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    Music that will help you feel Youngr

    MANCHESTER electronic music producer Youngr went viral with his one-take videos of dance-floor-friendly bootlegs.The multi-instrumentalists’ take on The Temper Trap’s Sweet Disposition hit more than 15 million views in less than two weeks.[embedded content]After releasing music on huge record labels, Youngr decided to take the power back and now operates under his own Blue Llama imprint, on which he has just released his new album Let The Music Guide Us.CLICK OR TAP ARTWORK TO STREAM YOUNGR – LET THE MUSIC GUIDE US ON SPOTIFYThe first single from the album, Tried So Hard takes a Linkin Park classic on an immersive house trip.[embedded content]As he tours the UK, we caught up with him and he’s compiled a playlist of music that inspires him.Simply Red – FairgroundThis track basically inspires every song I write. Simply Red are one of my biggest inspirations of all time. I remember it was around 1996, I was in the car with my mum driving to the shops and Fairground came on and I was like “what’s this!” At that time the only way I could get my hands on the record was going to the local library, luckily I found it on cassette, ran home, recorded it onto another cassette and played that track on repeat.[embedded content]RÜFÜS DU SOL – On my kneesThis production on this song is just outrageous. RÜFÜS DU SOL are masters at evoking deep emotion through their sound. I already had a lot of admiration for this track, but seeing RÜFÜS DU SOL live and experiencing this track live, cemented ‘On My Knees’ as one of the sickest dance tracks of all time for me.[embedded content]Calvin Harris – Flashback Most read in MusicI don’t know if the old school Calvin Harris sound gets the full credit it deserves, but that era where performed his own vocals and with a full band was truly epic. The whole Ready for the Weekend album is incredible, but Flashback will always be a stand out track for. It was the first track that I remixed, and it essentially spurred me on to create the idea of Youngr![embedded content]Delirium – SilenceWhat a tune! The definition of a classic and an absolute masterclass in the power of a strong vocal hook. That 90s trance still goes off even two decades later.[embedded content]Faithless – Become OneAnother group who has had a big influence on my sound is Faithless. Maxi Jazz’s vocals on Become One are pure perfection, that synth is just godly and the whole composition is amazing. It’s an all-time favourite of mine for sure.[embedded content]Chemical Brothers – GoodbyeI’m not alone in saying the Chemical Brothers are a constant source of inspiration for fellow musicians and humans everywhere! What a track Goodbye is, I mean that synth line is just insane. What a band and what a catalogue of music.[embedded content]Booka Shade – In White Rooms I first heard this tune whilst I was out in a club in Berlin, I must have been around 18 years old at the time and it melted my brain. It’s a simple track but the arrangement is design to get completely lost in and I’ve certainly tried to channel that hypnotic feeling into some of my own productions over the years.[embedded content]Deadmau5, Kaskade – I RememberI’ve always loved this tune. The warmth of the production is like a big friendly hug, and paired with the ethereal delivery of the vocals, it’s a superb combo and a real summer anthem.[embedded content]The Streets – Weak Become Heroes I’m not kidding when I say this whole album changed my childhood. It opened my ears to different styles of production and showed me there are no limits on creativity. That line in the 2nd verse “as the piano loops over, arms wave, eyes roll back and jaws fall open, I see in soft focus…” it’s just one of those lines that I’ll remember forever.READ MORE SUN STORIESStardust – Music Sounds BetterThis tune is just an absolute feel-good belter. The groove, the bass, the electro twang, just the whole feel of the song speaks to my soul. It’s always a feeling I try to achieve with my own music, and I hope people feel that.[embedded content] More

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    GK Barry reveals she’s dating female footballer saying she’ll ‘never go back to men’

