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Band Aid’s Festive Anthem Slammed For Its Lyrics Of “Racist And Patronising African Stereotypes” - deadline.com - Britain - Ethiopia - Nigeria
deadline.com
25.12.2023

Band Aid’s Festive Anthem Slammed For Its Lyrics Of “Racist And Patronising African Stereotypes”

Nearly 40 years after it topped the UK Christmas pop chart and made millions of pounds for charity, Band Aid’s charity anthem has come under fresh fire for its lyrics, which critics say perpetuate racist and patronising stereotypes of African people.

Ronan Keating brands Louis Walsh ‘jealous’ in shock rant and reveals why he sacked ex-manager - www.ok.co.uk - Ireland
ok.co.uk
18.03.2024

Ronan Keating brands Louis Walsh ‘jealous’ in shock rant and reveals why he sacked ex-manager

Ronan Keating has slammed his former manager Louis Walsh, branding him a 'jealous bulls****’ in a sweary rant. It comes as Louis Walsh, 71, who is currently starring in Celebrity Big Brother, called the Boyzone star a ‘pr**’ in front of millions of viewers. Speaking to former X Factor judge Sharon Osbourne, Louis said: “He was such a p***k…Everybody thinks he's a lovely guy, do you know what I mean?' Louis also hit out at Ronan’s career, saying: “He hasn't had a hit record since I left.

Inside Louis Walsh's famous fallouts with Cheryl, Ronan Keating and Westlife - www.ok.co.uk - Ireland - Dublin
ok.co.uk
13.03.2024

Inside Louis Walsh's famous fallouts with Cheryl, Ronan Keating and Westlife

Louis Walsh left fans aghast when he accused Jedward of being "vile" on last night's Celebrity Big Brother. The 71-year-old managed Irish twins John and Edward Grimes, 32, after they shot to fame on the X Factor in 2009. However, in a jaw-dropping revelation he accused the duo of being nothing more than a "novelty", despite claiming to have made £5million out of the Under Pressure stars.

Roman Kemp's 'debilitating' health condition and 'massive' decision to quit Capital FM role - www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk - Britain - Los Angeles - USA
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
02.03.2024

Roman Kemp's 'debilitating' health condition and 'massive' decision to quit Capital FM role

Roman Kemp will take on one of the highest-profile jobs in his broadcasting career when he hosts the BRIT Awards 2024 with Maya Jama and Clara Amfo. The presenter has called it a "real pinch me moment".

New George Michael coin revealed by the Royal Mint - www.nme.com - Britain
nme.com
26.02.2024

New George Michael coin revealed by the Royal Mint

Wham! legend George Michael.The coin is the latest addition to the Royal Mint’s Music Legends series, which commemorates iconic British performers by creating a coin in their honour.In the collectable, Michael is depicted wearing his signature sunglasses, looking down, while an engraving of the refrain from his 1987 solo track ‘Faith’ is also shown. Splashes of black and red are featured on the otherwise silver design, as they were colours used prominently throughout his career.Sandra Deiana, the coin’s designer, explained that she wanted to capture “a detailed portrait” of the musician “that captured his charismatic expression” (per BBC).

Steve Wright’s son Tom shares emotional tribute to icon DJ after death: “God rest your soul, Dad” - www.nme.com - Britain - Los Angeles - county Wright
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19.02.2024

Steve Wright’s son Tom shares emotional tribute to icon DJ after death: “God rest your soul, Dad”

Wright’s family confirmed that he had passed away, writing: “It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright.“In addition to his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy, Steve leaves behind his brother, Laurence and his father Richard. Also, much-loved close friends and colleagues, and millions of devoted radio listeners who had the good fortune and great pleasure of allowing Steve into their daily lives as one of the UK’s most enduring and popular radio personalities.”Now Tom, who is a club promoter, has revealed that he flew back from Los Angeles to be with his father in the days before he died.As reported by the Evening Standard, he said: “It meant the world to me that I was able to get to know my Dad in a way I never had in the months before he died.

Shane MacGowan’s widow reacts to Wham! beating The Pogues to Christmas Number One - www.nme.com - Britain - New York - New York - Dublin
nme.com
27.12.2023

Shane MacGowan’s widow reacts to Wham! beating The Pogues to Christmas Number One

Shane MacGowan’s widow Victoria Mary Clarke has reacted to the news that The Pogues’ ‘Fairytale of New York’ was beaten to Christmas Number One by Wham!’s ‘Last Christmas’. Writing on X, she posted a link to the George Michael/Andrew Ridgeley track and said: “I love Wham!!! We loved George.” Wham! claimed the top spot on Friday (December 22), finally landing the coveted Christmas Number One for the first time after 39 years. I love ❤️ Wham!!! We loved George ❤️ Wham! – Last Christmas (Official Video) https://t.co/k1nrzqC8X3 via @YouTube— @victoriamary (@Victoriamary) December 24, 2023It made history as having the longest-ever journey to the UK Christmas Number One, after being held off the top on its original release in 1984 by Band Aid’s ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’.

