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Yahoo
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
What songs are on Backstreet Boys' setlist for Las Vegas Sphere shows?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. The ball has finally dropped on 'Into the Millennium.' After announcing their Las Vegas Sphere residency way back in mid-February, Backstreet Boys put on the first three concerts of their 21-show run at the visually-spectacular venue this past weekend. On Friday, July 11, their inaugural night, Nick, AJ, Howie, Kevin and Brian performed 25 songs according to Set List FM. And, while the Sphere residency is named after the group's best-selling 1999 album they didn't play the iconic record in order. 'Larger Than Life' — the album opener — kicked off the show but from there they jumped into the lively 'It's Gotta Be You' (the fourth track) instead of 'I Want It That Way.' From there, they continued mixing things up and keeping fans on their toes. Classics from the self-titled 1996 'Backstreet Boys' like 'As Long As You Love Me,' 'Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)' worked their way into the show. 'Black and Blue' was represented by 'More Than That' and 'Shape of My Heart.' Perhaps most exciting of all though was the inclusion of 'Millennium' tracks that hadn't been performed live in years. 'I Need You Tonight' and 'The Perfect Fan' made their first appearances in over a quarter century; 'Spanish Eyes' returned after nearly a decade on the shelf. They even debuted their new single 'Hey' off the recently re-released 'Millennium 2.0.' Outside of the music, the show itself was…'Larger Than Life.' '…this was more than a mere concert, it was a thrill ride, and the vibrating haptic seats and nonstop visuals elicited shrieks in their own right,' USA Today gushed int their glowing review of the July 11 concert. 'The nearly two-hour joyride came with a futuristic spaceship theme – a nod to their bazillion-selling 'Millennium' album, the celebratory theme of these Vegas shows.' Plus, ''I Want It That Way' marked the first time a Sphere concert has involved a moving apparatus,' USA Today reported. 'The guys stood atop a platform that rose astoundingly high during the finger-snapping pop behemoth while lasers zigzagged around them.' If you'd like to see the beloved boy band live, tickets are available for all remaining Backstreet Boys concerts from now until Aug. 24. For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about the 'Into the Millennium' Las Vegas Sphere residency below. All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. All 18 remaining BSB dates — from July 18 through Aug. 24 — can be found here: Backstreet Boys Sphere dates 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. When Nick Carter and co. aren't lighting up the Sphere stage, many other exciting shows are headed to Vegas' premier entertainment destination. Here's what's up next at the one-of-a-kind venue. Sphere shows 'Postcard From Earth'Academy Award-nominated director Darren Aronofsky's ambitious, immersive, globetrotting film. A look back at U2's groundbreaking Sphere residency. 'The Wizard of Oz'Larger-than-life screenings of the iconic film. Insomniac x Tomorrowland: UnityA huge EDM festival with headliners to be announced at a later date. The EaglesThe classic rockers take a trip down memory lane and play their greatest hits. If you're planning a Las Vegas trip, you can find a complete calendar of all upcoming events at the Sphere here. BSB hit the Sphere stage for the first time on Friday, July 11. Here's what the '90s heroes delivered that evening, based on our findings at Set List FM. All 1999 'Millennium' songs are in bold. 01.) 'Larger Than Life'02.) 'It's Gotta Be You'03.) 'As Long as You Love Me'04.) 'More Than That'05.) 'I Need You Tonight' 06.) 'Siberia'07.) 'Don't Want You Back'08.) 'Get Another Boyfriend'09.) 'Show Me the Meaning of Being Lonely'10.) 'Don't Wanna Lose You Now'11.) 'Hey' (live debut)12.) 'The One'13.) 'Back to Your Heart'14.) 'Spanish Eyes' 15.) 'No One Else Comes Close'16.) 'The Perfect Fan' 17.) 'All I Have to Give'18.) 'Drowning'19.) 'Quit Playing Games (With My Heart)'20.) 'Shape of My Heart'21.) 'I Want It That Way'22.) 'Get Down (You're the One for Me)'23.) 'We've Got It Goin' On'24.) 'The Call'25.) 'Everybody (Backstreet's Back)' On Valentine's Day this year, Backstreet Boys released the single 'Hey.' The emotionally charged track was originally written for the band's 2019 album 'DNA' but ultimately didn't fit in with the album. 'We wanted to hold on to it and [then] this announcement happened, it was like, 'Oh my gosh, what better way to present a brand-new song?' So it turned out perfect,' Brian Littrell shared with The Today Show. If you'd like to hear the guys' latest heartbreaking bop, you can find 'Hey' here. For those that want to dig even deeper, we recommend checking out 'Millennium 2.0,' which features the original 12 tracks, 'Hey,' a few other new songs, alternate lyrics to 'I Want It That Way,' a couple demos and live versions of songs. It's a lot but perfect for any fan that wants a closer look at one of the definitive albums of the late '90s. Many hitmakers you know and love will be out and about these next few months. To make sure you're in the loop, here are just five of our favorites you won't want to miss live in the very near future. • Coldplay • New Kids On The Block • Oasis • Maroon 5 • Jonas Brothers Who else is on the road? Take a look at our list of all the biggest artists on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Legendary 70s horror film that was almost never released now streaming for free
