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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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      Nineties indie band frontwoman, 47, has barely aged a day 26 years after quitting group and starting new life in LA

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      NINETIES indie band frontwoman Isobel Campbell has barely aged a day 26 years after quitting Belle and Sebastian and starting new life in LA. The 47-year-old shot to fame when she was just 19 as part of the popular band.Isobel Campbell looks incredible 26 years after quitting Belle and SebastianCredit: InstagramThe singer pictured back in 2006Credit: Times Newspapers LtdBelle and Sebastian was founded in 1996 by Stuart Murdoch.The group consisted of Stuart, Isobel, Stuart David, Stevie Jackson, Chris Geddes and Richard Colburn.Over the years they has released 12 studio albums which include hits such as The State I Am In and If You’re Feeling Sinister – and they are still a band now. However, Isobel is not part of it anymore.Read more on musicAfter six years in the group, Isobel decided to part ways with Belle and Sebastian.In 2002 the singer began working on her solo career. During her time as a solo artist, she also decided to leave Scotland and move over to Los Angeles with her husband Chris Szczech. At first she was known as Gentle Waves, but then decided to change her stage name to her own moniker.Most read in MusicDuring her time as Gentle Waves, she released two albums The Green Fields of Foreverland in 1999, and Swansong for You the following year.Three years later Amoirno followed, then Milkwhite Sheets in 2006.During lockdown There Is No Other was released.To this day Isobel is still creating music. Earlier this month her new single ‘Everything Falls Apart’ was released – which is from her new album Bow To Love, released next month.Speaking about her latest music, she said: “The album is about what we’re all in right now, and my response to that and my life as a microcosm within that.“I think there’s a quote from A Course In Miracles which says, ‘Love brings up everything unlike itself for the purpose of healing and release.’ “Maybe these horrible things are coming up and out so we can get rid of them and things can be better.”Back in 2020, when asked how her music has evolved she told PRS for Music: “I feel like I’ve been studying it my whole life.”It’s one of my favourite things to do. It’s like completing a puzzle. In the beginning I was much less experienced. “After doing it for a while I learned to trust that even if something is not coming together sometimes something will, and it will be really good. “And sometimes if it doesn’t come together then just leave it, you can’t really force it.”I usually just trust what will feel right, but then try not to worry too much if it doesn’t.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think it’s good to edit a lot and move on to the thing that is actually working. “And sometimes it’s unpredictable, because sometimes an idea that I’m most excited about will be quite disappointing and then sometimes something that’s throwaway will be the best thing. It’s a mysterious mistress.” 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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      Rihanna fans stunned as she dons massive shrub style outfit for Puma ad & demands ‘be grass or drop the album’

