These are Elton John’s 15 favourite songs of 2023

Noel Gallagher and Manchester City footballer Jack Grealish have curated playlists of their favourite songs ahead of Manchester City’s game in the FA Cup this weekend.In collaboration with Apple Music, the pair have shared their ‘Remote Island Records’, explaining why they love their choices and looking forward to City’s match against Huddersfield on Sunday (January 7).Among Gallagher’s choices are tracks by The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Jam. Listen to his playlist and see him discuss the choices below.A post shared by The Emirates FA Cup (@emiratesfacup)Grealish, meanwhile, chose songs by Ronan Keating, Robbie Williams, Lewis Capaldi and Dido‘s ‘Thank You’, which he said brings back “real good memories”.He also picked the FISHER remix of Bob Sinclair track ‘World, Hold On’ and said: “It reminds me of my summer.

Legendary singer Sir Elton John has sent his 'love and thoughts' to Kate Garraway and her family following the death of her husband Derek Draper.

Harry Johnson, an actor with scores of credits spanning 40 years that ranged from the original Battlestar Galactica to Buffy the Vampire Slayer, several Dick Wolf series and the famous “Harry & Louise” commercials, died January 2 of in Los Angeles after a long illness. He was 81.

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Miley Cyrus, which was released in January and went on to spend 10 weeks at the top of the singles charts. Other female acts who dominated the singles chart included Dua Lipa, Kenya Grace, Ellie Goulding, Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, RAYE and more.More impressively, 48.5 per cent of all songs to reach the Top 10 in 2023 were released by women – a milestone which meant it was female musicians’ highest annual share of Top 10 hits of the century. Check out the 10 best-selling singles of the year overall below.1. Miley Cyrus – ‘Flowers’2. Dave & Central Cee – ‘Sprinter’3. RAYE ft 070 Shake – ‘Escapism’4. Taylor Swift – ‘Anti-Hero’5. Calvin Harris & Ellie Goulding – ‘Miracle’6. Rema ft Selena Gomez – ‘Calm Down’7. SZA – ‘Kill Bill’8. PinkPantheress ft Ice Spice – ‘Boy’s A Liar Pt. 2’9. Harry Styles – ‘As It Was’10. Libianca – ‘People’As for albums, The Guardian reported that the last 12 months marked the ninth year of growth for the British music industry, with sales and streams increasing by 10 per cent (equivalent to 182.8million albums) and streaming hitting a record high with 179.6billion over the year.

Charli XCX is reportedly working on music for Britney Spears‘ comeback album.Spears hasn’t released any music since 2016’s ‘Glory’, taking a hiatus to fight the conservatorship her father had held over her since 2008. Jamie Spears was suspended from his role as conservator in 2021.Despite that, she has guested on two songs – will.i.am‘s ‘Mind Your Business’ from last year and Elton John‘s ‘Hold Me Closer’ from 2022.Now, sources have suggested that Charli XCX is part of the writing team for Spears’ prospective comeback album, but has not yet met her.“The Britney album is being kept top secret.

Elton John has allegedly completed a new album with Brandi Carlile.During a recent roundtable conversation with Clash Music, The Who‘s Pete Townshend – who has been close friends with the ‘Tiny Dancer’ singer for over 50 years now – shared that John has been at a loss following the end of his farewell tour. He ended up reaching out to Carlile to begin working on a project.“Elton is so fraught with loss at not knowing what to do next.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music Elton John and Brandi Carlile apparently have recorded a new album together, according to an interview with Elton’s longtime friend, the Who’s Pete Townshend, that was published by Clashmusic late last month. Speaking about Elton’s plans now that he’s retired from touring, Townshend said, “Elton is so fraught with loss at not knowing what to do next.

Elton John has unveiled his favourite festive songs of 2023.The legendary singer-songwriter shared his selection as part of a Christmas edition of his Rocket Hour show on Apple Music.The list included his own 1973 festive hit ‘Step Into Christmas’ along with seasonal songs and covers by Elvis, RAYE and Phoebe Bridgers.Taking to his official Instagram account, ahead of the show he wrote: “It’s the Rocket Hour Christmas Special! This year I have selected an eclectic mix of old and new, ranging festive classics from The Ronettes, Elvis Presley and Greg Lake, to some of my favourite new Christmas songs and covers from contemporary artists including RAYE, Phoebe Bridgers and Sufjan Stevens, as well as some lesser-known deep cuts.

Barack Obama has published his annual favourite songs of the year list, with Beyoncé, Stormzy, Mitski and more making the cut in 2023.Beyoncé’s ‘America Has a Problem’ remix featuring Kendrick Lamar, Stormzy’s ‘Toxic Trait‘ featuring Fredo and Mitski’s ‘My Love Mine All Mine’ all feature on the list, which also includes songs by Dave and Central Cee, Megan Thee Stallion, Tyla, Burna Boy and 21 Savage, Blondshell and more.“Here are some of my favorite songs from this year,” Obama wrote on Twitter/X today (December 29). “Let me know if there are any artists or songs I should check out.”The former president included more releases by Big Thief, Tems, Asake, Victoria Monét, 6LACK, Jon Batiste, Karol G and Shakira.Here are some of my favorite songs from this year. Let me know if there are any artists or songs I should check out.

