Bryan Adams is expected to be very close to his audience and interact with people in one of the largest concerts ever to be staged in Malta.

As part of his worldwide Anthology tour, featuring all his greatest hits, Bryan Adams will be performing in Malta this Thursday. NnG director Nigel Camilleri confirmed that thousands of tickets have already been snapped up: “The feedback is incredible. With some days still to go for the concert, our instinct is telling us that this could be one of the largest concerts held in Malta!”

Dr Camilleri also said that lucky members of the audience will have the opportunity to go on stage and dance with the rock star: “Yes, Bryan Adams will invite members of the audience to dance with him on stage. Some people will be luckier than others on Thursday!”

It has also been confirmed that there will be two stages during the concert, one of which will be very close to the people: “The idea is to have Bryan Adams interact with the audience and one of the stages will be incredibly close to people. If you want to hear the greatest hits of Bryan Adams and to be very close to Bryan Adams, this is the place to be!”

With hits spanning through the 80s and 90s, Bryan Adams is one of the most successful recording artists in popular music worldwide. The energetic, charismatic singer is well known for his concerts during which, guitar in hand, he sings his own up-tempo pop/rock songs and ballads. His raspy voice, simple compositions, and straightforward musical approach earned him early critical approbation. Among the tracks to be played on the night, one will definitely hear Straight from the Heart, Cuts Like a Knife, Run to You, Heaven, Summer of '69, (Everything I Do) I Do It for You, Can't Stop This Thing We Started, Please Forgive Me, All for Love, Have You Ever Really Loved a Woman? and Back To You.

Dr Camilleri said that from the beginning research carried out by his company had clearly indicated that Bryan Adams is one of the most popular artists in Malta.

“His hits are constantly played on radio and his appeal spans a number of generations. NnG is committed to attracting to Malta top international acts that have a broad popular appeal and Bryan Adams definitely fits into this category.”

To ensure that the local crowd fully enjoys this highly energetic performance, the organisers have created a VIP standing area close to the stage. This area with a limited number of tickets at Lm40 each is expected to be a sure hit with Bryan Adams' fans. Other tickets include VIP tiered reserved seating also at Lm40 and general standing at Lm18. Tickets are available on-line from www.nngpromotions.com or from Exotique Outlets, Agenda Bookshops and the News Kiosk. Ticket info: 9933 4444. The main sponsors of the event are Vodafone and Coca-Cola.