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    Iconic Noughties rock stars reunite ahead of UK tour – and fans are convinced they’ve ‘worked out’ new member

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    NOUGHTIES rock fans are moshing for joy after an iconic band finally reunited on stage before they prepare to head to the UK. Heavy metal band Slipknot were spotted performing together at a tiny ‘honky tonk bbq restaurant’ called Pappy + Harriett’s in California last weekend. Rock band Slipknot is heading to the UK this yearCredit: RexThe band has a new drummer after Jay Weinberg was droppedCredit: GettySlipknot has been teasing his identity with pictures like theseCredit: INSTAGRAMThe wild group are gearing up for a tour across America and Europe – including the UK – to celebrate their 25th anniversary. And they have a brand new member to boot. Staying true to form, Slipknot head-banged away during the energetic and chaotic performance in California and they kept their faces hidden behind their trademark masks.Drummer Jay Weinberg was the second drummer of the band from 2014 but he was reportedly ‘fired’ last November due to “creative issues”. READ MORE ON NOUGHTIES MUSICWeinberg’s replacement was on stage performing in California and fans are convinced they have worked out his identity. Rumours are rife that Brazilian drummer Eloy Casagrande has taken over from Weinberg – and the band has been fuelling the fire. Last month, they shared a photograph of snapped drumsticks on Instagram with the caption: “Rehearsal.”Writing on Reddit, one Slipknot fan said: “As most of you probably know Slipknot fired Jay Weinberg last year. Most read in Music”Some have speculated that Eloy Casagrande (ex drummer for Sepultura) would be replacing him. “This morning the official Slipknot X page posted a photo of Casagrande’s signature sticks broken in half with the word ‘Rehearsal’ above it. Iconic Nineties band reveal new music and tour as they reunite with Oasis star 30 years after split”I don’t know about you, but it seems like Slipknot just confirmed he is the drummer. Or they’re just trolling.”Replying, another music lover said: “Hard to say. This would be the first actual bit of evidence to suggest it is Eloy, but considering how hard the fanbase has been rising the theory over nothing at all, the band could also be doing this as a troll. “Be nice if it was him though. He’s a killer drummer.”Slipknot was formed in the US in 1995 and it has seen several lineups over the years. For a decade, they performed as a nine-piece and enjoyed success the world over despite their aggressive image. Several band member swaps took place following the death of bassist Paul Gray in 2010. Another member, former drummer Joey Jordiso, passed away in 2021. Slipknot still has nine members, with five longstanding ones, and will be travelling to the UK later this year. The rock artists will perform at Leeds, Glasgow, Manchester and Birmingham in December, before finishing up at London’s O2 Arena on December 20 and 21. READ MORE SUN STORIESThey will also be visiting Germany, Amsterdam, Switzerland and France during their European leg. The tour, which will see them perform in Mexico and Brazil, marks Slipknot’s 25th anniversary. Jay is said to have left Slipknot over ‘creative’ issuesCredit: RexSlipknot fans are convinced Brazilian drummer Eloy Casagrande has replaced JayCredit: AlamySlipknot celebrates its 25th anniversary this yearCredit: Rex More

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      Motley Crue reveal upcoming album is inspired by Channel 4 hit series after bandmate was ‘dumped’ from group’

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      THREE years after their last release, rock legends Motley Crue are back with a growling new tune, Dogs Of War.The group, now made up of Vince Neil, Tommy Lee, Nikki Six and John 5, dropped the new song yesterday after signing a major new deal with Big Machine Records.Mötley Crüe’s new album has a surprising source of inspiration — feminist TV show The Handmaid’s TaleCredit: Ross HalfinSong Dogs Of War was inspired by the hit Channel 4 series starring Elizabeth MossCredit: AlamyAnd while the ferocious track is steeped in Motley sounds, the band’s co-founder Nikki said he got inspiration for the song from something totally unexpected.“I was watching A Handmaid’s Tale,” Nikki explains.“There was a phrase in Latin that said, ‘Don’t let those b******s grind you down’.“So I wrote it all, and then came back to the studio and I was like, ‘Hey, what about this?’”read more on showbizJohn added: “He had all the lyrics and the melody done, and sang it over the drum beat, and I was like, ‘That’s really impressive’.“It’s very cool to be in a room with that much creativity flying around.“So it all came really quick, and we had a great time doing it – and a lot of laughs.”John 5 joined the group after Mick Mars’ messy departure two years ago, which has them now locked in a rather unsavoury legal row.Most read in CelebrityWhile the band insisted in statements that they only have love for Mick, who said he wanted to step back from touring over health issues, he claims his bandmates ousted him from the group entirely.Putting that behind them, the group are now focused solely on new music and worked with their long-time producer Bob Rock for the record. Kardashians slammed by Motley Crue’s Tommy Lee who exposes Khloe’s ‘natural chin’ after she admits to plastic surgeryAnd although Nikki said creating the tune was simple, they ran into trouble when Bob suggested they lay down some lead vocals – a job usually reserved for Vince.Nikki said: “He goes, ‘You, Tommy and John are all going to sing a lead vocal, and then we’re going to have Vince join you.“I said no. I think all you could hear were my knees knocking.”In the end, and after some persuasion, the lads did give it a go and Dogs Of War sounds great for it.After forming in 1981, Motley have now sold over 100 million records worldwide and have no plans to slow down.But could they go on for as long as The Rolling Stones, who are preparing to kick off a massive tour in the US on Sunday night?READ MORE SUN STORIES“It depends on the medical and technology,” Nikki laughed.“They could maybe cut our heads off, and put us on new bodies.” More

