12/12: The Concert of a Lifetime
Introduction
December 12, 2012, or 12/12/12, was a day that many music fans will never forget. It was a day that brought together some of the biggest names in music for a special concert event, known as "12-12-12: The Concert for Sandy Relief." The concert was held at Madison Square Garden in New York City and was organized to raise money for the victims of Hurricane Sandy, which had devastated the East Coast just a few weeks earlier.
The Lineup
The concert featured an incredible lineup of artists, including:
The Rolling Stones
The legendary rock band kicked off the show with a blistering performance of "You Got Me Rocking" and "Miss You."
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
The Boss and his band brought their signature energy to the stage, performing hits like "Land of Hope and Dreams" and "Born to Run."
Roger Waters
The Pink Floyd co-founder delivered a haunting performance of "In the Flesh?" and "The Happiest Days of Our Lives."
Bon Jovi
The New Jersey rockers brought the house down with hits like "It's My Life" and "Livin' on a Prayer."
Eric Clapton
The guitar legend performed a soulful set, including "Layla" and "Crossroads."
The Who
Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey led the legendary British rock band through a blistering set, including "Who Are You" and "Won't Get Fooled Again."
Billy Joel
The Piano Man performed a hit-filled set, including "Miami 2017 (Seen the Lights Go Out on Broadway)" and "Uptown Girl."
Alicia Keys
The R&B superstar brought a touch of elegance to the stage, performing hits like "No One" and "Empire State of Mind."
The Black Keys
The blues-rock duo performed a high-energy set, including "Lonely Boy" and "Gold on the Ceiling."
Chris Martin and Michael Stipe
The Coldplay frontman and the R.E.M. singer teamed up for a haunting performance of "Losing My Religion."
Impact
The 12-12-12 concert raised over $50 million for the Robin Hood Relief Fund, which provided critical support to those affected by Hurricane Sandy. The event was also streamed live on television and online, reaching millions of people around the world.
Conclusion
The 12-12-12 concert was a night to remember, featuring an incredible lineup of artists coming together for a great cause. The event will be remembered for years to come as a testament to the power of music to bring people together and make a difference.
