US producer Swizz Beatz has claimed that he is working on the production for a Michael Jackson tour.

Although details have yet to be confirmed about Jackson's tour plans, it's been widely reported that the singer will announce live shows in 2008.

Speaking to MTV, Beatz claimed that he woould be working on the dates, although he didn't specify any more details.

"I'm probably gonna be producing his tour and everything,” he said.

Jackson is currently recording a new studio album and has been linked with a possible live residency in Las Vegas.

The singer's new album, which is expected later this year, will be the follow-up to 2001's 'Invincible'.

(by Jason Gregory)