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James Blunt to perform at 15th Annual EJAF Oscar Party
Thursday, February 8 2007

The Elton John AIDS Foundation has announced that the Grammy nominated artist James Blunt will perform at the 15th Annual Elton John AIDS foundation (EJAF) party to celebrate the Academy Awards on February 25, 2007 at the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles.

The event will be co-hosted by Sir Elton John and David Furnish and is co-sponsored by Audi, Chopard and VH1.

Backstage - Backstage Passes and LaminatesBritain-born singer and songwriter James Blunt made his musical debut in 2004 with the U.K. release of his Custard/Atlantic recorded album "Back to Bedlam." The album, fusing adult alternative, Britpop, pop, rock and folk, hit U.S. shelves in October 2005, and is now certified by the RIAA as double-platinum.

Immediately popular in the U.S., Blunt became the first British artist to top the American singles chart in nearly a decade with his smash hit single "You're Beautiful." The last British artist to reach #1 in the U.S. had been none other than Elton John in 1997, with "Candle in the Wind."

The upcoming Oscar party will not be the first time the two vocal powerhouses join forces; Blunt held a supporting role on tour with Elton John in 2004.

"James is a truly talented singer/songwriter, his voice and expressive lyrics enchant audiences worldwide," says Elton. "I have no doubt that he will do the same for our guests on Oscar night."

Blunt has earned five nominations for the 49th Annual Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year, Song of the Year and Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for "You're Beautiful," Best Pop Vocal Album for Back to Bedlam and Best New Artist. Blunt's new live album and DVD, Chasing Time: The Bedlam Sessions, was released in 2006.

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