Rick Astley says Blossoms are “doing exactly the same” as The Smiths

Morrissey had kind words for Blossoms and Rick Astley‘s joint shows covering old The Smiths classics.The singer, who fronted the band between 1982 and 1987, said that he was grateful for the acts’ tributes to his former band.

Blossoms and Rick Astley performed the first of two one-off Smiths cover shows last night (October 8) at Manchester’s Albert Hall – you can see footage below.Billed as ‘The Songs Of The Smiths’, the gig saw Blossoms become Astley’s backing band for a full set of theirs and fans’ most-loved Smiths songs, including ‘This Charming Man’, ‘Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now’ and ‘What Difference Does It Make?’“The Smiths have always meant so much to Blossoms, with even their rainiest songs complete with

William Earl The Norwegian Nobel Committee announced on Friday that journalists Maria Ressa and Dmitry Muratov have been awarded the 2021 Nobel Peace Prize.In a statement posted to their official site, the committee praised the duo “for their courageous fight for freedom of expression in the Philippines and Russia.

Norwegian Nobel Committee stressed that a free and independent press is essential to achieving and maintaining peace in the world.“Free, independent and fact-based journalism serves to protect against abuse of power, lies and war propaganda,” committee chair Berit Reiss-Andersen said.

“The Kelly Clarkson Show” on Monday with Astley, Salt-N-Pepa and En Vogue to announce the tour. The boy band last embarked on a MixTape Tour in 2019 to celebrate their 30th anniversary.

Four massively popular groups from the late 1980s and early 1990s are joining forces for a massive 2022 stadium tour.  New Kids on the Block, Salt-N-Pepa, En Vogue and Rick Astley appeared on "The Kelly Clarkson Show" Monday to participate in her "Kelly-oke" medley where they confirmed that they’re all going on tour from May to July for a total of 55 performances in 54 all across the United States and Canada.  In the segment, they performed a medley of their hits such as "Step by Step," "Whatta

Chris Willman Music WriterThe part of the population that is never gonna give the late ’80s and early ’90s up may be delighted by the lineup for a summer 2022 arena tour that will bring together four of the key pop and R&B acts from the era, with headliners New Kids on the Block being joined by Salt-N-Pepa, En Vogue and Rick AstleyRouting announced Monday for the Live Nation-produced “MIxTape Tour 2022” shows the quartet of artists passing through 54 cities in the U.S.

Conservative conference in Manchester. Ross will argue the Scottish Conservatives are the only party to represent the working classes against the “cosy Holyrood consensus” on issues like free speech and fair justice.

WARNING: Spoilers ahead for Season 2 of “Ted Lasso”)In news that should surprise probably no one, singer Rick Astley is as big a fan of “Ted Lasso,” and he absolutely loved being Rick Rolled by Hannah Waddingham’s character in the latest episode, when his “Never Gonna Give You Up” brought up the mood during a solemn occasion.The episode, called “No Weddings and Funeral,” centers around just that — specifically, the funeral of Rebecca’s (Waddingham) father.

Johnny Marr has told NME that the row surrounding Blossoms and Rick Astley‘s The Smiths covers band has been “dealt with”.Astley and Blossoms made headlines last week when they appeared on stage together at the Stockport band’s headline show at the O2 Kentish Town Forum to play surprise covers of The Smiths’ ‘Panic’ and ‘This Charming Man’, before announcing two special one-off tribute shows to the Manchester indie legends in London and Manchester.Not long after, former Smiths guitarist Johnny

Rick Astley has spoken out about his upcoming The Smiths covers shows with Blossoms, admitting that he “doesn’t want to tread on the history” of the legendary Manchester band.The Lancashire ’80s pop icon and the Stockport band made headlines last week when they appeared on stage together at Blossoms’ headline show at the O2 Kentish Town Forum in London to play surprise covers of The Smiths’ ‘Panic’ and ‘This Charming Man’, before announcing two special one-off tribute shows to the Manchester

Morrissey‘s website has shared a blog entry discussing the response to Rick Astley and Blossoms‘ divisive Smiths cover shows.Blossoms and Astley teamed up last week week at the former’s gig in London to cover Smiths classics ‘Panic’ and ‘This Charming Man’, with the artists subsequently announcing two Smiths covers shows in Manchester and London next month.In the new piece on Morrissey Central, written by freelance journalist Fiona Dodwell and titled ‘Morrissey, Astley and the usual suspects’,

Johnny Marr has delivered his verdict on the new Smiths covers band that’s been created by Rick Astley and Blossoms, calling it “funny and horrible”. Although it doesn’t seem like he was laughing when he said that.The Smiths guitarist was responding to footage of Astley joining Blossoms on stage at The Forum in London last week to perform ‘This Charming Man’.

Tracee Ellis Ross isn't ready to say goodbye. The actress and her co-stars are currently filming the series' final season — and it already has Ross in tears. «I don't know [how we'll make it through],» she told ET's Kevin Frazier at the 2021 Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday.

It looks like Adele and Rich Paul are officially confirming their relationship!

Adele just took a major step in her relationship with Rich Paul! The 33-year-old singer took to Instagram on Sunday to make things social media official with her 39-year-old sports agent beau.In the sweet black-and-white snap, Adele cuddles up to Rich in a photo booth, as they smile for the camera. The pic was taken at NBA star Anthony Davis' wedding to Marlen P.