Florence & The Machine is set to perform at this year's MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), it's been announced.

The singer, real name Florence Welch, will perform her hit 'Dog Days Are Over' at the ceremony in Los Angeles on September 12.

Welch has received four nominations for the song, including Video Of The Year and Best Rock Video.

Confirmation of her appearance follows reports that Kanye West is set due to make his live return at the ceremony.

The rapper caused controversy at last year's VMAs when he stormed the stage during singer Taylor Swift's acceptance speech.

(by Jason Gregory)