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Graziadaily
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Why This New Netflix Talent Show Is Already Rife With Controversy
While reality TV has faced a cultural reckoning over the past few years after the tragic deaths of Caroline Flack and former Love Islanders Mike Thalassitis and Sophie Gradon, it's clear the genre is no where close to being done. Streaming giants have only created more iterations since, from Temptation Island, to Next Gen NYC , and now we have Building the Band - a new talent-based reality TV series where singers battle it out to form the winning band. Many have taken issue with this particular reality series because of one of the famous faces appearing in it: Liam Payne. The late One Direction singer filmed his scenes days before he died aged 31, after falling from a hotel balcony. Critics have questioned whether it's ethical to still go ahead with the series and continue to broadcast Payne's scenes after this tragic event. According to Deadline, Netflix spoke with the singer's family first and the resultant conversation led to the decision to go ahead with the show. In a statement they said his family had 'reviewed the series and [were] supportive of his inclusion'. Earlier this week, Payne's sister Ruth Gibbins said on Instagram this week she is 'heartbroken' that Payne will never see how 'brilliant' he is on it. The series follows 50 singers as they compete to form bands without ever seeing each other. ' Building the Band is a brave and bold undertaking for all involved as we hand over power to the singers themselves to form their own band based on chemistry first,' its executive producer Cat Lawson said. 'With looks out of the equation, can they create a deeper connection with their bandmates? With limited bands, there are difficult decisions and heart-stopping moments along the way, but ultimately the outcome is truly amazing, with bands forming who in my opinion are worthy of the very biggest stage!' He's a guest judge on the series alongside Kelly Rowland and Nicole Scherzinger. The show is hosted by the Backstreet Boys' AJ McLean will host. Payne's involvement in the show was first announced last August, just two months before he died. The show has a total of ten episodes, and Liam will only appear from episode seven onwards. Deadline reported that filming wrapped on the show by October 2024, and that the final three episodes were shot live in August of that year in a Manchester studio. Ruchira Sharma is Acting Senior Editor at Grazia, where she writes and edits features for print and digital. From online dating culture, to cryptocurrency and online conspiracy theories, she's most interested by how online life shapes society, and co-hosts the pop culture podcast Everything Is Content.
Daily Mail
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Mel B and Pixie Lott announced as headliners for Flackstock 2025 as event honouring the late presenter moves to new location
Mel B and Pixie Lott will take to the stage this summer in honour of the late presenter Caroline Flack. They will be raising money for several mental health charities at Flackstock, which is being held for the fourth time on August 8 at Crystal Palace Bowl. The Spice Girl, 50, is set to close the event with a DJ set while singer Pixie, 34, will perform once again at the event. They are part of a star-studded lineup that includes Love Island alumni Wes Nelson, who will be performing with drag queen Carrie-Oke in the Neptune 's Choir. Boyzone legends Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy will also be on stage, performing for the first time as part of Boyzlife. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Alife Boe is also set to headline the event, which is described as being a family-friendly day out with more acts still to be announced. Caroline tragically died by suicide in February 2020 after reaching new heights as a presenter in the proceeding years as the face of Love Island. Flackfest was established in a bid to raise awareness of mental health issues by the late star's friends and family. It aids four causes said to be close to Caroline's heart - Choose Love, Mind, Samaritans and Charlie Waller Trust. News of this year's lineup comes after Olly Murs got emotional after playing at the memorial festival last year. Following his set, Olly took to his Instagram stories to talk about the event following an emotional day remembering his close friend. Choking back tears, Olly said: 'Wow, what a night tonight, I just wanted to come on here and say thank you to everyone that came to Flackstock.' 'It was an emotional one tonight, the weirdest feeling this gig tonight, I've never had a feeling like it in all the years I've been performing. Olly and Caroline had close friendship and previously presented the X Factor spin-off show, the Xtra Factor, together for two series between 2011 and 2013 'This is Caroline's festival it's in her name it's for her and her family and all the incredible charities.' Olly added: 'I was very emotional going into it but I just think that you guys pulled through for me - the fans were incredible tonight, thank you for the love, the support- you guys singing.' Olly and Caroline had close friendship and previously presented the X Factor spin-off show, the Xtra Factor, together for two series between 2011 and 2013. Ahead of the performance, Olly shared throwback videos of himself working with Caroline over the years. Alongside the videos, he wrote: 'Been reminiscing a lot these last few weeks knowing Flackstock is today! Caz loved singing, we did it so much, didn't always capture those moments on camera but I did capture them as memories which I'll never forget. 'So I thought I'd put some of these clips on here that I found of her beautiful voice! She sang more than me when I was around her.'