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      Peter Kay takes swipe at Manchester venue after his shows are cancelled TWICE – leaving fans devastated

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      PETER Kay has taken a subtle but savage swipe at Manchester arena bosses after his shows were cancelled twice. Fans of the comedian, 50, have been left gutted after the plug was pulled on his stand-up gigs for a second time. Peter Kay has hit back at Manchester’s new arena after his shows were cancelled againCredit: GettyHe added a cheeky small print (ringed by The Sun) to an edited posterCredit: InstagramThe opening of the brand new Manchester CO-OP Live venue is running behind schedule, meaning Peter cannot perform there yet. But furious Peter, who has made an epic comeback in the last two years, has got his own back. Announcing that his two Manchester dates have been pushed back for a second time, he shared a newly edited tour poster online. The previous dates have been crossed out and Peter has added a small print to the bottom right-hand corner.READ MORE ON PETER KAYHe has written alongside an asterix: “If they actually open the place.”Peter was forced to apologise for a second time on Friday after being told his rescheduled dates were unable to go ahead either. He had initially been booked to perform in Manchester on April 23 and April 24, but they were moved to April 29 and April 30. But frustrated fans will now have to wait even longer to watch the Bolton-born comic perform live on stage, with new dates being set for May 23 and May 24. Most read in ShowbizSharing the news on Instagram, Peter wrote: “To everybody with tickets, my apologies once again but unfortunately the Co-op Live still isn’t ready and so, as yet, remains untested for a large-scale audience.”Consequently, they are having to reschedule my two shows yet again (I know I can’t believe it either).”Beloved comedian returning to screens for new ITV daytime show – and it’s just months away Peter explained how tickets will once again be transferred to the new dates, otherwise refunds will be issued if they’re not suitable. He added: “It’s very disappointing but your safety is important and I won’t compromise that.”Peter made his return to the spotlight after 11 years in 2022.The funnyman had stepped away from the limelight in 2017 due to “unforeseen family circumstances”.He did, however, make some one-off appearances for a number of charity specials in 2021.Peter has been busy touring with his Better Late Than Never show since December 2022. It is due to run until next year and will include one show at London’s O2 Arena a month as part of a residency. Earlier this week, however, the “gutted” comedian issued his first statement about his Manchester shows just hours before he was due to go on stage. READ MORE SUN STORIESAt the time, he said: “I’m truly gutted as I know how disappointing this will be for everyone with tickets, but obviously it’s a brand-new venue and it’s important that everything is finished and safe for full capacity audiences.”Prior to his Better Late Than Never shows, the last time Peter had been on stage was for his The Tour That Doesn’t Tour Tour… Now On Tour in 2011.Peter has had to issue an apology for the second time this weekHe is currently on a super-long tour following his epic comebackCredit: GettyPeter bowed out of the limelight in 2017 due to ‘unforeseen family circumstances’Credit: Rex More

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      Huge Eighties pop band to headline UK festival 38 years after smash hit – as singer signs deal to flog music catalogue

