Alicia Keys to open FIFA world cup

Alicia Keys and Black Eyed Peas will perform at a concert to launch the soccer world cup in South Africa.

Shakira, John Legend, Amadou & Mariam, Angelique Kidjo, Parlotones, BLK JKS, Tinariwen, Vieux Farka Touré, and Vusi Mahlasela will also take to the stage for the extravaganza. The concert will be held at the Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg on June 10.

"This concert will be a testament to the universal and unifying power of football and music," Jerome Valcke, from soccer's governing body FIFA, said. "We are thrilled to have a concert of such magnitude and performing talent raise the curtain on the first FIFA World Cup in Africa."