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Brogan-Leigh Hurst

Party at the Palace thrills as Alicia Keys and Elton John stun in show stopping performances

The Queen's Platinum Jubilee party has kicked off and celebrations are in full swing.

Platinum Party at the Palace is taking place at Buckingham Palace tonight, with thousands of fans gathering to see the concert as Brits celebrate the Queen's reign.

Rock legends Queen have started the show, with the likes of Alicia Keys, Hans Zimmer, Ella Eyre, Craig David and Mabel performing later on.

Elbow and George Ezra will also share the three-stage set up with the likes of Duran Duran, Andrea Bocelli, Mimi Webb, Sam Ryder, Jax Jones, Celeste, Nile Rodgers, Sigala and Diversity.

Fans were going crazy in the crowd as Queen and Adam Lambert opened the show with classic hit We Will Rock You.

Buckingham Palace was lit up as Queen and Adam Lambert kicked off the show (BBC)

Brian May unexpectedly came through the top of the stage - which partygoers in the audience went wild for.

Prince William and Kate Middleton were seen cheering from the front row, sitting with their children Princess Charlotte and her older brother Prince George.

Over on Twitter, people from home were sharing their thoughts on the incredible event.

Brian May wowed fans as he came out of the top of the stage (BBC)

One person wrote: "Look's brilliant."

Others compared Adam Lambert to late Freddie Mercury - who he is replacing.

"Sorry, but Adam Lambert has nothing on Freddie Mercury," a second added.

A third said: "Adam Lambert is a good singer but nobody can compare him to Freddie. Arguably one of the best voices and talents ever. Very big shoes that can never be filled."

Adam Lambert is replacing Freddie Mercury (BBC)

Jax Jones was next to take to the stage, with female rapper Stefflon Don.

The pair lifted the mood with upbeat song Instruction.

Stefflon wore a stunning red dress as she performed for the excited crowd while they cheered her on.

Stefflon Don looked gorgeous in a bright red dress (BBC)

Mabel was up next, before Jax returned and shouted: "Make some noise for your Majesty!" as singer-songwriter John Newman came onto the stage.

Jax put on an amazing performance as he started playing the guitar.

Elbow then performed One Day Like This, with many showering the band with praise on Twitter.

Jax Jones performed with a guitar at the party (PA)

Diversity then took over the stage - with leader Ashley Banjo performing a powerful medley - which involved songs from One Direction to the Spice Girls.

He rapped his way through different eras of music as he paid his respects to the Queen.

Twitter went wild, with many talking about the incredible performance.

Ashley Banjo performed an incredible medley (PA)

One person praised: "Diversity. Well done. Tastefully done."

A second added: "#diversity you stole my heart tonight #PlatinumJubileeconcert."

And a third penned: "Diversity smashed it."

Craig David followed suit, however many fans were confused by what he was saying as he began to rap.

Sam Ryder performs at the concert (BBC)

"Can you repeat that Craig David? #PlatinumJubileeconcert" one asked.

Another said: "What did you say Craig David? #PlatinumJubileeconcert"

Eurovision runner-up Sam Ryder performed his single Space Man tonight at the celebrations - with people hailing his as the 'best' so far.

He lit up the stage in a Union Jack two-piece, playing a guitar as he danced around.

The singer sang a couple of his best songs (BBC)

George Ezra got the crowd going as he sang his hit single Shotgun, encouraging the crowd to get involved.

Rocker Rod Stewart was followed by George - but many were not hugely impressed by his performance.

Rod Stewart (PA)

On Twitter, one wrote: "I love Rod but this is painful."

Another added: "Oh no why are they making him sing this???"

Alicia Keys lit up the stage as she sat down for her performance which was led by the piano.

She sang Girl on Fire, with lots of fans flocking to Twitter to compliment her "class act".

Alicia Keys blew fans away with her outstanding performance (BBC)

One person wrote: "Hats off to whoever behind the scenes has had the vision for this concert tonight and the team who have made it happen - the stars can only shine because of the hours of hard work behind the scenes to create the magic. Incredible. #PlatinumJubileeconcert."

Another person praised: "Alisha keys is absolutely gorgeous great voice great artist #PlatinumJubileeconcert."

Elton John failed to turn up to perform at Buckingham Palace tonight - but he did pre-record a video for the Queen - which was broadcast onto the walls.

Diana Ross made a stunning appearance (BBC)

The incredible performance garnered reaction from those watching at home - who loved every minute of it.

Diana Ross topped off the show stopping concert as she sang a few different songs that the Royals are a fan of.

On Twitter, one person praised: "She sings effortlessly, her voice is amazing even at this glorious age."

Another wrote: "Diana Ross still killing it."

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