Power to the Patients and Gin Blossoms Join Forces for Concert at Congressional Baseball Game Pre-Party

Gin Blossoms to Perform at Congressional Baseball Game Pre-Party

On June 11, 2025, the American alternative rock band Gin Blossoms will take the stage in Washington, D.C., making a significant impact as they perform at the Congressional Baseball Game Pre-Party. This event is hosted by Power to the Patients (PTTP), an organization dedicated to advocating for price transparency in healthcare.

The concert will take place at The Bullpen, with doors opening at 4:00 PM Eastern and the live performance starting at 6:00 PM Eastern. Gin Blossoms is joining the cause for a very personal reason. The band's members expressed their passion for the mission by stating, “We didn't hesitate to jump in. This cause hit home, and we're proud to support this incredible organization.”

The issue at hand is critical; over 100 million Americans are currently burdened by medical debt, which is the leading cause of personal bankruptcy in the United States. According to recent statistics, more than 90% of Americans believe that having clear and upfront prices for healthcare services is essential. Gin Blossoms urges that this shouldn't be a political matter but rather a moral obligation. They emphasize that understanding healthcare costs must be a fundamental right for all, devoid of hidden expenses that can surprise and devastate patients.

“Every day, Americans are blindsided by outrageous, hidden medical prices,” they stated. “People in pain, people fighting for their lives shouldn’t also have to fight to understand what their care will cost.” It's a clarion call that resonates with millions facing the reality of unexpected healthcare expenses.

The PTTP Congressional Baseball Game Pre-Party aims not only to raise awareness but also to push for stronger healthcare price transparency rules. The event is part of larger, ongoing grassroots efforts intended to empower patients and improve accountability in the American healthcare system. Those interested can submit requests for public tickets via the PTTP official website.

Gin Blossoms are not the only celebrities rallying behind this cause. They join a roster of renowned artists like Foo Fighters, Stone Temple Pilots, Wyclef Jean, and many others, all who've shown their support for patients across the nation. In fact, polling data reveals that 96% of Americans are in favor of healthcare price transparency, signifying a widespread public support for this movement.

Founded in 1987 in Tempe, Arizona, Gin Blossoms gained popularity with their debut album, New Miserable Experience. The album featured hit singles such as “Hey Jealousy” and “Allison Road,” making them a staple in the alternative rock scene. Their follow-up album, Congratulations I'm Sorry, continued their success, producing hits like “Follow You Down.”

Even today, they remain active, sharing stages with other notable bands like Collective Soul and Hootie & The Blowfish, and touring regularly, all while maintaining a strong commitment to meaningful social issues.

The PTTP event illustrates how music and advocacy can go hand in hand, creating spaces not only for entertainment but for much-needed activism. As the date approaches, excitement builds for an evening that promises to be both entertaining and transformative. Together with Gin Blossoms, PTTP reaffirms the vital need for healthcare transparency, bringing hope and change to countless Americans burdened by opaque medical pricing.

Visit www.powertothepatients.org for more details on how to join the fight for transparency in healthcare and participate in this meaningful event.