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      RIHANNA has fans taken aback by her bizarre outfit for a Puma ad, and they demanded her next album be released.While the singer has been focused on her FENTY x PUMA collection and other clothing and beauty lines, she’s appeared to put her music career on the back burner.Rihanna stunned in a massive shrub style outfit for a new Puma adCredit: The Mega AgencyShe posted photos and a video of the ad, promoting her FENTY x PUMA collectionCredit: The Mega AgencyFans have been getting antsy about when Rihanna, 36, will release her ninth studio album, given the Needed Me singer’s last full-length project, ANTI, dropped in 2016.Their frustrations heightened on Thursday when the performer shared photos and a video on Instagram of her donning a massive shrub-style ensemble for the shoe ad. Some pics captured the mother of two lounging in a grassy field wearing a top that appeared to be made out of green leaves, perfectly blending into the ground.Others showed the star in an even wilder getup of a head-to-toe look that resembled a tree as she balanced on a giant tire.Fans complained in the comments of her Instagram posts that they wanted new music instead of a new clothing collaborationCredit: Instagram/badgalriri/PumaMany thought that the ad signaled that she’s never putting out a new albumCredit: Instagram/badgalriri/PumaRihanna captioned the post, “Down to earth. New #creeperphatty out now.”The video showed the Umbrella singer in more interesting nature-inspired attire, though it focused more on her footwear.She captioned it, “Earth tone. New creeper phatty coming at ya right now puma.com and select retailers.”However, fans weren’t excited about the launch and instead flooded the comments with pleas for Rihanna to release more music.Most read in Celebrity”SHOES?! Girl we said MUSIC,” one disappointed fan wrote. “Everyone thought it’s a new single,” another remarked.Rihanna admits regret over ‘things I would never do as a mom’ after going topless and having ‘panties out’_”Quit playing hide n seek with my emotions! Where’s the album!” a third demanded.Rihanna stop crawling on the grass and crawl back to the studio please,” added a fourth.”Be grass or drop the album,” a fifth sarcastically said, while others complained the Barbadian singer would “do anything but give us new music.”Earlier this week, fans were convinced that Rihanna would “never release a new album” after noticing a major change on her Instagram page.Rihanna recently raised eyebrows when she changed her Instagram profile photo to a Fenty productCredit: GettyThe actress had updated her profile photo from a stick figure doodled face to a Fenty product against a sunset background.Fans voiced their thoughts about the changeup on X, formerly Twitter, with many believing a new album isn’t coming at all. “She really changed it to an alien holding [a] Fenty product, we’re never getting that album I fear,” one social media user wrote.”Well, thanks for reminding us that we’re never getting the album Rihanna,” a second commented.”The stick hands holding her Fenty beauty products… she’s sick,” a third said.”That music is never coming,” a fourth predicted.”We never getting this album,” echoed a fifth.”No album coming this year,” a sixth agreed.”We lost,” one more added with a few crying face emojis.BOY MOMFans thought the superstar might surprise them with a new album following her show-stopping 2023 Super Bowl LVII Halftime Show.During the performance, Rihanna showed off her growing baby bump due to a clothing mishap, which revealed she was pregnant with her second child.She welcomed her son, Riot, on August 1, 2023, whom she shares with rapper A$AP Rocky, 35.The couple are also parents of a son, Rza, born on May 13, 2022.’EVERYTHING CHANGES’In an interview with British Vogue, Rihanna spoke about how parenthood changed the pair’s dynamic in their relationship. “We’re best friends with a baby. We have to be on the same page, but we’ve always kind of had that in our relationship,” the Forbes billionaire explained.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Everything changes when you have a baby, but I wouldn’t say it’s done anything but made us closer.”Rumors recently surfaced that the pair are expecting their third child. Rumors recently surfaced that Rihanna is pregnant with her third childCredit: Getty More

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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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      Denise Welch takes a savage swipe at Taylor Swift after singer branded Loose Women star’s son Matty Healy ‘small’

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      DENISE Welch has taken a savage swipe at Taylor Swift she branded her son Matty Healy ‘small’.The international pop star stunned fans earlier this week when she released not one but two albums.Denise Welch has taken a savage swipe at Taylor Swift she branded her son Matty Healy ‘small’Credit: InstagramThe singers dated for a period after Taylor’s split from her long-term boyfriend Joe Alwyn last yearCredit: GettyIn some of the newly-released tracks Taylor, 34, appears to reference her short-lived romance with 1975 frontman MattyCredit: GettyThe Smallest Man Who Ever Lived, from Swift’s album The Tortured Poets Department, appears to be about Matty, 35Credit: instagramBut in some of the newly-released tracks Taylor, 34, appears to reference her short-lived romance with 1975 frontman Matty.The singers dated for a period after Taylor’s split from her long-term boyfriend Joe Alwyn last year.Matty’s Loose Women mum Denise Welch was even snapped with Taylor as she got to know the panellist.However, she’s now swiped at her while hosting Thursday’s edition of the ITV talk show.more on taylor swiftThe 65-year-old’s co-stars asked her if she had listened to any of Taylor’s new hits.Replying, she said: “I wasn’t aware she had an album out at all… Anyway I wish her all the best.”The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived, from Swift’s album The Tortured Poets Department, appears to be about Matty, 35.Another track, Fortnight, gives a flavour of the heartbreak Taylor experienced when their romance ended.Most read in CelebrityMatty finally broke his silence on the new album when he was stopped in the street and quizzed on the tracks.He had a mature response when a journalist approached him on the street in the US and asked for his thoughts on Taylor’s “diss” track about him.Watch the moment Matty Healy breaks silence on ex Taylor Swift’s ‘diss track’Wearing a navy hoodie and white vest top, a surprised Matty said: “My diss track? Oh [laughs], I haven’t listened to the album much but I’m sure it’s good.”He then politely continued on his way, casually walking along the sidewalk.Last night we exclusively revealed that Healy is working on new music and, crucially, didn’t sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) during his romance with Taylor.Those who know Healy told us he had no idea he was going to be referenced and only found out when his name started trending on social media last Friday.Timeline of Taylor and Joe’s RelationshipThe couple had six years together, much of which they tried to keep a secret.
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      A source said: “Matty is currently keeping a low profile working on The 1975’s next album.“This time last week he had no idea he was about to become one of the most talked about men on the planet.“He has opted to keep silent, but no NDA has been signed.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Like Taylor, he uses his music as a form of release and storytelling.”It’s naturally caused him to think about their time together and he’s never been one to hold back when speaking his mind.”The international pop star stunned fans earlier this week when she released not one but two albumsCredit: instagram More

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      Noughties rock legend fuels rumours she’ll join legendary band for iconic reunion, saying ‘they should ask me!’

