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Scottish Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Wes Nelson reveals secret battle with career-threatening health condition ahead of music comeback
MUSIC star and Love Island legend Wes Nelson has been quietly undergoing treatment to save his voice. The talented 27-year-old has spent the past five years working relentlessly on his music, writing hundreds of songs and performing countless shows. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Wes Nelson has revealed he had a tough time with muscle tension dysphonia Credit: Getty 4 The music star has teamed up with Lipton's to get people dancing again Credit: Michael Leckie/PinPep However, his voice box paid the price for his work ethic and he was diagnosed with muscle tension dysphonia. The condition, which is often caused by excessive muscle tension, can alter the sound of the voice, making it tire quicker and high notes more difficult to reach as well as causing pain in the neck and while speaking. Fortunately, Wes has worked with doctors to get back to a place he can perform to a live audience and this Friday he makes his official comeback at Battersea Power Station for a gig to celebrate Lipton's Kombucha. Speaking exclusively to The Sun, Wes said: "I had muscle tension dysphonia, which is not great, and can really mess up some people's careers but I've got it, I manage it and it works and it's fine now. "I've been going through vocal therapy so my voice has been up and down in terms of vocal health and I've really been focusing on music. "It's got so much better over this past year where I've been seeing different experts having a cameras up my nose and down my throat, it's a lot of depth and it has been tough to say the least, but we're back now. "It was a scary time. It just had to be addressed when I did so it didn't get out of control." Prior to his diagnosis, Wes felt blessed to be able to sing on command with little prep work needed to be performance ready. But his relaxed approach to his craft eventually caught up with him after a gruelling run on the road. "I think it initially started from doing like three tours in one year," he said. "Which was a lot of singing, and then I was recording hundreds of songs in that year as well so it was just overuse and not necessarily warming up and doing the right things. Wes Nelson releases new 'Kombucha-cha' music video "People forget that some people can just get up and sing and I was one of the people who used to get up and sing and it didn't really matter and I sort of neglected that and abused that ability really because then you start to take a toll on your voice." However, he's smiling and raring to go once again with a summer anthem designed to get people up on their feet. Kombucha-cha is a conscious effort to get shy Gen-Zers moving after a new study found 68 percent didn't feel confident enough to get up and have boogie. And for Wes, his tie to Lipton's is personal. He has fond memories of stopping off at a chippy in Newcastle in his schooldays to pick up food and a refreshing Lipton's Ice Tea. He said: "I don't think people are dancing enough now. What's more summer dance than a cha-cha-cha? I did it in a villa. I do it every night. I do it on stage. "For me, this is summer in a bottle. So, I wanted to replicate that and get people dancing and moving with the track." 4 His new track Kombucha-cha is a summer banger Credit: Michael Leckie/PinPep 4 Wes shot to fame on Love Island in 2018 Credit: ITV Wes's moves saw him finish as runner-up on Dancing On Ice in 2019 and though reality TV hasn't been on his radar since 2022's The Games, he's willing to make a return for Strictly Come Dancing. He told us: "I have thought about it because I honestly think my hips don't lie and I do want to inspire people. "If the opportunity ever arose to go on Strictly and do some bits like that I'm sure I'd seriously, seriously consider it. Give me some shiny shoes and I'm all over it."
The Irish Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Wes Nelson reveals secret battle with career-threatening health condition ahead of music comeback
MUSIC star and Love Island legend Wes Nelson has been quietly undergoing treatment to save his voice. The talented 27-year-old has spent the past five years working relentlessly on his music, writing hundreds of songs and performing countless shows. Advertisement 4 Wes Nelson has revealed he had a tough time with muscle tension dysphonia Credit: Getty 4 The music star has teamed up with Lipton's to get people dancing again Credit: Michael Leckie/PinPep However, his voice box paid the price for his work ethic and he was diagnosed with muscle tension dysphonia. The condition, which is often caused by excessive muscle tension, can alter the sound of the voice , making it tire quicker and high notes more difficult to reach as well as causing pain in the neck and while speaking. Fortunately, Power Station for a gig to celebrate Lipton's Kombucha. Speaking exclusively to The Sun, Wes said: "I had muscle tension dysphonia, which is not great, and can really mess up some people's careers but I've got it, I manage it and it works and it's fine now. Advertisement READ MORE ON WES NELSON "I've been going through vocal therapy so my voice has been up and down in terms of vocal health and I've really been focusing on music. "It's got so much better over this past year where I've been seeing different experts having a cameras up my nose and down my throat, it's a lot of depth and it has been tough to say the least, but we're back now. "It was a scary time. It just had to be addressed when I did so it didn't get out of control." Prior to his diagnosis, Wes felt blessed to be able to sing on command with little prep work needed to be performance ready. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity But his relaxed approach to his craft eventually caught up with him after a gruelling run on the road. "I think it initially started from Wes Nelson releases new 'Kombucha-cha' music video "People forget that some people can just get up and sing and I was one of the people who used to get up and sing and it didn't really matter and I sort of neglected that and abused that ability really because then you start to take a toll on your voice." However, he's smiling and raring to go once again with a summer anthem designed to get people up on their feet. Advertisement Kombucha-cha is a conscious effort to get shy Gen-Zers moving after a new study found 68 percent didn't feel confident enough to get up and have boogie. And for Wes, his tie to Lipton's is personal. He has fond memories of stopping off at a chippy in Newcastle in his schooldays to pick up food and a refreshing Lipton's Ice Tea. He said: "I don't think people are dancing enough now. What's more summer dance than a cha-cha-cha? I did it in a villa. I do it every night. I do it on stage. "For me, this is summer in a bottle. So, I wanted to replicate that and get people dancing and moving with the track." Advertisement 4 His new track Kombucha-cha is a summer banger Credit: Michael Leckie/PinPep 4 Wes shot to fame on Love Island in 2018 Credit: ITV Wes's moves saw him He told us: "I have thought about it because I honestly think my hips don't lie and I do want to inspire people. Advertisement "If the opportunity ever arose to go on Strictly and do some bits like that I'm sure I'd seriously, seriously consider it. Give me some shiny shoes and I'm all over it."
