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Beyoncé has been nominated for the Best Song with a Message prize at this year's MTV European Music Awards.
The R&B superstar is up for the accolade for her track 'Pretty Hurts' and the other shortlisted acts are Arcade Fire for 'We Exist', Hozier for their song 'Take Me to Church', Alicia Keys for 'We Are Here' and Meghan Trainor, who is up for her smash hit 'All About That Bass'.
The fresh EMAs category is sponsored by Someone Like Me, a global programme from Durex, and the MTV Staying Alive Foundation both of which want to inspire and empower a generation to overcome barriers to safer sex and respectful relationships and eradicate HIV.
All the songs put forward for the prize have been chosen for containing empowering content and lyrics that encourage young people to become more socially conscious, be more confident and talk more openly and honestly without fear of judgement, on issues ranging from current affairs to sexuality.
The winning track will be selected solely via voting across Twitter, Instagram and Vine with users selecting their winner by using the hashtags '#WeExistEMA', '#TakeMeToChurchEMA', '#PrettyHurtsEMA', '#AllAboutThatBassEMA' and #WeAreHereEMA'.
The MTV EMAs ceremony takes place at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland, on November 9 and performances will come from artists such as Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran and Nicki Minaj - who will also host the much-anticipated event.
Beyoncé up for new MTV Award
Beyoncé has been nominated for the Best Song with a Message prize at this year's MTV European Music Awards.
The R&B superstar is up for the accolade for her track 'Pretty Hurts' and the other shortlisted acts are Arcade Fire for 'We Exist', Hozier for their song 'Take Me to Church', Alicia Keys for 'We Are Here' and Meghan Trainor, who is up for her smash hit 'All About That Bass'.
The fresh EMAs category is sponsored by Someone Like Me, a global programme from Durex, and the MTV Staying Alive Foundation both of which want to inspire and empower a generation to overcome barriers to safer sex and respectful relationships and eradicate HIV.
All the songs put forward for the prize have been chosen for containing empowering content and lyrics that encourage young people to become more socially conscious, be more confident and talk more openly and honestly without fear of judgement, on issues ranging from current affairs to sexuality.
The winning track will be selected solely via voting across Twitter, Instagram and Vine with users selecting their winner by using the hashtags '#WeExistEMA', '#TakeMeToChurchEMA', '#PrettyHurtsEMA', '#AllAboutThatBassEMA' and #WeAreHereEMA'.
The MTV EMAs ceremony takes place at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland, on November 9 and performances will come from artists such as Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran and Nicki Minaj - who will also host the much-anticipated event.
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Roxy Music have officially broken up.
The band's guitarist Phil Manzanera announced the news in an interview with Rolling Stone magazine, following three-and-a-half years of inactivity by the legendary band.
Confirming that Roxy Music - also comprised of lead singer Bryan Ferry, saxophone player Andy Mackay and drummer Paul Thompson - had split, Phil said: "I don't think we're going to do any more shows. I think our job is done. When we stopped touring in 2011, Andy and I looked at each other and said, 'Our job is done here.' "
Together the art rock band released eight albums in their career, which began in 1971, with their last album 'Avalon' being released in 1982.
After dissolving in 1983, the group reformed in 2001 to celebrate their 30th anniversary touring the world and playing sell-out shows.
Phil admitted he had grown tired of playing the same songs over again, after a proposed new album failed to get off the ground, and now Roxy Music are no more he is planning to launch a solo album of his own in 2015.
Speaking to Rolling Stone, he said: "Musicians like to do new things. It's unfortunate for the fans, really, because they would like you to play the same old stuff forever and ever. And they go see it and they feel like, 'Man, they aren't as good as they used to be.'
"I'm very happy doing new things. I've got a couple of albums coming in the next year."
Roxy Music split
Roxy Music have officially broken up.
The band's guitarist Phil Manzanera announced the news in an interview with Rolling Stone magazine, following three-and-a-half years of inactivity by the legendary band.
