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Cat Stevens performs in U.S. for first time in 33 years

 May 12, 2009

By Susan Whitall – From her Blog at DetNews.com
Singer/songwriter Cat Stevens, known now as Yusuf Islam, performed in Los Angeles Monday night in his first U.S. show in 33 years. The concert was invitation-only and packed with famous musicians (Van Morrison was reportedly on the list) and celebrities.

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