(RED) and Live Nation have recently announced (RED)NIGHTS, a series of 26 live concerts in the U.S. to combat AIDS in Africa. To kick off the series, (RED)NIGHTS artists Santigold, Gomez, O.A.R., Fall Out Boy, Lisa Hannigan, the Veronicas and the All-American Rejects will turn one of their upcoming concerts (RED). A portion of the proceeds of each show goes directly to the Global Fund.
I believe no person deserves to suffer from a preventable, treatable disease simply because they can’t afford medicine. If bringing awareness to what (RED) is doing helps one person receive antiretroviral treatment and live a healthy life, we have accomplished our goal.†– Marc Roberge of O.A.R
(RED) will present the (RED)NIGHTS concert series at select Live Nation clubs and theaters across the country. (RED) and Live Nation are collaborating to link acclaimed artists with their fans to join the fight against AIDS in Africa. Information about the events already scheduled for the (RED)NIGHTS concert series can be found here.
(RED) was looking to engage more people in its mission…The (RED)NIGHTS series is an innovative concept that combines the power of Live Nation’s live music platform and venues to use people’s passion for music to raise awareness and, ultimately, generate more money to help eliminate AIDS in Africa. – Russell Wallach, President of North American Alliances for Live Nation.
Ultimately, it is the goal of (RED)NIGHTS to build a community—of artists, concertgoers and music fans everywhere—that is passionate about helping to save lives in Africa. A portion of the proceeds of each (RED)NIGHTS concert goes directly to the Global Fund.
The first (RED) Night begins on June 12th with a concert by The Veronicas at New Orleans’ House of Blues, followed by shows from Santigold in Dallas and Katy Perry in New York. For a full list of participating artists and venues and to buy tickets, go here.
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