Elton John wants to see new blood on the Official Albums Chart: "Why aren't good new albums in there? Because of people like me!"

ABBA have announced a new 30th anniversary version of their greatest hits collection ‘ABBA Gold’.The collection is one of the most successful releases in recorded music history, with more than 32 million sales worldwide.It’s the second highest selling album of all time in the UK, spending more than 1,055 weeks on the Official UK Albums Chart, making it the longest running album in the Official Albums Chart Top 100 ever.Released on September 21, 1992, ‘ABBA Gold’ contains some of the Swedish pop legends’ biggest hits including ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Knowing Me, Knowing You’, ‘Take A Chance On Me’, ‘Mamma Mia’ and ‘The Winner Takes It All’.To mark 30 years since it was released, a version in new formats is being released on September 23 [available to pre-order here].The formats are as follows: new 2LP Picture Disc in heavyweight vinyl, housed in die-cut gatefold sleeve; new gold cassette – also available in black; and gold 2LP – gold 2 x 180g vinyl. Brand new limited edition ABBA merch will also be available to pre-order soon.It follows the recent news that ABBA’s Benny Anderson and Elton John worked together on a new song mash-up for TikTok – watch it here.The pair remotely performed a live rendition of each of their songs before they were blended in the TikTok audio app.

the honour falls to the UK and we have the opportunity to celebrate Sam Ryder coming second in this year’s event. The Eurovision host city will be decided in the coming months with London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool and Sheffield joining Leeds in campaigning to be the competition’s venue. In order to be chosen to hold the competition, cities must demonstrate that they have a 10,000-seater venue and are located within close proximity to an international airport.

LF SYSTEM have done it – locking in a straight month at Number 1 on the Official Singles Chart with their breakthrough single Afraid To Feel.

Central Cee makes a Top 5 debut this week as he secures this week’s highest new entry on the Official Irish Singles Chart with Doja.

Britney Spears has reportedly returned to the studio after six years and joined forces with Sir Elton John to duet one of his most beloved classics, Tiny Dancer. The pop star teamed up with the English composer last week, meeting at a Beverly Hills recording studio to record the track. Tiny Dancer first appeared on Elton John’s 1971 Album Madman Across The Water. An anonymous source told Page Six that this project was “Elton’s idea, and Britney is a huge fan.

Britney Spears is ready to reintroduce herself to the music world. Fresh off a wedding and free from her conservatorship, Spears has recorded a remix version of Elton John’s "Tiny Dancer," according to a new report.  Per Page Six, John and Spears met in a Beverly Hills studio to record last week. Universal Music will release the track next month.  Spears had taken a hiatus from her music, with the most recent release being back in 2016 with her album, "Glory." Britney Spears is teaming up with Elton John for "Tiny Dancer." (Getty Images) She has hinted at recording new music via social media in the past, but nothing has come to fruition.  "Tiny Dancer" was originally released in 1971.

Nova Twins have spoken to NME about representing rock on this year’s Mercury Prize shortlist – as well as their recent praise from Elton John and what the future might hold. Watch our interview with the band aboveThe rock duo were speaking to NME from the London launch event for the prize yesterday (Wednesday July 27), where their acclaimed second album ‘Supernova’ was named as one of the Albums Of The Year alongside records by the likes of Sam Fender, Yard Act, Harry Styles, Little Simz, Self Esteem and more – an honour they described as “crazy!”“We are so happy,” said singer and guitarist Amy Love. “It’s a bucket list moment, for us.

Central Cee debuts at Number 1 on the Official Trending Chart with his brand new track, Doja. 

Britney Spears has been secretly recording a duet with Elton John, which will mark her official return to music after six years of silence. The two have been updating his classic song "Tiny Dancer" at a Beverly Hills recording studio."This was Elton's idea, and Britney is a huge fan.