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      EIGHTIES pop band Crowded House return to headline a UK festival – 38 years after their debut smash hit.The group shot to fame with their debut hit Don’t Dream It’s Over in 1986.Crowded House will headline a UK gig later this yearCredit: GettyNeil Finn signed a deal to flog some of his music catalogueCredit: GettyThe rock band was formed in Melbourne, Australia back in 1985. Its founding members were New Zealander Neil Finn and Australians Paul Hester and Nick Seymour.The group will now reunite for the On The Mount At Wasing festival in Reading this summer.The official website reads: “With a career that spans almost 40 years, Crowded House have enjoyed worldwide success.READ MORE ON FESTIVALS”They have sold more than 15 million albums worldwide and in 2016, the band was inducted into the ARIA – Australian Recording Industry Association – Hall of Fame.”Crowded House have also won several national and international awards including being named International Group of the Year at the BRIT Awards and an MTV Video Music Award.”Other huge acts performing at the gig include Paolo Nutini, Jungle and Underworld. Crowded House were also big for their hit tunes Something So Strong, Better Be Home Soon and Distant Sun. Most read in CelebrityThe group have continued to perform around the world and release new music.Their latest track – Teenage Summer – was released earlier this year and is available on streaming platforms.Noughties rock legend, 45, has barely aged a day 24 years on from band’s debut album and messy split from famous exIn July, the five-piece band will perform at the Isle of Wight Festival and will be travelling across the UK, visiting Cardiff and Ireland.The group will then hit a number of US states as they continue their tour – including California, New York and Atlanta. It comes after founding member Neil Finn has now sold the rights to some of their songs.Earlier this week, Primary Wave Music announced a new partnership with Neil.The multi-million-dollar deal sees the company acquiring Neil’s music publishing catalog and writer’s share of public performance for his work with Crowded House as well as his solo material.Many of Neil’s tracks that he wrote for Crowded House are included in the deal – like Don’t Dream It’s Over, Better Be Home Soon, Weather With You and his solo material and the songs he wrote as a member of Split Enz, including the 1980 hit I Got You.The band previously split in 1996 and drummer Paul Hester quit in 1994.The rock band was formed in Melbourne, Australia back in 1985Credit: Alamy More

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      With Vampire Weekend there’s no rules…we want to get out there & everyone go wild with us, says Ezra Koenig on UK tour