Confirming that Roxy Music - also comprised of lead singer Bryan Ferry, saxophone player Andy Mackay and drummer Paul Thompson - had split, Phil said: "I don't think we're going to do any more shows. I think our job is done. When we stopped touring in 2011, Andy and I looked at each other and said, 'Our job is done here.' "
Together the art rock band released eight albums in their career, which began in 1971, with their last album 'Avalon' being released in 1982.
After dissolving in 1983, the group reformed in 2001 to celebrate their 30th anniversary touring the world and playing sell-out shows.
Phil admitted he had grown tired of playing the same songs over again, after a proposed new album failed to get off the ground, and now Roxy Music are no more he is planning to launch a solo album of his own in 2015.
Speaking to Rolling Stone, he said: "Musicians like to do new things. It's unfortunate for the fans, really, because they would like you to play the same old stuff forever and ever. And they go see it and they feel like, 'Man, they aren't as good as they used to be.'
"I'm very happy doing new things. I've got a couple of albums coming in the next year."
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Ariana Grande has recorded a song for 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1' soundtrack.
The 'Break Free' hitmaker has teamed up with electronic music project Major Lazer for a track to feature on the upcoming film sequel's soundtrack, which is being curated by Lorde.
The 'Royals' singer previously released snippets of what fans could expect to hear on the collection, including her own track 'Yellow Flicker Beat' and her collaboration with the Chemical Brothers and Miguel titled 'This Is Not a Game'.
The track list also featured names including Kanye West, Chvrches and Charlie XCX, while "Track 5" had been left blank, until now.
Lorde took to her Twitter account yesterday (03.11.14) to announce that Ariana and Major Lazer had joined forces on a song called 'All My Love'.
She wrote: "yup.. track 5 from mockingjay: part 1 soundtrack is ALL MY LOVE - @MAJORLAZER feat. the one and only angel pipes sista @ArianaGrande (sic)."
She later retweeted a message from Ariana herself which simply read: "all my love (sic)."
'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1' is set for release on November 21 while the soundtrack is expected to be available on November 17.
Ariana Grande records song for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1 sountrack
Ariana Grande has recorded a song for 'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1' soundtrack.
The 'Break Free' hitmaker has teamed up with electronic music project Major Lazer for a track to feature on the upcoming film sequel's soundtrack, which is being curated by Lorde.
The 'Royals' singer previously released snippets of what fans could expect to hear on the collection, including her own track 'Yellow Flicker Beat' and her collaboration with the Chemical Brothers and Miguel titled 'This Is Not a Game'.
The track list also featured names including Kanye West, Chvrches and Charlie XCX, while "Track 5" had been left blank, until now.
Lorde took to her Twitter account yesterday (03.11.14) to announce that Ariana and Major Lazer had joined forces on a song called 'All My Love'.
She wrote: "yup.. track 5 from mockingjay: part 1 soundtrack is ALL MY LOVE - @MAJORLAZER feat. the one and only angel pipes sista @ArianaGrande (sic)."
She later retweeted a message from Ariana herself which simply read: "all my love (sic)."
'The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1' is set for release on November 21 while the soundtrack is expected to be available on November 17.
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Ed Sheeran thinks the music industry is "overcrowded".
The 'Thinking Out Loud' hitmaker recently joined his friend Sam Smith on stage at his gig in Manchester last week and he thinks it is a shame too many other artists are too "competitive" to help and support their chart rivals.
He said: "Sam's had the same outlook as me, we both hero-worship classic musicians from 20,30, 40 years ago and they all hung out and sung together.
"The music industry is so overcrowded and competitive these days that everyone is fighting for a spot at the top and no one wants to jump on stage with another or help each other out. It's nice when that happens."
Ed has a host of celebrity fans who have attended his gigs but he was most surprised when Hollywood legend Samuel L. Jackson appeared at his dressing room door looking to get his picture taken with him.
He said: "Sometimes you get pre-warned because usually they want to come back and say hi. Who was least expected? Samuel L. Jackson, who turned up on the tube. He got the tube, watched the gig, came back for a selfie with me and then b*****ed off."