Prince Louis steals the show during Princess of Wales' carol concert with adorable gesture - www.ok.co.uk - Charlotte
ok.co.uk
25.12.2023

Prince Louis steals the show during Princess of Wales' carol concert with adorable gesture

Prince Louis stole the show during the Princess of Wales' Royal Carols: Together At Christmas, which was shown on ITV on Sunday night, 24 December.The little prince was spotted in a sweet moment that left viewers delighted. His mum, the Princess of Wales hosted a special Christmas carol service at Westminster Abbey, focusing on early childhood and thanking those who support the youngest members of society. Earlier this month, Kate Middleton held her Together At Christmas event.

Wham!'s Last Christmas music video star unrecognisable 40 years later - www.ok.co.uk
ok.co.uk
23.12.2023

Wham!'s Last Christmas music video star unrecognisable 40 years later

As Wham! finally returns to top the charts with festive smash hit Last Christmas, Kathy Hill, the star of the band's iconic music video for the track, looks unrecognisable nearly 40 years after the hit. The 67 year old once played George Michael's love interest in the festive video, sporting dark brunette curls and a yellow cardigan, but now, she's swapped her dark locks for stunning blonde curls and is looking better than ever. Kathy has been showing off her incredible physique on Instagram, posting snaps of herself in bikinis and stylish outfits as she keeps up her fans updated with her day to day life.

George Michael’s Christmas Song Makes History With UK’s Christmas Number One Spot, 40 Years On - deadline.com - Britain - Ethiopia
deadline.com
22.12.2023

George Michael’s Christmas Song Makes History With UK’s Christmas Number One Spot, 40 Years On

Last Christmas by Wham! has made pop history, topping the Christmas chart for the first time since it was released almost four decades ago.

Wham! earn Christmas Number One spot with ‘Last Christmas’ after 39 years - www.nme.com - Britain
nme.com
22.12.2023

Wham! earn Christmas Number One spot with ‘Last Christmas’ after 39 years

Wham! have earned the Christmas Number One with their iconic holiday hit ‘Last Christmas’ after attempting to land the spot for 39 years.The track was penned and produced by the late George Michael with the aim of landing the Christmas Number One in 1984. However, ‘Last Christmas’ was kept off the top spot upon release by Band-Aid’s ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’, a track that would go on to become the second best-selling single of all time.Today, almost four decades later, ‘Last Christmas’ has earned the festive top spot.

Wham! end long wait for Christmas number one after missing out for 39 years - www.ok.co.uk - Britain - county Wake
ok.co.uk
22.12.2023

Wham! end long wait for Christmas number one after missing out for 39 years

Wham! have secured the Christmas 2023 number one single with Last Christmas, having missed out on the title for 39 years. The pop duo, comprised of the late George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley, landed the top UK chart spots for their first and second albums and also found success with a number of hits – including Last Christmas in December 1984.

Inside BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Nikita Kuzmin's Dubai getaway with girlfriend after final - www.ok.co.uk - county Williams - Uae - county Fountain - city Layton, county Williams
ok.co.uk
22.12.2023

Inside BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Nikita Kuzmin's Dubai getaway with girlfriend after final

It's been a busy few months for professional dancer, Nikita Kuzmin, who just missed out on winning the iconic Glitterball trophy with his partner, Bad Education star Layton Williams, during this year's Strictly Come Dancing. However, since the grand final, the 25 year old has been enjoying some well-deserved down time with his girlfriend, as they both jetted off to Dubai for some winter sun just before Christmas.

Lil Tjay and Fivio Foreign share drill rework of Wham!’s ‘Last Christmas’ - www.nme.com - New York - city Columbia - city Northampton
nme.com
19.12.2023

Lil Tjay and Fivio Foreign share drill rework of Wham!’s ‘Last Christmas’

Lil Tjay and Fivio Foreign have flipped Wham!‘s iconic 1986 song ‘Last Christmas’ into a rambunctious drill song.Tjay and Foreign have been friends for some time. The latter even credited the former for getting his deal at Columbia Records in a 2020 interview with esteemed radio personality Angie Martinez.

