Music Mogul Jermaine Dupri to Perform Free Concert in Centennial Park Tonight, as 2nd Leg of New 'Fusion Flash Concerts' Series Hits Atlanta

Music Mogul Jermaine Dupri to Perform Free Concert in Centennial Park Tonight, as 2nd Leg of New 'Fusion Flash Concerts' Series Hits Atlanta

Music Fan 'Flash Mobbers' Nationwide Registering on www.fusionflashconcerts.com for 'Insider' Details on Free, Secret Performances

by Jermaine Dupri, Fat Joe, Yellowcard, The Roots & Other Stars

The Artist: As an executive producer, the Atlanta-based Jermaine Dupri oversaw Usher's blockbuster Confessions album, which has sold nearly 9 million copies and in 2005 earned the Grammy for Best Contemporary R&B album. As CEO of So So Def Recordings, he's helmed the release of dozens of platinum and gold records. As a producer and songwriter, Dupri has helped shape hits for Usher, Alicia Keys, Mariah Carey and others. He's also crafted platinum albums for himself, and was recently appointed President of Virgin Records Urban Music.

The Scene: Jermaine Dupri is performing a free, unannounced-until-today "Fusion Flash Concert" for "insiders" registered on http://www.fusionflashconcerts.com/ and the general public on a first- come, first-admitted "space available" basis.

Dupri's show is the 2nd of 10 nationwide. The Roots led off the series in New York 2 days ago. Fat Joe will play next week in Philadelphia at a secret location. The secret series, interactive website and exclusive content is part of a national grassroots effort to amplify the street buzz surrounding the launch of the new 2006 Ford Fusion sedan.

Show Time: Saturday, July 16, 2005 Centennial Olympic Park. Mr. Dupri will perform live on-stage, starting at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6:30.

Contact John Eckel, +1-949-278-6870 for advance scheduling of interviews with Mr. Dupri or organizers.

The Quote: "There's a spontaneity factor unique to this concert series," said Jermaine Dupri. "The last minute release of show details and ongoing interaction with fans really builds energy and excitement."

CONTACT: John Eckel, +1-310-394-9700; +1-949-278-6870 (c), john@maniaccreative.com ; or Dave Reuter of Ford Motor Company, +1-313-322-3428, dreuter@ford.com .

PRNewswire -- July 16

Source: Ford Motor Company

Web site: http://www.ford.com/ http://www.fusionflashconcerts.com/

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