Ed admits he sometimes favours public transport in London because it is efficient, but he would rather travel alone.
He added on 'The Official Chart' on BBC Radio 1: "I get the tube now and again but that's not to prove anything, it's just because there's a lot of traffic.
"I like sitting in cars more than the tube but it is easier to get the tube."
Ed Sheeran: Music is overcrowded
Ed Sheeran thinks the music industry is "overcrowded".
The 'Thinking Out Loud' hitmaker recently joined his friend Sam Smith on stage at his gig in Manchester last week and he thinks it is a shame too many other artists are too "competitive" to help and support their chart rivals.
He said: "Sam's had the same outlook as me, we both hero-worship classic musicians from 20,30, 40 years ago and they all hung out and sung together.
"The music industry is so overcrowded and competitive these days that everyone is fighting for a spot at the top and no one wants to jump on stage with another or help each other out. It's nice when that happens."
Ed has a host of celebrity fans who have attended his gigs but he was most surprised when Hollywood legend Samuel L. Jackson appeared at his dressing room door looking to get his picture taken with him.
He said: "Sometimes you get pre-warned because usually they want to come back and say hi. Who was least expected? Samuel L. Jackson, who turned up on the tube. He got the tube, watched the gig, came back for a selfie with me and then b*****ed off."
Ed admits he sometimes favours public transport in London because it is efficient, but he would rather travel alone.
He added on 'The Official Chart' on BBC Radio 1: "I get the tube now and again but that's not to prove anything, it's just because there's a lot of traffic.
"I like sitting in cars more than the tube but it is easier to get the tube."
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Queen have released a new song featuring Freddie Mercury to raise money in the fight against AIDS.
The Coca-Cola Company have teamed up with (RED) for a new campaign, 'Share the Sound of An AIDS Free Generation', which will see a host of artists debut new music and offer exclusive experiences and the month-long initiative kicks off today (03.11.14) with the group's song 'Let Me in Your Heart Again', which features vocals from their late singer - who died from an AIDS-related illness in 1991 - and has been remixed by William Orbit.
Queen guitarist Brian May said: "It's been 23 years since the world lost our beloved Freddie Mercury,. We've made extraordinary progress in the fight against AIDS in that time. But we cannot simply rest on the fact that the treatment is available. We must ensure that it is provided. Roger and I are proud to lend this rediscovered song to the (Coca-Cola) RED campaign, in the hope that Freddie's powerful voice can inspire the world yet again."
Other exclusive tracks being made available include Aloe Blacc's 'Together' on November 10, while the following week will see a collaboration between Wyclef Jean and Avicii, 'Divine Sorrow' ready for download. An exclusive remix of 'I Lived' by OneRepublic will conclude the musical offerings during the week of November 24.
Meanwhile, fans donating to the campaign at omaze.com/CokeRed can be in with the chance of winning a number of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, including getting flown to a U2 gig to meet Bono backstage and be given a customised (RED) Gretsch guitar signed by the singer, spending the day with OneRepublic, winning tickets to three of the biggest music festivals in the world and joining Avicii on-stage in Las Vegas, or sitting on stage at Queen and Adam Lambert's gig in London, as well as receiving a VIP tour of Queen's recording studio in Montreux, Switzerland.
Money raised from the campaign will go directly to The Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria to finance grants which provide HIV prevention, testing, counseling, treatment, and care services.
Emmanuel Seuge, Vice President, Global Alliances & Ventures, The Coca-Cola Company, said: "One of the primary goals behind the movement of this campaign is to use the power of music to rally the millennial generation in realising that an AIDS free world is within reach.
"We are grateful to all of the artists who are joining us in this remarkable effort."
Queen release new song for AIDS campaign
Queen have released a new song featuring Freddie Mercury to raise money in the fight against AIDS.
The Coca-Cola Company have teamed up with (RED) for a new campaign, 'Share the Sound of An AIDS Free Generation', which will see a host of artists debut new music and offer exclusive experiences and the month-long initiative kicks off today (03.11.14) with the group's song 'Let Me in Your Heart Again', which features vocals from their late singer - who died from an AIDS-related illness in 1991 - and has been remixed by William Orbit.
