Black Eyed Peas expresses hope and excitement ahead of Dubai act

Tuesday, 25 January 2022 10:34

By ARN News Staff

The Black Eyed Peas have expressed hope and excitement ahead of their performance at Expo 2020 Dubai's Al Wasl Plaza Dome tonight.

Speaking exclusively to Virgin Radio Dubai 104.4, singers Taboo, and apl.de.ap hoped their Expo 2020 Dubai concert can help to chart a way forward for the live music industry struggling with the pandemic.

Part of the Expo's Infinite Nights' concert series, their show tonight will also include some hits from their latest album Translation, and will also see their new member from the Philippines, J Rey Soul, join them onstage.

She joins the band replacing previous lead vocalist Fergie.

The show is open to Expo ticket holders but with a limited capacity, and will be livestreamed on virtualexpodubai.com from 8:30 pm.

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