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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Better Man
The BAFTA-nominated musical take on Robbie William's life, with the singer played by a digital chimp Year: 2024 Certificate: 15 Watch now on Prime Video Have you ever imagined what a film of Robbie Williams's life might look like if he were played by a digital chimp, and it were staged as a jukebox musical? That's exactly the approach Michael Gracey's film takes to portraying the ascent of the Angels singer, tracing his rise from the streets of Stoke-on-Trent to the heights of entertaining more than 375,000 at Knebworth in 2003. It's a rags-to-riches story then, but one shot through with the importance of relationships - chiefly, Robbie's relationship with himself. The portrayal of the ex-Take Thatter as a chimp represents Robbie's insecurities and how he measures himself through the eyes of those around him, personally and professionally. Two other relationships are significant here, too - that with his showman father and with All Saints' Nicole Appleton, to whom Robbie was engaged. The story of their relationship and especially why she didn't move forward with her pregnancy, is arguably the emotional core of the film and unexpectedly moving in what it says about the cost of fame and why people are prepared to pay it. Gracey's film is filled with creatively staged musical numbers that veer in style from West End razzmatazz to edgy music video, deploying nifty visual effects throughout that earned it a BAFTA nomination. It's also, we shouldn't forget to say, a highly entertaining film to watch, particularly the stretch detailing Robbie's time with Take That. Although it may leave you wondering why on earth anyone would pursue a career in pop music in the first place. (135 minutes)
Scotsman
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Oasis' Heaton Park shows tipped to be their third live album, bookies suggest
Could Oasis' next release be a live album from this week's shows at Heaton Park in Manchester? Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, 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... Bookies think they know what the next Oasis release could be, and the odds look good. Betway have offered a 91% probability that their Heaton Park, Manchester shows could be part of a live album in the near future. But are there any tickets left to be part of that potential experience, and what about tickets to their London dates? The third of Oasis's homecoming shows at Heaton Park, Manchester, continues this evening, with the hometown heroes eliciting some of the biggest crowd responses of the year so far. Though perhaps not as hallowed as their 1996 Knebworth shows, it is still an incredibly significant moment for fans and pop culture alike; who would have thought this time last year that Liam and Noel Gallagher would make amends and perform together again after their acrimonious split in 2009 . Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Such a momentous occasion clearly needs more than TikTok and YouTube videos to archive the events, right? Well, according to one bookmaker, you might want to mind your language come the next Manchester show – you could be part of a live album, and the odds are very favourable. What are the odds that Oasis' Heaton Park shows will become a live album? Bookies think that the current shows Oasis are performing in Manchester will be released as a live album - with an overwhelming 91% probability according to Betway. | OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images/Canva According to Betway , there is a strong likelihood the hometown shows might become a future 'Live at Heaton Park' album release, with the bookmaker citing 11/10 odds it will happen - a probability of 91%. Speaking about the odds, Mike Reading, expert spokesperson at Betway, said: 'The first two weeks of the long-awaited Oasis reunion have dominated headlines and sent Oasis fever into overdrive. Fans have watched the Gallagher brothers share the stage once again, in an emotional moment that many thought they might never see. 'With fans already snapping up memorabilia, there's a 91% chance that we'll see a live album drop, especially after Oasis topped the UK album charts last week, and had three albums in the top four, a clear sign that the appetite hasn't disappeared.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad What live albums have Oasis released previously? According to Oasis' official website, the band have released two live albums in their history; the first was released in 2000 - Familiar to Millions - which was recorded across the band's performances at Wembley Stadium that same year and went on to sell over a million copies. The second live album was the long anticipated shows they performed at Knebworth in 1996 , released in 2021, that saw 250,000 young music fans converge on Knebworth Park to see Oasis play two record-breaking, era-defining shows people still talk about to this day. Are there any tickets left to see Oasis on tour in the UK? Believe it or not, there are still some tickets available to see Oasis at their Heaton Park and Wembley shows according to resale outlet Twickets . However, be aware that currently there is an asking price of £3182.43 for Gold Experience tickets for that Wembley show in particular on sale. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Are you heading along to any of Oasis' upcoming shows that you think should be recorded for a live album, or do you think their first show in Cardiff should be officially released? Let us know by leaving a comment down below.