Queen guitarist Brian May said: "It's been 23 years since the world lost our beloved Freddie Mercury,. We've made extraordinary progress in the fight against AIDS in that time. But we cannot simply rest on the fact that the treatment is available. We must ensure that it is provided. Roger and I are proud to lend this rediscovered song to the (Coca-Cola) RED campaign, in the hope that Freddie's powerful voice can inspire the world yet again."
Other exclusive tracks being made available include Aloe Blacc's 'Together' on November 10, while the following week will see a collaboration between Wyclef Jean and Avicii, 'Divine Sorrow' ready for download. An exclusive remix of 'I Lived' by OneRepublic will conclude the musical offerings during the week of November 24.
Meanwhile, fans donating to the campaign at omaze.com/CokeRed can be in with the chance of winning a number of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, including getting flown to a U2 gig to meet Bono backstage and be given a customised (RED) Gretsch guitar signed by the singer, spending the day with OneRepublic, winning tickets to three of the biggest music festivals in the world and joining Avicii on-stage in Las Vegas, or sitting on stage at Queen and Adam Lambert's gig in London, as well as receiving a VIP tour of Queen's recording studio in Montreux, Switzerland.
Money raised from the campaign will go directly to The Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria to finance grants which provide HIV prevention, testing, counseling, treatment, and care services.
Emmanuel Seuge, Vice President, Global Alliances & Ventures, The Coca-Cola Company, said: "One of the primary goals behind the movement of this campaign is to use the power of music to rally the millennial generation in realising that an AIDS free world is within reach.
"We are grateful to all of the artists who are joining us in this remarkable effort."
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Taylor Swift has announced a '1989' world tour in 2015 which will see her headline a gig at London's Hyde Park.
The 24-year-old singer is the first act announced for the Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park 2015 gigs at the iconic London landmark on June 27, and the blonde beauty has admitted she is "so excited" about returning to the capital for another performance.
In a video message to announce the gig, Taylor said: "London! Hey, it's Taylor. I'm so excited to come play for you on Saturday 27th of June at Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park.
"I'm so excited, I can't wait! And I love the idea of playing outdoors at Hyde Park for all your beautiful faces. So start brushing up on your dance moves and get ready for one crazy party! If rehearsing is not your thing, then you can just make the moves up as you go.
"See what I did? The pun with the whole lyric? Anyway, I hope that you come to the show even after this incredibly awkward message. Bye!"
Taylor will follow in the footsteps of the likes of The Rolling Stones, Black Sabbath, Lionel Richie and Sir Tom Jones to take to the Great Oak Stage for a special summer performance.
The 'Out of the Woods' hitmaker's Hyde Park gig is part of her '1989' world tour, announced today (03.11.14), which will see her travel to eight countries and four continents, North America, Europe, Australia and Asia, starting with a performance in her native US in Louisiana on May 20.
Vance Joy will be her main support during the North American leg of her tour and singer/songwriter Shawn Mendes will also lend his support to the singing sensation for her North American stadium dates.
The star will start the UK leg of her tour in Glasgow, Scotland on June 23 before heading to Manchester on June 24 and then Hyde Park on June 27.
Taylor - whose fifth studio album '1989' topped iTunes' sales charts in 95 countries on its release - will return to the US to conclude her '1989' tour in Tampa, Florida, on October 31.
It means the star will not have much of a rest after she only finished touring her fourth studio album 'Red' in June following an 85-date run of gigs that saw her span four continents and perform five sold out shows at London's The O2.
Barclaycard pre-sale tickets for Taylor's Hyde Park gig will be available from 9:30am on Tuesday (04.11.14) at www.barclaycard.co.uk/entertainment and tickets are on general sale from 9am next Monday (10.11.14).
Tickets for Taylor's Glasgow and Manchester shows will go on-sale to the general public at 9:30am on Friday (07.11.14) via AXS.com and Ticketmaster.co.uk.