An iconic British horror film that very nearly didn't see the light of day is streaming for free right now on BBC iPlayer. Starring Christopher Lee, Britt Ekland, and Edward Woodward, The Wicker Man follows Sergeant Howie (Woodward) as he arrives on the remote Scottish island of Summerisle to investigate reports of a missing child. The conservative Christian policeman is scandalised by the bizarre rituals and sexual displays from the natives, particularly those of Willow (Ekland) and Lord Summerisle (Lee) As he gets closer to finding out what happened to the child, Howie inadvertently places himself in great peril. Directed by Robin Hardy, it was once famously described by Cinefantastique as 'the Citizen Kane of horror movies' and is often lauded as one of the best genre films of all time. The Wicker Man holds a 91% rating on Rotten Tomatoes with the critics' consensus reading: 'This intelligent horror film is subtle in its thrills and chills, with an ending that is both shocking and truly memorable.' To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video In their review, Decent Films wrote: 'The gothic ambiance and mood synonymous with the era's familiar tales of unholy menace is wholly absent. If there is evil here, it doesn't know it's evil.' London Evening Standard added: 'You can't help smiling at the audacity of it all and shivering a little at the feelbad ending.' The Guardian said: 'A British golden-oldie worthy to be placed alongside classics such as Ira Levin's The Stepford Wives or Rosemary's Baby.' 'The Wicker Man's genre-bending, thematic daring, and tortuous history have made it the U.K.'s definitive cult movie,' Village Voice stated. But its popularity wasn't instant. It went almost entirely under the radar when it first hit cinemas as it was released as the B picture on a double bill with Don't Look Now. It bombed at the box office initially in Britain and failed to gain traction in the US, but thanks to its critical acclaim, The Wicker Man became a cult classic and gained the respect it deserved. The Wicker Man's release is also a marvel, given the studio British Lion's financial troubles that almost buried it. They also didn't like the finished project, dismissing and refusing to promote it. In the months after it was released, Lee called critics on the phone, begging them to come to a screening, even offering to pay for their tickets. The film's budget was low, and the crew behind the production was forced to gather money wherever they could to finish it. The Wicker Man caused great turmoil in the Hardy home, with the director's son Justin telling Metro it 'f***ed up his family.' After the film's catastrophic reception, Caroline, Hardy's wife and Justin's mother, who had invested all her money in it, was saddled with the debts while Robin packed his suitcase and left for the US in 1974. 'My mother was trying to get some response from him, and eventually had to divorce him on the grounds of not having heard from him' he said. More Trending 'My sister had to change her name from Arabella to Joanna in order to be able to survive a Banbury comprehensive. It was a pretty big, pretty seismic, social change. All these years I have had people saying to me: 'God. You're so lucky. Your dad made The Wicker Man.' But that's not quite how I see it. 'It was a very sad time. Because, apart from everything else, I'm going: 'Well, where's Dad? Are we going to see him tomorrow? Are we going to see him next week?' And my mother said: 'I have no idea. I don't know where he is. I don't know how to reach him.'' He continued: 'I had to grow up with my sister with a very, very bitter and disappointed, quite heavily-drinking mother. When she died in 1984 in some ways, it was a sort of merciful ending to what had been a sort of horrible endurance.' The Wicker Man is streaming now on BBC iPlayer Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: One of Pride and Prejudice's most iconic scenes 'won't be in Netflix reboot' MORE: Gregg Wallace 'deeply sorry' after 45 allegations are upheld against ex MasterChef host MORE: Line of Duty star's 'challenging' new BBC drama gets exciting update
SBS Australia
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- SBS Australia
Dai barbecue ai banh mi: lo slang culinario australiano