Metro
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Orlando Bloom shrugs off Katy Perry split by singing his heart out at Oasis gig
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Orlando Bloom at Heaton Park is not a sight we expected to see this weekend. But by the looks of things, there's nowhere else Orlando would rather have been than singing his heart out at an Oasis gig. Brushing off his recent personal drama after splitting from pop star Katy Perry, the actor, 48, had the time of his life at the Gallagher brothers' second home show in Manchester. While he's used to spending much of his time in the States to co-parent daughter Daisy Dove, the English movie star unleashed his truest, fullest Brit on Saturday night. Taking to Instagram with a warning message before spamming his seven million followers with content, he wrote: 'If you don't like @oasis swipe on- if you wanna see me run through some of my favourite karaoke numbers for laughs here you are lol'. What followed was an onslaught of videos from the gig, which was part of Liam and Noel's worldwide reunion tour, marking their first time sharing the stage since disbanding in 2009. Orlando was in his absolute element in the VIP area, surrounded by the Oasis kids, including Liam's sons Lennon, 25, and Gene, 24. The Lord of the Rings star belted out the band's biggest hits, such as Don't Look Back in Anger, Wonderwall, and Champagne Supernova. He jumped around without a care in the world and panned across the sold-out crowd sporting Oasis merch, arms in the air. There didn't appear to be a lyric Orlando didn't know, proving he could've been a backing singer while screaming along to Take Me Away, Half the World Away, and Live Forever. At the end of the night, he added: 'My 16 year old self who was at Knebworth just let it all hang out in Manchester what a night'. Ahead of the gig, Orlando let his fans know exactly how he was feeling, posting a video with the caption from his journey: 'Road to Oasis. Could not be more f'in excited'. 'It's gonna be karaoke all night,' he later declared, beaming at the camera. Orlando's love life has been a hot topic of conversation lately, as it was recently confirmed that he and fiancée Katy, 40, were no longer together romantically. After much speculation, the pair finally issued a statement via their representatives, telling Us Weekly: 'Due to the abundance of recent interest and conversation surrounding Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry's relationship, representatives have confirmed that Orlando and Katy have been shifting their relationship over the past many months to focus on coparenting.' They continued: 'They will continue to be seen together as a family, as their shared priority is—and always will be—raising their daughter with love, stability, and mutual respect.' Orlando and Katy got together in 2016, and after a brief split and reconciliation, they got engaged on Valentine's Day in 2019 and welcomed Daisy four years ago. Things appear to be pretty civil between the exes now, though, as they were photographed together just days after their split was confirmed, partying with Jeff and Lauren Bezos on their honeymoon. Pirates of the Caribbean star Orlando had already attended the wedding itself alone, while Katy was touring in Australia. The Roar hitmaker did, however, previously attend Lauren's star-studded bachelorette party in Paris, having also been a passenger alongside her for their brief Blue Origin trip to space earlier in the year. While it had been claimed Katy felt hurt by Orlando partying with fellow A-listers, such as Sydney Sweeney and Kim Kardashian, at the Bezos nuptials, sources have insisted there's no real bad blood. Ahead of the split statement being made public, an insider said: 'Katy and Orlando have split but are amicable. 'It's not contentious at the moment. Katy is, of course, upset but is relieved not to have to go through another divorce, as that was the worst time in her life.' The Teenage Dream singer was previously married to Russell Brand from 2010 to 2012. In a now-famously viral moment, the Get Him to the Greek actor told Katy he wanted a divorce via text message before she was due on stage. More Trending Meanwhile, she and Orlando, who was married to Miranda Kerr from 2010 to 2013, were initially due to marry in Japan in 2020 with 150 guests in attendance. Alas, they postponed the celebrations due to the pandemic. Speaking in 2022, Katy admitted that they were still get to decide on a location, telling the Kyle & Jackie O radio show: 'It's a destination location that, like, you know, we're still trying for it to work out. 'But every couple of months it's like, 'New variant! New variant! New variant!'' 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: Jack Grealish sends message to Manchester City fans at Oasis gig MORE: Biggest concert sins to avoid if you're heading to Oasis this weekend MORE: Readers discuss royal value, road rules, seagulls and Spitting Image
Wales Online
