements and philanthropic work, will begin with a cocktail reception and silent auction. Proceeds earned from the annual Person of the Year tribute provide support for music people in times of need.

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