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The Guardian
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Alanis Morissette at Glastonbury review – spectacular sundown set by a unique feminist artist
Alanis Morissette has landed the coveted pre-headliner 'sundowner slot' on the Pyramid stage on Friday, and without any significant clashes, setting her up for a healthy crowd. Just in case you're not familiar with who she is, her set opens with a helpful explanatory video emphasising her cultural impact with testimonials from Kelly Clarkson, Halsey and (actual Glastonbury headliner) Olivia Rodrigo, as well as clips from interviews giving a brief overview on her views (anti-war; 'naturearchy' over patriarchy). This brazen American narration letting you know that you're about to see a seven-time Grammy award-winner and a Very Influential Artist strikes a slightly odd note (or maybe just an un-English one). The spirit of Glastonbury, after all, is one where even the biggest star in the world must profess earnest and heartfelt gratitude for having been permitted to so much as cross the threshold of this holy ground; Morissette's video intro, emphasising her importance – under-acknowledged as it may be – risks setting expectations unattainably high. However, when Morissette takes the stage, she is very quick to show that she deserves them. After a little trill on her harmonica, she introduces One Hand in My Pocket, one of her best-known songs. It's a smart move, not only inviting the audience to join in with its built-in choreography (one hand making a peace sign, one hand holding a cigarette – good luck hailing that taxi cab!) but also signalling that she's setting out to play a crowd-pleasing set, and not planning to hold back on the hits. For anyone who has cared to see beyond her reputation as the Canadian singer of Ironic and/or an angry man-hating feminist – as she was persistently dismissed, even at her career peak – Morissette has always been defined by her voice. It's both incredibly powerful, capable of the octave-jumping acrobatics that define pop's most lauded singers, but also – more unusually – idiosyncratic: you don't have to be very familiar with her back catalogue to be able to do a quickly guessable impression. Thirty years on from her album Jagged Little Pill, no one would fault Morissette if she wasn't able to summon the raw power that made that album so enduring. It's defined of course by You Oughta Know, a song that makes every other song subsequently described as having been 'inspired by female rage' (and there have been many!) sound as if they were written by ChatGPT. But if there were any doubts about her voice among the crowd, Morissette dispels them instantly, really putting some welly into her trademark warble, even for One Hand in My Pocket – one of her lower-intensity hit songs. 'Got some pipes on her, eh,' my sister messages me from elsewhere in the field and I can only agree. The focus of this set is on Morissette as a singer, as much as a songwriter, and it's refreshing – after a decade now of whisperpop, and even the angriest young feminists in pop seemingly struggling to actually raise their voices – to hear what a well-trained diaphragm is capable of. Perhaps relatedly, Morissette keeps the chat between songs to a minimum, thanking the crowd with an ear-to-ear smile then launching into Right Through You. On the screen behind her, a series of stats scroll through highlighting the multi-faceted grim reality for women today, still – from higher rates of depression and anxiety than men, to a tiny share of the world's total wealth, to dismal stats of partner violence. It makes explicit the sexism and disrespect that has dogged Morissette through her career and brings it into the anniversary set, concluding the song with the question: 'Why are we afraid of the divine feminine?' Morissette lets the question hang, or lets her songs speak for her. She introduces her band one member at the time, saving the crowd from the typically long list of names, but otherwise keeps focused on the set. When she launches into Hands Clean, another belter, you may be starting to realise she's got more great songs than you remember. The sheer proliferation of hits, many from Jagged Little Pill alone, keeps the set pacy. Head Over Feet, featuring a harmonica solo, lifts the energy after the earlier sobering messaging. Her charm as a songwriter lies in this duality of perspective, with Morissette being equally capable of razor-sharp clarity and also the feminine right to set it every aside once in a while. A rhythm emerges to the set where, along with the member-by-member introduction to her band, Morissette showcases her vocal skills before launching into the song itself. The life-affirming energy of You Learn is lost to Smiling, a dirge-y ballad most reminiscent of Evanescence, which only Morissette seems to enjoy, twirling around on the stage as though entirely alone. But Ironic is triumphant, a big singalong that gets everyone up and on their feet, even at the very crest of the hill – and You Oughta Know is ironclad, as powerful and shockingly direct as on your-ever listen. When Morissette concludes her set with Thank You – after of course thanking us, the audience, for the 'bucket list' show – she seems to mean it and the feeling is mutual.
