BRUSSELS: French rocker Johnny Hallyday's decision to press ahead with his concert in Brussels on Saturday despite security concerns was met with a deafening roar of approval from fans seeking respite from a traumatic week.

The 72-year-old singer, known as France's answer to Elvis Presley, highlighted his Belgian roots as he took to stage for the latest leg of his "Staying Alive" tour, delighting a sold-out crowd determined to have a good time after the horror of Tuesday's airport and metro attacks.

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