The Prince’s Trust Rock Gala 2010 and the exclusive 3D broadcast premiere of Bon Jovi’s new music video, “What Do You Got,” will be broadcast in 3D on Christmas day exclusively in the U.S. on DirecTV’s 3D channel, n3D, powered by Panasonic (channel 103).
Throughout the holiday season, n3D, available at no extra cost to DirecTV HiDef customers with a 3D TV, will also air “Macy’s Presents Jessica Simpson: Happy Christmas Special.”
The two-part Prince’s Trust Rock Gala concert series, shot at the Royal Albert Hall in London, England, on Nov. 17, will debut Sunday (Dec. 19) on Britain’s Sky 3D before premiering in the U.S. at 8 p.m. ET/PT Dec. 25 on n3D. The 2D version will be available on DirecTV’s the 101 Network beginning Dec. 31.
The annual charity event that brings music legends together to support young people in the U.K. features performances by Queen’s Brian May and Roger Taylor with Keane’s frontman Tom Chaplin, and Alison Moyet singing with Jamie Cullum.
Classic hits like “Heat Wave” and “Can’t Buy Me Love” are performed by Phil Collins; “Rocking Chair” and “Same Old Blues” performed by Eric Clapton; and “Days of our Lives” and “We Will Rock You” by Queen.
Other performers are Tom Jones, Paolo Nutini, Jools Holland, Mark King, psychedelic rockers Status Quo, Paloma Faith, James “Midge” Ure, Tom Chaplin and more.
“This is a phenomenal opportunity to see a variety of A-list musicians performing together for a great cause,” said Chris Long, senior vice president of DirecTV Entertainment. “The stunning scenery of London’s Royal Albert Hall combined with the robust list of musical performances, all produced with the latest technology, makes this a 3D event that can’t be missed.”
The Bon Jovi feature will also include behind-the-scenes footage and an interview with Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora, which was filmed by AEG LIVE at the Best Buy Theater in New York City.
n3D is currently offering a variety of 3D music programming, including the exclusive, original series Guitar Center Sessions, which is now featuring intimate, acoustic performances by Peter Gabriel, Jane’s Addiction, Buddy Guy and The Cult.
In addition to exclusive 3D coverage of special events such as the 2010 MLB All-Star Game and the 2010 U.S. Open Tennis Championship, n3D customers also have access to exclusive, original 3D programming such as Guy’s Big Bite in 3D and Guitar Center Sessions. n3D and DirecTV Cinema’s 3D offerings are all powered by Panasonic.
— By Scott Hettrick