The Rock Against War marks Iraq anniversary in Ak

The Rock Against War marks Iraq anniversary in Auckland

Martyn 'Bomber' Bradbury, Chris Knox and Nandor Tancos are among the many community leaders and musicians lending their services to The Rock Against War this Friday - upstairs at the Bluestone Room on Durham Lane from 7pm.

The event marks four years since the US-led illegal invasion of Iraq, during which time there has been an estimated 655,000* Iraqi civilian casualties.

"It's as much about raising awareness as it is about raising money," says Rock Against War organiser and seasoned anti-war protestor Ryan Sproull. "New Zealand is small and remote, but Kiwis are decent people, and whatever influence we can have for a fairer world will require people getting together. So they're getting together for this. And, you know, music."

Local musicians Chris Knox, Body Corporate, Cerveza and Captain Hammer & the Gold Stars will perform live sets at the event, and Green Party MP Nandor Tanczos will speak, along with well-versed media terrorist Martyn 'Bomber' Bradbury.

Bomber says: "It's time New Zealanders remember their New Zealand history – we are known internationally for being champions of human rights, our apathy towards Iraq has to stop now."

All proceeds from the suggested $5 entry fee will go to charities in Iraq and Afghanistan, and there will be opportunities at the venue to sign up for mailing lists if people are interested in being involved in future social-justice efforts.

Principle sponsors: The Bluestone Room and Auckland University Students Association
Special thanks to: Fleet FM, bFM and Craccum magazine.

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