Liverpool legends back together for charity gig

by Karl Walderman. Published Thu 05 Mar 2009 09:34

Macca and Ringo to perform in New York

The two remaining Beatles Sir Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr are getting back together for a one off charity gig in New York.

The concert is for the David Lynch Foundation which teaches at risk children to meditate in a bid to overcome stress and violence and create peace in their life.

Appearing with the Liverpool duo is a star studded line up including Moby, Donovan, Sheryl Crow, Ben Harper, and Pearl Jam vocalist Eddie Vedder.

The 'Change Begins Within' charity gig will be played at New York's Radio City Music Hall on April 4th.

Speaking to the Rolling Stone magazine Macca said: "In moments of madness, meditation has helped me find moments of serenity.

"I would like to think that it would help provide children a quiet haven in a not-so-quiet world."

Ringo added: "It gives me great pleasure to be part of the evening.

"I feel the aims of this charity are wonderful!"

The Beatles famously journeyed to India in the 60's along with Donovan to study meditation with the world renowned Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.

No announcement has been made whether McCartney and Starr will perform together but insiders believe they will play at least one of their Fab Four hits.

Tickets for the 'Change Begins Within' concert go on sale from March 9th.