Unseen picture of Princess Kate as a toddler drives fans wild as they spot family similarity - www.ok.co.uk - Charlotte - city Charlotte
ok.co.uk
18.12.2023

Unseen picture of Princess Kate as a toddler drives fans wild as they spot family similarity

The Princess of Wales has shared a never-before-seen Christmas photo ahead of her third annual Together at Christmas carol concert which will air later this week on Christmas Eve. The adorable snap, taken 40 years ago, shows Kate as a baby during the Middleton family Christmas celebrations in 1983.

Simon Cowell's Royal Variety appearance leaves viewers baffled as he's compared to late iconic pop star - www.ok.co.uk - Britain
ok.co.uk
18.12.2023

Simon Cowell's Royal Variety appearance leaves viewers baffled as he's compared to late iconic pop star

Simon Cowell left viewers stunned on Sunday night [17 December] as he made his annual appearance at The Royal Variety Performance 2023.Taking to the stage the Britain's Got Talent judge, 64 was quickly compared to the late iconic pop star George Michael. Near the start of the star-studded show, which was attended by Prince William and Kate Middleton, Simon joined Bradley Walsh on stage to introduce this year’s winner of Britain’s Got Talent, Viggo Venn. For the occasion, the TV star donned a smart black suit and a pair of orange-tinted sunglasses.

Prince Louis steals the show at Christmas carol service as he tries to blow out candle - www.ok.co.uk
ok.co.uk
17.12.2023

Prince Louis steals the show at Christmas carol service as he tries to blow out candle

Prince Louis was the star of the show at his mum Kate Middleton's Christmas carol service when he tried to blow out a candle. The adorable five year old was seen taking a big breath to put out his candle at the Together At Christmas event, while his mum let out a huge smile.

Coronation Street spoiler clips as Daisy confesses, Evelyn's trapped and Jenny and Carla make discovery - www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
11.12.2023

Coronation Street spoiler clips as Daisy confesses, Evelyn's trapped and Jenny and Carla make discovery

Evelyn Plummer will find herself in danger next week in Coronation Street as her new nemesis takes her hostage. The much-loved character has been trying to stop a dodgy bloke about the street mistreating his dog.

Coronation Street fans stunned by Andy Whyment's real voice as he's branded 'Mariah' over 'George Michael' duet - www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk - Jordan - Charlotte, Jordan
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
09.12.2023

Coronation Street fans stunned by Andy Whyment's real voice as he's branded 'Mariah' over 'George Michael' duet

Coronation Street star Andy Whyment has stunned his followers as he reminded them of his 'real voice'. The actor, who is famed for playing Kirk Sutherland in the ITV soap, was among the cast enjoying the show's annual festive bash on Friday night (December 8).

Coronation Street's Jennie McAlpine looks gorgeous in soap reunion after third baby as co-star spotted amid 'exit' - www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk - Manchester
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
09.12.2023

Coronation Street's Jennie McAlpine looks gorgeous in soap reunion after third baby as co-star spotted amid 'exit'

Coronation Street star Jennie McAlpine looked gorgeous as she enjoyed a reunion with her castmates amid her maternity leave after welcoming her third child at Easter. The actress left the cobbles earlier this year as Fiz Dobbs as per her temporary exit.

Coronation Street fans beg 'please' as Paul Foreman star Peter Ash shares 'finished' message and heads out with co-stars - www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk - Manchester
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
09.12.2023

Coronation Street fans beg 'please' as Paul Foreman star Peter Ash shares 'finished' message and heads out with co-stars

Coronation Street fans were been left begging after one of the soap's much-loved stars shared a 'finished' message before heading out with his co-stars. Peter Ash was among the ITV soap's stars who hit the town on Friday night (December 8) for Corrie's Christmas bash.

Prince Louis makes very cheeky move at Kate Middleton's carol concert as Charlotte laughs - www.ok.co.uk - Indiana - Charlotte
ok.co.uk
09.12.2023

Prince Louis makes very cheeky move at Kate Middleton's carol concert as Charlotte laughs

Prince Louis' cheeky antics at mum Kate Middleton's carol concert had his sister, Princess Charlotte, in fits of giggles on Friday, 8 December.The young Royal was spotted blowing out his big sister's candle during the festive event. The Royal children, including their sensible older brother Prince George, were seen having a bit of fun at the annual Westminster Abbey event hosted by their mum.

Home Entertainment: ‘George Michael: Portrait of an Artist’ Blu-ray review - www.thehollywoodnews.com - Britain
thehollywoodnews.com
07.12.2023

Home Entertainment: ‘George Michael: Portrait of an Artist’ Blu-ray review

Over the last couple of years, we’ve been treated to several George Michael-focused features; from the posthumous Michael co-directed George Michael: Freedom Uncut to this year’s Netflix Wham! documentary. Here’s another chronicle of the pop icon from director Simon Napier-Bell who manages to peel away the gloss and offer a different angle.George Michael: Portrait of an Artist starts at the beginning: the Wham! years, where two school friends met and formed what would become one of the biggest bands of their time.