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Oasis fans are all using same poignant word to describe Manchester Heaton Park gig
Oasis fans are all using same poignant word to describe Manchester Heaton Park gig Oasis fans say it was worth the 16 year wait following Liam and Noel Gallagher's homecoming gig in Manchester's Heaton Park, and there was one particularly poignant word that stood out to them Oasis fans were delighted with the Manchester Heaton Park gig (Image: Kenny Brown | Manchester Evening News ) Oasis delighted fans with their homecoming gig at Manchester's Heaton Park yesterday, Friday, July 11. Around 80,000 fans attended the Gallagher brothers' show, which was the first of five to take place there during their eagerly anticipated reunion tour. Liam and Noel Gallagher were on top form as they walked out together, hand-in-hand. They were greeted with roaring cheers from the fans, and Liam wore his signature parka coat for the show, despite the 30 degree heat. The Manchester-born stars treated the crowd to Oasis classic after classic, from Hello to Champagne Supernova. The night was topped off with fireworks before the thousands of fans made their way home. And despite reports of queues of up to 90 minutes to get out, it's clear it was worth the 16 year wait. Many fans, both new and old, used the same poignant word to describe what happened at night one of Heaton Park - biblical. Sharing aerial footage of the crowd, one fan took to X to say: "Biblical. Biblical. Biblical. Thank you Oasis. Thank you Manchester." Content cannot be displayed without consent Another wrote: "Oasis. First night back in Manchester. F****ng biblical." And a third said: "What a night. What a band! Biblical." "16 years in the waiting and it was just as expected, F****N BIBLICAL! Best band in the world," added another. Liam in particular has been known to refer to Oasis as biblical. In 1996, Liam said the iconic Knebworth gig in 1996 was 'biblical', because so many attended it. Around 250,000 fans attended over two nights. Article continues below In a documentary about the Knebworth concerts, Liam's voice can be heard saying: "People always ask me what Knebworth was like, I always say, and I can't really remember much about it. But watching this film brought it all back, for me it was the Woodstock of the Nineties, you know, the music and the people coming together. It was biblical and I'll never forget it." The huge shows took place 10 months after the release of the band's second album (What's The Story) Morning Glory, when they were at the height of their fame. Two years after the release of their debut album, Definitely Maybe, Liam and Noel had become one of the biggest bands in the world. Article continues below Since then, Liam has been known to use the term regularly in relation to his music. In 2021 Liam announced a huge show at Knebworth, marking a return to the site of the band's history-making gigs. In a statement, Liam said: "I'm absolutely buzzing to announce that on 4 June 2022 I'll be playing Knebworth Park. It's gonna be biblical. C'mon You Know. LG x". Taking to the offical Liam Gallagher YouTube account, Liam shared clips of the shows so far, with the song Some Might Say over the top, and wrote in the caption: "BIBLICAL." And fans have also adopted the term.
Daily Mirror
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Share your top Oasis memories and encounters, from their heyday to now
We want to hear your personal Oasis memories, from seeing them live, to chance encounters with the band, or how they provided the soundtrack to your own personal moments - share your experiences in our Oasis Memories Map Oasis are officially back and thousands will get to see the band this summer as they head out on the road for their highly anticipated reunion tour. The Gallagher brothers brought rock and roll swagger to the 90s and we want to hear your fondest memories from their heyday to now. Whether you were there from the beginning before they took the Brit Pop crown, or witnessed their iconic sell-out Knebworth gigs at the height of their fame - we want to hear from you. Perhaps you had a chance encounter with the band, saw them at Glastonbury, or maybe they provided the soundtrack to one of your most memorable summers, or personal moments. Share your experiences with us using the interactive Oasis Memories Map below, then scroll through to read other fans' memories of the band. This summer, Oasis fans old and new will create a whole new set of memories as the band heads back on tour, with gigs in Manchester, London, Edinburgh and Glasgow. On the opening night in Cardiff, the Gallagher brothers returned to the stage hand in hand, putting an end to years of rumoured feuds. The epic gig gained five star reviews as fans and critics praised the comeback, with many saying they sounded better than ever. As the tour continues, we want to hear from the band's biggest fans about their experience following the band. Enter your biggest Oasis memories in our interactive map!
