Chris De Burgh “Lady in…black”?
Posted on November 27, 2007
Filed Under Middle East
Ha!
Report: Islamic Iran might approve Chris de Burgh concert in Tehran
Tehran - Islamic Iran might for the first time approve a concert of a Western pop artist in Tehran, the weekly magazine 40- Cheraq reported in its latest issue published Tuesday. The music department of the Culture Ministry, which is in charge of issuing permission for music releases and concerts, has principally approved the presence of Irish pop singer Chris de Burgh in Tehran and is currently evaluating a date and venue for a concert.
The Irishman and the Iranian band Arian recorded the song A Melody for Peace, which is supposed to reflect the “peace-loving Iranian spirit to the people of the world,” according to the Iranian press.
Wonderful!
Remember the times of apartheid in South Africa? Remember the concert in Sun City that was boycotted by so many musicians? Remember the slander that was received by the band “Status Quo” for performing there despite the calls for boycott?
I wonder if someone is going to give Chris de Burgh the same attitude, but I shouldn’t hold my breath, should I?
I think Chris de Burgh is a definite candidate for the “Dhimmi Of The Year” award in music.
Comments
Leave a Reply