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      FOR Ezra Koenig, the critical response to Vampire Weekend’s new album has been more than satisfying.Their fifth album Only God Was Above Us has been met with heaps of praise.A dog, held by Ezra, gives Chris Baio a kiss and, right, Chris TomsonCredit: Michael SchmellingKoenig says: ‘I can’t deny it’s a good feeling to know people have connected with the music and they get it’ as the band’s album has been praisedCredit: Michael Schmelling“I don’t want it to be important to me. But I can’t deny it’s a good feeling to know people have connected with the music and they get it,” says frontman Koenig.It’s been five years since the band from New York put out Father Of The Bride, essentially a solo record by Koenig.“It doesn’t feel like five years,” he tells me via a video call from his home in LA.“Not at all. I was just doing an interview with Rick Rubin for his podcast and we went through our entire career, album by album.READ MORE IN SHOWBIZ“I remember how much pressure I felt to get Contra out within two years of the first album. Back then it felt like a long time but now, even though I’d like to release music more often, five years feels like nothing.”Only God Was Above Us is the first album Koenig has written since he became a dad. He and his wife, actress Rashida Jones (daughter of music legend Quincy), had Isaiah five years ago.“It’s always been important to me to come back to normal life as I don’t like to feel like a full-time musician,” says Koenig. “With these long breaks, you get a chance to go back into regular life and being a parent is the ultimate regular life.Most read in Music“You’re engaging in family life and responsibility. This will be an interesting year because I haven’t toured much since he was a baby.“But, even back in the day, if I got home from tour, I’d be back to the laundromat or the supermarket to feel like I was connecting with real life again. Taylor Swift’s new album takes aim at ex boyfriends”But even that’s not quite as real as waking up early the next morning to drive to school.“Our son is aware of what Mum and Dad do. My wife has done voices on some kids’ shows. There’s a cartoon of the Grinch where she does a voice and he got really obsessed with that for a while.“And part of the reason the album took a long time is there were long periods where I’d go with my family to London and Tokyo, because Rashida had work in those places.“I feel like I’ve really defeated my workaholism. Now, when I have time off, I really want to hang out with my family, and take long walks and read rather than lock myself in the studio.”I feel like I’ve really defeated my workaholismKoenig Sonically, the new album is “dark and light” and the “most aggressive record Vampire Weekend have made”.But Koenig says: “This album contains some of our most positive messages and my most optimistic worldview as a lyricist.”The contrast can be heard on album opener Ice Cream Piano which begins with a muttered “f*** the world” before it transitions into a galloping indie romp.The record finishes with the eight-minute epic Hope with its gentle message of acceptance and repeated refrain of “let it go” delivered with warming brass lines and a piano riff. It’s a heavenly album.Koenig says: “I love having the dark and light together not because I like to be a smart ass but because I believe that’s the real texture of life. That’s what being human really feels like.”The album is like a journey from a kind of uneasy attitude towards a type of acceptance and hope.As a staunch supporter of US leftwinger Bernie Sanders during both his 2016 and 2020 presidential campaigns, how does Koenig feel about the possible return of Trump as President?‘Lot of admiration’He says: “It’s nothing but chaos but whatever happens it’s about accepting the things you cannot change.“I’ve never been in AA, but I know people who are and have a lot of admiration for it and I think whether you’re an alcoholic or not the Serenity Prayer can be very meaningful to all people.“So many people on this planet have been through so many things and we have thousands of years of human history to take inspiration from.”Father Of The Bride, Vampire Weekend’s 2019 album, was essentially a solo record by Koenig. But for this new release drummer Chris Tomson and bassist Chris Baio are back on board, again working with producer Ariel Rechtshaid.The singer tells me: “This album is the first time CT and I have a song, Gen-X Cops, we wrote together on it.This album contains some of our most positive messages and my most optimistic worldview as a lyricistKoenig “Over the course of the band, I’ve been lucky that I’ve received a huge vote of confidence from both Chrises. They trust me, as a songwriter and as a leader to take the band to good places.Vampire Weekend’s fifth album Only God Was Above UsCredit: Michael SchmellingKoenig and his wife, actress Rashida Jones (daughter of music legend Quincy), have a son togetherCredit: Getty“That stuff’s not always easy when you’re in your 20s. Famously, so many bands have personality conflicts, but I think we’ve reached a place where they have put their faith in me and I’ve put my faith in them.