Scottish Sun
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Flackstock line up revealed as Spice Girl and 00s pop icons join festival in memory of Love Island's Caroline Flack
The event has a huge new venue change for 2025 pop fest Flackstock line up revealed as Spice Girl and 00s pop icons join festival in memory of Love Island's Caroline Flack Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SPICE Girl Mel C, popstar Pixie Lott and vocalist Alfie Boe lead the line-up for Flackstock's annual festival - which heads to London this summer. The family-friendly day of music and performance celebrates the life of late Love Island anchor Caroline Flack and raises both awareness of mental health and cash for related charities. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 8 The line-up for the fourth Flackstock festival has been revealed Credit: Getty 8 Spice Girl Melanie C will round off the festival with a DJ set Credit: Getty 8 Tenor Alfie Boe is on the set list for the family-friendly festival Credit: Getty 8 Flackstock is held in memory of the late Love Island host Caroline Flack Credit: Rex Caroline's loved ones decided that they wanted to set up the festival as a way to cope with their own grief and bring people together to remember the presenter, who passed five years ago. This time around, the event has moved to a new venue in Crystal Palace Bowl, London, as part of South Facing Festival. Wannabe hitmaker Mel C will close the event on August 8 with a top DJ set. Yet during the day, Alfie and Pixie will take to the stage, as well as Boyzlife - who are making their Flackstock debut. S Club 7's Jo O'Meara and Jon Lee will be bringing further pop to the proceedings while Love Island alum-turned-musician Wes Nelson is also on the setlist. Carrie-Oke – in memory of Caroline – will feature the Neptunes Choir with Mazz Murray and Ginger Johnson bringing the good vibes, with more acts yet to be released. Last year, Caroline's close pal and former The Xtra Factor co-host Olly Murs headlined the event, filled with comedy, dance and music. Meanwhile, the festival committee includes Caroline's mother Christine and sister Jody, and friends Natalie Pinkham, Dawn O'Porter, Anna Blue, Sarah Tyekiff and Katie Joyce. Co-Founder, actress and writer Dawn, said of the 2025 event - the fourth of its kind: "This year we are in London on the tube route and it's on a Friday too – so we can all party for the weekend at Flackstock. "It's also the best day out for kids – the perfect introduction to festival season for all the family. Caroline Flack tribute concert line-up revealed with huge acts as Flackstock charity fundraiser returns "It's a wonderful safe site. Surrounded by beautiful trees and the stage floats on a lake. "There is plenty of space for all our usual activities like the Mindfulness Tent, a VIP section and there will be the usual loads of food vendors and of course, plenty of bars. "We cannot wait for a fresh take on our fourth year in existence – and an amazing line up!' Money raised from Flackstock 2025 will once again be split equally between Choose Love, Mind, Samaritans and Charlie Waller Trust – four worthy outlets that held a special place in Caroline's heart. A fifth charity, the Flackstock Fund has also been revealed and will be supporting other mental health charities throughout the year. So far, the festival has raised over £700,000 for the charities. Love Island host Caroline, 40, took her own life in February 2020. Last year, the committee said: 'Flackstock was an incredible way to remember Caroline, but it became so much more — a place full of joy where people felt comfortable talking about mental health. 'There has been an overwhelming desire for us to return.' Flackstock runs on Friday August 8 from 4pm at Crystal Palace Bowl. Tickets are on sale now. 8 Boyzlife have been confirmed to perform Credit: Splash 8 Pixie Lott, who performed at the festival in 2023, is back for another year Credit: Getty 8 Olly Murs headlined last year for the event which raises funds for mental health charities as well as awareness of mind health in general Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Flackstock line up revealed as Spice Girl and 00s pop icons join festival in memory of Love Island's Caroline Flack
SPICE Girl Mel C, popstar Pixie Lott and vocalist Alfie Boe lead the line-up for Flackstock's annual festival - which heads to London this summer. The family-friendly day of music and performance celebrates the life of late Love Island anchor Caroline Flack and raises both awareness of mental health and cash for related charities. Advertisement 8 The line-up for the fourth Flackstock festival has been revealed Credit: Getty 8 Spice Girl Melanie C will round off the festival with a DJ set Credit: Getty 8 Tenor Alfie Boe is on the set list for the family-friendly festival Credit: Getty 8 Flackstock is held in memory of the late Love Island host Caroline Flack Credit: Rex Caroline's loved ones decided that they wanted to set up the festival as a way to cope with their own grief and bring people together to remember the presenter , who passed five years ago. This time around, the event has moved to a new venue in Crystal Palace Bowl, London, as part of South Facing Festival. Wannabe hitmaker Mel C will close the event on August 8 with a top DJ set. Yet during the day, Alfie and Pixie will take to the stage, as well as Boyzlife - who are making their Flackstock debut. Advertisement read more flackstock S Club 7's Jo O'Meara and Jon Lee will