Concert 2003
The “Come Together” concert in 2003 aimed to raise awareness and funds for AIDS stricken children and young people in Africa. Senegalese Grammy winner mega star Youssou N’dour performed alongside Norwegian musicians such as Erik Bye, Lynnie Treekrem, Cheb Hosine, Toneo Blesdin (also known as Dennis Otone) and Ole Ask.
The event was in collaboration with Snøhetta, Nordisk Film, Scandic Hotels , Purr Productions, Pluss-Landsforeningen mot Aids, The South African Embassy , Kirkens Nødhjelp,Sannes Eiendom , Peppes Pizza and Real.
Youssou’N Dour - 7 seconds ft. Neneh Cherry
Youssou ’N Dour is a Senegalese Grammy winning artist, businessman and politician. Described as “perhaps the most famous singer alive in Senegal”, he has helped develop Senegalese music and brought it to the world stage. He is best known for his song “7 Seconds”, and his African pop style, which went on to influence artists such as Peter Gabriel and Paul Simon.
At Come Together 2003 in Oslo Norway
At Come Together 2003 back stage
Youssou ’N Dour is a Senegalese Grammy winning artist, businessman and politician. Described as “perhaps the most famous singer alive in Senegal”, he has helped develop Senegalese music and brought it to the world stage. He is best known for his song “7 Seconds”, and his African pop style, which went on to influence artists such as Peter Gabriel and Paul Simon.