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      ROCK legend Amy Lee has fuelled rumours she’ll join Linkin Park for their iconic reunion, saying “they should ask me!”The Grammy award-winning singer and Evanescence frontwoman responded after reports Linkin Park were rehearsing with a female singer.Amy Lee of Evanescence has teased an epic crossover with Linkin ParkCredit: GettyThe band said they want to go on tour with a female singerCredit: GettyLinkin Park frontman Chester Bennington tragically died in 2017, having sold more than 100 million records and fronting one of the biggest bands in the world.Amy, 41, told Canada’s iHeart Radio she’d like the gig.She said: “I have not heard that. No, I have not been contacted or anything like that. “But I’m a huge fan, I feel like our worlds, our fanbases are a lot of the same people.”READ MORE ON NOUGHTIESThe Bring Me To Life singer added of the rumours: “No, it’s not true”But that’s awesome. They should ask me about that. I don’t have a ton of free time, but I might do it part time.”Singer Chester took his own life in 2017 aged just 41.The father-of-two died just months after close pal and fellow rocker Chris Cornell also died by suicide.Most read in CelebrityIt comes after Evanescence fired guitarist Jen Majura in May 2022.Jen told Ibagenscast last year: “Altogether, I have not been good. “I’m okay, but I’m far away from being good… When life throws s**t at you, honestly… I mean, take a look at the whole scenario.” Noughties rock band set for first UK tour as they pay tribute to their dead superstar frontmanShe revealed she came out of a relationship before the Covid pandemic, adding: “In the beginning of 2020, I lost my dear-hearted relationship. “That was followed by two years of isolation and lockdowns and the whole pandemic situation. “Great! And then finally things get back to kind of ‘normal-ish’, and then May happens. “So I can’t really say that my past few, couple of years have been great. So 2023 is gonna be amazing, right?”Evanescence has since announced Sick Puppies bassist Emma Anzai has joined the lineup.Jen Majura, Tim McCord, Amy Lee and Troy McLawhorn of EvanescenceCredit: Getty More

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      Nineties pop heartthrob and Celebrity Big Brother star welcomes second baby and reveals very unusual name

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      A NINETIES pop heartthrob and former Celebrity Big Brother star has revealed he’s become a dad for the second time. The 42-year-old took to Instagram to share the happy news with snaps of his newest addition. Ben revealed he and wife Sara had welcomed a little boyCredit: InstagramThe couple are already parents to daughter Skylar, who was born in 2021Credit: InstagramBen shot to fame in 1998 in pop group A1Credit: GettyBen Adams, who shot to fame with pop group A1 in 1998, and wife Sara Skjoldnes already share daughter Skylar, who was born in 2021. And his post revealed Sara had given birth to a baby boy who they’ve named Storm. Ben wrote: “Here he is!”Storm Skjoldnes Adams born on 23/04/24 at 13.17 weighing 9 pounds/4.1 kilos. BIRTH IS NO JOKE! More on nineties stars”Tears, sweat, exhaustion, bravery… but thankfully I managed to get through it and am recovering well. Thanks for asking “(@saraskjoldnes_adams did ok too). Let’s go home!”A1 was made up of Ben, Paul Marazzi, Christian Ingebrigtsen and Mark Read. They enjoyed chart success with hits like Same Old Brand New You and their cover of Take On Me by a-ha. Most read in ShowbizIn 2002 Paul left the group, citing “personal reasons” and the group subsequently split up. Ben took part in the sixth series of Celebrity Big Brother in 2009, finishing in fifth place. A1 and CBB star Ben Adams reveals he’ll be a first-time dad at 39 as fiancee Sara is pregnant with their first babyA1 reunited shortly afterwards and Paul returned to the group in 2017. They’ve been releasing music ever since and last year announced a huge tour. Ben took part in Celebrity Big Brother in 2009Credit: Rex More