HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Taylor Swift will take the stage for the first time at MTV’s 2009 Video Music Awards, the network announced Tuesday.
“I’m so excited that MTV and the VMAs have invited me to perform, because I think this year’s show will be unlike anything they’ve ever done!” said the 19-year-old country music star.
At the 26th annual event, Swift will sing a never before heard version of her song “You Belong With Me,” off her hit album “Fearless.”
“I love incorporating theatrics into my performances,” said Swift, “and the VMAs have always allowed artists to run with that. MTV has been so good to me, and I could not be more excited about this year’s VMAs.”
Also taking the stage will be British rockers Muse, who will be making their first-ever televised performance in the U.S.
“We are honored to be invited to play at the VMAs,” said the band, who will debut their new single “Uprising” from their forthcoming album “The Resistance.”
The rockers will have some company in British comedian Russell Brand, who will return as host after poking fun last year at the purity rings worn by the Jonas Brothers.
“We are thrilled that despite numerous death threats from Jonas Brothers fans, Russell Brand has accepted our offer to put his life on the line and host the VMAs again this year,” said MTV General Manager Stephen Friedman.
This year’s VMA’s will take place on Sept. 13 in locations around New York City, including Radio City Music Hall.
