A star tribute concert honoring the late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins airs next month on Paramount’s streaming and linear platforms.
The Taylor Hawkins tribute concert on September 3 at London’s Wembley Stadium will be broadcast live on Paramount+ (US), Pluto TV (international) and MTV’s YouTube channels (global) on Saturday, September 3 at 11:30 am ET.
The entire show will also be available on-demand worldwide on Paramount+ starting Saturday, September 3rd and on Pluto TV and MTV VOD starting the week of September 5th.
Additionally, CBS will air a special one-hour show from 10 pm to 11 pm ET on September 3. And MTV will air a one-hour special on its channels around the world, starting in Latin America on September 3 and in other international territories on September 4, followed by an extended two-hour compilation that will air worldwide. . In September.
“Music is a powerful connector, and we are honored to celebrate Taylor Hawkins’ enduring legacy by combining Paramount’s portfolio of brands and assets to create even deeper connections with his global fans,” said Bob Bakish, CEO of Paramount. “From the broad mix of platforms to the universal strength of our brands, Paramount is uniquely positioned to maximize the reach and impact of its content around the world, and we look forward to sharing these important music experiences with audiences at all points of view. contact” .
The tribute to the Foo Fighters drummer, who died in March at age 50, will feature performances by Travis Barker, Stuart Copeland, Josh Freese, Liam Gallagher, Violet Grohl, Justin and Shane Hawkins, Josh Homme and Chrissy Hyde. , John Paul Jones, Kesha, Geddy Lee, Brian May, Krist Novoselic, Nile Rodgers, Mark Ronson, Supergrass, Lars Ulrich and Wolfgang Van Halen and more. The event will also feature guest appearances by Dave Chappelle and Chris Rock.
Bruce Gilmer, President of Music, Music Talent, Programming and Events at Paramount and Chief Content Officer for Paramount+, said: “Taylor was not only an amazing drummer and musician, but one of the most passionate music fans in the world. His infectious energy and unique talent will live on through his vast body of work. Along with the Foo Fighters and the Hawkins family, we look forward to using Paramount’s global reach to showcase Taylor’s global impact through this special holiday show to audiences around the world.”
Tickets and merchandise sales at the show will benefit Music Support and MusiCares, the Hawkins family’s preferred charities.
The concert is directed by Joel Galen and produced by Emer Patten for EP-PIC Films & Creative.
A second concert in honor of Hawkins will be held on September 27 at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles.
More information about both programs is available here.
Source: Hollywood Reporter
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