Tommy Tallarico and Clear Channel Music Group have announced Video Games Live, a series of game music-themed concerts across the US. In addition to Tallarico, who has composed the soundtracks of Earthworm Jim and Advent Rising, Jade Empire and Splinter Cell composer Jack Wall is acting as a key figure behind the project. The tour will begin on July 6th at the Hollywood Bowl. Songs to be performed at the various concerts will include music from Final Fantasy, Metal Gear Solid, Legend of Zelda and Halo, but also tracks from older games such as Donkey Kong and Pong.

In addition to performances by orchestras and choirs, the various events will also feature laser shows and live demonstration of gameplay footage.

• GameSpot