“Over the course of five albums, we’ve done it so many ways. “We’ve done four guys in a room; the singer and the producer hunched over a laptop, I did that with Rostam Batmanglij and I did it with Ariel.”Vampire Weekend is always going to be a community and it’s not just three of us. It’s the live members and the team we work with including producers.”The Surfer is another album standout that Koenig had originally worked on with former band multi-instrumentalist and producer Rostam.We have thousands of years of human history to take inspiration fromKoenig “Yes, that was one that Rostam and I started a long time ago and it was pretty different,” says Koenig. “The album version was more like Ariel and I working on new music.“I’d never quite found the right place for it on an album, but I found myself returning to the lyrics I’d written and it was suddenly darker and slower and took on a life of its own. That song was kind of reborn.”On the harmonious Prep School Gangsters — inspired by a New York magazine cover story from the 90s — Blood Orange aka Dev Hynes plays drums. Koenig is a huge fan.He says: “I’ve just always loved Dev, he’s a great person to talk to. Whenever we’re in the same city, we love to hang out and catch up.Psychedelic playfulness“This time, me and Ariel were working in New York and Dev stopped by. He’d just broken his arm playing football and had a cast on. So, he played on the album with his broken arm.”New single Mary Boone is another Vampire Weekend classic which celebrates the legendary New York art gallery owner with a psychedelic playfulness and shuffling percussion lifted by a sample of the drum loop from Soul II Soul’s Back To Life“That sample was Ariel’s idea,” explains Koenig. “And when it comes in, it’s 100 per cent worth it and we’re lucky we were able to clear it.“A big part of what Vampire Weekend does is push our music as far as it can, while having a sense of familiarity. That’s the frequency we’re trying to operate on.”Since making Only God Was Above Us, which comes from a New York Daily News headline on the album’s cover, Koenig says he’s only concentrating on Vampire Weekend.A big part of what Vampire Weekend does is push our music as far as it can, while having a sense of familiarityKoenig Past extracurricular activities have included creating an animated series for Netflix, Neo Yokio, and writing and producing songs for Beyonce, Liam Gallagher and — for the Peter Rabbit soundtrack — James Corden.But he says: “Lately, I feel mostly excited about continuing to work on my albums but I enjoy working and writing for others. “Liam was a great experience and I could listen to him talk forever. He’s such a funny guy.”After two years of not touring, Koenig has been enjoying getting back on stage and played a special show in Texas to celebrate the solar eclipse — also the day of his 40th birthday — plus a “last-minute addition” to the Coachella line-up where Paris Hilton joined them for the end of their set.“Playing a release show in Texas and then Coachella was a good week. It felt like our community coming together,” says Koenig.“Seven years ago, at the last total eclipse, I’d made a mental note that the next one was coming and it was my 40th birthday. “We’d booked the show and because it was a show in the day it meant I could enjoy myself with my family and friends. You don’t want to party at midnight when you’re 40!”Vampire Weekend will be in the UK touring in December but before that you can see them at Radio 1’s Big Weekend on Sunday, May 26, at Luton’s Stockwood Park.Koenig says: “We can’t wait. And it’s funny it’s in Luton, because I just went there for the first time in February — I went to see a Luton match.I feel mostly excited about continuing to work on my albums but I enjoy working and writing for otherKoenig “My manager is involved with the team so we got to meet some of the players and we had a great time. Harry Styles was also there.“We can’t wait to play London in December as well as we’re doing four different shows which also gives us a nice opportunity to switch things up. It’s been fun to rehearse the new album and breathe some more life into it and at the same time go back to some of the old songs.“With Vampire Weekend there’s no rules. We just want to get out there and everyone go wild with us.”READ MORE SUN STORIES
      Only God Was Above Us is out now. Vampire Weekend play Radio 1’s Big Weekend on Sunday, May 26.

