Trevor Horn, al 25 jaar een topproducer.

Dat is weer een naam waar de meesten van onder de 20 nog nooit van hebben gehoord. De fans gillen nu 'Grace Jones!' en 'Propaganda!'. Trevor Horn zit dus 25 jaar in het vak, en dat gaat niet geruisloos voorbij. Het jaarlijkse concert van The Prince's Trust staat geheel in het teken van Trevor Horn en bestaat uit optredens van door hem geproduceerde acts. Enfin, in het onderstaande stuk staat wat info. De organisatoren zijn bang voor Grace Jones (wie is er niet bang voor haar), dus zij zal waarschijnlijk niet optreden.

http://www.princes-trust.org.uk/

Artists announced for 'PRODUCED BY TREVOR HORN,
a concert for The Prince's Trust'

Details of 'Produced by Trevor Horn, a concert for The Prince's Trust' were announced today. The star-studded concert, celebrating Trevor Horn's 25 years as one of the world's most successful music producers, takes place on Thursday 11 November at Wembley Arena. The venue is supporting the event as part of its affiliation with the youth charity for 2004. The artist line-up will reflect Trevor's hit-making career and so far confirmed are: ABC, Art of Noise, Belle & Sebastian, Lisa Stansfield, Pet Shop Boys, Propaganda, Seal and Yes: an incredible mix of artists together on one night, on one stage for one man. To mark this landmark event, Trevor Horn will perform with the other original members of Buggles, the first time the band have ever played live.

Trevor Horn's groundbreaking musical career reads like a 'who's who' of popular music. Starting with his own band, Buggles and the legendary global hit, 'Video Killed The Radio Star', he then joined Yes, first as band member, then Producer. His production career has continued with artists such as Frankie Goes to Hollywood, ABC, Godley & Creme, Paul McCartney, Seal, Simple Minds, Lisa Stansfield, Rod Stewart, Tatu and the list goes on and on. He is the only producer to ever have simultaneous number one records in both the UK and the USA with two different acts, Owner of a Lonely Heart with Yes and Relax with FGTH. His musical genius has created countless worldwide hits and in the process, played a hugely influential role in shaping many artists careers.

The Wembley concert 'Produced by Trevor Horn, a concert for The Prince's Trust', will bring together many of the musicians who have worked with Trevor and who now take this opportunity to pay tribute to his talent. The concert for The Prince's Trust aims to raise a substantial sum for the youth charity. Trevor Horn, commented: 'I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work again with some of the world's greatest talent, helping young people who just need a second chance. As we are fortunate enough to have such an array of hits to choose from we will make 11 November 2004 an exceptional evening for everyone to remember.'

Prince's Trust website: www.princes-trust.org.uk
Trevor Horn website: www.trevorhorn.com

The Prince's Trust exists to help young people to overcome their barriers and get their lives working. Through practical support including training, mentoring and financial assistance, it helps 14-30 year-olds to realise their potential and transform their lives. The Trust focuses its efforts on young people who have struggled at school, have been in care, are long-term unemployed or have been in trouble with the law. Since the charity was founded by HRH The Prince of Wales in 1976, it has helped nearly half a million young people. For more information on The Prince's Trust go to www.princes-trust.org.uk or call 0800 842 842.

Hans Schiffers zal vanmiddag op Radio 2 een interview hebben met Trevor Horn naar aanleiding van het concert dat vanavond in Wembley Arena plaats zal vinden. Ergens tussen 15 en 17 uur zal dit telefonische gesprek te horen zijn.

Ik reken er wel op dat er een DVD komt van het concert.

Nog een stukje over Trevor Horn op de website van de BBC.