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8 Jan 2009

‘Pop is back!’, Same Difference exclaim in typically camp fashion on the advert for their not-so-innovatively-titled debut, erm, Pop. Simon Cowell’s karaoke factory might not be the best example of it, but their statement is bang on. Strictly speaking…

Gary Barlow teases bandmate about his age

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14 Apr 2011

Gary Barlow teases his Take That bandmate about his age. The singer - who turned 40 in January - mocks the eldest member of the boy band, Howard Donald, 43, about his advancing years, and he admits it gets to him. Howard said: "I am very…

Robbie Williams planning 2012 solo tour

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20 Jul 2011

Robbie Williams is planning a solo tour next summer. The Take That singer - who famously suffers from crippling stage fright, which forced him to cancel dates on his 2006 'Close Encounters' tour - has been convinced to take to the stage on his own…

Take That fan Noel Gallagher

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10 Jul 2009

Noel Gallagher loves Take That, Lady Gaga and Girls Aloud. The Oasis rocker has a secret penchant for the trio of pop acts, but reserved special praise for the 'Back For Good' stars' current 'Circus' tour - which saw them supported by 'Poker Face…

Gary Barlow explains tough stance

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1 Jul 2011

Gary Barlow admits he is a very "tough" 'X Factor' judge. The Take That singer has joined the panel of the TV talent show alongside Louis Walsh, Tulisa Contostavlos and Kelly Rowland and believes he has a duty to give a realistic picture of how hard…

Take That releasing new album next month

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19 May 2011

Take That will release a new mini-album next month. The group are offering fans a double-disc version of their album 'Progress', which will include a second disc featuring eight brand new tracks - including forthcoming single 'Love Love' - called…

Howard Donald to stay with Take That

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7 Jul 2009

Howard Donald has no plans to become a solo artist. The Take That star has no desire to branch out on his own if the group - which also consists of Gary Barlow, Mark Owen and Jason Orange - decide to take a break as he knows he could never compete…

Take That's tipsy comeback

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5 Feb 2009

Take That were reunited by vodka. It was always believed the British boy band - Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, Howard Donald and Jason Orange - got back together in 2005 after they filmed a TV documentary, but the band have now revealed they got the idea…

Robbie Williams having 'most fun ever' with Take That

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2 Jun 2011

Robbie Williams had the "most fun" he has "ever had" performing with Take That again. The singer returned to the complete the original line up of the group last year, and their live return came together last week with their opening of their Progress…

Robbie Williams rejoins Take That for 2011 tour

Original line-up set for dates in Manchester, Cardiff, Dublin, Glasgow, Birmingham and London

26 Oct 2010

Take That have announced that they are to embark on a European tour in 2011, and that formerly estranged member Robbie Williams will be rejoining the band for these live dates.

Robbie Williams needs Take That boys

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23 Jul 2010

Robbie Williams will benefit "as a human being" from the Take That reunion. Boyzone star Shane Lynch - who reunited with his group in 2007 after an eight-year hiatus - insists Robbie will realise what he has been missing since he quit the band in…

Robbie Williams joined by Take That at BRITS?

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18 Jan 2010

Robbie Williams, Lady Gaga and Kasabian will perform at this year's BRIT Awards. 'Angels' singer Robbie - who has previously spoken of how his severe stage fright has halted his live performances - will perform a short set to commemorate recieiving…

Take That's Robbie guilt

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22 Jan 2009

Take That feel guilty about Robbie Williams' breakdown. The four bandmates - Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, Jason Orange and Howard Donald - regret ignoring the warning signs as Robbie spiralled into drink and drugs. Gary, 38, has confessed that when…

Gary Barlow wants Robbie back

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12 Dec 2008

Gary Barlow has hinted he wants Robbie Williams to rejoin Take That. Gary, 37, insists Robbie - who recently purchased a £7 million mansion in English county Wiltshire - will not be accompanying his former bandmates on their upcoming 'Take That…

Gary Barlow wants Take That to downsize

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7 Dec 2011

Gary Barlow wants Take That to play smaller venues. The 40-year-old singer has performed two solo shows at London's Royal Albert Hall over the last two nights, and would love for his main band - who have only played stadiums and large arenas since…

Gary Barlow auctioning charity seats

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1 Nov 2011

Gary Barlow's first solo shows in over 11 years sold out within minutes of going on sale on Friday (28.10.11). The Take That star is playing two concerts at London's Royal Albert Hall on December 5 and 6 - which will raise funds for youth charity The…

Biffy Clyro want advice from Barlow

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31 Oct 2011

Biffy Clyro want to take style tips from Gary Barlow. The Scottish rockers were desperate to meet the Take That frontman at last week's Q Awards, and while they admire his music, they think they could learn more from him about their…

Jason Orange's feelings fizzed for Catherine

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20 Oct 2011

Jason Orange and Catherine Tate had "real sparks" between them from the moment they met. The Take That singer has been on a string of dates with the British actress after first meeting her on the set of a comedy sketch for charity telethon Comic…

Gary Barlow doesn't enjoy his hits

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9 Oct 2011

Gary Barlow doesn't enjoy his number one records. The Take That singer - who has written most of the band's biggest hits, including UK number one singles 'Pray', 'Babe', 'Back For Good', 'Never Forget', 'Greatest Day' and 'Shine' - says he's so…

Chris Martin likes getting 'dressed for work'

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5 Oct 2011

Coldplay singer Chris Martin likes "getting dressed for work". The 'Paradise' rockers have emerged to promote their new album, 'Mylo Xyloto' wearing a new "band outfit" and Chris likes having a specific set of clothes for the band. He told…

Gary Barlow's one in 25 pop hit rate

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5 Oct 2011

Gary Barlow claims only one out of every 25 songs he writes is good. The Take That leader has written the majority of the band's hits, including eight of their UK number one singles - including 'Back for Good', 'Never Forget' and 'Greatest Day'…

Take That earn £7 million in six months

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27 Sep 2011

Take That have reportedly earned more than £7 million in the last six months. Accounts filed by the 'Never Forget' group's newly formed TT5 company - set up three months after Robbie Williams returned to the boy band in July 2010 - disclose a…

Take That's Howard and Robbie slam The X Factor

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4 Aug 2011

Gary Barlow's Take That bandmates have criticised 'The X Factor'. Howard Donald believes the show - which Gary has joined as head judge - doesn't fully prepare winners for success and doesn't think they have any longevity with their careers. He…

Take That announce last 'Progressed' single

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7 Jul 2011

Take That have announced their latest single 'When We Were Young'. The ballad - the last track to be released from the group's 'Progressed' album - is the theme song to upcoming film 'The Three Musketeers', inspired by a private screening of the…

Howard Donald to take flying lessons

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2 Jul 2011

Howard Donald is going to learn to fly. The Take That singer has ordered a special vehicle that can travel both in the sky and on water, and is planning to study for his pilot's license ahead of taking delivery of the craft. He said: "I'm going to…