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Carrie Underwood, Adam Levine to honour Frank Sinatra

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Press Trust of India Los Angeles
John Legend, Carrie Underwood and Adam Levine are teaming up to pay tribute to legendary singer Frank Sinatra on his 100th birthday.

The special event called "Sinatra 100 - An All-Star GRAMMY Concert" will also see Alicia Keys, Tony Bennett and Garth Brooks perform, reported Aceshowbiz.

The concert to be shot on December 2 at Wynn Las Vegas' Encore Theatre, will have arrangements by Don Costa, Gordon Jenkins, Quincy Jones and Nelson Riddle.

It will be telecasted on December 6 on CBS.

"The name Frank Sinatra is synonymous with excellence that is timeless. As a performer, he possessed undeniable charisma and masterful artistry that resonate throughout generations.
 

"To have the opportunity to celebrate the life and art of the Chairman of the Board on his 100th birthday and witness the lasting effects his music has had on artists today with a star-studded GRAMMY concert is a true Honor," executive vice president of specials, music, and live events at CBS, Jack Sussman said in a statement.

Born on December 12, 1915, Sinatra won nine Grammy Awards during his career, including three in Album of the Year category.

The singer of the swing era passed away in 1998 at the age of 82.

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First Published: Oct 16 2015 | 3:42 PM IST

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