Motown Legends Join All-Star Lineup Benefiting Santa Barbara First Responders

SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — ONE805 unveiled legendary Motown icons The Temptations and The Four Tops as part of the complete lineup for ONE805LIVE! 2026, bringing two of the most influential vocal groups in American music history to an already remarkable lineup. Also joining the weekend is beloved Irish folk band The High Kings, who will bring ONE805LIVE! into their 2026 North American tour schedule.

The two-day benefit concert returns September 25–26 to Kevin Costner’s breathtaking private oceanside estate in Carpinteria. The intimate oceanfront setting provides the backdrop for an unforgettable weekend featuring Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends, chart-topping artists and extraordinary performances, all benefiting Santa Barbara County’s first responders.

“ONE805LIVE! has always been about creating unforgettable experiences in support of the extraordinary men and women who protect our communities,” said Kirsten Cavendish Weston-Smith, CEO of ONE805. “Bringing together legendary artists like The Temptations and The Four Tops, alongside an incredible lineup spanning generations and genres, makes this our most exciting event yet. Every ticket purchased helps ensure Santa Barbara County’s first responders have the resources they need when our community needs them most.”

Few musical partnerships have shaped American music quite like The Temptations and The Four Tops. For decades, the two groups defined the sound of Motown through one of music’s most celebrated friendships and creative rivalries. Their legendary “battle of the bands” performances captivated audiences around the world before evolving into decades of joint tours that celebrated their shared history and enduring brotherhood. Now, that remarkable legacy comes to ONE805LIVE!

Under the leadership of founding member Otis Williams, The Temptations have earned five Grammy Awards, including the Recording Academy Lifetime Achievement Award, were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and named Billboard’s Greatest R&B/Hip-Hop Artist of All Time. Their extraordinary legacy extends beyond music through the Emmy Award-winning television miniseries The Temptations and the Tony Award-winning Broadway sensation Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations, introducing their remarkable story to new generations of fans.

Celebrating an extraordinary 70-year legacy in 2026, The Four Tops remain one of the most beloved vocal groups in music history. Their unmistakable harmonies and timeless catalog produced 24 Top 40 hits, including classics such as “I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch),” “Reach Out I’ll Be There,” “Bernadette” and “It’s the Same Old Song.” Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and honored with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, The Four Tops continue to inspire audiences across generations while carrying forward one of Motown’s most enduring musical legacies.

This year’s complete lineup includes:

Friday, September 25
• The Temptations
• The Four Tops
• George Thorogood
• Alan Parsons
• Samantha Ronson (DJ Set)

Saturday, September 26
• Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo
• Slightly Stoopid
• The Fray
• Kevin Costner & Modern West
• The High Kings
• Samantha Ronson (DJ Set)

Together, this extraordinary roster of artists will help create an unforgettable weekend while supporting the heroes who protect Santa Barbara County every day.

All proceeds from ONE805LIVE! support Santa Barbara County’s first responders through emergency financial assistance, life-saving equipment, disaster preparedness initiatives and mental wellness programs.

Tickets, VIP experiences and private cabanas are available now at One805.org. Team and talent interviews available.

About One805
One805 supports First Responders throughout Santa Barbara County by funding vital equipment and mental health programs. Founded in the wake of the 2018 Montecito debris flow, One805 is a unified nonprofit built on community resilience — standing behind those who serve, every day, in every emergency.

For tickets, sponsorships, or more information, visit www.One805.org.

Erinn Lynch
Blaze PR
erinn@blazepr.com
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