Tuesday, May 15, 2007

2007 NXNE White Ribbon Benefit Concert.


What happens when a bunch of big name musicians donate their creativity to a common cause; surprising fans as they pair up in unique and unexpected partnerships to cover their favourite Neil Young songs?

We all come one step closer to ending men's violence against women in all its forms.

The North By North east 2007 Benefit Concert

Fact: The NXNE White Ribbon Concert has been a highlight of the NXNE festival for close to a decade.

Initially hosted by The Tragically Hip, Jeff Martin of the Tea Party became the driving force of the event in its sophomore year. Joining Jeff has been an incredible roster of including which has included the talents of Bruce Cockburn, Gordie Johnson, Daniel Greaves, Ian Thornley, Holly McNarland, David Usher and Jim Cuddy, and many others.

The North by Northeast Music & Film Festival and Conference and the White Ribbon Campaign have joined forces once again and are proud to present the 9th Annual White Ribbon Benefit Concert taking place Tuesday June 5th, 2007 at Toronto's Phoenix Concert Theatre.

Hosted by Jian Ghomeshi of CBC Radio, confirmed artists include:

LUKE DOUCET
JUSTIN RUTLEDGE
RON SEXSMITH

And many many more ...

Tickets available through Ticketmaster ONLINE at www.ticketmaster.ca or by calling 416-870-8000.

The White Ribbon Campaign invites you get involved with a much talked about and long existing issue and help to prevent future violence against women.

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