The Guardian
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Alanis Morissette at Glastonbury review – spectacular sundown set by a unique feminist artist
Alanis Morissette has landed the coveted pre-headliner 'sundowner slot' on the Pyramid stage on Friday, and without any significant clashes, setting her up for a healthy crowd. Just in case you're not familiar with who she is, her set opens with a helpful explanatory video emphasising her cultural impact with testimonials from Kelly Clarkson, Halsey and (actual Glastonbury headliner) Olivia Rodrigo, as well as clips from interviews giving a brief overview on her views (anti-war: 'naturearchy' over patriarchy). This brazen American narration letting you know that you're about to see a seven-time Grammy award-winner and a Very Influential Artist strikes a slightly odd note (or maybe just an un-English one). The spirit of Glastonbury, after all, is one where even the biggest star in the world must profess earnest and heartfelt gratitude for having been permitted to so much as cross the threshold of this holy ground; Morissette's video intro, emphasising her importance – under-acknowledged as it may be – risks setting expectations unattainably high. However, when Morissette takes the stage, she is very quick to show that she deserves them. After a little trill on her harmonica, she introduces One Hand in My Pocket, one of her best-known songs. It's a smart move, not only inviting the audience to join in with its built-in choreography (one hand making a peace sign, one hand holding a cigarette – good luck hailing that taxi cab!) but also signalling that she's setting out to play a crowd-pleasing set, and not planning to hold back on the hits. For anyone who has cared to see beyond her reputation as the Canadian singer of Ironic and/or an angry man-hating feminist – as she was persistently dismissed, even at her career peak – Morissette has always been defined by her voice. It's both incredibly powerful, capable of the octave-jumping acrobatics that define pop's most lauded singers, but also – more unusually – idiosyncratic: you don't have to be very familiar with her back catalogue to be able to do a quickly guessable impression. Thirty years on from her album Jagged Little Pill, no one would fault Morissette if she wasn't able to summon the raw power that made that album so enduring. It's defined of course by You Oughta Know, a song that makes every other song subsequently described as having been 'inspired by female rage' (and there have been many!) sound as if they were written by ChatGPT. But if there were any doubts about her voice among the crowd, Morissette dispels them instantly, really putting some welly into her trademark warble, even for One Hand in My Pocket – one of her lower-intensity hit songs. 'Got some pipes on her, eh,' my sister messages me from elsewhere in the field and I can only agree. The focus of this set is on Morissette as a singer, as much as a songwriter, and it's refreshing – after a decade now of whisperpop, and even the angriest young feminists in pop seemingly struggling to actually raise their voices – to hear what a well-trained diaphragm is capable of. Perhaps relatedly, Morissette keeps the chat between songs to a minimum, thanking the crowd with an ear-to-ear smile then launching into Right Through You. On the screen behind her, a series of stats scroll through highlighting the multi-faceted grim reality for women today, still – from higher rates of depression and anxiety than men, to a tiny share of the world's total wealth, to dismal stats of partner violence. It makes explicit the sexism and disrespect that has dogged Morissette through her career and brings it into the anniversary set, concluding the song with the question: 'Why are we afraid of the divine feminine?' Morissette lets the question hang, or lets her songs speak for her. She introduces her band one member at the time, saving the crowd from the typically long list of names, but otherwise keeps focused on the set. When she launches into Hands Clean, another belter, you may be starting to realise she's got more great songs than you remember. The sheer proliferation of hits, many from Jagged Little Pill alone, keeps the set pacy. Head Over Feet, featuring a harmonica solo, lifts the energy after the earlier sobering messaging. Her charm as a songwriter lies in this duality of perspective, with Morissette being equally capable of razor-sharp clarity and also the feminine right to set it every aside once in a while. A rhythm emerges to the set where, along with the member-by-member introduction to her band, Morissette showcases her vocal skills before launching into the song itself. The life-affirming energy of You Learn is lost to Smiling, a dirge-y ballad most reminiscent of Evanescence, which only Morissette seems to enjoy, twirling around on the stage as though entirely alone. But Ironic is triumphant, a big singalong that gets everyone up and on their feet, even at the very crest of the hill – and You Oughta Know is ironclad, as powerful and shockingly direct as on your-ever listen. When Morissette concludes her set with Thank You – after of course thanking us, the audience, for the 'bucket list' show – she seems to mean it and the feeling is mutual.
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Halsey shares unfiltered medical selfie, shows strength amid health struggles
On Sunday, June 22nd, Halsey took to social media and posted a picture with a medical port fitted on her chest after recent hospitalisation amid ongoing tour. The post included a total of six photos. Among them was a selfie where you can see the "Without Me" singer in a white tanktop standing in front of a hospital mirror. The post also included makeup-free selfie of Halsey smiling, a sweet moment with their 3-year-old son Ender Ridley Aydin, and a behind-the-scenes shot while getting hair and makeup done. The pictures were taken while they were on tour for 'For My Last Trick'. This comes after she revealed in June 2024 about being diagnosed with Lupus SLE and a rare T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder back in 2022.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Halsey Alerts & Saves Crew From Getting Burned During Concert
Halsey recently could have faced a big stage mishap, but the 'Walls Could Talk' singer saved the day with their quick actions. The artist is currently on the 'For My Last Trick' tour. The incident took place on June 14 during their Pittsburgh concert as part of the tour. While performing their song 'Without Me' on stage, the singer noticed a crew member could be in danger of burning by coming close to the pyrotechnics display. The artist didn't waste any time and stepped in to save the crew person. A new TikTok video from Halsey's recent concert in Pittsburgh has gone viral on the internet. The concert was part of the ongoing 'For My Last Trick' tour. The video captured the singer saving a videographer from a potentially serious injury on stage. During their performance on the song 'Without Me', a crew member caught the artist's attention. The videographer was capturing moments of Halsey's performance. However, what the person didn't realize was that they were standing close to the pyrotechnics display, which is a very common part of concerts. The singer was singing the line 'I had to go and find out from them' when they noticed the videographer's position on the stage. Halsey immediately made waving gestures with their hands and also asked the crew person to 'get out of the way!' However, the videographer failed to understand what Halsey was trying to convey. As soon as the singer realized what was happening, they rushed towards the crew person to save them. The artist could be heard shouting, 'No, there-there's pyro coming! Move.' After that, the videographer moved away from the spot right before the pyrotechnics display began on the stage. Thus, the singer won fans' hearts by saving the crew member from a possible accident. The post Halsey Alerts & Saves Crew From Getting Burned During Concert appeared first on Reality Tea.