Taylor Swift's '1989' World Tour 2015 dates:
20 May Bossier City, LA , CenturyLink Center
22 May Baton Rouge, LA, LSU Tiger Stadium
30 May Detroit, MI, Ford Field
2 June Louisville, KY, KFC Yum! Center
3 June Cleveland, OH, Quicken Loans Arena
6 June Pittsburgh, PA, Heinz Field
8 June Charlotte, NC, Time Warner Cable Arena
9 June Raleigh, NC, PNC Arena
13 June Philadelphia, PA, Lincoln Financial Field
20 June Cologne, Germany, Lanxess Arena
21 June Amsterdam, Netherlands, Ziggo Dome
23 June Glasgow, UK, The SSE Hydro
24 June Manchester, UK, Arena
27 June London, UK, British Summertime Hyde Park
6 July Ottawa, ON, Canadian Tire Centre
7 July Montreal, QC, Bell Centre
11 July East Rutherford, NJ, MetLife Stadium
13 July Washington, DC, Nationals Park
18 July Chicago, IL, Soldier Field
24 July Foxborough, MA, Gillette Stadium
25 July Foxborough, MA, Gillette Stadium
1 August Vancouver, BC, BC Place Stadium
4 August Edmonton, AB, Rexall Place
5 August Edmonton, AB, Rexall Place
8 August Seattle, WA, CenturyLink Field
15 August Santa Clara, CA, Levi's Stadium
17 August Glendale, AZ, Gila River Arena
18 August Glendale, AZ, Gila River Arena
25 August Los Angeles, CA, Staples Center
26 August Los Angeles, CA, Staples Center
29 August San Diego, CA, PETCO Park
4 September Salt Lake City, UT, EnergySolutions Arena
5 September Denver, CO, Pepsi Center
6 September Denver, CO, Pepsi Center
9 September Fargo, ND, Fargodome
11 September St. Paul, MN, Xcel Energy Center
12 September St. Paul, MN, Xcel Energy Center
16 September Indianapolis, IN, Bankers Life Fieldhouse
17 September Columbus, OH, Nationwide Arena
18 September Columbus, OH, Nationwide Arena
21 September Kansas City, MO, Sprint Center
22 September Kansas City, MO, Sprint Center
25 September Nashville, TN, Bridgestone Arena
26 September Nashville, TN, Bridgestone Arena
2 October Toronto, ON, Rogers Centre
3 October Toronto, ON, Rogers Centre
8 October Des Moines, IA, Wells Fargo Arena
9 October Omaha, NE, CenturyLink Center
10 October Omaha, NE, CenturyLink Center
13 October St. Louis, MO, Scottrade Center
14 October St. Louis, MO, Scottrade Center
17 October Dallas, TX, AT&T Stadium
20 October Lexington, KY, Rupp Arena
21 October Greensboro, NC, Greensboro Coliseum Complex
24 October Atlanta, GA, Georgia Dome
27 October Miami, FL, AmericanAirlines Arena
31 October Tampa, FL, Raymond James Stadium
Taylor Swift announces 2015 world tour
Taylor Swift has announced a '1989' world tour in 2015 which will see her headline a gig at London's Hyde Park.
The 24-year-old singer is the first act announced for the Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park 2015 gigs at the iconic London landmark on June 27, and the blonde beauty has admitted she is "so excited" about returning to the capital for another performance.
In a video message to announce the gig, Taylor said: "London! Hey, it's Taylor. I'm so excited to come play for you on Saturday 27th of June at Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park.
"I'm so excited, I can't wait! And I love the idea of playing outdoors at Hyde Park for all your beautiful faces. So start brushing up on your dance moves and get ready for one crazy party! If rehearsing is not your thing, then you can just make the moves up as you go.
"See what I did? The pun with the whole lyric? Anyway, I hope that you come to the show even after this incredibly awkward message. Bye!"
