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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…

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 influenced by Australia

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23 May 2012

Take That's new album will be influenced by Australia. The 'Beautiful World' group's main songwriter, Gary Barlow, has recently been on travels across the Commonwealth of Nations recording singers for the track 'Sing', in celebration of Queen…

Gary Barlow teases bandmate about his age

Music Gossip

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 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.

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…

Mark Owen's tour panic

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23 May 2011

Mark Owen has had a "meltdown" ahead of Take That's forthcoming tour. The band are preparing to embark on a 36-date run of stadium shows from Friday (27.05.11) and the singer admits he has been stricken with nerves, but is now looking forward to the…

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…

Chris Martin likes getting 'dressed for work'

Music Gossip

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…

Take That launch record breaking Wembley shows

Music Gossip

1 Jul 2011

Take That kicked off their Wembley Stadium concerts with a stunning show last night (30.06.11). The group - made up of Gary Barlow, Robbie Williams, Mark Owen, Jason Orange and Howard Donald - are playing a record-breaking eight gigs at the…

Take That member becomes club DJ

Music Gossip

26 Apr 2011

Take That’s Howard Donald is to become a DJ in Ibiza this summer. The boy band member will be spinning the decks at superclub Eden on the Spanish island - famous for its club scene - after being asked by English DJ Judge Jules. His first date, at…

Gary Barlow's six-day diet

Celebrity Gossip

23 Jan 2011

Gary Barlow used to get up early so he could eat more. The Take That singer - who famously ballooned to over 240lbs after the group split up in 1996 - admits he has learned how to control his eating habits by not always being strict with himself but…

Jason Orange's fame hate

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5 Nov 2008

Jason Orange thinks fame is "s**t". The Take That star claims the only positive thing about being a celebrity is that it helps you "jump the queue" at clubs, but most aspects of stardom are a drag. He said: "To be honest, I think fame is s**t. I…

Take That's Robbie wish

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3 Nov 2008

Take That would have Robbie Williams back in the band "tomorrow" if they could. Mark Owen admits that although the group are still making good music without Robbie, they would all love it if he rejoined. He said: "It would be b****y brilliant if…

Adele wins two Ivor Novello Awards

Music Gossip

17 May 2012

Adele picked up two prizes at the 57th Ivor Novello Awards today (17.05.12). The 'Someone Like You' hitmaker - who was nominated in four categories - was honoured with the accolades for PRS for Music Most Performed Work and Songwriter of the Year…

Gary Barlow wants Take That to downsize

Music Gossip

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

Music Gossip

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

Music Gossip

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…

Gary Barlow doesn't enjoy his hits

Music Gossip

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…

Gary Barlow's one in 25 pop hit rate

Music Gossip

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

Music Gossip

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

TV Gossip

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…

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…

No future for Take That?

Music Gossip

1 Jul 2011

Mark Owen "doesn't know" if Take That have a future. The group are currently mid-way through their 'Progress Live' tour - their first dates with Robbie Williams in 16 years - and the singer admits he has no idea what, if anything, is next for the…

Take That start writing new songs

Music Gossip

21 Jun 2011

Take That have already started working on new material. 'The Flood' group have released their last full album, 'Progress' in November last year, and followed it up with mini album 'Progressed' this month, but singer Mark Owen said they have already…

Robbie Williams flashes penis on stage

TV Gossip

20 Jun 2011

Robbie Williams accidentally flashed his manhood to 82,300 fans. The Take That star was performing his solo section at the group's concert at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland, on Saturday night (18.06.11) when his penis popped out of his trousers during…

Gary Barlow impressed by impersonator

TV Gossip

13 Jun 2011

Gary Barlow heaped praise on a Take That impersonator at 'The X Factor' auditions at The Trafford Centre Manchester yesterday (12.06.11). The Take That star - who is joined on the judging panel of the TV talent show by Louis Walsh, Kelly Rowland and…

Gary Barlow almost rejected X Factor

TV Gossip

11 Jun 2011

Gary Barlow almost turned down 'The X Factor' because he had already agreed to front a new series to find an Olympics singer. The Take That star was set to be the head judge on a new BBC show which aimed to find a star to perform at the London Games…

Take That predicted stage prop trap

Music Gossip

7 Jun 2011

Howard Donald predicted he would get stuck inside the Take That's giant robot stage prop. The 'Love Love' singer and his bandmate Mark Owen were left stranded in the palms of the 30 metre robot torso and arms - nicknamed OM - as they performed at the…

