Music superstar Prince has been denied permission to perform a free concert under the Eiffel Tower in Paris next month because the proposed show clashes with the country’s Bastille Day celebrations.
The “Purple Rain” icon planned to bring the heart of the city to a standstill on July 14 by staging a charity gig under the tourist attraction to mark the national holiday, but his request has been rejected by Mayor Bertrand Delanoe, since locals traditionally celebrate with a major fireworks display at the venue.
A representative for the mayor says, “There was a request from the producer of Prince in France to organize a concert on July 14. But our priority is the July 14 fireworks at the Eiffel Tower, which is not compatible with this project. We are ready to study another concert date. Discussions are under way.”
Prince and his team are now hoping to hold the gig in September. The gig’s focus is to raise awareness about the fight against HIV and AIDS.
(source-MSN)