New George Michael documentary set for release on DVD and Blu-ray next week - www.thehollywoodnews.com
thehollywoodnews.com
29.11.2023

New George Michael documentary set for release on DVD and Blu-ray next week

Netflix’s Wham! documentary and the George Michael co-directed George Michael: Freedom, which is the ultimate second part of a whopping double-header that I urge you to do over the Christmas period. And now, you can add another to the list; George Michael: Portrait of A Legend which is available on special collectors’ edition Blu-ray and DVD with a smashing a host of extras and a 44-page booklet.I’ve not seen this one as yet but I’ve heard good things.

David Bowie Corrected Lyric Sheet Set To Top $100,000 At Auction - deadline.com
deadline.com
26.11.2023

David Bowie Corrected Lyric Sheet Set To Top $100,000 At Auction

The latest piece of celebrity memorabilia being made available is a handwritten lyric sheet penned by David Bowie, with estimates that the souvenir could reach up to £100,000 ($126,000) when it is sold at auction.

BBC Strictly star Bobby Brazier's 2 word message for late mum Jade Goody amid show tribute - www.ok.co.uk
ok.co.uk
25.11.2023

BBC Strictly star Bobby Brazier's 2 word message for late mum Jade Goody amid show tribute

Bobby Brazier, the EastEnders star and son of Jade Goody, has shared his feelings about losing his mum when he was just five years old. In a touching interview with The Mirror, Bobby revealed: "If I could see her again for one moment, I'd tell her, 'Thank you' and give her a cuddle." Tonight, 20 year old Bobby and his Strictly Come Dancing partner Dianne Buswell, 34, will perform a special tribute to Jade, who sadly passed away from cervical cancer in March 2009, aged 27.Their Couple's Choice routine is set to This Woman's Work by Maxwell - a song that holds a lot of meaning for Bobby. Before the show, Bobby explained why this song is so important to him.

‘The Crown’ season six soundtrack: every song in the final episodes - www.nme.com
nme.com
16.11.2023

‘The Crown’ season six soundtrack: every song in the final episodes

The Crown season six features a wealth of ’90s nostalgia.Created by Peter Morgan, the Netflix show’s final season starts off in 1997 weeks prior to the death of Princess Diana (Elizabeth Debicki) and her lover Dodi Fayed (Khalid Abdalla) in a Paris car crash. The season is set to conclude in 2005, with the wedding between Prince Charles (Dominic West) and Camilla Parker Bowles (Olivia Williams).The season has been split into two parts, with the first four episodes being released on November 16, and the final six episodes arriving on December 14, 2023.The final season’s score is composed by Martin Phipps, who previously did the score for the show’s third, fourth and fifth seasons.

Michael Jackson jacket from 1984 Pepsi ad sells for £250,000 at auction - www.nme.com - Jackson
nme.com
13.11.2023

Michael Jackson jacket from 1984 Pepsi ad sells for £250,000 at auction

Michael Jackson in the 1980s has sold for £250,000 ($306,000) at an auction.The black and white jacket, which was worn by the late pop icon in a 1984 Pepsi advert was expected to fetch between £200,000 and £400,000 at the Propstore London auction on Friday (November 10).The garment was among more than 200 pieces of music memorabilia sold, alongside a George Michael jacket and a hairpiece that belonged to Amy Winehouse.The La Rocka! jacket worn by Wham!‘s late singer in the music video ‘I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)’, alongside Aretha Franklin, sold for £93,750 including the buyer’s premium.Winehouse’s beehive hairpiece worn in the 2007 music video for ‘You Know I’m No Good’ from ‘Back to Black’, sold for £18,750, including the buyer’s premium. It was expected to go for somewhere between £15,000 and £30,000.Other items that sold belonged to David Bowie, Queen, Oasis, Elvis Presley and Johnny Marr.Elsewhere in the auction, a Gibson guitar that belonged to AC/DC‘s Angus Young did not sell, nor did a limited edition Yellow Submarine Beatles jukebox.A separate high-profile auction will see Tupac’s prison memorabilia go on sale, including a never-before-seen mugshot and prison ID.

