Musician, activist and entrepreneur. Has written and recorded with The Boomtown Rats and as a solo artist. Has been involved with Africa for 25 years, starting with Band Aid & Live Aid in the 1980s which raised US$ 150 million. 2005, organized Live8, to put pressure on G8 leaders who then made many significant poverty alleviation pledges. Member, Africa Progress Panel. Chairman, 8 Miles, Africa focused investment fund. Works closely with ONE, campaign and advocacy organization. Various media and technology business projects, including Founder and Director, Ten Alps, the UK's largest independent factual television production company. Recipient of many music awards.