Jacko tribute gets family backing
25th July 2011, 6:00 pm By Principality Stadium
October 8th – mark your calendars because you have Got to Be There to witness the musical event of our lifetime, a Thriller of a tribute concert to the King of Pop – Michael Jackson.
Some of the world’s leading artists will be performing in this historical tribute to be staged at the Millennium Stadium. The show, produced by Global Live Events LLP, has the support of the Jacksons including Mrs. Katherine Jackson, La Toya, Tito, Marlon and Jackie.
“I have been approached by many people with a variety of ventures such as this, Global Live Events LLP is the first company to present me with a vision that will produce an authentic and memorable tribute that my son would love!,” explained Mrs. Jackson.
October marks the 40th anniversary of the start of Michael’s solo career and will be celebrated with a tribute fit for a King. The concert will be broadcast around the world to 30 countries in both 2D and 3D.
WRU Group Chief Executive Roger Lewis, said: “The Millennium Stadium has a proud history of attracting world-class music artists to its multi-event arena and it gives me great pleasure to announce that the Michael Jackson tribute concert will be staged at the iconic venue this autumn.
“This extra special concert, paying tribute to one of the world’s greatest pop icons of all time, is fantastic news for music fans all over the world and it is a huge boost for Wales to host this spectacular one-off show.
“The stadium’s city-centre location, fully retractable roof and removable pitch continue to put Wales on the map as one of the leading live music venues and I’m proud that once again the eyes of the world will be on Wales for the unique show which will be broadcast live across the globe.”
The event is being produced by Global Live Events LLP, aworld-renowned event-based TV and DVD specialist with offices in London, New York and Los Angeles. Specialising in the fields of the arts, music, drama and entertainment, Global Live is known for creating original and compelling live entertainment and recorded programming featuring music superstars from around the world. They have worked with a wide range of artists including Michael Jackson, Abba, The Beatles, Eric Clapton, Madonna, Placido Domingo and more.
“We wanted to do something decent and worthy of Michael’s musical genius yet something fun and authentic that you would envision Michael attending with excitement and joy surrounded by talent that he respected and loved,” announced Global Live Events President Chris Hunt.
Visit www.michaelforevertribute.com for additional information.