Tatler Asia
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
7 things to know about BTS member Suga
Suga's stage name has an interesting origin story Above A snapshot from Suga's audition for BTS (Photo: Youtube / Big Hit Entertainment) Min Yoongi's stage name 'Suga' came about in a unique way. Part of it is an abbreviation of the basketball term 'shooting guard,' the position he plays. Another part of it is a reference to his pale skin and sweet smile, which led the Bighit CEO Bang Si-hyuk to suggest the stage name Suga. He transforms his struggles into the basis of his songs Above BTS member Suga filming the music video for his song "Amygdala," from the album D-Day (Photo: Facebook / BTS) Above BTS member Suga filming the music video for his song "Amygdala," from the album D-Day (Photo: Facebook / BTS) While working a part-time job as a delivery boy in 2012, Suga was hit by a car and received a shoulder injury. He has also undergone significant mental health challenges through the years, including anxiety and depression. He has openly discussed his healing journey through such songs as Amygdala and Snooze . Through these songs, he encourages listeners to open up to their loved ones about their struggles and remain hopeful in the face of their difficulties. In case you missed it: Future's gonna be okay: 5 of BTS member Suga's most inspirational songs He is also successful as an individual rapper Above BTS member Suga filming the music video for his song "Daechwita," from the album D-2 (Photo: Facebook / BTS) Aside from being part of the BTS rap line, Suga also operates under the stage name Agust D. The first four letters are an inversion of his stage name Suga. The last two letters stand for Daegu Town, of which Suga is a local. Long before BTS went on hiatus, he started to pursue his rapping career through such albums as 'Agust D,' 'D-2' and 'D-DAY.' After his world tour concluded in 2023, his sold-out shows in North America and Asia made his concert tour the first, highest-grossing concert by a Korean soloist. He was also the first rapper in history to earn over $3M in a single-arena concert. His North American record was recently surpassed by BTS member j-hope. Suga has collaborated with a wide range of artists Above BTS member Suga with his frequent collaborator and close friend, Halsey, after a performance of "Lilith" for the videogame "Diablo" (Photo: X / BTS) Suga originally wanted to join Big Hit as a producer before being persuaded to take an idol route. In South Korea, one of his most notable productions was on Suran's song Wine , which has sold over 500,000 digital downloads. He also has collaborated with IU, one of the most beloved singer-songwriters in South Korea. Internationally, he has also collaborated with a range of artists such as Halsey, Juice WRLD and Ryuichi Sakamoto. Suga is one of the wisest, most knowledgeable BTS members Above All 7 BTS members (Photo: Weverse) Whichever BTS member you ask, they repeat the same sentiment: that when they need answers to random questions or want trivia, they immediately turn to Suga. Although he is seen as soft-spoken and reserved, he is always ready with unexpected, engaging facts. As a member of the hyung (older) line, the members often turn to him for sound advice, which Suga is known for delivering in a straightforward, concise manner. He has a YouTube drinking show called 'Suchwita' Photo 1 of 4 BTS member Suga on the set of his drinking show "Suchwita" (Photo: IMDB) Photo 2 of 4 BTS Suga with his bandmate Jimin on set at an episode of "Suchwita" (Photo: X / BTS) Photo 3 of 4 BTS Suga with his bandmate Jin on set at an episode of "Suchwita" (Photo: X / BTS) Photo 4 of 4 BTS Suga with members of Tomorrow X Together Taehyun and Yeonjun on set at an episode of "Suchwita" (Photo: X / BTS) Despite his introverted nature, Suga made an excellent host on the drinking show Suchwita . This was an opportunity for Suga to showcase his more playful, witty side, engaging guests in thought-provoking and entertaining conversations. Running from December 2022 to February 2024, Suga hosted a wide range of guests on his show. These included his bandmates RM and Jungkook, as well as other Korean artists like Woozi of Seventeen, Yeonjun and Taehyun of Tomorrow X Together, and more. NOW READ What Korean dramas can teach us about modern fatherhood Exploring 5 style moments that set Jin of BTS apart Stunning Singapore locations that star in BTS Jin's new music video, 'Don't Say You Love Me'
