Paul Rodgers is the latest artist to be added to next month’s Triburte to Ahmet Ertegun Concert at London’s 02 Arena.
Rodgers, who is currently writing and recording a new album with Queen, signed to Ertegun’s Atlantic Records with his bands Bad Company and The Firm, the latter including Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page on guitar.
Announcing the concert on his website, Rodgers said: “Ahmet had many gifts. His soulful freedom to love and lift others was just one. Now even in his passing he is still bringing people together and inspiring us.”
One of the most eagerly awaited concerts of the decade, the show on December 10 will be celebration of the life and work of Ahmet Ertegun, founder of Atlantic Records and mentor for several musicians.
The concert is also set to feature Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings, Foreigner and Paolo Nutini is being held to raise money to pay for education scholarships in the UK, US and Turkey.
The concert is also set to feature Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings, Foreigner and Paolo Nutini is being held to raise money to pay for education scholarships in the UK, US and Turkey.
For more details about the concert – click here for the Led Zeppelin’s official website:www.ledzeppelin.com