Take That stuck in robot

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6 Jun 2011

Two members of Take That got stuck inside their giant robot stage prop at the weekend. Mark Owen and Howard Donald were stranded in the palms of the 30 metre robot torso and arms - nicknamed OM - as they performed at the City of Manchester stadium on…

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…

Take That kick off Progress Live tour

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28 May 2011

Take That kicked off their Progress Live 2011 tour in spectacular fashion last night (27.05.11). The 'Never Forget' group opened their European tour at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland, Northern England, with a huge stage set including an 18 metre…

Take That releasing new album next month

Music Gossip

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…

Take That's £50 million Progress show

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18 May 2011

Take That's Progress Live 2011 tour will reportedly cost "close to £50 million" to stage. The 'Love Love' group are planning a spectacular event to beat even their 2009 The Circus Live dates - which saw them perform atop a huge elephant stage prop…

Gary Barlow thinks Take That have too much talent

Music Gossip

5 May 2011

Gary Barlow says there is "too much" talent in Take That now Robbie Williams has rejoined the band. The 'Angels' singer was reunited with his former bandmates last year - 15 years after quitting the group at the height of their fame - and Gary says…

Robbie Williams could be back with Take That for good

Music Gossip

29 Mar 2011

Robbie Williams could remain with Take That after their summer tour. 'Morning Sun' singer Robbie sensationally rejoined the boy band - whom he originally left in 1995- last July, and while their reunion was never planned as permanent, singer and…

Take That meet Fake That

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18 Mar 2011

David Walliams has teamed up with four other celebrities to create a spoof Take That for Comic Relief. The British comedian - alongside Alan Carr, Catherine Tate, John Bishop and James Corden - will audition as tribute group Fake That in a charity…

Plan B says BRITs show was better than Take That's

Music Gossip

17 Feb 2011

Plan B has claimed Take That's BRITs performance was tame compared to his. The rapper and the boyband each sang at the music awards on Tuesday night (15.02.11) surrounded by dancers dressed as riot police, and while Plan B admitted he was initially…

Take That to perform at BRIT Awards

Music Gossip

10 Dec 2010

Take That are to perform at next year's BRIT Awards. The reformed group - consisting of Gary Barlow, Robbie Williams, Mark Owen, Howard Donald and Jason Orange - are set to open the show at London's The O2, while rapper Plan B will also sing at the…

Take That and Wagner to return for X Factor final

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9 Dec 2010

Take That and former contestant Wagner Fiuza-Carrilho are being lined up to appear on the 'X Factor' final. The boy band will reportedly perform on Sunday night's (12.12.10) series finale, while band member Robbie is also strongly rumoured to sing on…

Take That - Progress

Electronics-tinged man pop is one of fastest selling records of the century

23 Nov 2010

(Polydor) By the time you read this, the now fully reunited Take That’s sixth offering will have been bought by stratospheric amounts of people. Progress is one of the fastest selling records of the century so far – a huge achievement for a once…

One Direction 'a mini Take That'

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1 Nov 2010

The X Factor's One Direction remind Take That of a younger version of themselves. The 'Back For Good' hitmakers - who recently announced plans to reform as a five-piece band for an upcoming tour and album - joked that while think the young hopefuls…

Take That in more demand than Jackson

Music Gossip

29 Oct 2010

Demand for Take That tickets has been "twice that of Michael Jackson." Tickets to see the group when they tour the UK next year for the first time as a five-piece since 1995 went on sale this morning, but demand via phonelines and on the internet has…

Take That announce mammoth tour

Music Gossip

26 Oct 2010

Robbie Williams will perform a solo set on Take That's new tour. The 'Angels' hitmaker has reformed with his former bandmates for their first shows as a five-piece since 1995, but the group - who reformed as a four-piece in 2005, nine years after…

Take That to star in TV documentary

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26 Oct 2010

Take That are to star in an "intimate" TV documentary charting the last 12 months of their careers. The ITV1 film 'Take That: Look Back, Don't Stare' will follow Gary Barlow, Jason Orange, Mark Owen and Howard Donald, and chart their reunion with…

Take That to announce tour?

