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Perth Now
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Bob Geldof receives special Official Charts award for Just For One Day - the Live Aid Musical album
Bob Geldof has received an honorary award from Official Charts for the Live Aid musical album featuring songs by Boomtown Rats, U2, Sir Brian May, Sting and Madonna. The songs on the collection achieved 8 UK Number 1 hit singles and 8 No 2s. The Original Cast Recording from Just For One Day - the Live Aid Musical dropped on July 11, to mark the 40th anniversary of the legendary charity concert. It boasts 17 artists and Top 10 songs from the likes The Boomtown Rats, David Bowie, Sir Elton John, Madonna, Mick Jagger (duet with David Bowie on Martha Reeves and the Vandellas' Dancing In The Street), Phil Collins, Queen, Simple Minds, Status Quo (for their version of John Fogerty's Rockin' All Over The World), The Beatles, The Cars, The Police, The Style Council, The Who, Ultravox and Wham!. The Band Aid Trust was formed in response to famine in Ethiopia, and 10 per cent of proceeds from Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical will be donated. Live Aid co-founder Bob Geldof has been bestowed with The Official Charts Company's Official Top 10 Award in recognition of the achievements of the Live Aid artists who contributed songs to the musical. Bob Geldof said: 'These are some of the greatest songs in the rock canon. It is extraordinary to think that these and dozens more were performed live by the greatest artists of the age. 'The Rats' I Don't Like Mondays, played at Live Aid to over a billion people, took on a whole strange and different meaning. But, then again, it was a strange, exhilarating day that had a sense of something 'other' about it all. 'Now, I Don't Like Mondays is re-imagined for a smaller stage for Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical and, along with the other tunes, brilliantly rearranged for 2025 - but with the same intensity. So if you weren't there perhaps you get a 'sense' of that time. 'All of these were massive chart songs then. They got all the awards and trophies, and hearing them revitalised and afresh of course they are being honoured once again. The great tunes never stop being sung.' Live Aid co-organiser Midge Ure said: 'By the time we got to Live Aid, Ultravox had enjoyed hits including 'Vienna' and 'Dancing With Tears In My Eyes' - both of which feature in Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical. The adaptations of these songs, as well as other artists' classic tracks, are superb. The show tells the Live Aid story but it is also just a thrilling night out with amazing music.'
Daily Record
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Lewis Capaldi 'blown away' by response to new song after topping the charts
The Glasgow-born singer has enjoyed a remarkable comeback to the music scene in recent weeks. Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi has expressed his astonishment at the overwhelming response to his latest single, marking a triumphant return to the music scene. The 28-year-old's new track, Survive, shot to the top of the charts this week, securing the Number 1 spot. According to the Official Charts, the song has garnered over four million streams in its debut week. That marks the largest opening week of any Number 1 single in 2025 thus far. The accomplishment is the latest milestone in Capaldi's remarkable comeback, which has included a surprise performance at Glastonbury. The Glasgow-born artist also made an appearance at a Swiss music festival and has announced a comeback tour, with scheduled dates at the Hydro and P&J Live in Aberdeen later this year. The talent will also play shows in London, Manchester, Sheffield, Birmingham, Nottingham, Cardiff, and Dublin. Taking to Instagram, the Forget Me chanter expressed his gratitude, stating he has been "absolutely blown away" by the response and "cannot thank everyone enough". In a video message, he added: "I just wanted to do a video to say thank you to every single person who has streamed, downloaded, and bought a physical copy of Survive this week. "We are number 1 in the UK, it's the fastest-selling song in the UK this year. "I'm over the moon to be back doing what I love doing, and thanks to you we're back at number 1. "I'll see you all soon. Love you. Bye." Thousands of people rushed to the comment section to congratulate the Someone You Loved singer on the feat, including some famous faces. Liverpool musician Jamie Webster commented: "Good to have you back lad. Congratulations." Sonny Jay, Capital Late Show Host and Dancing on ice 2021 champion, scribed: "What a man". Meanwhile, rapper Professor Green and TV presenter Ulrika Jonsson posted red love heart emojis in support. X Factor duo Jedward also made their feelings known, writing: "Always number 1 in our hearts". Last weekend, Capaldi performed a 35-minute set at Glastonbury's Pyramid stage, two years after struggling to manage his Tourette syndrome symptoms while singing on the same stage. The condition causes you to make sudden, repetitive sounds or movements and while there is no cure, treatment can help manage the tics, according to the NHS website. Introducing Survive at the festival, Capaldi became visibly emotional as he said: 'The last two years haven't been the best for me, it's been difficult at times... This has been my f****** goal, to get back here." Speaking to Official Charts, Capaldi thanked fans who had streamed and downloaded Survive, saying it "really means the world". "I've been away for a little while, and to come back to this outpouring of love and support has been absolutely incredible," he said. "I can't thank everybody enough for all the kind words since Glastonbury – and now this. "It's been the best week of my life." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
The National
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Lewis Capaldi wins Official Charts Number 1 single with Survive
