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Twisted Sister has shared his thoughts on Metallica’s ‘No Repeat Weekend’ shows – labelling the concept as being “self-serving”.The glam frontman revealed his take on Metallica’s show structure during a recent appearance on the Shout It Loud Loudcast (September 2), and explained why he is against bands performing two completely different setlists at their shows.The discussion came in light of the metal veterans unrolling a ‘No Repeat Weekend’ structure for their ongoing ‘72 Seasons’ tour – meaning that when they play back-to-back nights in one location, they will perform two completely different setlists and have two different bands open the show each night.While this gives diehard fans a chance to see the thrash metallers break out some lesser-played rarities and provide two unique performances each night, Snider criticised the choice, saying it leaves the majority of the audience disappointed.“I wasn’t aware they were doing that, and credit to them. But I think it’s kind of self-serving and it really only appeals to a small percentage of the crowd,” he began (via Blabbermouth).
“The majority of the people going to these shows […] they’re there for the hits. The percentage of people who know the deeper cuts and are willing to accept not hearing ‘Enter Sandman’ one night, that’s a very small bunch of people.”He continued, comparing the decision to his own experience with Twisted Sister, when the band played some reunion shows back in 2001.“When Twisted first reunited, [some] guys made the setlist and they wanted to put some deep cuts; they put some stuff from the bar days in there… I remember we played those songs and it was just dead and just about eight hands [raised in the air], like, you could count the hands,” he
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The stars of Strictly Come Dancing have reportedly been left 'hysterical' in fears that the TV studio is 'haunted' after the first live show. Some of the show's biggest dancing stars including Dianne Buswell, Katya Jones, Nadiya Bychkova and Nancy Xu are reported to have experienced weird goings-on. Strictly is filmed at Elstree Studios in London, but the judges and dancers are said to have been left feeling uneasy after hearing strange noises and having odd experiences that are unexplainable.
Adam Thomas has seen his odds of winning Strictly Come Dancing dramatically plummet, just as viewers enjoy the first live show of the 2023 series.The ex-Emmerdale actor, 35, took to the iconic Strictly dance floor on Saturday night alongside professional dance partner Luba Mushtuk for the first time, but it looks like he really needs to impress viewers at home if he wants to bag the Glitterball trophy. In odds provided by William Hill to the Express, Adam and Luba's odds of winning the show have dropped, along with Zara McDermott, whose chances of being crowned the winner have also been slashed.
Strictly Come Dancing contestant Amanda Abbington has hit back following claims she nearly quit the show due to alleged rows with her professional partner Giovanni Pernice. The actress posted a video on Instagram on Saturday morning, hours before the live show is due to air on BBC One.
Strictly Come Dancing pro, Giovanni Pernice, has broken his silence amid claims that he and his dancing partner, actress Amanda Abbington have not been seeing eye to eye. It had been reported that the Sherlock star threatened to quit before the first live show of the new series.
The launch show last weekend was just a taster of what's to come as you could say that Strictly Come Dancing officially begins tonight. Last Saturday (September 16), fans of the BBC One dance contest got to see which celebrities had been paired with which professional dancer before their journey to the Glitterball trophy - hopefully - got started.
Another woman has come forward with accusations against Russell Brand.
United Talent Agency has landed a major new client in Oliver Anthony, the singer-songwriter behind the polarizing breakout country single “Rich Men North of Richmond,” which topped numerous charts after debuting on his YouTube channel in August. The first artist in history to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard charts without previously having a song on the charts, his deal is for exclusive worldwide representation in all areas.
The BBC is investigating a claim that Russell Brand flashed a woman before laughing about it on his radio show.
Zara McDermott has put the blame on her Strictly Come Dancing co-star Graziano Di Prima for her nasty injury ahead of the live shows.
EXCLUSIVE: Here’s your first look at Oliver Jackson-Cohen (The Invisible Man) and Jenna Coleman (Doctor Who) in UK action-thriller Jackdaw, which gets its world premiere at Fantastic Fest tomorrow.
A huge new food and drinks venue will be opening its doors just off Angel Meadow Park next year with a craft beer garden, barbeque and a planned line-up of festivals and events.
Selome Hailu The “Strike Force Three” live event announced by Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon and Stephen Colbert last week has been canceled, as Kimmel has tested positive for COVID. “Well, Las Vegas, I got Covid, and sadly, we need to cancel this weekend’s Strike Force Three show,” Kimmel posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. “I could never live with myself if I got my hometown friends sick.
Strike Force Three, a planned live show from Jimmy Kimmel, Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon, has been canceled.
Celebrity Strictly Come Dancing contestant Adam Thomas was seen sporting an uncomfortable-looking wrist support as he showed up to rehearsals for the Saturday's first live show.The 35-year-old Waterloo Road actor opened up recently about his struggle with Rheumatoid Arthritis, revealing the pain has sometimes left him unable to get out of bed. Arriving at a dance rehearsal studio in Manchester on Wednesday, 20 September, to meet his pro partner Luba Mushtuk, the former Emmerdale star appeared to be struggling with his wrist support. Speaking about his recent diagnosis, Ryan said it came as a complete shock to him and his wife of six years, Caroline.
Strictly's head judge Shirley Ballas sent fans into panic when she revealed she was ill in bed after returning from a trip to Rome.The 63-year-old ballroom legend said she suspected she'd picked up a bug on her holiday but was hoping a bit of rest would see her fighting fit in time for Saturday night's show.The Queen of Latin luckily had her devoted mum Audrey, 86, on hand to take care of her, bringing her some comfort food to her sick bed. Filming herself in a dark room wearing a dressing gown in bed, Shirley revealed she was using her resting time wisely - researching "the best air fryers". “What a difference a day makes," she said.
Naman Ramachandran The U.K.’s Theatre Royal Windsor has postponed comedian and actor Russell Brand’s live show “Bipolarisation.” The theater management team shared the following statement from the promoters of Russell Brand’s “Bipolarisation” tour: “We are postponing these few remaining addiction charity fundraiser shows, we don’t like doing it – but we know you’ll understand.” More to follow.
Russell Brand’s next UK live show is in question, with the UK’s Theatre Royal Windsor preparing to update this afternoon, as Brand’s book deal is put on ice by his publisher.
It may have been 20 years since Cat Deeley presented SMTV Live, but she hasn't aged a day since.The TV presenter, 46, kicked off her impressive career when she hosted Saturday Morning Television Live (SMTV) alongside Ant & Dec from 1998 to 2002. She went on to present hit shows such as Fame Academy, Stars in Their Eyes, So You Think You Can Dance and recently made an appearance alongside close pal Dermot O'Leary to celebrate the launch of his new book.The presenters beamed as they posed alongside each other as Demort launched his book "Wings Of Glory" at Cahoots on Thursday in London.
Russell Brand has told fans he "absolutely cannot" the rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse allegations made against him as he took to the stage at a sold out gig in Wembley.The 48-year-old vehemently denied the claims in a video on Friday night before they were published by The Times on Saturday afternoon, and has now addressed them further. According to The Sun, he told the crowd at the Troubadour Wembley Park theatre in London: "I really appreciate your support.