Barack Obama has published his annual list of his favourite films of 2023 – check out the full list below.The former president has long been publishing his personal lists of favourite music, films and books at the end of every year.In a post on X, Obama introduced his list by writing: “Earlier this year, writers and actors went on strike to advocate for better working conditions and protections. It led to important changes that will transform the industry for the better.”Earlier this year, writers and actors went on strike to advocate for better working conditions and protections.

Sir Elton John’s lyricist Bernie Taupin has described him as a “good psychiatrist” in a new interview.Speaking with Goldmine magazine for their Winter 2023 edition, Taupin recalled memories from the start of his over five-decade songwriting career, during which he became known for his work as Elton John’s lyricist. The songwriter told the publication that John is one of the first people he reaches out to for advice, calling him “the ultimate psychiatrist”.“If you need to get something off your trust, he’s the first person you need to go to to get some easy answers,” Taupin said.

In the years since One Tree Hill aired its final season in 2012, its talented cast of stars has grown up. Many of the younger actors played high schoolers. They’re adults now, and so many of them have children of their own!

Father John Misty has premiered a new song, ‘Corpse Dance’, live as part of his newly released live album, ‘Live at the Sunset Cultural Center, Carmel​-​by​-​the​-​Sea, CA 12​/​15​/​2023’.Recorded just days ago, on December 15, the live album features an 18-song setlist, including the unreleased cut, ‘Corpse Dance’. The newly unveiled tracks clocks in at over seven minutes.On the track, Father John Misty – real name Joshua Michael Tillman – croons: “She is patient/ The act of creation / May one day produce a happy man / Won’t have to do the corpse dance with these arms”Listen to the live debut of Father John Misty’s ‘Corpse Dance’ below.It is currently unclear if ‘Corpse Dance’ will feature as part of Father John Misty’s next project.‘I Love You, Honeybear’‘Nancy From Now On’‘Mr. Tillman’‘Ballad Of The Dying Man’‘Please Don’t Die’‘Goodbye Mr. Blue’‘The Dead Mouse One’‘We Could Be Strangers’‘I’m Writing A Novel’‘Total Entertainment Forever’‘Chateau Lobby #4 (In C For Two Virgins)’‘The Next 20th Century’‘Holy Shit’‘I Went To The Store one Day’‘Chloë’‘Hollywood Forever Cemetery Songs’‘Corpse Dance’ (unreleased, live debut)‘In Twenty Years Or So’Father John Misty’s 2022 album, ‘Chloë and the Next 20th Century’, scored a glowing five-star review from NME‘s Sophie Williams, who wrote: “‘Chloë and the Next 20th Century’ showcases what Tillman’s imagination can do when it is set free to explore new and unpredictable sonic paths.

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Barack Obama, took to social media to share his favorite books of 2023. The former mandatary, also an author, divided his list of favorite things into three parts, continuing his annual tradition by releasing the books he enjoyed the most.

, , , , , and more may not return until sometime in 2025. (Don't worry, we'll be the first to update this post if they wind up on the 2024 schedule).However, let's look on the bright side, shall we? Bridgerton after more than two years (!), and House of the Dragon returns for its sophomore season. The second half of is also on the schedule.

A third season of Starz‘s period erotic comedy Minx isn’t likely in the cards, according to co-EP and star Jake Johnson.

Ryan Gosling is getting ready for awards season. The actor has released a record made in collaboration with Mark Ronson, responsible for the “Barbie” soundtrack, featuring three new songs, including “I’m Just Ken.” The record is also Christmas themed, and was dropped right in time for the holidays. Meet Ryan Gosling’s spooky band ‘Dead Man’s Bones’Golden Globes 2024: Pedro Pascal and Selena Gomez are among the nomineesThe record was released alongside a music video, which shows Gosling performing alongside Ronson and Andrew Wyatt, the other music supervisor for “Barbie”.

Daniel Johnston catalogue project have been shared and will feature a remastered version of his first 14 seminal releases.The project – titled ‘Daniel Johnston In The 20th Century’ – will restore the late indie-rock icon’s 20th-century discography, starting with his 1981 lo-fi homemade debut cassette ‘Songs Of Pain’.Johnston’s early work will be available for the very first time in 24-bit lossless audio. The first phase is comprised of his first 14 seminal releases from 1980 to 1998, with each recording remastered from their original source tapes by Shimmy-Disc founder and longtime collaborator, Kramer.All 14 LPs are now available via danieljohnston.bandcamp.com as pay-what-you-want downloads until the end of today (December 20).