Published: 01:11 PM, Wed Mar 17, 2010
Alicia Keys, Shakira among stars for World Cup concert
By GERALD IMRAY
AP Sports Writer
JOHANNESBURG (AP) - Alicia Keys, Shakira, Black Eyed Peas and John Legend will perform at the World Cup kickoff concert in Johannesburg.
FIFA announced the lineup of musical stars Wednesday for the concert on June 10, the day before the opening match.
The concert also will feature a strong African presence with South African folk singer Vusi Mahlasela and Malian artists Amadou and Mariam. South African rock bands BLK JKS and The Parlotones also will perform as the country prepares to be the first African host in the 80-year history of the tournament.
FIFA selected Emmy Award-winning producer Kevin Wall to produce the concert at Soweto's Orlando Stadium.
FIFA secretary general Jerome Valcke said the concert would celebrate the unifying power of soccer and music.