Rihanna to perform in NYC for MySpace

MySpace Music is excited to host a special performance by Rihanna on Thursday, December 3 at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City as part of "THE RELEASE," MySpace Music's urban music concert series.

This installment of "THE RELEASE" will be a special performance to mark the release of Rihanna's upcoming album titled Rated R, a performance that will mark her only appearance in celebration of the album's availability.

Over 500+ tickets will be given out for the free, all-ages show on a first-come, first-served basis at the Hammerstein Ballroom starting at 9 a.m. on December 3, or can be won through radio promotions on HOT 97.

More information for ticket pickup can be found on http://blogs.myspace.com/rihanna. In addition, MySpace Music will be streaming the concert LIVE in partnership with IClips.net via Rihanna's official MySpace Music profile at http://www.myspace.com/rihanna beginning at 6 p.m. PST/9 p.m. EST.