Traveling the Green Way

Millions of eco-conscious music lovers worldwide are expected to experience Live Earth India coming up on December 7/08.

“Live Earth India will highlight personal and policy solutions to the climate crisis, offer support for India’s important environmental issues and causes, and provide a platform for India to solidify its leadership role on climate issues,” says Live Earth India.  Organizers say the event will raise money for solar energy projects.

This global “green” concert will feature collaborations of western and Indian artists, musical genres from Indian hip-hop to American rock and messages from former U.S. Vice President Al Gore and others.

Performers will include Bon Jovi, spokesperson and actor Amitabh Bachchan, Roger Waters, Will.I.Am, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Anoushka Shankar and more.

“Live Earth’s mission is to leverage the power of music and entertainment to focus the world’s attention on the most pressing environmental issues of our time and then actively affect change,” says Kevin Wall, Live Earth founder.

“The addition of these celebrated and influential artists will increase the force of our event and shine a spotlight on the challenges and opportunities surrounding climate change issues in India.”

Music fans in India can purchase tickets online at www.bookmyshow.com/liveearthindia; via phone on 39895050 and at the stores Rhythm House (South Mumbai), Hiro Music (Bandra) and Music World (Malad).   Concert tickets cost Rs. 625, Rs. 1250 and Rs. 2500.

The concert will reach millions of viewers worldwide on STAR’s channels across Asia and beyond: STAR PLUS in India; STAR WORLD in South East Asia, Hong Kong and India; and CHANNEL[V] in India.

International online music fans will be able to experience Live Earth India on MSN at www.msnindia.com/liveearth.

Image courtesy of Live Earth India