    GK Barry has revealed she’s dating a female footballer, insisting she’ll “never go back to men”.TikTok star GK, 24, whose real name is Grace Keeling, gushed about the romance on her Saving Grace podcast – but refused to expose the identity of her lucky lady.GK Barry has revealed she’s dating a female footballerCredit: GettyShe said, “I’m not gonna say who it is, but I’m gonna give her a nickname called eyelashes. So whenever I refer to eyelashes, I am talking about the love of my life.”I’m in love. And yeah, it has been three weeks, but that’s fine. That’s absolutely fine. She came to me like a dream, and I was obsessed.”I feel like I’ve been missing out. I feel like I went very wrong with men. I don’t like men anymore. I will never go back to a man. God forbid. Yeah, I just love it. I just love it.”I feel like I’ve got spring in my step. I feel like I’m glowing. It’s the lesbian glow. I’ve got it. And yeah, that’s my life update.read more on GK Barry”But yeah, I don’t think I’ll ever hard launch though, just because I have been scared off. That been much trauma, many tears, but for now it’s eyelashes and I can’t wait.”The Don’t Look Down star went on to tell fans she’s already met her girlfriend’s pals and treated them to a £1.5k nightclub table.She explained, “I got paralytic drunk meeting her friends and her sister was there and thought, ‘Let’s keep some composure.’ But did I? No!”I was already black out drunk and the guy got us a table and said, ‘To have this table, you have to spend 1.5k.’Most read in ShowbizI thought, ‘First of all, that doesn’t sound right,’ but in my drunk state I spent 1.5k on a bottle of vodka. I don’t even like vodka.”The influencer added that she later passed out from her alcohol consumption and woke up in the sports star’s family home the next day, worrying what impression she had left.Inside GK Barry’s incredible Nottingham home as influencer shows it off on TikTokGrace rose to fame during the first Covid-19 lockdown in 2020 when she decided to make a TikTok account posting short vlogs and stories showcasing her day-to-day life.Although she originally intended in staying low-key she gained a large following in no time.By August 2020, only five months after starting her account, she had already hit 100,000 followers, reaching over one million after just over a year.After completing a degree in film studies from Nottingham Trent University, Grace furthered her education with a master’s in digital marketing.While at Nottingham Trent, she worked on the set of BBC series Doctors, and the Netflix film Hood, as well as creating content for ShawMind, a charity working to promote mental health awareness.It was believed that Grace had a boyfriend as she often referred to being in a relationship on her podcast.She was often pictured with a male companion named Billy Hunt at events.Grace gushed about the romance on her Saving Grace podcastCredit: Saving Grace PodcastShe was often pictured with a male companion named Billy HuntCredit: Getty More

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    TikTok star Maddy Baloy dies at 26 on fiancé Louis Risher’s birthday after documenting terminal cancer battle online

    TIKTOK star Maddy Baloy has died at 26 on her fiancé Louis Risher’s birthday.The TikToker known as Madison documented her terminal cancer battle online, as well as appearing with celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, 57, and Twilight star Taylor Lautner, 32.Maddy Baloy has died at the age of 26Credit: Instagram/fruitsnackmaddyOn Thursday, Maddy’s fiancé released a statement to People.”Madison passed away peacefully last night,” Louis Risher, 27, said.The widower added that his late wife was “surrounded with love.””She is so special,” Louis add.More On Maddy Baloy“I turned 27 yesterday, actually.””I was holding her hand all day and that’s all I needed,” he closed.Maddy is survived by Louis, her mom Carissa Talmege, 47, and her stepfather Lucky Talmege, 45.The late influencer reached more than 440,000 followers on her account. Most read in CelebrityIn late February, the star announced her guest appearance on Taylor’s The Squeeze Podcast.”Being on guest on a podcast” was on her bucket list.At the end of the video, Maddy smiled at the camera as she posed with the Abduction actor and his wife, Taylor Dome.More to follow… For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videosLike us on Facebook at TheSunUS and follow us on X (formerly Twitter) at @TheUSSun More

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    Who are Campbell and Jett Puckett?

