The US rocker performed a solo set and joined in a mass singalong of Neil Young's classic hit "Rockin' in the Free World" with other artists including British indie group Maximo Park and solo artists Gaz Coombes and Frank Turner. "What is happening here is one of the most beautiful things you could ever ask for," the 44-year-old singer told the audience. A ceremony took place outside the Bataclan, where 90 people were slain by three Islamic State attackers during a rock gig. The names of those killed at the Bataclan were read out as hundreds of people gathered in silence under rainy skies. Rock star Sting reopened the refurbished Bataclan on Saturday night with an emotionally-charged show held amid tight security.

Source: The Nation Bangkok November 16, 2016 01:27 UTC