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      Paul Oakenfold and Carl Cox unite to celebrate 30 years of Perfecto

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      Paul Oakenfold and Carl Cox have united for their first collaboration concentrate, released as part of Perfecto 30 – a huge celebration of the labels’s 30th anniversary.Paul says; “I’m going back to doing straight club records – underground tracks that I love. Perfecto is now a 30- year old brand. There are generations that have grown up with the sound. They got into dance music and have grown up with the label. It’s turned into much more than a label.”Carl Cox and Paul Oakenfold – AI style!A seamless blend of Paul and Carl’s unique styles, Concentrate is a testament to their collective prowess showcasing a fusion of cutting-edge sounds and infectious rhythms, an exhilarating slice of techno from two giants of dance music doing what they do best. And what better way to mark 30 years of Paul’s iconic label.Paul tells us; “Teaming up with Carl for ‘Concentrate’ was a natural evolution for us. It’s our way of paying homage to our history and to show where we’re at right now musically.  Carl is a pioneering legend that was signed to the label so it marks a nice full circle moment. This is the first collaboration of many to come.”Carl Cox adds, “Working with Paul on this track was an absolute blast. ‘Concentrate’ represents the perfect synergy between our styles, and we can’t wait for our everyone to hear it.”[embedded content]Concentrate comes out as part of this year’s Perfecto 30 – a year of special releases, remixes, collaborations and live events to celebrate a huge milestone of one of dance music’s most iconic labels. There’s a documentary coming, Welcome to Perfecto (which features commentary from the legendary likes of Fatboy Slim, Carl Cox, Todd Terry and David Guetta and more) and Paul himself will make a series of special DJ appearances crisscrossing America and the UK to Ibiza and Australia –involving the parties, festivals, and superclubs like Cream where he made his name. CLICK OR TAP THE IMAGE TO LISTEN OR DOWNLOAD PAUL OAKENFOLD’S PERFECTO 30 CHART ON BEATPORTHe’ll be revisiting Perfecto classics and deep cuts like PPK’s ResuRection, Planet Perfecto’s Bullet in a Gun, and his own smashes like Starry Eyed Surprise (the hit collaboration with Crazy Town’s Shifty Shellshock from Oakenfold’s platinum debut solo album, 2002’s Bunkka). And they’ll be releases from today’s most cutting-edge artists and producers including Velvet Cash, Danny Stubbs, Blink, Adam White, and Nat Monday.For the next chapter of Perfecto, Oakenfold claims he’s returning to the roots of the label’s original mission. “I’m going back to doing straight club records – underground tracks that I love,” Oakenfold says.LISTEN TO PAUL OAKENFOLD’S EXCLUSIVE MIX FOR THE NIGHT BAZAAR SESSIONS HEREWe caught up with Paul to find out more this week and he very kindly recorded an exclusive mix for The Night Bazaar Sessions which you can listen to by clicking or tapping the image above.Reflecting on the three decades since Perfecto’s inception, how do you feel the label has influenced the global dance music scene, and what does this milestone mean to you personally?Most read in MusicPerfecto Records is one of Britain’s longest independent dance labels with over 10 million records sold. We’ve flown the flag for British dance music around the world and pioneered some of Britain’s biggest dance acts. The milestone is a big personal achievement for me, and I think a lot of artists on the label and dance music in general, we are no longer seen as a small industry. Dance music is global now and massive. Paul Oakenfold was the focus of The Night Bazaar in Something For The Weekend on Friday 26th April 2024You’ve been recognized by Pete Tong and even the British Empire for your contributions to dance music. Can you share a moment or decision in your career that you believe was pivotal in earning you the Pioneer of the Nation accolade?It’s an absolute honour to be recognized by the British Empire as a Pioneer of the Nation by spreading dance music around the world. I’ve been making, releasing, and signing dance music for over 40 years now. Proud to be British.I’d say some pivotal moments would be becoming a DJ opening for one of the biggest bands in the world, playing stadiums for two years, championing British music. And then playing at the special Olympic Games in Abu Dhabi to over a billion people worldwide. Paul Oakenfold – A true British electronic dance music pioneer and legendWith Perfecto 30 marking a return to your roots, what inspired you to focus on underground club records again, and how do you feel the current dance music landscape has evolved to embrace these sounds?It certainly made me want to head back to my roots and make some great underground dance music I can share with a lot of people. We are starting off with my collabs with Franky Wah and Carl Cox.The current landscape in dance music is incredibly healthy. It’s a worldwide industry that gets richer ever year. Your last album, Shine On showcased an impressive array of collaborations. How do you choose your collaborators, and is there an artist or producer you’re particularly excited to be working with for the Perfecto 30 series?I really enjoy collaborating with young new artists and established artists from different genres. I choose my collaborations based on talent and being a fan. There’s so many great young musicians out there. Barry Can’t Swim, Anyma, John Summit, Rebuke, Teddy Swims, Anne-Marie, Anunnakis, Velvet Cash, AP Dhillon, and LUM1NA. [embedded content]You’ve performed at some of the world’s most unique venues, from Stonehenge to the Great Wall of China. Can you hint at any upcoming performances that might continue this tradition of groundbreaking shows?After I DJ’d at Basecamp Mt. Everest, and then I went to DJ in Area 51 in Nevada, I’m being offered a lot of unique and wonderful locations, which I’m certainly looking at.Looking back at the journey of Perfecto and your career, how do you want to be remembered in the dance music world, and what future ambitions do you have for both yourself and the label?Perfecto will be doing festivals and signing new talent from around the world. It’s a very exciting time for the label. It’s been a wonderful achievement for Perfecto and the artists on the label. We have a documentary coming out toward the end of the year, where we interviewed lots of colleagues. And we are signing a lot of new young artists, helping them today and making them stars tomorrow. Paul Oakenfold and Carl Cox at Stonehenge in 2018 – Picture: Carl Cox official Facebook pageIn an unprecedented collaboration, you and Carl Cox have joined forces to create Concentrate marking the first time you two legends have produced a track together. Can you share the creative process behind this collaboration and what it was like to blend your distinct styles into a single track? Additionally, what do you hope listeners and fans of both your music will take away from Concentrate?I loved working on this track with Carl. It’s a blend between techno, trance, and the old rave scene. It’s a really unique sounding record.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe process behind any collab is back and forth, whether you’re in the studio or not. It was the same working with Carl. Ideas flow and you share them. It was a great experience. I hope everyone likes the song!Concentrate by Paul Oakenfold and Carl Cox is out now.CLICK OR TAP IMAGE TO PURCHASE DOWNLOAD ON BEATPORT More

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      British 90s legend teases chart comeback ahead of one of the biggest year’s of his career

