Daltrey and friends rock the Albert Hall for Teenage Cancer Trust

Written by admin on April 5, 2012 – 10:55 am -

Stars from the world of rock, pop and comedy gathered at the Royal Albert Hall from March 28 to April 3 to perform in support of the Teenage Cancer Trust.

The first gig opened with an acoustic set from the charity’s patron Roger Daltrey, followed by performances from Paul Weller, Kelly Jones, Steve Winwood, Ronnie Wood, and Amy Macdonald. The second night featured a two-hour set from Paul McCartney, who was also joined by Daltrey, Wood and Weller.

Teenage Cancer Trust at Royal Albert Hall

Subsequent gigs were headlined by Example, Pulp, Jessie J, and Florence + the Machine.

Roger Daltrey has shared his thoughts on the concerts and the charity:

“Every year Teenage Cancer Trust at the Royal Albert Hall raises essential funds to support the charity’s work. I am incredibly proud of what we have already achieved and am inspired about what we will accomplish together.

Within these memories of unique collaborations and musical firsts are the faces of the incredible young people I have met. Over the years I have met many young people with cancer and like Teenage Cancer Trust, I believe that they shouldn’t have to stop being teenagers just because they have this disease.

They have helped me understand that they are young people first – cancer patients second and I am always struck by their enthusiasm, positivism and their lust for life.”

Here’s some highlights from the gigs.

“Get Back” – Paul McCartney, Roger Daltrey, Ronnie Wood and Paul Weller