Jay Z and Rihanna in concert at the Absa Stadium in Durban

Hip hop heavyweight Jay Z and sexy singer Rihanna will be jetting into South Africa this October for a three date concert tour.

Concerts will take place in Cape Town, Durban & finally in Johannesburg

Jay Z's recent performance at Radio City Music Hall sold out in less than two minutes, & Rihanna's second album has already been certified platinum

Apart from their massive global success, both artists have had significant achievement in South Africa, with their hits climbing the charts at local radio stations, especially 5FM

With worldwide album sales in excess of 33 million, Jay Z has a horde of devout fans

Rihanna, the Barbados-born beauty has re-energised the music scene with her rich, cultural fusion of dancehall & raga, with a fresh R&B soul sound

Her debut album, Music of The Sun, was nominated for 2005's Record of The Year, with the first single Pon De Replay, debuting at No 2 on the charts

Concert Itinerary:
Oct 11 - Bellville Velodrome, Cape Town
Oct 13 - Absa Stadium, Durban
Oct 14 - Coca-Cola Dome, Johannesburg

Concert tickets available from Computicket; 083 915 8000 to book

Source: News 24 / 10 August 2006

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