INDIA TO HOST 2008 LIVE EARTH EVENT
TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR CLIMATE IN CRISIS
UPDATE November 20: Live Earth India Line-Up Announced
Al Gore, Dr. R.K. Pachauri, Amitabh Bachchan, Jon Bon Jovi, and Kevin Wall
Announce “Live Earth India” December 7, 2008, in Mumbai, India
Mumbai, India (September 18, 2008) – On December 7, 2008, Live Earth India, this year’s concert for a climate in crisis, will feature world-renowned musicians and performers, environmental advocates and celebrities from India, the U.S. and all over the globe. Live Earth India will feature personal and policy solutions to the climate crisis, offer support for India’s most important environmental issues and causes, and provide a platform so India can continue its global climate leadership.
Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, who participated in the press announcement live via satellite, said India should lead the world by committing to produce all of its new energy in the electricity sector from clean and renewable sources within the next 10 years. Beneficiaries of Live Earth India include TERI’s Light A Billion Lives campaign and Climate Project India, which are dedicated to promoting awareness and finding solutions to current climate situations while alleviating poverty. Along with Mr. Gore, Indian environmental leader Dr. R. K. Pachauri, actor and Live Earth India spokesperson Amitabh Bachchan, and Jon Bon Jovi, lead singer of Live Earth India western headliner Bon Jovi, all joined Executive Producer and Live Earth founder Kevin Wall for today’s important announcement.
Also in attendance were Sabbas Joseph from WizCraft Entertainment and representatives from TERI and Project Climate India. In a surprise announcement Kevin Wall disclosed that the Creative Director for Live Earth India was none other than acclaimed Indian film director and producer Shekhar Kapur. Live Earth India is coming to Andheri Sports Complex in Mumbai, India, December 7, 2008.
“Live Earth’s mission is to cultivate grassroots and worldwide awareness of and solutions for environmental issues that affect us all. Awareness activates change and important issues deserve a global platform,” said Kevin Wall, founder of Live Earth. “That’s why the stage for Live Earth India will host some of the biggest artists from India to the U.S. and beyond, while we bring India to the world. And the world has a lot to learn from traditional Indian culture about sustainability.”
“India will be among the leading powers of the global economy in the coming decades,” said former Vice President Al Gore. “As a democracy that is looked up to by many nations, especially for its commitment to inclusive growth for its diverse peoples, India has a major role to play in leadership by example for the climate crisis and sustainable development. Kevin and I are honored to bring Live Earth to India.”
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September 19th, 2008 at 9:20 pm
Hi I am from New Delhi, India.I want to do my part and contribute for this cause and want to help and participate in any manner for this 7th December concert in Mumbai. Advice and give direction.
September 19th, 2008 at 11:52 pm
How can tickets be purchased for Live Earth concert in Mumbai scheduled for December 2008?
September 24th, 2008 at 6:19 am
HELLO…
Where can i buy ticktes for Live Earth concert in Mumbai in December 2008?
September 24th, 2008 at 12:06 pm
very nice I am big time fan of Bon jovi
Moved to US for my love of Bon jovi
Will def attend live earth in the city I grew up
Amit
September 24th, 2008 at 7:35 pm
thankes
September 27th, 2008 at 3:05 am
Hi,
can u let me know where i could get the tickets for the live earth concert??
September 30th, 2008 at 9:13 pm
yea..me too..would definitely love to attend the concert….where wud i get the tickets??
October 4th, 2008 at 2:00 am
dear sir,
please give inform me on how i can attend the live earth india program.
October 4th, 2008 at 4:45 am
Hey, where can I get the tix for the Bon Jovi concert? Can’t wait! Been waiting to see them since 1992 and they are finally coming to INDIA!
October 5th, 2008 at 5:52 am
I AM THE ADMINISTRATOR OF A GROWING GROUP DEDICATED TO THE REMOVAL OF CITY DUMPS GLOBALLY.
