I won’t get into a long diatribe about the ongoing turmoil in Iran. There’s enough coverage of that going on from sources that are much more credible/knowledgeable on the subject than I am.

That being said, there are two reasons I’m posting this. First off, I’m a huge fan of Bon Jovi – his music is a cornerstone of my more pleasant childhood memories. Second, I like to draw attention to specific examples of social media / new media being used to support a cause.

Here’s an excerpt from the TV Guide article:

Earlier this week, Bon Jovi and bandmate Richie Sambora recorded a version of Ben E. King’s classic “Stand by Me” with Iranian superstar Andy Madadian. Their mission: to send a message of global solidarity to the people of Iran who are caught in the midst of debate and protest over the country’s recent election.

And here’s the video:

Sources:
Bon Jovi – “Stand by Me” for Iranian People (TV Guide)
Andy and Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora (YouTube)