Rockers get behind Obama

Updated 15.07 Tue Apr 29 2008

Keywords: barack obama, andy fraser, roger waters, pink floyd

Pink Floyd founder Roger Waters has revealed his support for US Presidential candidate Barack Obama.

According to a website, Waters released an inflatable blow-up pig whilst performing at the Coachella Music Festival over the weekend with a ballot paper attached.

Fraser has launched a website, campaign song and video in support of Obama

On the ballot paper Obama's name had been ticked.

In recent months, other musicians have revealed their support for the Democratic Presidential hopeful including former Free member and legendary bassist Andy Fraser.

Fraser has launched a website, campaign song and video in support of Obama. He said: "Like other citizens of the world, I am not unaware of the global significance of the upcoming US elections.

He added: "I may not have a vote, but I have a voice. So united in spirit, let's get the word out!"