be bringing further pop to the proceedings while Love Island alum-turned-musician Wes Nelson is also on the setlist. Carrie-Oke – in memory of Caroline – will feature the Neptunes Choir with Mazz Murray and Ginger Johnson bringing the good vibes, with more acts yet to be released. Last year, Caroline's close pal and former The Xtra Factor co-host Meanwhile, the festival committee includes Caroline's mother Christine and sister Jody, and friends Natalie Pinkham, Dawn O'Porter, Anna Blue, Sarah Tyekiff and Katie Joyce. Advertisement Most read in Music Exclusive Exclusive Co-Founder, actress and writer Dawn, said of the 2025 event - the fourth of its kind: "This year we are in London on the tube route and it's on a Friday too – so we can all party for the weekend at Flackstock. "It's also the best day out for kids – the perfect introduction to festival season for all the family. Caroline Flack tribute concert line-up revealed with huge acts as Flackstock charity fundraiser returns "It's a wonderful safe site. Surrounded by beautiful trees and the stage floats on a lake. "There is plenty of space for all our usual activities like the Mindfulness Tent, a VIP section and there will be the usual loads of food vendors and of course, plenty of bars. Advertisement "We cannot wait for a fresh take on our fourth year in existence – and an amazing line up!' Money raised from Flackstock 2025 will once again be split equally between Choose Love, Mind, Samaritans and Charlie Waller Trust – four worthy outlets that held a special place in Caroline's heart. A fifth charity, the Flackstock Fund has also been revealed and will be supporting other mental health charities throughout the year. So far, the festival has raised over £700,000 for the charities. Advertisement Love Island host Caroline, 40, Last year, the committee said: 'Flackstock was an incredible way to 'There has been an overwhelming desire for us to return.' Flackstock runs on Friday August 8 from 4pm at Crystal Palace Bowl. Advertisement 8 Boyzlife have been confirmed to perform Credit: Splash 8 Pixie Lott, who performed at the festival in 2023, is back for another year Credit: Getty 8 Olly Murs headlined last year for the event which raises funds for mental health charities as well as awareness of mind health in general Credit: Getty Advertisement 8 This year, the event has moved to Crystal Palace Bowl on August 8 Credit: Getty
The Sun
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Flackstock line up revealed as Spice Girl and 00s pop icons join festival in memory of Love Island's Caroline Flack
SPICE Girl Mel C, popstar Pixie Lott and vocalist Alfie Boe lead the line-up for Flackstock's annual festival - which heads to London this summer. The family-friendly day of music and performance celebrates the life of late Love Island anchor Caroline Flack and raises both awareness of mental health and cash for related charities. 8 8 8 8 Caroline's loved ones decided that they wanted to set up the festival as a way to cope with their own grief and bring people together to remember the presenter, who passed five years ago. This time around, the event has moved to a new venue in Crystal Palace Bowl, London, as part of South Facing Festival. Wannabe hitmaker Mel C will close the event on August 8 with a top DJ set. Yet during the day, Alfie and Pixie will take to the stage, as well as Boyzlife - who are making their Flackstock debut. S Club 7's Jo O'Meara and Jon Lee will be bringing further pop to the proceedings while Love Island alum-turned-musician Wes Nelson is also on the setlist. Carrie-Oke – in memory of Caroline – will feature the Neptunes Choir with Mazz Murray and Ginger Johnson bringing the good vibes, with more acts yet to be released. Last year, Caroline's close pal and former The Xtra Factor co-host Olly Murs headlined the event, filled with comedy, dance and music. Meanwhile, the festival committee includes Caroline's mother Christine and sister Jody, and friends Natalie Pinkham, Dawn O'Porter, Anna Blue, Sarah Tyekiff and Katie Joyce. Co-Founder, actress and writer Dawn, said of the 2025 event - the fourth of its kind: "This year we are in London on the tube route and it's on a Friday too – so we can all party for the weekend at Flackstock. "It's also the best day out for kids – the perfect introduction to festival season for all the family. "It's a wonderful safe site. Surrounded by beautiful trees and the stage floats on a lake. "There is plenty of space for all our usual activities like the Mindfulness Tent, a VIP section and there will be the usual loads of food vendors and of course, plenty of bars. "We cannot wait for a fresh take on our fourth year in existence – and an amazing line up!' Money raised from Flackstock 2025 will once again be split equally between Choose Love, Mind, Samaritans and Charlie Waller Trust – four worthy outlets that held a special place in Caroline's heart. A fifth charity, the Flackstock Fund has also been revealed and will be supporting other mental health charities throughout the year. So far, the festival has raised over £700,000 for the charities. Love Island host Caroline, 40, took her own life in February 2020. Last year, the committee said: 'Flackstock was an incredible way to remember Caroline, but it became so much more — a place full of joy where people felt comfortable talking about mental health. 'There has been an overwhelming desire for us to return.' Flackstock runs on Friday August 8 from 4pm at Crystal Palace Bowl. Tickets are on sale now. 8 8 8