Wham! and Mariah Carey Christmas songs enter charts earlier than ever - www.nme.com - Britain
nme.com
13.11.2023

Wham! and Mariah Carey Christmas songs enter charts earlier than ever

Wham! and Mariah Carey have entered the UK charts earlier than ever this year.Wham!’s ‘Last Christmas’ and ‘Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ entered the chart at number 37 and and 40 in the UK Top 40 this weekend, respectively.Last year, it wasn’t until the third week of November that a Christmas song, ‘All I Want for Christmas Is You’, appeared on the charts.Both songs will likely now remain in the charts in the lead up to Christmas over the coming weeks. Currently there are no other Christmas songs in the Top 100.Back in 2020, Carey’s ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ became a UK Number One for the first time ever, 26 years after it was first released.“Happy Christmas UK!! We finally made it!!!,” the singer said at the time.

Jacket worn by Michael Jackson in 1984 Pepsi commercial sells at auction for more than $300,000 - nypost.com - London - Jackson
nypost.com
12.11.2023

Jacket worn by Michael Jackson in 1984 Pepsi commercial sells at auction for more than $300,000

A black-and-white leather jacket that Michael Jackson wore in a 1984 Pepsi commercial sold for $306,000 at an auction in London on Friday. The jacket was listed by auctioneers Propstore among items connected to other music legends like Amy Winehouse, George Michael, the Beatles, David Bowie and Elvis, according to BBC News.

Michael Jackson Pepsi Ad Jacket Sells For $300,000 At Auction - deadline.com - Paris
deadline.com
11.11.2023

Michael Jackson Pepsi Ad Jacket Sells For $300,000 At Auction

The leather jacket worn by Michael Jackson to film a Pepsi ad nearly 40 years ago has sold at a London auction for £250,000 ($306,000).

Robbie Williams' huge net worth after Take That and solo fame - www.ok.co.uk - Britain
ok.co.uk
10.11.2023

Robbie Williams' huge net worth after Take That and solo fame

For 33 years, music icon Robbie Williams has been delighting audiences with his phenomenal career, first with band Take That, before taking the creative leap and going solo. But as well as treating the world to some unforgettable tunes, the musician has also earned himself an impressive net worth, with the star reportedly earning a whopping £222 million! Robbie’s journey to megastardom, first began at the age of 16, when the Stoke native joined 90’s boyband Take That as their youngest founding member.

Sheryl Crow reveals the life advice she shared with Olivia Rodrigo - www.nme.com - USA
nme.com
07.11.2023

Sheryl Crow reveals the life advice she shared with Olivia Rodrigo

Sheryl Crow has revealed some of the life advice that she has shared with young musician Olivia Rodrigo.Crow and Rodrigo recently performed together this past weekend (November 3) for the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame 2023 ceremony, where Crow was inducted into the illustrious hall of fame.Speaking to ET Online following the performance and ceremony, Crow spoke about working with Rodrigo and two pieces of advice she shared with the 20-year-old. “I mean, you know, I got to sort of lift her up a little bit, because she’s got a new record [out]… I know how hard the second record is, the sophomore.

Take that, Jann Wenner! Missy, Chaka and Sheryl rule at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction - nypost.com - New York - county Rock
nypost.com
04.11.2023

Take that, Jann Wenner! Missy, Chaka and Sheryl rule at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction

Chaka Khan and Missy Elliott — owned the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Friday night.After longtime Rolling Stone editor Jann Wenner was ousted from the hall’s board of directors in September — immediately after telling the New York Times that women and people of color weren’t “articulate” enough to be included in his “The Masters” book of artist interviews — it was a sure sign that times have finally changed at an institution ruled by white men since its inception in 1983.Forty years after Wenner helped found the organization — he also served as chairman from 2006 until 2019 — it was a sweet thing when Khan rocked Brooklyn’s Barclays Center with the night’s first real highlight. Watching the 70-year-old Queen of Funk roar from “I Feel for You” to “I’m Every Woman” — with assists from Common, H.E.R.

Bernie Taupin Zings Jann Wenner At Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony - deadline.com
deadline.com
04.11.2023

Bernie Taupin Zings Jann Wenner At Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony

Bernie Taupin received a Musical Excellence Award at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony Friday night at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Miguel honours George Michael with a cover of ‘Careless Whisper’ at Rock Hall 2023 - www.nme.com
nme.com
04.11.2023

Miguel honours George Michael with a cover of ‘Careless Whisper’ at Rock Hall 2023

Miguel, Adam Levine, and Carrie Underwood have paid tribute to George Michael at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2023 – watch the footage below.Michael, who died in 2016 aged 53, has been posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year alongside the likes of Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliott, Rage Against the Machine, Willie Nelson, Kate Bush and The Spinners. It was announced Michael had won the fan vote in May, having been voted over a million times.To honour the late performer, a number of musicians took to the stage to cover his songs.

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