Artists, actors and athletes from Texas joined Miranda Lambert and Parker McCollum August 17th for "Band Together Texas" at Austin's Moody Centre.

The event was held to pay tribute to the lives lost in the Central Texas floods, while also celebrating the heroes who saved so many others. The evening has already raised more than $8.5 million to benefit the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country and the Central Texas Community Foundation. The sold-out show, which lasted almost three hours, kicked off with a special appearance by Matthew McConaughey. Wade Bowen, Dylan Gossett, Jack Ingram, Ronnie Dunn and Pat Green were just some the performers. The night also focused on the bravery of first responders. Jason Aldean, who had played the Moody Centre the night before, made a surprise appearance. He also donated his stage and production crew for the evening.