Daily Mirror
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Brits are 'terrified' of dancing in public - with half avoiding it at all costs
A study of 2,000 adults found three in 10 are afraid of being laughed at, while 11% claim there are no clubs or bars for them to dance in anymore An astonishing half of Brits are reportedly petrified at the thought of busting a move in public, with nearly 30% worrying they'll be laughed at. In a recent survey, it emerged that a third of Brits simply avoid dancing in public, and for 22%, the very idea is their worst nightmare. For 12% they feel so self-conscious that even the possibility of someone catching them dancing could trigger anxiety. The study discovered that 58% have avoided social events where music is being played because they were scared of being pressured into dancing when they didn't want to. In fact, 13% have avoided dancing in public so long, they can't recall the last time they did. Commissioned by Lipton Ice Tea to launch its new Kombucha offerings, the research coincides with the launch of a new track dubbed 'Kombucha-cha', a collaboration with Wes Nelson intended to encourage the nation to get dancing. Amid fears the UK is entering a dance drought, Wes Nelson, said: "We all need a little more joy in our lives, and nothing makes you feel alive more than moving your feet. Whether you're dancing in your bedroom or out with your mates in the sunshine, let's bring the fun back." The study found 47% would like the confidence to dance like no one is watching, with this figure rising to 65% among Gen Z adults. Among all generations, it's Gen Z who are most hesitant to dance in public at 53%, closely followed by Millennials at 52% and Gen X just behind at 48%. According to the research, a lack of confidence in their abilities (46%), feeling foolish (44%), and a fear of being gawked at (33%) are the main reasons people are apprehensive about dancing in public. Despite these worries, many admit they do enjoy dancing – it's just the act of doing it in public that seems to be a concern for some. However, 11% also claim there are no clubs or bars for them to dance in anymore. As many as 63% said they enjoy dancing "a great deal" or a "moderate amount", while 59% said the activity results in them feeling happier. More than half (53%) even said it makes them feel alive and 26% said it helps with their mental health. Emma Marshall, happiness expert for Lipton Kombucha, said: "From feeling energised to releasing endorphins, loads of people are missing out on the benefits of dancing. You don't need to be a professional dancer, all you need is an upbeat track and space to move - you'll feel the benefits!'' They will be taking over Battersea Power Station Square on June 13 for a day of 'non-stop feel-good tunes'
Scottish Sun
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The real reason HALF of Brits are terrified of dancing & often avoid going out so they don't have to hit the disco floor
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HALF of Brits are 'terrified' of dancing in public – with three in 10 afraid others will laugh at them. A poll of 2,000 adults found 29 per cent never bop in public - while for 22 per cent, the thought of doing so is the stuff of nightmares. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 A new study found that 29 per cent of Brits never dance in public Credit: Getty With 12 per cent admitting the mere possibility of a boogie under the gaze of others is likely to see them break out in a cold sweat. Nearly six in 10 (58 per cent) of those polled have actively avoided social gatherings where music was being played - because they were scared of being pressured into dancing when they didn't want to. While 13 per cent have managed to avoid it for so long, they can't even remember the last time they actually had a boogie when out and about. The research was commissioned by Lipton Ice Tea to launch its new Kombucha range, teaming up with Wes Nelson to create a new track called 'Kombucha-cha' which aims to inspire more people to dance. Amid fears the UK is entering a dance drought, Wes Nelson, said: 'We all need a little more joy in our lives, and nothing makes you feel alive more than moving your feet. 'Whether you're dancing in your bedroom or out with your mates in the sunshine, let's bring the fun back.' The study also found 47 per cent would like the confidence to dance like no one is watching - rising to 65 per cent among Gen Z adults. It emerged this generation is most apprehensive about boogieing in public (53 per cent), followed by Millennials (52 per cent) and Gen X (48 per cent). With the top reasons adults are fearful of dancing in public including a lack of belief in their abilities (46 per cent), feeling silly (44 per cent), and being stared at (33 per cent). Despite their concerns many do like dancing – it's just the doing it in public which appears to be a worry for some. JoJo Siwa 'is sending secret message to Chris Hughes' say fans as she shows off sexy new dance moves As many as 63 per cent said they enjoy it 'a great deal' or a 'moderate amount', while 59 per cent said the activity results in them feeling happier. More than half (53 per cent) even said it makes them feel alive and 26 per cent said it helps with their mental health. And perhaps reassuringly, 76 per cent believe anyone can dance – that there's no need to have formal training to do so. 3 Wes Nelson has created a new track called 'Kombucha-cha' which aims to inspire more people to dance Credit: Michael Leckie/PinPep 3 Wes has teamed up with Lipton Ice Tea to release the upbeat track Credit: Michael Leckie/PinPep However, 11 per cent also claim there are no clubs or bars for them to dance in anymore. Carried out through OnePoll, the study also found, that prior to taking part in the research, 40 per cent were unaware dancing releases endorphins. Emma Marshall, happiness expert for Lipton Kombucha, which will be taking over Battersea Power Station Square on June 13 for a day of 'non-stop feel-good tunes,' said: 'From feeling energised to releasing endorphins, loads of people are missing out on the benefits of dancing. 'You don't need to be a professional dancer, all you need is an upbeat track and space to move - you'll feel the benefits!''
