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Andrew Lloyd Webber in works with Gary Barlow on “Take That songs”

July 10, 2012   gina_EPpopmusic   No comments
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Andrew Lloyd Webber has revealed that he is working with Gary Barlow on new material.

The Sun reports that the famed composer is penning music with Barlow for Take That’s next album release.

Lloyd Webber told the newspaper that he has been coming up with music for Barlow, who he worked with on the Diamond Jubilee track ‘Sing’. He said:

“I am writing with Gary Barlow again. I’ve come up with the tune this time and he’s already emailed me with lyrics this morning. It hasn’t got a title yet.”

He continued: “Gary’s going to be down in Majorca this summer and so will I, so we’ll get together and something will come out of it.”

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Sir Paul McCartney likens gigs to exercise as he turns 70

June 18, 2012   gina_EPpopmusic   No comments
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Sir Paul McCartney has said he’s been doing exercise for years – on stage.

The Beatle, who turned 70 today (June 18), is quoted by the Daily Star as suggesting that he treats live shows as something of a workout.

However, he added that he still isn’t feeling the pain despite his age. He said:

“I’ve been having cardiovascular exercise for years but it’s on stage. I can’t believe I do a three-hour show without taking a breath. You assume you would be feeling it now but it’s the opposite.”

The music world meanwhile have been paying tribute to McCartney as he celebrates his 70th birthday, with Paul Weller recording a special charity cover for the occasion.

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Gary Barlow promises 2013 Take That tour

June 12, 2012   gina_EPpopmusic   No comments
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Gary Barlow has promised that Take That will head out on tour in the UK next year.

Speaking to BBC Radio 1, Barlow told fans that the pop group are planning on hitting the country’s stadiums in 2013.

And he said that he “hopes” they bring out an album too. Speaking about a stadium tour, Barlow said:

“Absolutely, definitely yeah. Oh yes. I can promise you that.”

Barlow meanwhile spoke about his chart topping Diamond Jubilee track ‘Sing’, stating that he thinks it will be hard to beat it in the future. He said:

“Well you know what, I always get to this point and go ‘well nothing’s going to top that’, and then something else comes along. But I’ve gotta say, it’s going to take something very special to top that one.”

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Spice Girls Diamond Jubilee Concert heartbreak

June 06, 2012   gina_EPpopmusic   No comments
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Iconic British girl group the Spice Girls have revealed their regret and disappointment at not having performed at the Queen’s Jubilee Concert over the bank holiday weekend.

Back in February, Mel C confirmed that the girl power pioneers would not be taking part in the nationwide celebrations and told Lorraine Kelly:

“Unfortunately we don’t plan to perform or reform, so I’m sorry to disappoint anybody. We often have things that we talk about and it was something that we discussed, but unfortunately it’s not going to happen.”

All Saints singer Nicole Appleton tweeted a public message to both Melanie C and Emma Bunton telling them the Spice Girls should have performed at the Diamond Jubilee Concert: “Ok the spice girls should have rocked this show!!..Xxx”

Mel C also added: “Bit miffed I’m not down at Buckingham Palace :-( x”

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Music’s top stars prepare for Diamond Jubilee concert

June 04, 2012   gina_EPpopmusic   No comments
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A host of top music names are preparing ahead of tonight’s (June 4) Diamond Jubilee gig in London.

Take That star Gary Barlow has been overseeing the event, which will see the likes of Sir Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and Jessie J perform at the concert outside Buckingham Palace.

JLS, who are also playing the show, have been building up to their performance on Twitter with words of appreciation, tweeting:

“So the day is here..performing for Her Majesty The Queen at the Diamond Jubilee Concert! Huge moment 4us..thanks 4the love & support..Marv x.”

Kylie Minogue meanwhile tweeted a photo of herself rehearsing for the event wearing a plastic poncho as the wet British weather reverted to type.

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John Lydon refuses to be part of Sex Pistols’ Jubilee campaign

April 17, 2012   gina_EPpopmusic   No comments
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John Lydon has declared that he has nothing to do with the re-release of Sex Pistols’ ‘God Save The Queen’ in the week of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

The iconic punk rocker, whose band caused controversy by releasing the original during the Queen’s Silver Jubilee, revealed in a statement issued today that he has no desire to be a part of the campaign to see the track chart one place higher than it managed in 1977.

He said: “I would like to very strongly distance myself from the recent stories and campaign to push God Save The Queen for the number 1 spot over the Jubilee weekend. It is certainly not my personal plan or aim.

“I am proud of what The Sex Pistols achieved and always will be but this campaign totally undermines what The Sex Pistols stood for. This is not my campaign.”

The 56-year-old, who recently reunited with Public Image Ltd to record the band’s first new album in 20 years, continued: “I am pleased that the The Sex Pistols recordings are being put out there for a new generation however I wish for no part in the circus that is being built up around it. I am currently very focused on Public Image Ltd.”

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Mel B refuses to rule out Spice Girls reunion

March 16, 2012   gina_EPpopmusic   No comments
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Mel B has suggested that there’s still a possibility the Spice Girls may reform for the upcoming Queen’s Diamond Jubilee concert.

Speaking to presenter Nadia Sawalha on ITV’s ‘Lorraine,’ the 36-year-old refused to confirm Melanie C’s recent comments that the band weren’t going to appear at the Buckingham Palace event on June 4:

“I never say never. I’m always up for a Spice Girls reunion.

“It’s my perfect excuse to get my boots on, get my hair going, being louder than life.”

The new ‘Dancing With The Stars Australia’ co-host fuelled rumours about their possible appearance in a Twitter message last month, but has since been contradicted by both Melanie C and then Geri Halliwell, who hinted that Victoria Beckham had declined an offer to perform at the show.

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