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      ROBBIE WILLIAMS is sick of downtime and is gearing up for a huge six months – including new music. He told his mate Andy Goldstein on Virgin Radio: “I’ve got loads of plans. Robbie Williams is gearing up for a huge six months – including new musicCredit: The Mega Agency”I’ve written loads of songs, I’ve got my film (Better Man) at the end of this year and I’m doing Hyde Park in the summer.“I have never been busier, I’ve never been as ambitious as I am right now. I am full of purpose and I am loving life.”Robbie’s biopic, being made by The Greatest Showman director Michael Gracey, is out at the end of the year. And Robbie revealed Michael has big plans for the wacky film when it comes to awards season.READ MORE IN SHOWBIZOf the big-budget movie, which will see a CGI monkey playing him, Robbie, who hasn’t released an album since 2022, said: “Big film companies are putting money into it and lots of big American film companies are putting money into the marketing – they’re talking about awards season.“I think I am about to get lucky again but I don’t know if I’ll be winning an Oscar.”We’re backing you all the way, Robbie.STRICTLY WAS WILL HORRORWILL YOUNG says pulling out of Strictly Come Dancing is still the hardest moment of his career.Most read in BizarreThe singer had to quit the BBC dancing show in 2016 after struggling with panic attacks and PTSD.Will Young says he quit Strictly Come Dancing in 2016 after struggling with panic attacks and PTSDCredit: BBCWill, who is back with new track Falling Deep, said: “I love dancing. I was actually really excited about doing the show [but] just leaving the house going 20 yards to the corner shop was hard.”Robbie Williams hints at shock career move during interviewHe added on Elizabeth Day’s How To Fail podcast: “I was in the middle of a protracted breakdown and PTSD. Imagine having panic attacks 24 hours a day.“I see it as probably the hardest point of my career.”Will is back to his best now and is heading out on a 50-date UK tour in September, with tickets on sale tomorrow.FILM director Taika Waititi has turned to Future to help him tease Belvedere Vodka’s luxury Belvedere 10 edition. The superstar said: “There is no doubt Belvedere is one of the coolest alcohol brands in the world.”It certainly beats my Aldi own-brand.Aitch’s one for the ladiesMY favourite rapper Aitch releases new track Famous Girl today – and if you’re a famous woman, you’re going to want to listen to see if he gives you a shout out.Stars including Michelle Keegan, Katy Perry and Lizzo get name-checked in the song, which comes out at 7:30pm tonight.Aitch releases new track Famous Girl todayCredit: GettyPop star Anne-Marie– who he collaborated with on her hit Psycho – also gets a nod from the Manchester-born star, along with Megan Thee Stallion, Dua Lipa and Kylie Minogue.Aitch, above, went on to make it clear he’s got his eyes on Raye, who he thinks is “sexy as s***.”I can’t say I’m not jealous. I am jealous as hell. Aitch, I’ve got a mad crush on you.DUA LIPA is keeping it casual before the busiest summer of her life.The pop star was out in New York as she gears up for her performance at Glastonbury.Dua Lipa was spotted out and about in New York ahead of her performance at GlastonburyCredit: GettyWe revealed yesterday how Dua was working on one of the most ambitious sets in Worthy Farm history.Dua is heading into tough rehearsals in the coming days and won’t be distracted after handing control of her social media to her team.She said of not having access to X: “It was a hindrance to my confidence, getting up on stage and thinking people didn’t like me or they hated the music . . . I work so hard, why should I not be able to enjoy it?”Camila’s Cat tailCAMILA CABELLO’s latest modelling job is out there.The singer posed in swimming goggles and a weird plastic hat for one snap, then on all fours with a blonde tale which looks like it was borrowed from Doja Cat’s outfit at Coachella.Camila Cabello was on all fours with a blonde tale for a snapCredit: @kingkongmagazineThe singer also appeared to cry blue tears as she sipped a warm drinkCredit: @kingkongmagazineShe also appeared to cry blue tears as she sipped a warm drink for King Kong mag. I’ve seen similar breakdowns when Starbucks got a name wrong.Camila posed in swimming goggles and a weird plastic hat for King Kong magCredit: @kingkongmagazineIT’S CRAWL OVER NOW AS ANTS HIT STONES GIGYOU might be one of the biggest bands on the planet, but You Cant Always Get What You Want.Roadies working on the first night of the Rolling Stones’ Hackney Diamonds tour in the US say the NRG stadium in Houston, Texas, has had an invasion of critters.One staffer, who shared a backstage catering document, revealed “rampant ants” were on the loose.Another warning sign on handouts for the roadies warns them to “pay attention for ants” – which I have no doubt will get Sir Mick Jagger moving with more vigour than usual.Alongside Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood, Mick will take to the stage for the first night on Sunday before playing 18 more dates across America, wrapping up the shows in California on July 17.I’ll be putting on my best cowboy hat and boots on Saturday and will fly out to Houston to watch them in action, which you can read all about next week. I’ve packed some Raid . . . just in case.Lily’s rapper fling hit a bum noteLILY ALLEN is like a brilliant broken tap – once you turn her on she just won’t stop.The actress and singer has confessed to telling a hilarious porky to one of her conquests because she didn’t want to tell him she had cosmetic surgery.Lily Allen appeared on Dish podcast with her pal Miquita OliverCredit: SuppliedShe said: “I once got off with a rapper and we were in a hotel room. He was behind me.“Well, I’d had lipo-suction in my early twenties on my bum and my thighs, and I have a couple of scars.“He was behind me and remarked on the scars. He said, ‘What are those from?’“I was too embarrassed to reveal that I had had liposuction, so I said I had a hip replacement – somehow thinking that was sexier than lipo.”READ MORE SUN STORIESShe told her story while appearing on Nick Grimshaw and chef Angela Hartnett’s Dish podcast with her pal Miquita Oliver. Her weird fib is the kind of thing I would blurt out, so I’m glad to see I’m not alone. More

