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Elton John: New artists should ‘play in a pub’ instead of on The X Factor

The 77-year old musician has warned emerging talent away from the instant fame that comes with televised music competitions.

Evening Standard

U2 to make history as first Irish songwriters awarded Ivors Academy fellowship

They follow in the footsteps of artists including Sir Elton John, Kate Bush, Beatles star Sir Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen.

Evening Standard

“American Idol - just the worst. Take risks. Go and play in a pub”: Elton John has a blueprint for musicians who want to establish themselves and have a long career - and it doesn’t involve TV talent shows

“Just keep trying to play live,” he says. “That’s the way you improve as a musician and a songwriter”

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‘We put all of life into the mincer’: These New Puritans on their kaleidoscopic new album

Adored by Björk, Massive Attack and Elton John, the cult avant-popsters are back with an album that takes in everything from Greek church bells to Ukraine. We meet the Barnett twins among the Southend amusement arcades

The Guardian - UK

Anastacia on her debut 25 years ago: ‘I wasn’t feminine enough. I wasn’t white enough or Black enough’

INTERVIEW: On the anniversary of her hit debut album, the Noughties icon sits down with Hannah Ewens to talk celebrity impressions, baby Botox – and why she’ll tap out ‘gracefully’ when the time comes

The Independent UK

Sir Elton John is struggling to sign autographs as his eyesight deteriorates

Sir Elton John is struggling to sign autographs as his eyesight gets worse.

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Olly Alexander craves anonymity

Music star Olly Alexander has admitted that he used to dream of being famous.

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These don't go to 11: New teaser trailer for Spinal Tap II: The End Continues reveals that the band's amp volume levels now go even louder

They're so loud, in fact, that you can't even put a number on it

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“This time, we’re going beyond 11”: Spinal Tap sequel’s teaser trailer reveals Nigel Tufnel’s surprise new electric guitar of choice

Spinal Tap II: The End Continues has been given an official release window – and its first trailer offers a very brief glimpse of Tufnel's surprising new six-string

Guitar World

The Most Ambitious Horror Of The Year Found Its Roots In Blaxploitation

Mark Anthony Green explains how classic Black cinema influenced his horror film, 'Opus.'

Inverse

“This time, we’re going beyond 11.” Watch the first teaser for Spinal Tap sequel Spinal Tap II: The End Continues, as a release date for the second 'rockumentary' on the legendary English hard rock band is announced

Prepare to go one louder with David St. Hubbins, Nigel Tufnel, Derek Smalls, Elton John, Paul McCartney and more

Metal Hammer

UK music streaming tops £1bn sales but AI threat looms, BPI finds

The increase was partly driven by platforms raising their subscription prices during the year.

The Independent UK

NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, March 12 (game #640)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

TechRadar

“What they talk about is political, and there’s not many bands that do that”: Elton John heaps praise on Ireland’s breakout hip-hop stars Kneecap

One of pop’s biggest-ever names has expressed his love for Kneecap, lauding the trio’s energy and lyricism

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"It's kind of scary singing it in front of the person who wrote it and sang it": Chappell Roan sings Your Song and duets with Elton John on Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me and Pink Pony Club

She played the 77-year-old’s annual Oscars party

Evening Standard

Sir Elton John praises Irish band Kneecap for being ‘political’ with their music

Sir Elton spoke to Nick Grimshaw on BBC Radio 6 Music.

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'You made it so I could be the artist I can be': Chappell Roan pays emotional tribute to Sir Elton John

Chappell Roan thanked her idol Sir Elton John for doing so much for the LGBTQ+ community at his annual Academy Awards viewing bash on Sunday (02.02.25).

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Everything That Went Down At The Celeb-Packed Oscars After Parties

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“They said, ‘We need a good singer.’ We said, ‘What’s the matter with James Hetfield?’” NWOBHM survivors Raven on giving insecure Metallica their first national tour, and pioneering the 8-string bass and bass trem

Even after 50 years and a near-fatal accident, British metal’s Gallagher brothers still have enough attitude to give young bands a run for their money

Salon

Elton John criticizes Trump's USAID cuts

In a post to Instagram, John emphasized the "devastating effects" these cuts could have on the HIV response

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2025 Oscars: 'Wicked' And 'The Brutalist' Lead Nominations

Discover highlights from the 97th Academy Awards, including top winners, notable moments, and the intersection of fashion and politics.

The Independent UK

Oscar winners — and losers — laugh, drink and dance together at after-parties

Oscar winners and losers partied together at post-show galas across the Los Angeles area

Louder

"She’s so kind to do this. She’s one of the biggest stars in the world right now": Watch a pink sparkly cowboy hat-wearing Elton John perform Pink Pony Club with Chappell Roan at his Oscars viewing party

Elton John shared some very kind words for Chappell Roan before duetting on her massive hit Pink Pony Club

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Sir Elton John admires 'candid and wonderful' Chappell Roan

Sir Elton John voiced his admiration for "candid and wonderful" Chappell Roan as she performed at the singer's annual Academy Awards viewing party on Sunday night (02.03.25).

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