    THIS social media couple has gained thousands of views and a massive online fan following just by “fit check” videos. Meet the hyper-viral couple that has been dominating TikTok feeds with their unique content creation.TikTok influencers Campbell Puckett and Jett Puckett have amassed millions of viewsCredit: The Mega AgencyWho is Campbell Puckett?Campbell Puckett, known as “Pookie” by her followers, is a social media influencer with over 250,000 followers on TikTok.She started as a content creator and lifestyle blogger from Atlanta.The University of Mississippi graduate attained a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in marketing in 2013. Before rising to fame, the social media sensation was an American Airlines flight attendant.According to her LinkedIn page, she also worked as an account executive for several management companies.In 2017, Campbell made a career out of content creator with her blog You Should Wear That. Thousands of fashion bloggers flocked to her Instagram reaching an audience of nearly 200,000. Who is Campbell Puckett’s husband Jett?Jett Puckett is the managing director of a mergers and acquisitions company. Most read in CelebrityAccording to Page Six, Campbell and Jett met in Philadelphia in 2015.In a TikTok video, Jett said: “I walked up to the prettiest girl at a wine bar in Philadelphia and just started talking to her.“Two days later, we were inseparable and 10 months later we were engaged.”The couple tied the knot in April 2018 after purchasing a new home in Atlanta.One of Jett’s most popular catchphrases is: “Pookie is looking absolutely fire tonight,” which he adorably says to compliment his wife. What was Campbell’s controversy about? WHILE the social media influencer is known for her sweet charm, she once got invoved in a serious controversy for which she recieved severe backlash from public.
    In January, some Reddit users started posting pictures of a woman seeming to be Campbell posing in front of a Confederate flag.
    The New York Times reported that the pictures were sourced from a Facebook page that appeared to belong to the influencer.
    Another set of pictures appearing to show Campbell wearing an old-fashioned gown also started circulating – which some users suggested was a costume for an “Old South” plantation-themed party.
    These images were found to have links to a Pinterest account of a sorority at the University of Mississippi, of which Campbell was a member.
    The influencer received severe backlash from the public and was forced to issue a statement on her Instagram as a response.
    “As some of you may have seen, some old photos of mine recently resurfaced,” she wrote.
    “At the time these photos were taken, I was 20. I didn’t fully understand the impact of my actions the way I do now, 12 years later. I fully apologize for the harm this may have caused for some and take full responsibility.”

    What is Campbell and Jett Puckett’s net worth?The couple’s “fit checks” content has earned them millions of likes, brand deals and a whopping popularity.It is not known the exact net worth of the online lovebirds. However, the couple often posts collaborations with various brands on their social media accounts.They recently took to their Instagram stories to advertise vitamin D supplements. The Georgia-based pair has been posting videos about their marriage for years.But their fame took off in recent weeks when Jett began complimenting Campbell’s outfit of the day.In a viral video, he said: “Pookie is looking absolutely fire tonight.”Who are Campbell Puckett’s parents?The lifestyle content creator is the daughter of Cynthia Campbell Hunt. READ MORE SUN STORIESOn her 30th birthday, Cynthia wished her daughter a happy birthday in a heartfelt post. Taking to Instagram, she said: “My best friend’s birthday.”Jett and pictured at the 2024 Coachella Music FestivalCredit: The Mega Agency More

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    Noughties pop legend will release new song with superstar Mariah Carey TWENTY years after it was recorded

