16-year old phenom Joss Stone, whose debut album "The Soul Sessions" has taken the world by storm, will perform at the 12th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation party to celebrate the 76th Academy Awards on Sunday, February 29, 2004.

With her sultry Aretha Franklin-like voice, Stone will entertain celebrity guests including Beck, Seal, Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne, Carmen Electra and Dave Navaro, Michelle Branch and Hilary Duff, among others. The gala celebration presented by In Style magazine and Bentley Motors, and co-hosted by BroadVoice, will take place at 665 North Robertson Boulevard in West Hollywood.

Joss Stone will entertain guests during the Oscar after-party with her unique brand of vintage soul. Her performance will culminate in a special duet with Sir Elton John. With music legends such as Lenny Kravitz and Lamont Dozier anxiously seeking a chance to collaborate with Stone, she will undoubtedly give Sir Elton John's guests a night to remember.

"Joss possesses the kind of voice that leaves you breathless after every song," says Sir Elton John. "Her expressive lyrics affect audiences worldwide, and I have no doubt that she will do the same for our guests on Oscar night."

Joss Stone will make her debut performance on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno" on February 24, 2004.

Sir Elton John's annual Academy Awards viewing party is the largest fund-raiser on Oscar night, bringing together the biggest names in entertainment. For one remarkable evening, film and music's elite gather to support the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Last year, the event amassed $500,000 for the Foundation, which raises international awareness and resources for individuals affected with HIV/AIDS.

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