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25 Oct 2010

Take That are reportedly poised to announced a huge 58-date arena tour. The reformed boy band - which recently added original member Robbie Williams, who left the group in 1995, to its line up - have called a press conference for tomorrow morning…

Take That team up with Kylie

Music Gossip

28 Sep 2010

Take That are set to perform with Kylie Minogue on their next world tour. The 'Greatest Day' hitmakers - consisting of Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, Jason Orange, Howard Donald and Robbie Williams, who recently rejoined the group after quitting 15 years…

X Factor mentors Take That

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13 Aug 2010

Take That will act as mentors on this year's 'X Factor'. The 'Greatest Day' hitmakers - Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, Jason Orange, Howard Donald and Robbie Williams, who recently rejoined the group - have been persuaded by the show's producer Simon Cowell…

Robbie Williams needs Take That boys

Music Gossip

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…

Take That's family tour

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19 Jul 2010

Take That are set to take their families on tour with them. The 'Patience' group - who announced last week they would be reuniting with original member Robbie Williams for the first time in 15 years for a 52-date arena tour - are reportedly planning…

Mark Owen blasted by ex-lover

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18 Jul 2010

Mark Owen has been blasted by his former lover who claims she was "thrown to the lions" when he decided to confess to their affair. Neva Hanley - who had a five-year relationship with Mark while he was dating his now-wife Emma Ferguson - didn't want…

Take That plan huge Robbie tour

Music Gossip

16 Jul 2010

Take That are to make an estimated £75 million from a 54-date UK tour. The group announced yesterday (15.07.10) that they were reuniting with Robbie Williams - who famously quit the band in 1995 amid rumours of a rift with fellow members Gary Barlow…

Robbie Williams back with Take That

Music Gossip

12 Jul 2010

Robbie Williams is rejoining Take That. The 36-year-old singer - who quit the pop group in 1995 - is set to reform with his one-time bandmates for a 2011 tour and a new album. A source said: "Everything is in place now to formally announce…

Take That will tour next summer

Music Gossip

16 Jun 2010

Take That may play at the city of Manchester stadium next summer. The `Back For Good' hitmakers - whose month-long `Circus' tour was the fastest-selling of all time, with all 650,000 tickets sold in less than four and a half hours - are reportedly…

Robbie Williams duets with Gary

Music Gossip

8 Jun 2010

Robbie Williams and Gary Barlow are to release a duet. The pair - who famously fell out after Robbie quit Take That in 1995 - have reunited to write and record a single, entitled 'Shame', which will be released on October 4. The collaboration…

Robbie Williams sings with Take That

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26 Jan 2010

Robbie Williams will perform on Simon Cowell's Haiti charity single with Take That. The pop star has signed up to sing on the music mogul's star-studded cover version of the REM track 'Everybody Hurts', which will be the first time he has appeared on…

Take That sing for Haiti

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23 Jan 2010

Take That and Susan Boyle have both agreed to appear on Simon Cowell's charity record. The pop singers have joined an ever growing list of stars who will record a version of REM's song 'Everybody Hurts' to aid the victims of the two earthquakes that…

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 and conga Kate Moss

Celebrity Gossip

27 Nov 2009

Kate Moss led a conga line through a Take That concert on Wednesday night (25.11.09). The supermodel laughed and giggled as she directed a line of dancing partygoers around the Tabernacle venue, in London's Notting Hill, to the 'Dirty Dancing' track…

Robbie Williams confirms Take That LP

Celebrity Gossip

13 Nov 2009

Robbie Williams is recording a new album with Take That. The 'Bodies' singer cried as he was reunited with his former bandmates - Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, Jason Orange and Mark Owen - onstage last night (12.11.08) for the first time in 15 years…

Take That's soccer song

Celebrity Gossip

26 Oct 2009

Take That are set to record the official World Cup song for the England soccer team. The 'Greatest Day' hitmakers - Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, Jason Orange and Howard Donald - are in talks with the English Football Association to write a new anthem for…

Robbie Williams back with Take That

Celebrity Gossip

28 Sep 2009

Robbie Williams has reunited with Take That. The 'Bodies' singer was spotted at New York's Electric Lady Studio on Saturday (26.09.09) with his former bandmates Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, Howard Donald and Jason Orange. The group is reportedly…

Lady Gaga wants Take That in sack

Celebrity Gossip

21 Aug 2009

Lady Gaga wants to have sex with the whole of Take That. The 'Paparazzi' singer thinks the group - consisting of Gary Barlow, Howard Donald, Mark Owen and Jason Orange - are "sexy" and would love to get them all in the bedroom at the same…

Take That fan Noel Gallagher

Celebrity Gossip

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…

Howard Donald to stay with Take That

Celebrity Gossip

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…

Stadium rock in Scotland 2009

11 Jun 2009

Mark Robertson gets out his giant foam finger and keeps his fingers crossed that his topless torso turns up on the big screens as we look at just what this summer’s massive outdoor shows have to offer.

