Take That to perform at London Olympics?
July 18th, 2010 - 2:48 pm ICT by IANS
London, July 18 (IANS) British boyband Take That has reportedly been approached to perform at the opening ceremony of the 2012 Olympic Games in London.
The “Back for Good” hitmakers recently reunited with singer Robbie Williams to form a full line-up for the first time in 15 years. And the group has already been approached to help kick off the international summer sporting event in Stratford, east London in 2012, reports contactmusic.com.
“When rumours surfaced about a possible reunion, the committee immediately added Take That to the long list of possible performers. Since (artistic directors) Danny (Boyle) and Stephen (Daldry) came on board, this list has been shortened and informal discussions held with the group’s management,” said a source.
“At present, Robbie is only on board for a year, but that’s to reduce the pressure on the group. The belief is that this will be a permanent move and he will therefore be available for 2012. It is a huge honour for the boys and will see them playing to a phenomenally big audience. Everyone is confident they are up to the challenge,” the source added.
Other artists rumoured to be performing at the Olympics include the Spice Girls, Sir Paul McCartney, Leona Lewis and The Rolling Stones.
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