Per saperne di più: Transcript Howie: Have you ever been invited to an Aussie party and been told to 'bring a plate'? If that sounds strange, you're not alone. Aussie English can be weird — but there's always a reason behind it. So why do Aussies talk about eating the way they do? And how did all these unique food phrases become part of everyday life? Let's find out. Sharing food, sharing culture Food is a beautiful, shared experience. Australia's diverse population has brought meals and food traditions from many cultures. Because of this, you'll hear lots of eating-related words that have evolved from different places. Sharing food is a big part of Aussie culture and mateship. Since the early 20th century, Australians have used the phrase 'bring a plate' — not because they're out of crockery, but because they're asking you to bring food to share. It doesn't have to be a literal plate. It could be a bowl of dessert, a salad, drinks — anything, really. The story behind 'bring a plate' The phrase goes back to community fundraisers and club events in the early 1900s. Instead of buying a ticket, guests were asked to bring a plate of food — often cake. By the 1920s, that became simply: 'bring a plate.' So if you're invited to a barbie, make sure to put some tucker on your plate. Barbie = barbecue Tucker = food (any kind) Snags, sausages, and democracy The snag (sausage) is the hero of many Aussie barbecues. It's also the centrepiece of election fundraisers — where it becomes a 'democracy sausage.' Australians love word shortenings. Research shows that around 4% of Australian English words are shortened forms. Why? Because shortening words feels informal and friendly — and that's how Aussies like to talk. Goon and boxie: the language of wine It may come from 'flagon' (a big bottle of wine), or from 'goom,' another word for alcohol. Either way, it now refers to boxed wine — which Aussies also call: Boxie Box monster Cardy chardy Goon bag Goon sack We get creative with food, and even more creative with names for it. Food, language, and culture Food has always been tied to identity, class, and culture. Australia's earliest settlers and convicts were curious about Indigenous food — later called bush tucker. In 1864, Edward Abbott published the first Australian cookbook, featuring recipes for emu, kangaroo, and other native ingredients. Over time, traditional foods gave way to British and American dishes — even within many Indigenous communities. But after World War II, Australians began to embrace multicultural food more openly. Even when Aussies were hesitant to use other languages, they still used original names for many dishes: Nasi goreng, chop suey, goulash, and more. Kangaroo, macadamia, and Indigenous words Australia's most iconic animal — the kangaroo — gets its name from the Guugu Yimidhirr language. But not all Indigenous words survived colonisation. The macadamia nut, for instance, was named after chemist John Macadam, even though Indigenous names like 'gumburra' and 'kindal kindal' were already in use. Today, we're embracing more migrant and Indigenous words than ever. Borrowing, shortening, and debating Aussies often shorten borrowed food terms too: Spaghetti bolognese becomes spag bol Chicken parmigiana becomes… parma or parmi — depending on where you are Warning: Saying the 'wrong' version could spark a pub debate! Food can be fun — but it can also be political. Australians feel strongly about what we eat and what we call it. From HSP to dim sims Terms like 'kebab' and 'halal snack pack' (HSP) have become part of the Aussie food experience. In fact, in 2016, halal snack pack won the People's Choice Award in the Macquarie Dictionary's Word of the Year. This love of food reflects how we welcome new people, cultures, and ideas — by sharing meals and language. We say 'bring a plate' not just to make parties easier to host — but to try everyone's favourite dish. Food as a shared experience From bush tucker to democracy sausages, and from goon bags to goulash, Aussie English is full of flavour. It's shaped by what we eat, how we live, and who we welcome to the table. And like every good meal — it's meant to be shared. Weird and Wonderful Aussie English Credits Video production company: New Mac Video Agency
Scotsman
5 days ago
- Sport
- Scotsman
I stayed at Newcastle's most luxurious hotel Dakota and saw Scotland from St James Park roof
North east English city has similarities with both Glasgow and Edinburgh Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... From my magnificent vantage point on the 150ft-high roof of Newcastle's football citadel - St James Park stadium - I could just about see Scotland. The distant sight of the Cheviot Hills is a reminder of the proximity of this amazing city, just 90 minutes away by train from Edinburgh. