Moby [ tickets ] is stepping up to fight domestic violence in California, according to a statement posted at his Facebook page. The New York City-based musician, who is an advocate for various causes, said that, in light of California's decision to slash its domestic violence budget, he will donate his performance fees from upcoming shows in Los Angeles and San Francisco.

"I was just reading in the New York Times that California is cutting all state funding to its domestic violence program," he wrote. "As a result I would like to donate my fees from my upcoming shows in LA and San Francisco to domestic violence programs in California. I don't know anyone who works on domestic violence shelters and prevention in California, so if you know anyone please put them in touch with def, my management."

Moby's management company can be reached via its website.