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Black Eyed Peas pull out of Michael Jackson tribute concert
Published Wednesday, Oct 5 2011, 10:09 BST | By Mayer Nissim | 40 comments
Black Eyed Peas have pulled out of this weekend's Michael Jackson tribute concert.
The band had been confirmed to play Cardiff's Millennium Stadium on Saturday, October 8.
Global Live Events chief executive Chris Hunt confirmed: "It is with regret that we announce the removal of Black Eyed Peas from the Michael Forever bill, but I look forward to a great night with other earth shattering artists.
"The event is really getting into gear and is going to be a fantastic evening for all."
He added that the change to the lineup was a result of "unavoidable circumstances".
Alexandra Burke, 3T, Cee Lo Green, JLS, Leona Lewis, Smokey Robinson, Jennifer Hudson and others are still on the bill.
Beyoncé will also perform via a video link-up to the stadium.
The show will be hosted by TV presenter Fearne Cotton and actor/singer Jamie Foxx.
Watch the Black Eyed Peas' 'Just Can't Get Enough' music video below:
The band had been confirmed to play Cardiff's Millennium Stadium on Saturday, October 8.
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Global Live Events chief executive Chris Hunt confirmed: "It is with regret that we announce the removal of Black Eyed Peas from the Michael Forever bill, but I look forward to a great night with other earth shattering artists.
"The event is really getting into gear and is going to be a fantastic evening for all."
He added that the change to the lineup was a result of "unavoidable circumstances".
Alexandra Burke, 3T, Cee Lo Green, JLS, Leona Lewis, Smokey Robinson, Jennifer Hudson and others are still on the bill.
Beyoncé will also perform via a video link-up to the stadium.
The show will be hosted by TV presenter Fearne Cotton and actor/singer Jamie Foxx.
Watch the Black Eyed Peas' 'Just Can't Get Enough' music video below:
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