Taylor will follow in the footsteps of the likes of The Rolling Stones, Black Sabbath, Lionel Richie and Sir Tom Jones to take to the Great Oak Stage for a special summer performance.
The 'Out of the Woods' hitmaker's Hyde Park gig is part of her '1989' world tour, announced today (03.11.14), which will see her travel to eight countries and four continents, North America, Europe, Australia and Asia, starting with a performance in her native US in Louisiana on May 20.
Vance Joy will be her main support during the North American leg of her tour and singer/songwriter Shawn Mendes will also lend his support to the singing sensation for her North American stadium dates.
The star will start the UK leg of her tour in Glasgow, Scotland on June 23 before heading to Manchester on June 24 and then Hyde Park on June 27.
Taylor - whose fifth studio album '1989' topped iTunes' sales charts in 95 countries on its release - will return to the US to conclude her '1989' tour in Tampa, Florida, on October 31.
It means the star will not have much of a rest after she only finished touring her fourth studio album 'Red' in June following an 85-date run of gigs that saw her span four continents and perform five sold out shows at London's The O2.
Barclaycard pre-sale tickets for Taylor's Hyde Park gig will be available from 9:30am on Tuesday (04.11.14) at www.barclaycard.co.uk/entertainment and tickets are on general sale from 9am next Monday (10.11.14).
Tickets for Taylor's Glasgow and Manchester shows will go on-sale to the general public at 9:30am on Friday (07.11.14) via AXS.com and Ticketmaster.co.uk.
Taylor Swift's '1989' World Tour 2015 dates:
20 May Bossier City, LA , CenturyLink Center
22 May Baton Rouge, LA, LSU Tiger Stadium
30 May Detroit, MI, Ford Field
2 June Louisville, KY, KFC Yum! Center
3 June Cleveland, OH, Quicken Loans Arena
6 June Pittsburgh, PA, Heinz Field
8 June Charlotte, NC, Time Warner Cable Arena
9 June Raleigh, NC, PNC Arena
13 June Philadelphia, PA, Lincoln Financial Field
20 June Cologne, Germany, Lanxess Arena
21 June Amsterdam, Netherlands, Ziggo Dome
23 June Glasgow, UK, The SSE Hydro
24 June Manchester, UK, Arena
27 June London, UK, British Summertime Hyde Park
6 July Ottawa, ON, Canadian Tire Centre
7 July Montreal, QC, Bell Centre
11 July East Rutherford, NJ, MetLife Stadium
13 July Washington, DC, Nationals Park
18 July Chicago, IL, Soldier Field
24 July Foxborough, MA, Gillette Stadium
25 July Foxborough, MA, Gillette Stadium
1 August Vancouver, BC, BC Place Stadium
4 August Edmonton, AB, Rexall Place
5 August Edmonton, AB, Rexall Place
8 August Seattle, WA, CenturyLink Field
15 August Santa Clara, CA, Levi's Stadium
17 August Glendale, AZ, Gila River Arena
18 August Glendale, AZ, Gila River Arena
25 August Los Angeles, CA, Staples Center
26 August Los Angeles, CA, Staples Center
29 August San Diego, CA, PETCO Park
4 September Salt Lake City, UT, EnergySolutions Arena
5 September Denver, CO, Pepsi Center
6 September Denver, CO, Pepsi Center
9 September Fargo, ND, Fargodome
11 September St. Paul, MN, Xcel Energy Center
12 September St. Paul, MN, Xcel Energy Center
16 September Indianapolis, IN, Bankers Life Fieldhouse
17 September Columbus, OH, Nationwide Arena
18 September Columbus, OH, Nationwide Arena
21 September Kansas City, MO, Sprint Center
22 September Kansas City, MO, Sprint Center
25 September Nashville, TN, Bridgestone Arena
26 September Nashville, TN, Bridgestone Arena
2 October Toronto, ON, Rogers Centre
3 October Toronto, ON, Rogers Centre
8 October Des Moines, IA, Wells Fargo Arena
9 October Omaha, NE, CenturyLink Center
10 October Omaha, NE, CenturyLink Center
13 October St. Louis, MO, Scottrade Center
14 October St. Louis, MO, Scottrade Center
17 October Dallas, TX, AT&T Stadium
20 October Lexington, KY, Rupp Arena
21 October Greensboro, NC, Greensboro Coliseum Complex
24 October Atlanta, GA, Georgia Dome
27 October Miami, FL, AmericanAirlines Arena
31 October Tampa, FL, Raymond James Stadium
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Pink Floyd's new album is the most pre-ordered LP of all-time.
