Author: Various

Release Date: 27-11-2001

Details: Amazon.ca Less than six weeks after the attack on the World Trade Center, pop, rock, and R&B luminaries gathered at Madison Square Garden to pay tribute to the firefighters, police officers, and rescue workers who stepped to the fore following the catastrophe. The benefit, captured on this two-disc set, consequently has an immediacy and urgency rare among star-studded extravaganzas; the ruins of the twin towers, as well as the passions of the performers and audience, were still smoldering. With Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, and David Bowie digging deep into their oeuvres to resurrect songs appropriate for the occasion (the likes of "Let It Be," "Salt of the Earth," and "Heroes" are truly stirring), and the Who delivering a stunningly urgent three-song set, rock's senior statesmen lead the way. Contributions from Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Destiny's Child, and others flesh out a collection that is never less than inspirational and is frequently inspired. --Steven Stolder Product Description The second incredible concert inspired by the tragic events of September 11, and, like the first, a good portion of the proceeds is going to charity (in this case, The Robin Hood Foundation). Includes performances by Paul McCartney, David Bowie, Mick Jagger with Keith Richards, James Taylor, Elton John and others, including the showstopping appearance by The Who.

UPC: 696998627024

EAN: 0696998627024

Languages: English

Binding: Audio CD

Item Condition: UsedVeryGood