London Tribute Concert Planned for Jackson

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Concerts / Tours, Rumors, Videos, Pop

Ever since Michael Jackson’s death, there had been whispers about a possible tribute tour. Now it appears London may finally get a chance to celebrate the King of Pop’s music.

According to the Hollywood Reporter, there are plans to hold a concert on August 29 in the 02 Arena. That date would have marked Michael’s 51st birthday. Although it’s unclear whether Jackson’s siblings will be performing at this event, AEG Live President Randy Phillips said this might be a possibility during an earlier interview.

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Cancer the reason for Michael Jackson O2 Arena concert delays?

Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Artist News, Concerts / Tours, Pop

Michael Jackson has delayed his London concert series. Jackson will now kick off his O2 Arena residency on July 13, five days later than originally planned, as we reported yesterday. It has been reported the 50-year-old Jackson is to have surgery on his skin cancer today, with doctors removing cancerous flesh on his chest and nose.

Michael Jackson may also need radiation gun therapy to ensure all diseased cells are destroyed, according to Britain’s The Sun newspaper. Randy Phillips, president of AEG Live who are promoting the tour, has dismissed Jackson’s rumoured cancer battle and stressed the delay is down to the “massive and technically complex show”. He said: “Michael is not sleeping with elephants and not suffering skin cancer. He’s a magnet for weird stories but he’s in great shape. I’d trade my body for his tomorrow. This show has grown in size and scope, thereby, necessitating more lead time for manufacture of the set, programming the content for the massive video elements, and, most importantly, more time for full production and dress rehearsals. As much as we agonised over this change in the original schedule, we are sure the fans will understand when they experience the level of entertainment Michael Jackson intends to deliver while also ensuring the safety of the musicians, cast and crew and the crisp execution of the production.”

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Michael Jackson’s London Concerts Postponed

Posted by Veronica Santiago Categories: Concerts / Tours, Pop

Some of the first people in line for Michael Jackson may now be one of the last to see him in concert.

In a statement released today by AEG, the kickoff for Jackson’s London tour is being pushed back a whole five days. Unfortunately, this may actually mean a delay of a whole eight months for some.

“Due to the sheer magnitude of the This Is It concerts at the O2 Arena promoters and producers AEG Live and Kenny Ortega, Michael’s directorial partner and creative collaborator have elected to move back a few of the opening shows in order to meet the challenges presented by such a massive and technically complex show,” the concert promoter stated.

The first concert slated for July 8 will now take place on July 13. Those who had tickets for any of the next three shows will have to wait until March 2010. (July 10th is now March 1; July 12 is now March 3; July 14 is now March 6.)

Refunds are being made available for those who cannot attend their rescheduled show.

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