David Frangioni, CEO of Modern Drummer and a respected music industry figure, has teamed up with Goldin, the leading collectibles auction house, for a series of exciting upcoming auctions. These auctions will feature drum kits and memorabilia from some of the most renowned drummers in music history, including Steve Smith (Journey), Cozy Powell (Rainbow), Rufus ‘Speedy’ Jones (Duke Ellington, Count Basie), and more. Head into the article below for further details.
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Eddie Vedder, Pete Townsend Celebrating The Who With Benefit For Teen Cancer America In May
The Who guitarist Pete Townsend and co-founder of Teen Cancer America will be teaming up with Evanston, IL native and Pearl Jam frontman Eddie Vedder on May 14, 2015 at the Rosemont Theatre.
Money raised from this show will be used to support programs for teenagers and young adults with cancer at the University of Chicago Medicine along with other local children’s charities.
For over 15 years, The Who bandmembers have been patrons of the successful U.K. charity Teenage Cancer Trust. Through their efforts, the rock group has raised millions of dollars through performances and special events. In 2012, Roger Daltrey and Townshend established Teen Cancer America to replicate their work in this country. Townshend has chosen Chicago as the city to host this very special fundraising performance. Vedder, who has supported teen cancer fundraising efforts by accompanying The Who in various performances, will step up once again to help make this a night to remember.
Townshend and Vedder will be accompanied by Zak Starkey (drums), Simon Townshend (guitar), Pino Palladino (bass), John Corey (keyboards), Loren Gold (keyboards) and Frank Simes (keyboards).