HELLO! is delighted to announce the judging panel line-up for this year's Inspiration Awards.MORE: Submit your #HellotoKindness nominee in this year's Inspiration AwardsWomen's Hour and Countryfile presenter Anita Rani will join Strictly Come Dancing's Johannes Radebe, Julia Bradbury, Saira Khan and our editor-in-chief Rosie Nixon to help whittle down the shortlist for two prestigious awards ahead of this year's ceremony, which will take place on 4 October at Corinthia London Hotel.WATCH: The biggest moments from last year's awardsAnita will once again be hosting the lunchtime event, which is sponsored by luxury childrenswear retailer Childsplay Clothing and celebrates Britain's most selfless and giving individuals who have gone that extra mile to help others who are in need of support.READ: Time to NOMINATE your Star Mum in this year's Inspiration AwardsMORE: Anita Rani joins HELLO! to launch this year's Inspiration AwardsEach category shines a spotlight on people - both famous and not - who have inspired others with their bravery and kindness, with last year's winners including Sir Elton John and David Furnish, Clara Amfo and Rochelle Humes.This year, two of the categories will be voted for by you, with Anita, Johannes, Julia, Saira and Rosie choosing a shortlist of your nominees for the Star Mum and #HelloToKindness awards."These awards are so special because they offer an opportunity to find some of Britain's true heroes - the everyday superstars who are making lives better for others on a daily basis," HELLO!'s editor-in-chief Rosie said.

John Wick: Chapter 4 has been shared today – you can check out the image below.Reeves returns to play the titular assassin for the fourth instalment of the franchise, alongside Laurence Fishburne, Shamier Anderson, Donnie Yen, Bill Skarsgård and British singer Rina Sawayama in her feature debut.The first look at Reeves’ return in the role sees the assassin seemingly saying a prayer in front of an alter.Check out the image here:And so it begins… #JW4 pic.twitter.com/xBgHCRWqJf— John Wick (@JohnWickMovie) July 21, 2022Back in December, Lionsgate announced John Wick: Chapter 4 would be released in cinemas worldwide on March 24, 2023.The new release date was revealed in a short teaser from the studio, pushing the film back nearly a year from its planned release on May 27, 2022.Speaking about the film’s script last year, Fishburne said: “As much as it’s the same world as the other three films, it’s just deeper.“It’s much deeper in terms of the code of the assassin and the relationship that he has with one character in particular who I think Mr. Watanabe is playing… is really the heart and soul of it.”John Wick: Chapter 4 will be directed by Chad Stahelski and produced by Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee.

Lady Gaga's stadium tour for the summer, has finally begun in Düsseldorf.MORE: Lady Gaga shares her at-home makeover and she looks phenomenal The legendary pop singer is playing 20 shows while on tour in the UK, Europe, the US, and Asia in support of her most recent album Chromatica.One of the most renowned artists of our time, Lady Gaga delights fans who have been patiently awaiting the tour that was delayed in 2021 by resuming her legendary voice, distinctive stage presence, and extravagant costumes.WATCH: Discover Lady Gaga's most jaw-dropping outfits and red carpet moments of all timeGaga posts new images from her most recent tour to Instagram in an emotional statement about being back on stage, expressing gratitude to those who supported her in helping her setlist come to life. Being able to tour again for the first time since 2018 was definitely a memorable experience for Gaga.MORE: Lady Gaga sends fans wild with cheeky poolside pictureThe Born This Way singer captions the photos: “I’m so incredibly grateful to everyone who worked with me to build this show, and helped me express a vision of freedom and joy through music, dance, fashion, art and technology.”She continued: “I never thought I’d be on stage like this again.

Elton John has had one incredible career, but he's ready to hang up his touring shoes now as he continues on his Farewell Yellow Bring Road Tour.MORE: Elton John and David Furnish 'deeply saddened' as they pay tribute to 'great friend' following sad deathThe English singer has been on the road for years now, with the tour first kicking off in 2018, and is slated to finally wrap in July 2023.VIDEO: Elton John's sons ski like pros in unbelievable videoSpeaking to Music Week earlier in the week, he confessed that this was the finish line for him when it came to going on the road."I can tell you now that this is it," he shared. "I will not be devoid of music but as far as schlepping around the world doing shows, I don't want to do it anymore.

Two things were inescapable in the long hot summer of 1976 - the energy-sapping heat and that twee Number One by Elton John and Kiki Dee - Don't Go Breaking My Heart - blaring from every radio.

Legendary performer Elton John is saying goodbye. Wrapping up a 50-plus year career with a farewell tour, the British pianist and vocalist has created some of the most memorable and enduring music in the history of pop-rock, songs burned into the collective DNA of humanity. John kicked off the final leg of his North American farewell tour Friday night at Citizens Bank Park, home of baseball’s Philadelphia Phillies.