Nick Mason and David Gilmour reunited this year to make 'The Endless River' - which features multiple parts recorded by late keyboard player Rick Wright for their last record 'Division Bell' before he passed away in 2008 aged 65.
Today (03.11.14), Amazon Music announced the album - which comes out on November 10 and is the band's first in 20 years - has overtaken artists such as One Direction, Robbie Williams, Coldplay and David Bowie, to become the most pre-ordered record in the history of Amazon.co.uk.
Speaking about the incredible achievement, Steve Bernstein, Director of Amazon EU Digital Music, said: "Pink Floyd now have the most pre-ordered album on Amazon.co.uk, which is an outstanding achievement for the band and also it proves that they remain one of the most popular groups to grace the UK music scene. After waiting 20 years, our customers have relished being able to listen to new work by Pink Floyd."
Other artists to make the top 10 pre-order chart include Susan Boyle, Take That and the late Amy Winehouse.
Amazon.co.uk's top 10 pre-ordered artist albums of all time:
1. Pink Floyd 'The Endless River'
2. One Direction 'Midnight Memories'
3. Robbie Williams 'Swings Both Ways'
4. Take That 'Progress'
5. Susan Boyle 'I Dreamed a Dream'
6. Coldplay 'Ghost Stories'
7. David Bowie 'The Next Day'
8. Coldplay 'X&Y'
9. Take That 'The Circus'
10. Amy Winehouse 'Lioness: Hidden Treasure'
Pink Floyd have most pre-ordered album of all-time
Pink Floyd's new album is the most pre-ordered LP of all-time.
Nick Mason and David Gilmour reunited this year to make 'The Endless River' - which features multiple parts recorded by late keyboard player Rick Wright for their last record 'Division Bell' before he passed away in 2008 aged 65.
Today (03.11.14), Amazon Music announced the album - which comes out on November 10 and is the band's first in 20 years - has overtaken artists such as One Direction, Robbie Williams, Coldplay and David Bowie, to become the most pre-ordered record in the history of Amazon.co.uk.
Speaking about the incredible achievement, Steve Bernstein, Director of Amazon EU Digital Music, said: "Pink Floyd now have the most pre-ordered album on Amazon.co.uk, which is an outstanding achievement for the band and also it proves that they remain one of the most popular groups to grace the UK music scene. After waiting 20 years, our customers have relished being able to listen to new work by Pink Floyd."
Other artists to make the top 10 pre-order chart include Susan Boyle, Take That and the late Amy Winehouse.
Amazon.co.uk's top 10 pre-ordered artist albums of all time:
1. Pink Floyd 'The Endless River'
2. One Direction 'Midnight Memories'
3. Robbie Williams 'Swings Both Ways'
4. Take That 'Progress'
5. Susan Boyle 'I Dreamed a Dream'
6. Coldplay 'Ghost Stories'
7. David Bowie 'The Next Day'
8. Coldplay 'X&Y'
9. Take That 'The Circus'
10. Amy Winehouse 'Lioness: Hidden Treasure'
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FKA twigs is to work on the next James Bond soundtrack.
The work of 26-year-old singer - whose real name is Tahliah Barnett - was introduced to 'Bond 24's director Sam Mendes by 'Skyfall' theme singer Adele, and he thinks her songs will fit perfectly with the next movie in the franchise.
A source told the Daily Star newspaper: "twigs met with top executives and they told her Mendes loves her music and wants some of it in 'Bond'.
"He was nudged in her direction by Adele, who loves twigs. If she gets 'Bond' she'll become a wellknown name."
