The Michael Jackson Tribute Live concert, to be held at Yoyogi National Stadium in central Tokyo tonight, will feature original members of The Jackson 5 Marlon, Tito and Jackie (with Jermaine noticeably absent). The tribute performances will also showcase a host of Japanese stars.

Over a year in the making the shows are the result of a collaboration between Japanese R&B star AI, the Japanese cable TV station Music On! TV, and the Jackson family. Originally AI, who was raised partially in LA and speaks English fluently, was hired by the music TV platform to interview the Jackson family for a documentary they were producing which led to the tribute idea.

“I was blessed to have the opportunity to interview people in Michael’s life for Music On! TV and because of that I met the people who offered me this great chance to collaborate on tribute shows. She adds, “Now the time has arrived! The whole project is a bit of shock and the fact the Jacksons themselves are willing take part is wonderful. I’m full of gratitude and emotion!”

Billboard