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Last month, DeSoto Records revealed that Callum Robbins, the ten-month-old son of J. Robbins (Jawbox, Burning Airlines, Channels) and Janet Morgan (Channels) had been diagnosed with Type 1 Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Fans were urged to donate to help offset the family's medical bills.

Well, you really came through this time. Over the holidays, J. Robbins posted on his website, thanking donors and the fine folks at DeSoto for their assistance. As a result of the support the Robbins family has received so far, Callum is soon to be the proud owner of "his first adaptive high chair/play chair...one that supports his back and trunk and will help him make the most of his limited arm mobility."

But the outreach doesn't stop there. A Robbins benefit show has been scheduled for January 27 at Chicago's Empty Bottle, with all proceeds going to J and his family.

Artists lined up to play the event include Chin Up Chin Up, Bobby Conn, the Life and Times, Red Eyed Legends, and more to be announced, including a "surprise special guest". Purchase tickets here.

Also, we'd like to note that DeSoto bought back the rights from Atlantic to re-release Jawbox's final two albums, For Your Own Special Sweetheart and Jawbox. They are now available on iTunes.