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad View towards the Tyne Bridge and Newcastle city centre from roof of St James Park stadium | Alastair Dalton/The Scotsman I'd been whisked by Lumo's popular service down the most dramatic, coastal section of the east coast main line to sample the luxury of Newcastle's newest grand hotel, Dakota. Before checking in, there was no better way of getting my bearings than by drinking in the all-round views from the home of Newcastle United, dramatically perched on a hill in the city centre. I'm not a football fan, but immediately sensed the immense local pride in the club, from seeing its black and white strips as soon as I stepped off the train, and murals on buildings, to hearing there's as many people on the waiting list as there are season ticket holders. Donning hard hats and hi-vis jackets, we took a series of lifts before the final heart-in-your-mouth ascent via an outside staircase where you started to get a sense of the sheer distance from the ground. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Walkways lead round the edge of the stadium, then, unnervingly, onto a section right above the pitch, but it was still a breathtaking experience. View from the roof of St James Park stadium | Alastair Dalton/The Scotsman I have no head for heights, so keeping my eyes on the back of the person ahead of me while descending proved a very handy focus. Looking south, I got my bearings by seeing the Tyne Bridge nestled among a jumble of riverside buildings, not far from my hotel. The Dakota, just downstream from the classic city landmark, is impressive even on the approach along a European-style, tree-lined riverside boulevard, perhaps in immaculate condition as it's a private road. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The Dakota hotel is beside the Tyne in Newcastle | Alastair Dalton/The Scotsman The imposing, U-shaped six-storey building looks brand new but is actually former law firm offices. An air of sophistication was immediately apparent as soon as I entered, being greeted by not one but two suited doormen beside the hotel's 'rope dog sculpture' Howie, named after local greeting 'howay'. Howie, the Dakota Newcastle's rope dog | Alastair Dalton/The Scotsman The subdued browns and greys of the hotel's lobby are supplemented by a classic racing car theme, with models on displays along with framed prints. I stayed in a stunning "signature suite" on the fourth floor of one of the hotel's wings, the room partially divided by a floor-to-ceiling unit containing large screen TVs on either side. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad A signature suite at the Dakota Newcastle | Alastair Dalton/The Scotsman Offering streaming services such as Netflix and Disney+, it means you can view from either the bed and the sitting area, with the screens neatly transforming into mirrors when switched off. Two remote controls is a clever touch. The room was also well kitted out with nibbles for guests arriving famished from pounding the streets. Packets of biscuits are supplemented by a box of Dakota-branded chocolates, while there were regular or decaffeinated coffee pods for the Nespresso machine in addition to a kettle for tea. However, the most impressive feature of the suite was the easiest-to-operate shower I've ever come across, requiring the press of a single button. The Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and Gateshead Millennium Bridge over the Tyne from the Dakota hotel | Alastair Dalton/The Scotsman The view up the river from the six sets of windows across two walls of the room was amazing, the Gateshead Millennium footbridge in the foreground with the Tyne Bridge and others behind. Right opposite are the giant quayside flour mills which have been transformed into the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Heading down to the Grill restaurant for dinner, passing attractively lit and furnished bar areas, I noticed the dinner menu included a variety of steaks starting at £36 but topped by an eye-watering £150 for Japanese wagyu rib eye. A bar area beside the Grill restaurant at the Dakota Newcastle | Alastair Dalton/The Scotsman I opted for what I thought would be a lighter item - wild mushroom, balsamic and Parmesan gnocchi (£18) - which turned to be as rich as it was delicious, and, very unusually, almost defeated me. While I was at dinner, the staff transformed my room for sleeping, turning down the bed, closing the curtains and adjusting the lighting, including fetching low level illumination in the bathroom, complete with mats laid out beside the bath and shower. The only minor problem I encountered in such a luxurious environment was adjusting the air conditioning to make the room cool enough, since the windows don't open. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Concluding my stay with a perfect eggs benedict for breakfast, I was keen to explore more of the hotel's quayside environs. It got me thinking that aspects of that area are reminiscent - in entirely different ways - of both Glasgow and Edinburgh. For me, the cluster of bridges over the Tyne echo those crossing the Clyde, while the lanes or 'chares' and long flights of stairs which indent the steep descent from the city centre to the river have parallels with the narrow closes of Edinburgh's Old Town. As well as exploring on foot, I gained an entirely different perspective - and covered a far greater distance - with a two-hour excursion offered by Newcastle City Tours. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad It proved a very pleasant amble on mostly traffic-free routes or segregated cycle lanes, my knowledgeable guide Anna leading me through up-and-coming areas such as the Ouseburn , where former workshops have been turned into artists' studios, and green spaces such as Jesmond Dene and the huge Town Moor, where cattle graze. Dakota hotel, 112 Quayside, Newcastle, NE1 3DX, 0191-406 8777, St James Park Stadium Tours, Strawberry Place, Newcastle, NE1 4ST, 0344 372 1892 Newcastle Cycle Tours, The Cycle Hub, Quayside, NE6 1BU, 07754 058577
