Black Eyed Peas Perform Nostalgic Set at Rock in Rio 2026

morning · 7 September 2026 · thread: Rock in Rio 2026 Begins with Foo Fighters and Enhanced Safety Measures

4 sources · Brazil

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G1 Brazil · Centre-left · Grupo Globo (Marinho family)
UOL Brazil · Centre-left · Grupo Folha
CNN Brasil Brazil · Centre · Rubens Menin (MRV)
Folha de S.Paulo Brazil · Centre · Grupo Folha (Frias family)

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The Black Eyed Peas performed as headliners at Rock in Rio on Sunday, June 6, delivering a high energy show despite persistent rain. The group, currently consisting of Will.i.am, apl.de.ap, and Taboo, played a setlist featuring hits such as Let's Get It Started, Boom Boom Pow, and I Gotta Feeling. During the performance, the group collaborated with Brazilian producer Papatinho to launch a new song titled We Live Up in Here, which featured a music video created using artificial intelligence. The show also included a tribute to the late Sergio Mendes and a performance of Mas Que Nada by Jorge Ben Jor.

While the group performed as a trio with guest vocalist J. Rey Soul, there was significant speculation regarding the return of former member Fergie. In a backstage interview, Will.i.am expressed hope for a future reunion of the classic lineup for a special project at the Rio Carnival. He stated that he is crossing his fingers for such an event to happen.

Outlets with a center lean focused on the group's musical influence and Will.i.am's specific aspirations for a Carnival reunion. Outlets with a center left lean framed the event as a nostalgic party, describing the atmosphere as a 2010s graduation ball and characterizing the performance as slightly chaotic but high spirited.

How each side framed it

Centre-left: Framed the performance as a nostalgic, party like experience reminiscent of the 2010s.
Centre: Focused on the group's legacy and the potential for a future reunion at Carnival.

Sources

Centre CNN Brasil: Black Eyed Peas at Rock in Rio 2026: check out the possible setlist of the show Brazil · Rubens Menin (MRV)
Centre Folha de S.Paulo: Will.i.am says he 'crosses his fingers' for Black Eyed Peas show at Rio Carnival Brazil · Grupo Folha (Frias family)
Centre Folha de S.Paulo: Black Eyed Peas presents songs from the past and excites the Rock in Rio audience Brazil · Grupo Folha (Frias family)
Centre-left G1: 3rd day of Rock in Rio becomes rainy graduation ball with Calvin Harris and Black Eyed Peas; see summary Brazil · Grupo Globo (Marinho family)
Centre-left G1: Black Eyed Peas line up hits, release song with Papatinho and hold 2010s party at Rock in Rio Brazil · Grupo Globo (Marinho family)
Centre-left G1: Black Eyed Peas setlist at Rock in Rio: see how the group's show at the festival could be Brazil · Grupo Globo (Marinho family)
Centre-left UOL: Black Eyed Peas presents songs from the past and excites the Rock in Rio audience Brazil · Grupo Folha

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