    NOUGHTIES pop icon Daniel Bedingfield is set to release an unheard superstar duet recording from over twenty years ago.The Gotta Get Thru This singer has confirmed plans to unleash the record from the vault in an attempt to see if it can go viral and become a smash hit.Mariah Carey will be heard on Daniel Bedingfield’s unreleased balladCredit: Instagram/Mariah CareyThe star is planning to release some of his never before heard tracksCredit: RexThe star rose to fame in the early 2000sCredit: PA:Press AssociationDaniel revealed that he recorded a song with music diva Mariah Carey back at the peak of his career.Sadly, the track never received an official release with the popstar admitting it has been sitting on his hard drives ever since.The ballad is titled Thousand Life Times and is set to be a welcome treat to fans of both singers.Speaking about his decision to finally release the hit track, Daniel said: “It really burns a hole in my heart, just sitting there unreleased. The fans would love it.”Read More on MusicHe was chatting with the Daily Star about his new business venture which will see many of his unreleased tracks finally teased to the public to see if they can go viral or not.Speaking about the abundance of his music that had been overlooked by record labels, he told the publication: “There are hundreds and thousands of songs that are recorded and left on hard drives, hundreds of the best albums I have ever heard that record companies have just never released.“And so what I am fascinated with right now is creating a system to get those unreleased songs released. “Because the record companies don’t care about them but the artists really do, and the fans do.”Most read in MusicHis business, titled H00ks, will see him release 40-second snippets of tracks to see if they will perform well on TikTok.In recent years, many of the globe’s chart-toppers have gained success thanks to developing traction on viral social media platform TikTok.‘Very self indulgent’ complain Daniel Bedingfield fans as star ‘fails to play hits and leaves stage after an hour’ at comeback gigArtists have also adopted a strategy of teasing a short snippet of tracks for weeks before its release in order to drum up as much enthusiasms and excitement for the track’s official release date.Daniel is now hoping to replicate this and the releases that perform well will see an official release.He added: “Fans create videos for them blow them up on socials and then the artist knows, ‘Oh actually this music that is unreleased is the hit as it’s going viral’.”Recently, the singer came under fire from disappointed fans who were left slating his latest concerts after being left underwhelmed at the lack of recognisable songs.He became a chart-topper and an award winnerCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdHe surprised fans when he announced a return to the spotlight with three UK music gigs.But the recent show at Manchester’s Bridgewater hall left fans unimpressed, with many blasting his performance as “self indulgent”.Writing on social media, one fan wrote:“30 minutes in and Daniel Bedingfield is yet to sing a “hit,” Feels like a quite selfish concert, singing new material and doing him a disservice as his voie is still great.”Another wrote: “Really really poor, a show consisting of a load of new material that nobody came to see, very self indulgent. Sang probably 4 old songs at the most, voice went and left the stage after just over an hour. I love him but this was just disappointing!”READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile another fan also said they left the venue ‘disappointed.’“I was really disappointed too. Seemed very self indulgent lot’s of new songs very few hits, even though it was advertised as a celebration of twenty years since the successful two albums. Voice went halfway through and it was like he didn’t want to sing the well known songs.”Daniel Bedingfield’s rise to fame & career switchHe has enjoyed a life in the spotlight after becoming one of the hottest singers of the early 2000s. This is his rise to fame including his very surprising career switch.
    Bedingfield’s breakthrough hit Gotta Get Thru This was written in his bedroom and took the UK music scene by storm in the early noughties.
    After topping the charts in 2001 and 2002, his debut album sold more than 4 million copies after which he won Best Male at the Brit Awards.
    But the New Zealand born star struggled with the scrutiny of the spotlight and after his second album failed to replicate the success of the first, he retreated from the spotlight.
    When a stint in a West End musical War of the Worlds came to an abrupt end after just two months in 2016, Daniel decided to throw himself into another career.
    He followed his passion for environmental issues, working in regenerative farming.
    Speaking to The Sun, Daniel said the switch was good for his mental health after the madness of the music business.
    ” I focused it on learning languages and trying to reverse climate change, honestly. Trying to figure out regenerative practices, aggro farming, so I just learnt a lot of that.
    “It’s the same level of intensity, the eco-system’s being destroyed by human hands and we have to do something to reverse it, and I just put that same intensity into something else.

    Mariah will appear on the song Thousand Life TimesCredit: Splash More

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    Reality TV star’s X-rated OnlyFans videos leak online – just as they make dating show debut

    A REALITY TV star has had their OnlyFans content leaked online just as they made their debut on a controversial dating show.Milf Manor has left reality TV viewers gripped with its jaw-dropping format and saucy scenes.A Milf Manor star has had their OnlyFans content leaked online as they made their show debutCredit: Discovery+Divorced dad Ashley Ward has had his explicit images and videos posted on social mediaCredit: Discovery+Gym fanatic Ashley is appearing on Milf Manor with his son Jacob, picturedCredit: Discovery+Ashley has locked down his X – formerly Twitter – accountCredit: Instagram/itsashleywarddThe show, which airs on TLC and Discovery+, sees middle-aged women get the chance to find love with younger men.But in a game-changing twist show bosses introduced the studs’ greying hunky fathers.However, The Sun can exclusively reveal one star has had their X-rated images and videos leaked online.more on milf manorRetired rugby player Ashley Ward has locked down his X (formerly Twitter) account after the explicit content appeared on the platform.It’s understood the media was taken without permission from the 54-year-old’s secret OnlyFans account.Ashley’s account on the adult-sharing website – which is under an alias name – warns his subscribers that “any infringement on the rights to any content posted on my profile will result in legal action”.He is appearing on Milf Manor with his 23-year-old son Jacob after the gym fanatic finalised his divorce nine months ago.Most read in ShowbizThe Sun has contacted reps for Discovery+.Milf Manor raised eyebrows when the first series aired last year, and was branded the ‘most disgusting reality TV ever’ by some.I slept with my son’s best friend – he only found out during a game of ‘truth’, I knew he didn’t know… he said it was ‘savage’ It saw a group of ‘hot moms’ head to a stunning location in the hopes of finding love with a younger man.However, it turned out that the hunks they were going to be living with were their sons.Ashley’s account on the adult-sharing website, which is under an alias name, warns his subscribers that “any infringement on the rights to any content posted on my profile will result in legal action”Credit: Instagram/itsashleywardd More