SBS Australia
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- SBS Australia
Desde ‘barbacoas' hasta el ‘bánh mì': la jerga culinaria australiana
Enlaces: Transcripción Howie: Have you ever been invited to an Aussie party and been told to 'bring a plate'? If that sounds strange, you're not alone. Aussie English can be weird — but there's always a reason behind it. So why do Aussies talk about eating the way they do? And how did all these unique food phrases become part of everyday life? Let's find out. Sharing food, sharing culture Food is a beautiful, shared experience. Australia's diverse population has brought meals and food traditions from many cultures. Because of this, you'll hear lots of eating-related words that have evolved from different places. Sharing food is a big part of Aussie culture and mateship. Since the early 20th century, Australians have used the phrase 'bring a plate' — not because they're out of crockery, but because they're asking you to bring food to share. It doesn't have to be a literal plate. It could be a bowl of dessert, a salad, drinks — anything, really. The story behind 'bring a plate' The phrase goes back to community fundraisers and club events in the early 1900s. Instead of buying a ticket, guests were asked to bring a plate of food — often cake. By the 1920s, that became simply: 'bring a plate.' So if you're invited to a barbie, make sure to put some tucker on your plate. Barbie = barbecue Tucker = food (any kind) Snags, sausages, and democracy The snag (sausage) is the hero of many Aussie barbecues. It's also the centrepiece of election fundraisers — where it becomes a 'democracy sausage.' Australians love word shortenings. Research shows that around 4% of Australian English words are shortened forms. Why? Because shortening words feels informal and friendly — and that's how Aussies like to talk. Goon and boxie: the language of wine It may come from 'flagon' (a big bottle of wine), or from 'goom,' another word for alcohol. Either way, it now refers to boxed wine — which Aussies also call: Boxie Box monster Cardy chardy Goon bag Goon sack We get creative with food, and even more creative with names for it. Food, language, and culture Food has always been tied to identity, class, and culture. Australia's earliest settlers and convicts were curious about Indigenous food — later called bush tucker. In 1864, Edward Abbott published the first Australian cookbook, featuring recipes for emu, kangaroo, and other native ingredients. Over time, traditional foods gave way to British and American dishes — even within many Indigenous communities. But after World War II, Australians began to embrace multicultural food more openly. Even when Aussies were hesitant to use other languages, they still used original names for many dishes: Nasi goreng, chop suey, goulash, and more. Kangaroo, macadamia, and Indigenous words Australia's most iconic animal — the kangaroo — gets its name from the Guugu Yimidhirr language. But not all Indigenous words survived colonisation. The macadamia nut, for instance, was named after chemist John Macadam, even though Indigenous names like 'gumburra' and 'kindal kindal' were already in use. Today, we're embracing more migrant and Indigenous words than ever. Borrowing, shortening, and debating Aussies often shorten borrowed food terms too: Spaghetti bolognese becomes spag bol Chicken parmigiana becomes… parma or parmi — depending on where you are Warning: Saying the 'wrong' version could spark a pub debate! Food can be fun — but it can also be political. Australians feel strongly about what we eat and what we call it. From HSP to dim sims Terms like 'kebab' and 'halal snack pack' (HSP) have become part of the Aussie food experience. In fact, in 2016, halal snack pack won the People's Choice Award in the Macquarie Dictionary's Word of the Year. This love of food reflects how we welcome new people, cultures, and ideas — by sharing meals and language. We say 'bring a plate' not just to make parties easier to host — but to try everyone's favourite dish. Food as a shared experience From bush tucker to democracy sausages, and from goon bags to goulash, Aussie English is full of flavour. It's shaped by what we eat, how we live, and who we welcome to the table. And like every good meal — it's meant to be shared. Weird and Wonderful Aussie English Credits Video production company: New Mac Video Agency
