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Martin Solveig Retires from DJing
Yara Sameh Martin Solveig, the acclaimed French producer, singer, and songwriter, has announced his retirement from the world of DJing. According to France 24 , Solveig shared the news with fans at France's Les Vieilles Charrues music festival on Saturday (July 19) – his one and only performance of 2025, and first live gig since November. 'It's a special moment,' Solveig told a crowd of 70,000. 'All my life, each time I came onstage I told myself: 'Play like it's your last concert.' Just until that moment arrives. 'Some of you have been following me for decades,' he added. 'Thank you for coming, I know some have come from far away. Some of you will take my place. Thank you for being here, from the bottom of my heart.' Solveig later confirmed the news in a social post shared on Tuesday, explaining that he would not, however, be retiring from making music. 'To new beginnings,' he wrote. 'I'm leaving the stage with a full heart, stepping aside for the next generation. You'll find me in the crowd, cheering them on at concerts and festivals. 'Music is my life — and always will be,' Solveig added. 'I'll keep creating, for the joy, for the kids, and for/with artists I look up to. Per France 24, Les Vieilles Charrues Director Jerome Trehorel explained that the festival was itself unaware they would be hosting Solveig's final live performance until only recently. 'It was a surprise when he told us several weeks ago that the Vieilles Charrues would be his only concert date this year, and that it would be his last,' Trehorel said. 'It's an immense honour.' Solveig began DJing at the age of 18 in the early '90s before rising to fame throughout the early '00s as a prolific producer and songwriter. Alongside collaborations with names such as David Guetta, Madonna, and Laidback Luke, he released a total of five studio albums, including his most recent, 2023's Back to Life. The 2011 single 'Hello' (which featured Canadian musician Martina Sorbara's Dragonette project) became Solveig's most successful track, peaking at No. 5 in his native France and giving him his sole appearance on the Hot 100 at No. 46. Solveig also made a small number of appearances on the Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart across his career, with collaborative singles 'All Day and Night' and 'Thing For You' reaching No. 14 and No. 19, respectively, in 2019. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
Cairo 360
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
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'Back to Life' Exhibition at Duroub Art Gallery
Duroub Art Gallery proudly showcases the 'Back to Life' exhibition by artist Salah Shehta from July 5 to July 20. Open daily from 11 AM to 7 PM, except Fridays.
Yahoo
04-07-2025
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Bella Ramsey Cast in Channel 4's ‘Maya,' Written by and Co-Starring Daisy Haggard
Bella Ramsey, star of HBO's The Last of Us, will set their sights on a new drama series as Channel 4 confirms the young actor has been cast in Daisy Haggard's Maya. Ramsey will co-lead the cast of the six-part show, created by BAFTA-nominated Haggard (Back to Life, Breeders). Haggard will also star as Ramsey's mother and at the same time, make her directorial debut. Jamie Donoughue co-directs. More from The Hollywood Reporter Karlovy Vary's Krystof Mucha on Continuing the Legacy of Jiri Bartoska Marcel Barelli to Get Locarno Kids Award, Annecy Winner 'Arco' to Screen at Fest 'The Old Guard 2' Review: Charlize Theron and KiKi Layne Bring All the Right Moves, but Netflix Sequel Doesn't Have the Same Kick The Game of Thrones breakout will play the titular Maya, teenage daughter of Anna (Haggard). Forced into a witness protection programme to escape a life-threatening danger, Anna and Maya leave their London lives behind, taking on new identities and relocating to a small rural town in Scotland. 'As they try to adjust to their new reality, the trauma of their past continues to haunt them in the form of two hitmen intent on tracking them down,' a plot synopsis reads. 'As the walls close in, it becomes clear that a dangerous figure from their past is still a looming threat.' The project will be filmed entirely on location in Scotland later this year, with further casting announcements coming in due course. Ramsey said: 'This story and these characters Daisy has created are so alive, nuanced, wickedly funny and scarily dark. Every character jumps off the page, the dialogue is incredibly witty and I'm so excited to get to play Maya opposite Daisy's Anna.' Haggard, writer, creator and co-director, said: 'Ever since I first dreamt up this show, there has only ever been one Maya… I wrote the part with Bella so clearly in my head and I honestly still can't believe they want to be part of it. Bella is pure magic, just insanely talented, and I can't wait for us to work together. I'm also thrilled to be taking the leap into directing, and excited to have the opportunity to co-direct the series alongside the brilliant Jamie Donoughue.' Maya was commissioned for Channel 4 by Ollie Madden, director of Film4 and Channel 4 Drama and Gemma Boswell, commissioning editor, drama. It is a Two Brothers Pictures (an All3Media company) production, in association with All3Media International. Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