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    Double bankrupt Katie Price claims fans mistake her for A-list pop star as she flogs discounted beauty boxes on TikTok

    KATIE Price has claimed fans mistake her for an A-list pop star while flogging discounted beauty boxes on TikTok.The former glamour model, who was declared bankrupt in 2019 and last month, took to the social media platform to sell some bits while on a live.Katie Price has been flogging beauty boxes on TikTokCredit: PAThe star said fans have mistaken her for Katy PerryCredit: Instagram/ americanidolDuring her live Katie, 45, also confessed that her fans have commented on how she looks like I Kissed A Girl songstress Katy Perry.Katie confessed: “What I get a lot lately people say are you Katie Perry. “I don’t think I do but she’s stunning.”Katy is married to hunk Orlando Bloom, and they share a child together.Read more on Katie PriceThe singer is best known for her huge hits such as Thinking Of You, Teenage Dream, California Gurls and Roar.Katie told her 1.6m followers that she is selling a beauty box, valued at £278, with 20 products in it for just £54.The mum-of-five described the box as ‘good for birthdays and Christmas presents’.There is a Katie bundle which is in a flash sale, which is being sold for £23, when it’s actually worth £80.Most read in CelebrityThe mystery bundle has seven products in it and everything’s worth £50 – but they are being sold for £16.20 – and it includes heat spray, serum, body stuff and cleansing balm.A mystery box, which is has stuff over £100 in it, is also in a flash sale and can be bought for £25.50.Katie Price’s son Junior, 18, reveals he has a secret girlfriend The box has stuff like shampoo, conditioner, heat spray and eye cream in it.Katie is due back in court in a few days time after missing her last bankruptcy hearing.Last month the star was declared bankrupt for the second time.Katie, who was not present at court, has an unpaid tax bill worth more than £750,000. She has now been summoned to the courtroom to face up to her problems once again on 14 May.Katie was first declared bankrupt in November 2019, with debts of £3.2million.Everything you need to know about Katie Price Step inside the life of former glamour model Katie Price More

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    The Repair Shop star Jay Blades reveals his beloved uncle has been ‘murdered’ as he announces break from social media

    THE REPAIR Shop star Jay Blades has revealed his beloved uncle has been “murdered” as he announces a break from social media. The TV star took to social media to make the heartbreaking announcement. He claimed his uncle was ‘murdered’Credit: TV CompanyJay took to Instagram to share the heartbreaking newsCredit: InstagramThe 54-year-old posted on Instagram sharing that he had just bid farewell to his uncle at the funeral following his tragic death weeks ago. In a sad video, Jay admitted the shocking loss had left him feeling “messed up”.He captioned the video: “Good evening all. See you soon.”Although The Repair Shop beloved presenter didn’t share details about the tragedy, he claimed his late uncle was “murdered”.READ MORE SHOWBIZ STORIES Following the the loss, he announced he will step away from social media temporarily yo prioritise his well-being.He claimed he will seek therapy during this tumultuous time. The TV host said: “Hope you’re all well. This is kind of like a public service announcement.”I’ve just been to my uncle’s funeral, he was murdered a few weeks ago. Really, super nice guy, shouldn’t have happened to him, but it really affected me. Most read in Showbiz”I feel a little bit messed up. So what I’m intending on doing is this. I’m coming off social media for a bit, and I’ll be back in a bit. Going to go and get some therapy and just chill out.”Please, take care of each other, take care of yourself, and I’ll see you guys soon.”Jay’s family and friends flocked to give their support, with Julia Bradbury offering her condolences. She wrote: “Sorry to hear this Jay. Glad you’re taking some time out.”Fred Sirieix sent a red heart emoji, while 5News host Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije said: “Look after you bro. So sorry for your loss.”Louise Minchin wrote: “I am so sorry to hear this, sending you love xx.”The popular host has faced numerous challenges throughout his career and personal life. He was raised in Hackney by his mother Barbara and maternal half-brother.He previously fought back tears after a guest was left speechless and sobbing on the latest episode of the BBC show.Kirsten and Jay were handed a replica of the famous Italian statue of David for restoration. READ MORE SUN STORIESThe guest brought in the precious sculpture to the professionals, who had no idea of the heart-wrenching story attached to it. When Jay heard the emotional story, he was utterly taken aback by the unique artwork. The BBC star didn’t disclose details about the tragedyCredit: BBC/Ricochet/Ian West More