The biggest names in rock, R&B, pop and country music will perform free concerts live on THE EARLY SHOW's plaza as part of "The Early Summer Concert Series."  The series kicks off one week from today on Monday, May 24 with a live performance by the Backstreet Boys.  In addition, Christina Aguilera, David Gray, Jewel, Alicia Keys, Katy Perry and Keith Urban will all perform on THE EARLY SHOW's plaza this summer.  Additional concerts will be announced at a later date.  THE EARLY SHOW is broadcast weekdays (7:00-9:00 AM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network. 

David Friedman is the executive producer of THE EARLY SHOW. 

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