(MENAFN Editorial) iCrowdNewswire - Dec 1, 2017
LONDON,—
Today, Shell and a band of international stars are unveiling a unique new music video which spotlights a diverse range of clean energy initiatives across the world.
Five global music artists unite in #makethefuture music video showcasing clean energy initiatives (PRNewsfoto/Shell) Shell Unveils New Music Video Featuring Oscar-Winner Jennifer Hudson and Chart-Topper Pixie Lott
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‘On Top of the World‘features five global music artists - including Oscar-winnerJennifer Hudsonand British songstress Pixie Lott - and uses cutting-edge custom animation to help each star demonstrate the impact of clean energy projects supported by Shell around the world, includingBrazil,China, the US,Kenya,India,Germanyand the UK.
The video showcases both ‘bright energy ideas' created by entrepreneurs supported by #makethefuture campaign, and some projects from Shell and its partners to create more and cleaner energy solutions, including:
‘On Top of the World‘is the latest chapter in the #makethefuture global energy relay, that began in 2016 with the launch of the ‘Best Day ofMy Life‘music video, which subsequently topped viral video charts and became one of the most viewed online videos of the year.
Oscar-winnerJennifer Hudson, British songstressPixie Lott, Brazilian chart-topperLuan Santanaand Nigerian artistYemi Aladereunite, and are joined by Indian talentMonali Thakurto cover the Imagine Dragons' hit ‘On Top of the World'.
Malena Cutuli, Global Head of Integrated Brand Communications at Shell said: "Music is a universal language and, by tapping into our passion for it with this stellar line up of artists, we can spark a global conversation around access to cleaner energy in an engaging way."
"Addressing future energy challenges demands collaboration between and among business, communities, entrepreneurs, influencers and citizens - it is the key to unlocking more and cleaner energy solutions."
Jennifer Hudsonsaid, "As a performer, it's really exciting to be able to lend my voice to inspire future generations. I am proud to be collaborating with Shell #makethefuture, to encourage people to learn more about the potential of new clean energy solutions."
The music video launches today here:, and is accompanied by a suite of "Energy Explainer" films for people to find out more about each of the initiatives.
To find out more about this and other #makethefuture projects, please visit.
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