Warzone Guitarist Jason Vento Hospitalized After Fire, GoFundMe Started

The guitarist of Warzone was just involved in a really scary house fire that nearly impacted his family and ended with a trip to the hospital. And now, because the American healthcare system is so fucking awesome, they’re reaching out for help.

Guitarist Jason Vento, aka Crazy Jay Skin, of the New York proto-hardcore band Warzone, experienced a house fire on January 6 at his home in Queens, NY. During the whole ordeal, Vento had to remove his wife, children, mother, and animals from the home, and one of his kids is a newborn. While almost everyone got out safely, some pets were lost to the fire, as were all their possessions and the home itself.

Following the fire, Vento was hospitalized with severe burns, smoke inhalation, and carbon monoxide poisoning.

Their GoFundMe goes into greater detail about the incident:

“On January 6, 2024, a two-alarm house fire tragically destroyed the home of Jason Vento and his family in Queens, NY.

“In a heroic act, Jason risked his life to save his wife, newborn baby, teenage son, and elderly mother, along with their two dogs and five cats. However, they lost everything they owned, including sentimental possessions accumulated over decades, and, sadly, their five cats.

“Jason, a revered figure in the NYHC (New York City Hardcore) scene, known for his contributions as the guitarist for Warzone and other bands, is not only a passionate musician but also a dedicated father, husband, and caretaker of his family.

“The fire not only claimed their possessions but also left Jason hospitalized with severe burns, smoke inhalation, and carbon monoxide poisoning.

“The Vento Family has been uprooted, now residing in a temporary shelter with uncertain prospects ahead. The financial burden of medical bills, housing, and the need to start anew is overwhelming. They require support to rebuild their lives from scratch, ensuring their most basic needs like food, clothing, and a secure place to live.

“Your contribution, no matter how big or small, will make an immense difference in helping them navigate through this challenging time.

“Thank you all for your support in Jason’s and his family’s time of need.”

So if you’ve got any spare cash and want to help out a musician in need who’s sure to face exorbitant health care costs, feel free to make a donation here.