WE ARE INTERESTED IN HAVING OUR ALREADY ENTHUSIASTIC MEMBERS VIEW THE CONCERT IN AN ORGANISED VENUE. IT WOULD BE OUR FIRST ATTEMPT AND WE WOULD REALLY APPRECIATE ANY INFORMATION OR ASSISTANCE YOU CAN PASS ON TO US.
REGARDS
ABEGAIL
October 5th, 2008 at 7:07 am
Hi… I also want to help out with the preparation..if needed… And where do i get the tickets from ? Thanks
October 7th, 2008 at 1:55 am
Hi,
I don’t know whether it has been mentioned anywhere or not but is Jon Bon Jovi coming to India for the concert or was he just part of the announcement?
Thanks,
Kash
October 7th, 2008 at 7:21 am
You can probably purchase tickets from Wizcraft entertainment, who are the event managers, but they’re not available as of now, alternatively please check bonjovi.com regularly as well..Cheers!!!!
October 7th, 2008 at 11:44 am
ROGER WATERS TO PLAY PLEASE?
October 7th, 2008 at 9:28 pm
heyy…im sooo excited about the live earth concert in India…mainly cos i proud that my country is supporting such an important event to create awareness and create change in the world today for the greater good…what better way to do it than music…awesome man…rock on…!!how do i purchase tickets and be a part of history in the making….?
October 9th, 2008 at 6:34 am
Hi,
Its nice to see everybody wants to be a part of such an event and i am no exception.
So whoever finds the details of this concept please inform us.
October 11th, 2008 at 6:38 am
heyyy itz so cool!! culd u plzz tell us whre wuld v get the tickets from?!?
October 11th, 2008 at 10:51 pm
Hello,
Wanted to know about tickets for Bon Jovi concert,
specifically:
1)Prices
2)Dates for purchase
3)Venue for ticket purchase
Thanks a lot.
October 13th, 2008 at 10:52 pm
Where will i get the tickets for the concert ?
October 15th, 2008 at 6:28 am
Has anyone actually got a reply as to how to purchase tickets for the event (n how much/where)??? Any details of how long Bon Jovi will be on stage???
October 20th, 2008 at 1:06 am
Hi
I need details on the concert.
WHere is the concert being held.
Who all are performing
what is the price of the ticket.
Thanks
Madhu
October 23rd, 2008 at 3:07 am
hi… may i please know how will i book the ticket and is it dispatch..
October 26th, 2008 at 1:20 pm
i’d love to help our planet
i’d like to know more on tickets, events etc. etc.
October 28th, 2008 at 4:18 am
I’ll come if I’m allowed to bring in my camera.
October 31st, 2008 at 11:46 pm
How do i get tickets for the concert ?
November 1st, 2008 at 10:43 pm
Can you update the site on which famous bands are confirmed to perform on 7th Dec 2008
November 6th, 2008 at 7:24 pm
hii… I’m trying to come for the show.. I Live in Sri Lanka and Bon Jovi’s my fav Band of all time … Finally, there’s a chance to experience a Live Bon Jovi Performance
November 7th, 2008 at 9:06 am
can someone pls tell me where to get the tickets from…its not anywhere
November 7th, 2008 at 9:21 pm
want tickets! visit the Tommy Hilfiger flaship store in your city, fill in an entry form with your your eco-tip, you could get free VIP access pass for the concert. more information on the contest is available at Tommy Hilfiger Flagship stores. hope this tip is good enough.
November 9th, 2008 at 7:47 am
I checked with Wizcraft Entertainment, they mentioned that tickets are not on sale as yet for the concert, it will be a well publicised event, guess we all just have to wait..
November 10th, 2008 at 8:12 am
Hello,
Wanted to know about tickets for Bon Jovi concert,
specifically:
1)Prices
2)Dates for purchase
3)Venue for ticket purcha
November 11th, 2008 at 3:41 am
Hi…..
