As Manchester City and Manchester United prepare to go head-to-head in a Premier League match, two music icons from the city have also been competing for attention on the public transport system. Liam Gallagher, a well-known City fan, and John Squire, a former guitarist for the United-supporting band The Stone Roses, have taken over the… Continue reading Liam Gallagher and John Squire go head-to-head on Manchester derby day
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Watch Bring Me The Horizon’s sweary acceptance speech at the BRITs 2024
At tonight’s BRIT Awards, Sheffield band Bring Me The Horizon was named Best Alternative/Rock Act, beating out legendary acts like The Rolling Stones and Blur, among others. This marks the group’s first-ever BRIT Award, and they made sure to let their fans know how much they appreciated their support. During their expletive-filled acceptance speech, frontman… Continue reading Watch Bring Me The Horizon’s sweary acceptance speech at the BRITs 2024
St. Vincent has written a song inspired by the “beautiful, poetic” SOPHIE
St. Vincent has revealed that a song from her forthcoming album ‘All Born Screaming’ was inspired by the death of highly influential DJ and producer SOPHIE, who tragically passed away at the age of 34 in January 2021. The song, titled ‘Sweetest Fruit’ pays tribute to the artist. In an interview with The Guardian, St.… Continue reading St. Vincent has written a song inspired by the “beautiful, poetic” SOPHIE
RAYE calls for songwriters to receive “master royalty points” during BRITs acceptance speech
During her acceptance speech for Songwriter Of The Year at this year’s BRIT Awards, RAYE called for music executives to provide songwriters with the right to receive royalty payments. “I think we need to have a conversation,” she said. “I want to normalise giving songwriters master royalty points.” Her goal is to ensure that if… Continue reading RAYE calls for songwriters to receive “master royalty points” during BRITs acceptance speech
Post Office scandal victim presents award at the BRITs, says government “is not paying them”
During tonight’s BRIT Awards, the Post Office scandal unexpectedly made another impact, as sub-postmaster Jo Hamilton took to the O2 stage with Monica Dolan, who portrayed her in the ITV drama Mr. Bates vs. The Post Office. The pair presented the award for Song of the Year. Hamilton spoke about how grateful she was for… Continue reading Post Office scandal victim presents award at the BRITs, says government “is not paying them”
Listen to Lykke Li’s soulful cover of Johnny Cash’s ‘Ring Of Fire’
Swedish singer-songwriter Lykke Li has released her first new music in two years, a cover of Johnny Cash’s ‘Ring of Fire’. The track is part of the soundtrack for Netflix’s latest dark fantasy film, Damsel, and was recorded specifically for the movie. The cast includes the likes of Millie Bobby Brown, Ray Winstone and Angela… Continue reading Listen to Lykke Li’s soulful cover of Johnny Cash’s ‘Ring Of Fire’
BRIT Awards 2024: Check out the full rolling winners list
Tonight, London is hosting the highly anticipated BRIT Awards 2024 with a trio of presenters: Maya Jama, Clara Amfo, and Roman Kemp at The O2. Audiences can catch the event on ITV1 and ITVX. Keep checking here for live updates on all the night’s winners. Raye is taking the lead for nominations with a record-breaking… Continue reading BRIT Awards 2024: Check out the full rolling winners list
BRITs 2024: Green Day, Charli XCX and St Vincent announced as guest presenters
The 2024 BRIT Awards ceremony is set to have a star-studded line-up of presenters that includes Charli XCX, Green Day, and St. Vincent. The hosts for the event are Maya Jama, Clara Amfo, and Roman Kemp, and the show will be broadcast on ITV1 and ITVX. St. Vincent will present The Last Dinner Party with… Continue reading BRITs 2024: Green Day, Charli XCX and St Vincent announced as guest presenters
Bob Mortimer says he is “not very healthy right now” after “terrible” year
Bob Mortimer, the comedian who rose to fame in the ‘90s as part of a comedy double act with Vic Reeves, has spoken out about his current poor health. In 2015, Mortimer underwent triple heart bypass surgery after 95% of his arteries were found to be blocked. He also fell ill in 2022 after filming… Continue reading Bob Mortimer says he is “not very healthy right now” after “terrible” year
‘Shōgun’ TV series is being called “the new ‘Game Of Thrones’” by critics
Yesterday marked the premiere of the new television adaptation of James Clavell’s 1975 novel, Shōgun. The series is set to run for a total of 10 episodes on Hulu and FX in the United States, while UK viewers can stream it via Disney+. The show is based on the novel of the same name which… Continue reading ‘Shōgun’ TV series is being called “the new ‘Game Of Thrones’” by critics