However, while twigs - who is dating actor Robert Pattinson - will feature on the soundtrack, Adele is expected to record the theme song for the second movie in a row.
The source added: "Adele will still be the iconic songstress of 'Bond 24' and is writing a new song for it."
Last month, 'Skyfall' hitmaker Adele made a rare public appearance to see FKA twigs perform in London and though the 'Pendulum' singer admits they have never spoken before, she is now looking forward to meeting the award-winning star because they have things in common now.
twigs, who missed out on picking up the Barclaycard Mercury Prize last week after her shortlisted album lost out to Young Fathers' record 'Dead', said: ''I haven't met Adele, I once saw her at the XL Christmas party but I didn't say hi, but next time I see her we'll have a talking point.''
FKA twigs to record for Bond
FKA twigs is to work on the next James Bond soundtrack.
The work of 26-year-old singer - whose real name is Tahliah Barnett - was introduced to 'Bond 24's director Sam Mendes by 'Skyfall' theme singer Adele, and he thinks her songs will fit perfectly with the next movie in the franchise.
A source told the Daily Star newspaper: "twigs met with top executives and they told her Mendes loves her music and wants some of it in 'Bond'.
"He was nudged in her direction by Adele, who loves twigs. If she gets 'Bond' she'll become a wellknown name."
However, while twigs - who is dating actor Robert Pattinson - will feature on the soundtrack, Adele is expected to record the theme song for the second movie in a row.
The source added: "Adele will still be the iconic songstress of 'Bond 24' and is writing a new song for it."
Last month, 'Skyfall' hitmaker Adele made a rare public appearance to see FKA twigs perform in London and though the 'Pendulum' singer admits they have never spoken before, she is now looking forward to meeting the award-winning star because they have things in common now.
twigs, who missed out on picking up the Barclaycard Mercury Prize last week after her shortlisted album lost out to Young Fathers' record 'Dead', said: ''I haven't met Adele, I once saw her at the XL Christmas party but I didn't say hi, but next time I see her we'll have a talking point.''
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Take That have been undertaking emergency dance lessons.
The 'These Days' singers - Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald - are reportedly worried about looking like "boring old men" on stage so have been having intensive choreography sessions following the departure of Jason Orange, who was widely regarded as the group's best mover.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "The boys know they need to put in extra leg work now that they're a threesome, so Gary's roped in a pro choreographer.
"They've spent hours learning new dance routines.
"Take That tours are always huge productions and they don't want to look like boring old men on stage."
And it seems fans may not have too long to wait to see the trio's new moves.
A fan tweeted to ask: "SURELY the next lot of big news is going to be the tour? (sic)"
Gary replied simply: "Yep."
While the 'Patience' hitmakers are "committed" to their new line-up, it was previously revealed they have left the door open should Jason wish to return in future.
A source said: "If Jason had wanted to come back and rejoin his bandmates, he would have been very welcome - and that was made clear to him.
"They're committed to moving forward as a trio but the door will always be open for Jason."
Take That take dance lessons
Take That have been undertaking emergency dance lessons.
The 'These Days' singers - Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Howard Donald - are reportedly worried about looking like "boring old men" on stage so have been having intensive choreography sessions following the departure of Jason Orange, who was widely regarded as the group's best mover.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "The boys know they need to put in extra leg work now that they're a threesome, so Gary's roped in a pro choreographer.
"They've spent hours learning new dance routines.
"Take That tours are always huge productions and they don't want to look like boring old men on stage."
And it seems fans may not have too long to wait to see the trio's new moves.
A fan tweeted to ask: "SURELY the next lot of big news is going to be the tour? (sic)"
Gary replied simply: "Yep."
While the 'Patience' hitmakers are "committed" to their new line-up, it was previously revealed they have left the door open should Jason wish to return in future.
A source said: "If Jason had wanted to come back and rejoin his bandmates, he would have been very welcome - and that was made clear to him.
"They're committed to moving forward as a trio but the door will always be open for Jason."