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      A HUGE noughties rocker has revealed a secret feud he had with his record label.Deryck Whibley has spoken about how his former label once wanted to ditch a song that went on to be one of Sum41’s most popular.A huge oughties rocker has revealed a secret feud he had with his record labelCredit: GettyDeryck Whibley has spoken about how his former label once wanted to ditch a song that went on to be one of Sum41’s most popularCredit: GettyHis revelation comes as Deryck and his Sum41 band mates will reunite for a final outing at this year’s Download FestivalCredit: GettyThe now 44-year-old revealed about how he found out Blood in My Eyes was nominated for a Grammy in 2012.But before its success, Deryck was under pressure to drop the song from the album as it was delaying its release.Speaking to Ticketmaster, he explained: “I got a random call from our management whilst I was working alone in my home studio, and they told me that we were going to be nominated for a GRAMMY.”Deryck continued: “That record took a long time to make, and that song was one of the last ones written. The record company fought me tooth and nail to leave that song off because the record had been taking too long.more on rock music”It was overdue, and they refused to give us any more time. They cut the budget off, but I decided to pay for the rest of the record myself.”I have a home studio, so whatever costs arose, I decided I’d pay for it.”They couldn’t stop me, so I continued working on the song, which took me another six months or so. I finished it, got it on the record, and then it was nominated for a GRAMMY. It was a great ‘f*** you’ to the label.”His revelation comes as Deryck and his Sum41 band mates will reunite for a final outing at this year’s Download Festival.Most read in MusicSum 41 got together in 1996, but entered the music world in 1999 when they were signed by Island Records who released their EP Half Hour of Power the next year.However, it was not until 2001 that the mainstream listener took notice with the band’s debut album All Killer No Filler in 2001, which included the huge hit single Fat Lip.Hit 90s rock bank announces they’re breaking up after 27 years together- and fans are devastated The band’s current lineup includes lead Deryck Whibley, as well as Jason McCaslin, Tom Thacker, Frank Zummo, and Dave Baksh.In 2022 they shocked fans by announcing their split after 27 years together.The band’s current lineup includes lead Deryck Whibley, as well as Jason McCaslin, Tom Thacker, Frank Zummo, and Dave BakshCredit: Getty More

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      HER headline set on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury will be the biggest performance of her career – and Dua Lipa is going all out to impress.I can reveal the Training Season star is putting on one of the most ambitious shows in Worthy Farm history, including moving platforms, a troupe of dancers and very special guests.Dua Lipa will start gruelling dance rehearsals in the coming weeks to make sure she is fully prepared for her slot at GlastonburyCredit: GettyInsiders have told me Dua is starting gruelling dance rehearsals in the coming weeks to make sure she is fully prepared for her slot, which will also feature loads of fast outfit changes.They added: “Dua is the most pop focused headliner Glastonbury have had in years and she is pulling out all the stops to impress.“She knows how to put on a big show and she is planning to bring all of that to Worthy Farm.“Dua will have a dance troupe on stage and will be performing some seriously tricky choreography.READ MORE ON DUA LIPA“She is taking some inspiration from Kylie Minogue and will have moving platforms on the stage like Kylie did during her headline slot in 2019.“Dua will have special guests coming outtoo.“In many ways Dua feels like everything since her debut track New Love in 2015 has been leading up to this moment, so it will be a really emotional night for her.”We first revealed in October how Dua was in talks for Glasto.Most read in BizarreShe was also offered a headline slot at US festival Coachella, but chose the farm because . . . well, who the hell would turn down Glastonbury.Confirming her slot — on Friday June 28 — last month, Dua said: “I have dreamt of this moment all my life.How Dua Lipa and Callum Turner are set to be Hollywood’s hottest item“Something that lived only in my wildest dreams and highest manifestations.“I am so excited to see you all in my favourite place on earth and make it a night to remember.”We’ll see you there, Dua. We can’t wait. More