Gary Go

11 Jun 2009

Handpicked by Gary Barlow to support pop superstars Take That on their stadium tour, Gary Go is not simply another heart-broken hack, but has compelling, honest, storyteller lyrics teamed with intriguing melodies and dulcet tones that gives him…

Take That not ready for Robbie

Celebrity Gossip

30 Mar 2009

Gary Barlow has denied Robbie Williams will reunite with Take That soon. The singer says the group are keen to work with their ex-bandmate - who left in 1995 to pursue a successful solo career - but denies a reunion is imminent. When told Robbie…

Coldplay's Take That wish

Celebrity Gossip

19 Feb 2009

Coldplay are desperate to sing with Take That tonight (18.02.09). Both acts are set to take to the stage at the BRIT Awards this evening and later on Coldplay, fronted by Chris Martin, are heading to a War Child charity show where they will play…

Take That's Robbie guilt

Celebrity Gossip

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…

Howard Donald

22 Jan 2009

A few years back, a DJ set from an ex-member of Take That would have meant half empty dancefloors, but due to one of the most unlikely resurrections in pop history TT are now at the top of their game, selling out a massive three nights at Hampden this…

Lily Allen's Robbie doubts

Celebrity Gossip

21 Dec 2008

Lily Allen thinks Take That would be "ruined" if Robbie Williams rejoined the group. 'The Fear' singer - who has revealed she approached the British group to record a track with her - will be furious if the 'Angels' star is reunited with the band he…

Millionaires Take That

Celebrity Gossip

20 Dec 2008

Take That have become the first band to sell a million copies of one album this millennium. The group - Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, Jason Orange and Howard Donald - released 'The Circus' just 19 days ago yet it has already passed the magic seven-figure…

Robbie Williams' Take That ultimatum

Celebrity Gossip

15 Dec 2008

Robbie Williams has reportedly been given an ultimatum by his girlfriend - it's Take That or me. The 34-year-old singer's American actress girlfriend Ayda Field has told him she doesn't want to move to the UK - where Robbie has just purchased a £7…

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…

Robbie Williams' Take That tattoo

Celebrity Gossip

11 Dec 2008

Robbie Williams would "love" to rejoin Take That. The 34-year-old singer - who has lived in Los Angeles for the past five years - insists he is "over the moon" about the group's recent success and is keen to reunite with his old bandmates. Robbie…

Take That's biggest tour

Celebrity Gossip

28 Oct 2008

Take That have announced plans for a UK stadium tour next summer. The quartet - Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, Howard Donald and Jason Orange - will embark on their biggest shows to date, playing eight concerts as part of 'The Circus Live - Summer 2009'…

Take That's noisy neighbours

Celebrity Gossip

3 Sep 2008

Take That have landed their pop band neighbours with an eviction notice. The British group complained about up and coming US act Iglu + Hartley, who live upstairs from their West London recording studio, for disrupting the recording of their new…

Take That's final tour

Celebrity Gossip

23 Jul 2008

Take That's next tour will be their last. The band - who staged a successful comeback in 2006 with the album 'Beautiful World' - are currently recording their new LP and plan to tour when it is finished, but claim the performances will probably be…

Music news round-up

13 Mar 2008

Björk representatives have said that the singer was forced out of Serbian festival EXIT due to her outspoken views on Kosovo. The Icelandic singer voiced her support for the region gaining its independence while onstage during her recent Japanese…

Singles & Downloads

18 Oct 2007

Pop music. What’s the point of it all? Why, quite clearly to ensure that the horrifying likes of McFly can continue to be the beneficiaries of monumental marketing campaigns when all their original fans are surely thinking about starter mortgages these…

Top gigs to watch out for over the next few months

10 Sep 2007

Richard Hawley Sheffield-born singer-songwriter and ex-Pulp/Longpigs man returns with more highly acclaimed epic guitar pop. Queen’s Hall, Edinburgh, 0131 668 2019, Fri 14 Sep. Gwen Stefani Everyone’s favourite ska rocker turned electro pop…

Take That

9 Aug 2007

Faced with the prospect of Never Forget, ‘a new musical based on the songs of Take That’, you’d be forgiven for thinking ‘Mamma Mia, here we go again...’