Robbie Robertson's upcoming album, Sinematic, was inspired by the music he wrote for Martin Scorsese's new film, The Irishman.
A list of stars turned out for a five-hour tribute to legendary Mohawk musician Robbie Robertson in Los Angeles last week including Eric Clapton and Van Morrison. Proceeds from the event will help a Haudenosaunee cultural centre.A recent tribute concert for Robbie Robertson in Los Angeles will benefit the Woodland Cultural Centre in Brantford, Ont.
"I think it's so important, you know, that still after Robbie's passing, he's still contributing to our art scene and he's still building our people up," Staats said.Heather George, the centre's executive director, said receiving funds from the tribute was a testament to the importance of the centre nationally and internationally.
George said Robertson's long term commitment to the centre highlights the importance of spaces for artists to grow and thrive, adding the centre even houses one of the Junos Robertson won during his career.
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