Its great to know that BON JOVI is coming to rock Mumbai after 13 years…..
And definitely i am going to make it to mumbai once again just for my JON BON JOVI…..
Can u plz confirm whether they are really coming and tell me from where do i get the tickets…
i need to know it as i am coming from guwahati…..
Hope to see u all guys rocking………
November 11th, 2008 at 3:05 pm
Hi, Please let me know where do I get the tickets for the show.
November 12th, 2008 at 11:33 am
There will be an official announcement regarding ticket sales and artist info in the coming days. Thanks for your patience!
November 12th, 2008 at 8:12 pm
the members of Emergency Management Committee of Federation of Senior Citizens Organization Maharashtra are already working for the cause of global warming in maharashtra. they will like to participate in the international conference with regards to there role in
helping to reduce the effect of global warming and hense the request to participate.
November 13th, 2008 at 1:48 am
hey can nybody let me know when do the sales of ticket start…i wud love to do my share of work for this noble cause..i heard this conecert is gng to be held in andheri sports complex coz if thts the thing then man it sure is gonna rock..
November 13th, 2008 at 8:27 pm
I don’t understand how such a loud and power-consuming concert is going to help India’s efforts to curb global warming.
Are they going to use solar energy to power the concert? Can the organizers tell the amount of power to be used for the concert? What exactly is the decibel-level of the concert? Are stars like Beyonce the epitome of green lifestyle that is required to save the planet?
Youngsters think about all these before you buy tickets.
November 14th, 2008 at 12:40 am
the ticket sale will start soon on http://www.bookmyshow.com keep checking the website..
November 14th, 2008 at 10:14 am
In response to Raj (entry #36). The thoughts of Raj are valued and understood. Solar powered band equipment would be stellar. On the other hand the world awareness that is presented through Live Earth will help facilitate people to change and live their lives more consciously. Thanks to everyone for making our planet a priority and improving the lives of generations to come.
November 15th, 2008 at 6:11 am
Hi….Im really glad that India is participating in the Live Earth Event this year. Would really love to volunteer for this movement.Please let me know if i can be of some help…Thank u
November 16th, 2008 at 7:37 am
I am from Gau Urja Pvt Ltd. we are in the business of turning garbage to electicity. We hve a bio-gas Plant near Bombay. Would like to know how we can participate in the 8th december event. How to put accross to those who need to know abt Bio-gas and other renewable energy solutions which we are in the business of. Reply if we can join the december event in any way. Who to contact?. rgds A.Bharwani
November 17th, 2008 at 10:05 am
hi there;;
i’m really excited than india(mumbai) is hosting live earth ‘08;;
in present milieu it’s really great to bring som change in peoples life through
these shows;
al gore and other progenitors of this event are doing really a excellent job
what about tickets,venue,prices etc;;
please let me know
November 17th, 2008 at 11:01 am
Bon Jovi is alrite….
but are der any rock artist to perform der???
nd wer r we gonna get da tickets frm???
Heard sum newzz dat FUGAZI is comin to mumbai…
i ll b surely attendin dis concert….
November 18th, 2008 at 4:42 pm
where can I by tickets to the concert. what’s the website????
pllleeese answer!!!!!
November 19th, 2008 at 8:39 pm
bon jovi a chile please!!
November 21st, 2008 at 5:40 am
1)how long is gonna be roger waters on stage…??
2)wat time is going to be his performance…??
3)forget the tickets..!! any backstage passes…?? pls, ill pay watever to meet roger waters..! :p
November 24th, 2008 at 3:44 am
http://www.bookmyshow.com/liveearthindia/
Tickets on sale here
November 24th, 2008 at 11:24 pm
Please bring Roger Waters. Wat an occassion…
November 30th, 2008 at 7:24 am
hi,
after the recent events in mumbai, is the event stillscheduled?
does anyone has any updates?
December 6th, 2008 at 3:34 am
we want this event to be held in india this year . terrorists ki aisi ki taisi