Yahoo
07-06-2025
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‘I visited the ultimate foodie heaven at a London park and left sunburnt but smiling'
I spent my Saturday in a proper foodie paradise. Pub in the Park rolled into Gunnersbury Park for the first time, and I was there for the daytime session. If you like top-tier pub grub, decent live music and a strong cocktail under the sun, it was absolutely the place to be. This was my third time at Pub in the Park, but my first visit to this new London location. Gunnersbury turned out to be an ideal setting. Open and green, well kept, easy to get around, and just far enough from traffic to feel like a proper escape. The sun turned up too. Let's talk food. That's what you're there for. Dozens of top pubs and restaurants dishing up small-plate versions of their signature dishes, served fast but cooked with real care. The idea is you don't just have one meal – you try a few, compare notes, and eat your way across the field like a very lucky critic with no deadlines. First up for me was The Pig's Ear's crispy buttermilk chicken with coronation crème fraîche. It sounded a bit experimental but completely nailed it – crisp coating, juicy meat, and a sharp, creamy sauce that somehow didn't feel out of place. (Image: Amy Clarke) My friend picked the Madras-spiced cauliflower from Guy Ritchie's Lore of the Land. Topped with lime pickle mayo and a poppadom crunch, it had serious depth. We followed that with a chicken tortilla from Tom Kerridge's. Simple, solid, and just what we needed to reset the palate. Dishes weren't huge, but that's part of the experience. You're not sitting down to a Sunday roast. You're roaming, tasting, mixing it up. READ MORE: We caught Simon the Butcher at the fire pit stage doing a live demo. Proper knives, proper heat, and a good bit of showmanship. Over in the M&S Food Village we stumbled into a tomato cooking session, focused on Isle of Wight varieties. I had an incredible whiskey cocktail from a stand called Monkey Shoulder – strong, well balanced, and ice-cold. Plenty of craft options, wines, spirits and non-alcoholic alternatives dotted around. The music kicked off gently. I caught the end of Pandora's club classics set – think 90s and early 2000s floor-fillers. (Image: Amy Clarke) Norman Jay followed with a smooth run of soul and funk that suited the weather perfectly. Soul II Soul were the big draw, and they didn't disappoint. The field in front of the stage filled up fast, and when Back to Life dropped, everyone got involved. The crowd was spot on. A proper mix of ages. Families with kids running around the fairground rides, groups of mates chasing cocktails, couples sunbathing between sets. A few very relaxed dogs. No aggro. No posing. Just happy people eating, drinking and making the most of the sunshine. I had a VIP pass this year, which meant access to a quieter seating area, a decent view of the stage, and a couple of extras like private tastings. Nothing too fancy, but it gave us a good base to regroup and rest our feet. At one point, I realised I'd forgotten sun cream and was already going a bit pink. I asked one of the security staff if they had any – they didn't, but about half an hour later he found me again with another member of staff who handed some over. (Image: Amy Clarke) That kind of gesture says a lot. Friendly, thoughtful and not something you get at every big event. Before heading out, we hit the dodgems which were surprisingly brutal. Easily one of the most fun bits of the day. There was also a vintage Ferris wheel and plenty of fairground stalls, adding to the old-school summer fair feel. By the time we left in the late afternoon, we had spoken to a number of people who had decided they were going to stay for evening session but for me, the daytime slot was enough. I'd eaten well, danced a bit, learned a few things about tomatoes and wine, and had a brilliant day in a corner of London I rarely visit. Pub in the Park knows what it's doing. The food's the star, but the festival around it creates this perfect summertime atmosphere. I'll be back next year, with a hat, sun cream and even more appetite.
