2012/11/15

Roger Waters honoured at IAVA Sixth Annual Heroes Gala

 November 13, 2012. Roger Waters was honoured as recipient of the IAVA 2012 Artistic Leadership Award at IAVA's Sixth Annual Heroes Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street, New York City.

"Roger Waters’ achievements as a songwriter and live performer have spanned over four decades and have established him as a major force and influence in the progress and development of popular music. He was a founding member of the multi-platinum rock band Pink Floyd, serving as bassist and co-lead vocalist. Mr. Waters’ “Fallen Loved Ones” project was an integral part of his recently completed record-breaking “The Wall” tour, making him an important advocate and valued friend to the veterans community."
"...Roger Waters accepted our inaugural Artistic Leadership Award and closed the evening with a breathtaking acoustic performance, accompanied by the legendary G.E. Smith. You can check out all the photos here." iava.org


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NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 13: Veteran Aaron Mankin (R) presents the 2012 Artistic Leadership award to musician Roger Waters at IAVA's Sixth Annual Heroes Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on November 13, 2012 in New York City. (Photo by Ben Gabbe/Getty Images for IAVA)


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NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 13: Musician Roger Waters speaks at IAVA's Sixth Annual Heroes Gala at Cipriani 42nd Street on November 13, 2012 in New York City. (Photo by Ben Gabbe/Getty Images for IAVA)


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Photo by Ben Gabbe/Getty Images for IAVA



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Photo by Ben Gabbe/Getty Images for IAVA


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Photo by Fernando Leon/Getty Images for IAVA











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