Coldplay, and The Killers to play joint gig in aid of War Child

registration for tickets begins tomorrow

news: Thursday 29th January 2009

Coldplay, and The Killers have announced that they will both be playing at an intimate gig, in aid of the charity War Child, for 2,000 fans at London's O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on Wednesday 18th February.

Coldplay (Pyramid Stage, Saturday)
The night celebrates the 15th Anniversary of War Child, the charity that helps to change the lives of children in some of the world's most dangerous war zones. The event will follow both bands' attendance at that evening's Brit Awards. The evening will also mark the forthcoming release of the charity's new album 'Heroes' (released on Monday 16th Feburary).

Tickets for the event will be priced at £50 and will be available via a lottery system. To enter the lottery, fans will need to register their details when registration commences at 9am tomorrow (Friday 30th January), and eGigs will have the link for you to register available then.

Registration will close at 5pm on Tuesday 3rd February and those who have won the chance to purchase tickets will be notified by Friday 6th February. Please note concert attendees must to be 18 years or older.

All proceeds from the event will go to War Child. For more information see the War Child website.

The Killers

article by: Scott Williams

photos by: Luke Seagrave

published: 29/01/2009 15:39



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