Description
What's Going On – Artists Against AIDS Worldwide Tribute (Audio CD)
Product Information
- UPC: 5099767203651
- Product Type: Charity Tribute Album (Digital Audio/CD)
- Genre: Pop / Dance / Remix
- Language: English
- Format: CD and Digital Download
- Label: Columbia / Playotone
- Release Year: 2001
- Produced By: Executive Producers Leigh Blake and Bono
- Distribution: Sony Music Entertainment (TURKEY) A.Ş. (and affiliated partners)
Overview
"What's Going On" is an all-star tribute album featuring a diverse lineup of international artists united under the banner of Artists Against AIDS Worldwide. This compelling project brings together the voices of pop and R&B icons such as Christina Aguilera, Backstreet Boys, Mary J. Blige, Bono, Destiny's Child, Jennifer Lopez, and many more. The album is a call to action to benefit the United Way's September 11th Fund and to raise awareness about the AIDS pandemic in Africa—a crisis where every minute counts, with one child dying every minute and thousands of new infections each day.
Key Message
The album not only delivers dynamic remixes and powerful performances but also serves as an urgent appeal for compassion and humanitarian support. It underscores the emergency of the AIDS crisis in Africa and encourages listeners to join the "What's Going On" chorus by reaching out to help through advocacy and support.
Product Features
- Star-Studded Lineup: Features contributions from top international artists including Christina Aguilera, Backstreet Boys, Mary J. Blige, Bono, Destiny's Child, Fred Durst, Eve, Perry Farrell, Nelly Furtado, Nona Gaye, Darren Hayes, Ja Rule, Jagged Edge, Alicia Keys, Aaron Lewis, Lil' Kim, Jennifer Lopez, Chris Martin, Pat Monahan, Monica, Nas, Nelly, *NSYNC, P. Diddy, T-Boz & Chilli, Britney Spears, Gwen Stefani, Michael Stipe, Usher, and Scott Weiland.
- Diverse Remixes: Includes various remix versions by influential producers and DJs:
- Charitable Cause: Proceeds benefit the United Way's September 11th Fund and support efforts by Artists Against AIDS Worldwide to combat the AIDS pandemic in Africa.
- Dupree Original Mix
- Fred Durst's Reality Check Mix
- The London Version
- Moby's Version
- The Neptunes "This One's For You" Mix
- Junior Vasquez's Club Mix
- Social Impact: Highlights the urgency of addressing the AIDS crisis, where the album stresses that every minute counts and emphasizes the critical need for immediate global action.
Track Listing
- Dupree Original Mix – Duration: Not Specified
- Fred Durst's Reality Check Mix – Duration: Not Specified
- The London Version – Duration: Not Specified
- Moby's Version – Duration: Not Specified
- The Neptunes "This One's For You" Mix – Duration: Not Specified
- Junior Vasquez's Club Mix – Duration: Not Specified
Note: Track durations are as provided on the album insert. The album features dynamic remix treatments of the titular track "What's Going On."
Interesting Facts
English
- All-Star Collaboration: The tribute unites a broad spectrum of artists from various genres, creating a musical mosaic that transcends borders and celebrates unity in the fight against AIDS.
- Urgent Humanitarian Appeal: The album’s liner notes detail the dire statistics of the AIDS crisis in Africa—highlighting that one child dies every minute and that there are approximately 11,000 new infections per day. Without urgent action, the number of AIDS orphans in Africa could reach 40 million by 2010.
- Call to Action: Listeners are encouraged to join the "What's Going On" chorus by emailing their thoughts on why America and the global community should extend a hand of compassion during these critical times.
- Critical Production: Executive Producers Leigh Blake and Bono played pivotal roles in assembling this project, ensuring that both the musical quality and the humanitarian message resonate with audiences worldwide.
Publishers
Published by Columbia / Playotone and distributed by Sony Music Entertainment and affiliated partners.
For more information and to get involved, please visit www.aaaw.org or contact the designated campaign email at dearpresident@aaaw.org.
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Hashtags
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