Michael Jackson's comeback concerts in jeopardyMay 12th, 2009 LONDON - Concert promoters are battling to block pop legend Michael Jackson's series of live concerts in London this summer, accusing the star of breaking an earlier agreement to make his comeback with them. The pop superstar is currently preparing to take to the stage in London for his first gigs since 2001, a run of 50 dates at the city's O2 Arena, starting July.
Coldplay to give free CDs to fans during gigsMay 2nd, 2009 LONDON - British band Coldplay will reward their fans with free CDs at all their gigs this year. Left Right Left Right Left is the giveaway, starting with the first date of Chris Martin's gang's US tour in Florida, on May 15, reports The Daily Star.
Jacko buys white face replica of himselfApril 11th, 2009 LONDON - Michael Jackson recently bought an artefact, which had a white countenance resembling his own face. The 50-year-old purchased the piece of art from the Lladro shop - famous for its porcelain figures - soon after he left a medical centre in Beverly Hills.
Peta lavishes praise on Jacko for keeping concerts animal-freeApril 10th, 2009 LONDON - Animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has appreciated King of Pop Michael Jackson's decision to keep his comeback concerts animal free. The 'Thriller' hitmaker came under fire from PETA after it was rumoured that the singer would include a variety of exotic creatures in his 'This Is It ' run at London's O2 Arena this summer.
Jacko to enlist magician David Copperfield's services at O2 showsApril 1st, 2009 LONDON - King of pop Michael Jackson has decided to enlist the services of magician David Copperfield for his O2 shows, in order to make them more spectacular. Copperfield, 52, who will be masterminding a series of onstage stunts, is said to have held a meeting with Jacko at the magician's Californian HQ.
Williams will reunite with Take ThatMarch 29th, 2009 LONDON - Pop singer Robbie Williams will reunite with his former group Take That for a series of live performances. The group will perform in London in June or November and is set to earn 25 million pounds, reports mirror.co.uk.
Jacko to live near 'haunted caves' during London gigsMarch 28th, 2009 LONDON - King of Pop Michael Jackson will move into a 28-bedroom mansion next to 'haunted caves' during his 50-concert stint in London this summer, it has emerged. The 50-year-old singer has dished out 1million pounds to rent the Kent mansion situated on the edge of an ancient 22-mile maze of spooky passageways.
PETA slams Jacko over plans to use animals in comeback gigsMarch 26th, 2009 LONDON - Animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has condemned Michael Jackson's apparent plans to feature a variety of exotic creatures onstage during his comeback concerts. The 'Thriller' hitmaker will kick off his 'This Is It' run at London's O2 Arena this summer (Jul09) and is reportedly working on ideas to make the 50-date tour as memorable as possible.
Chris Martin struggling to get tickets for Jacko's London gigsMarch 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Coldplay frontman Chris Martin is struggling to get tickets for Michael Jackson's London gigs. The rocker - who is married to Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow - is a massive fan of the 'Thriller' hitmaker.
Jacko wants to enter London concerts riding an elephantMarch 25th, 2009 LONDON - King of Pop Michael Jackson is reportedly planning to enter London concerts riding an elephant. The 50-year-old also wants a panther, snakes, tropical birds and three monkeys for a set that will have a jungle, circus and weather theme.
'Frail' Jacko sparks fears for London gigs with man-in-mask mysteryMarch 21st, 2009 LONDON - King of pop Michael Jackson has sparked fears for his comeback tour after he was spotted wearing a surgeon's mask and cap. The 50-year-old singer fuelled health concerns after he was seen behind a surgeon's mask and cap as he came out of his doctor's office in Los Angeles.
Britney may thrill London fans even before O2 Arena gigsMarch 20th, 2009 LONDON - Pop star Britney Spears may thrill her fans in London even before she takes on the stage at London 02 Arena in June 2009, as Radio 1 has asked her to participate in their Big Weekend outdoor event. The 'Hit Me Baby One More Time' hitmaker will be finishing her ongoing 'Circus' tour on May 2, and the Radio 1 event will take place at Swindon, London, from May 9-10.
Jacko mania gains momentumMarch 17th, 2009 LONDON - Erstwhile 'King of Pop' Michael Jackson, who is all set to make a return to stage with London 02 Arena concerts, has already stirred the world, with fans going ballistic over his much-anticipated comeback gigs. The fact that the 'Heal The World' hitmaker will be belting out classic after classics at the concerts has made the Michael mania gain momentum, reports The Sun.
'Jackomania' grips people worldwideMarch 13th, 2009 LONDON - It seems that Jackomania has gripped people all over the world. As Michael Jackson prepares for his 'last ever' London gigs, the demand for concert tickets has soared, leaving the sales website eventually crashed.
Michael Jackson to perform 50 shows at O2March 13th, 2009 LONDON - King of pop Michael Jackson will be performing 50 shows at the London's O2 arena, continuing his 'last ever' gigs well into 2010. The 50-year-old star has added new shows throughout the first two months of the year, ending February 24.
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