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Chris Brown to Perform at Jackson Tribute

Mary J. Blige, Natalie Cole also confirmed

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(Newser) – Chris Brown will take the stage at a Michael Jackson tribute concert in Vienna, the Mirror reports. Jackson's brother Jermaine says 25 performers are expected. So far, Mary J. Blige, Natalie Cole, Sister Sledge, Akon, and Angela Bassett are confirmed. More names will be announced this week. The artists will play Jacko's greatest hits, and his family will attend the Sept. 26 show.

Natalie Cole poses for a photo backstage at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 8.
Natalie Cole poses for a photo backstage at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 8.   (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
Chris Brown accepts the artist of the year award at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles on Nov. 23, 2008.
Chris Brown accepts the artist of the year award at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles on Nov. 23, 2008.   (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
Mary J. Blige is scheduled to perform at a Michael Jackson tribute concert in Vienna.
Mary J. Blige is scheduled to perform at a Michael Jackson tribute concert in Vienna.   (©mikegoat)
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Sep 8, 09 8:09 AM CDT
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Sep 8, 09 11:17 PM CDT
Even if he does a cover of "Beat it"? Thanks folks. I'll be here all week and catch me opening for Danny Thomas at the Sands next week.
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Sep 9, 09 6:31 AM CDT
"beat it"....rofl rofl rofl thats awsome!!!!!!
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Sep 8, 09 9:29 AM CDT
the Jackson family seem to be real scum and will milk every last penny out of Michael Jackson's death! Reply
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