The Scottish singer made an emotional return to Glastonbury last weekend as he performed his new song Survive, which has since gone to number one on the singles chart. Capaldi performed a 35-minute set at the Pyramid stage, two years after struggling to manage his Tourette syndrome symptoms while singing on the same stage. (Image: Yui Mok) Speaking to Official Charts, Capaldi thanked fans who had streamed and downloaded Survive, saying it 'really means the world'. 'I've been away for a little while, and to come back to this outpouring of love and support has been absolutely incredible. 'I can't thank everybody enough for all the kind words since Glastonbury – and now this. READ MORE: See the 'incredibly beautiful' castle which once housed Scotland's crown jewels 'It's been the best week of my life,' he said. Speaking to the festival crowd on Saturday, he said: 'It's so good to be back. I'm not going to say much up here today, because if I do, I think I will probably start crying. 'But it's just amazing to be here with you all, and I can't thank you all enough for coming out and coming and seeing me. 'Second time's a charm on this one, everybody. 'It's just a short set today, but I just wanted to come and kind of finish what I couldn't finish the first time round.' Introducing Survive at the festival, Capaldi became visibly emotional as he said: 'The last two years haven't been the best for me, it's been difficult at times. 'This has been my f****** goal, to get back here,' he added. READ MORE: Protesters stage demonstration inside Reform UK's headquarters He ended his performance with Somebody You Loved, the track that Glastonbury crowds helped him to sing when he struggled with his Tourette symptoms in 2023. The condition causes you to make sudden, repetitive sounds or movements and while there is no cure, treatment can help manage the tics, according to the NHS website. Capaldi has previously achieved six number one singles, but his latest – Survive – has scored the biggest opening week for a number one single so far this year. He is set to embark on a tour later this year, with dates in Glasgow and Aberdeen.
Leader Live
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Leader Live
Lewis Capaldi and Lorde top UK charts after Glastonbury performances
Alternative pop star Lorde's new record Virgin reached number one on the album chart after she performed all 11 tracks at a secret set at the Woodsies stage on Saturday. Scottish singer Capaldi also made an emotional return to the Somerset festival last weekend, performing his new song Survive which has since gone to number one on the singles chart. Capaldi performed a 35-minute set at the Pyramid stage, two years after struggling to manage his Tourette syndrome symptoms while singing on the same stage. Speaking to Official Charts, Capaldi thanked fans who had streamed and downloaded Survive, saying it 'really means the world'. 'I've been away for a little while, and to come back to this outpouring of love and support has been absolutely incredible. 'I can't thank everybody enough for all the kind words since Glastonbury – and now this. 'It's been the best week of my life,' he said. Speaking to the festival crowd on Saturday, he said: 'It's so good to be back. I'm not going to say much up here today, because if I do, I think I will probably start crying. 'But it's just amazing to be here with you all, and I can't thank you all enough for coming out and coming and seeing me. 'Second time's a charm on this one, everybody. 'It's just a short set today, but I just wanted to come and kind of finish what I couldn't finish the first time round.' Introducing Survive at the festival, Capaldi became visibly emotional as he said: 'The last two years haven't been the best for me, it's been difficult at times. 'This has been my f****** goal, to get back here,' he added. He ended his performance with Somebody You Loved, the track that Glastonbury crowds helped him to sing when he struggled with his Tourette symptoms in 2023. The condition causes you to make sudden, repetitive sounds or movements and while there is no cure, treatment can help manage the tics, according to the NHS website. Virgin is Lorde's fourth studio album, and her previous three, Pure Heroine (2013), Melodrama (2017) and Solar Power (2021) all reached the top 10 of the UK albums chart. Lorde, 28, whose real name is Ella Yelich-O'Connor, took to the Woodsies stage at Glastonbury on Saturday to perform the album in full to the packed tent and a crowd gathered outside. The New Zealand-born singer pulled her top off to finish with a double hit of Ribs from her debut album Pure Heroine, which she said was first played at Glastonbury in 2017, and Melodrama's Green Light, during which the lasers turned from blue to green. The final song prompted a football terrace-style singalong that almost drowned out Lorde herself. She is best known for songs such as Homemade Dynamite, Solar Power and her second single Royals, which reached number one in the UK singles chart.
South Wales Guardian
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Lewis Capaldi and Lorde top UK charts after Glastonbury performances
Alternative pop star Lorde's new record Virgin reached number one on the album chart after she performed all 11 tracks at a secret set at the Woodsies stage on Saturday. Scottish singer Capaldi also made an emotional return to the Somerset festival last weekend, performing his new song Survive which has since gone to number one on the singles chart. Capaldi performed a 35-minute set at the Pyramid stage, two years after struggling to manage his Tourette syndrome symptoms while singing on the same stage. Speaking to Official Charts, Capaldi thanked fans who had streamed and downloaded Survive, saying it 'really means the world'. 'I've been away for a little while, and to come back to this outpouring of love and support has been absolutely incredible. 'I can't thank everybody enough for all the kind words since Glastonbury – and now this. 'It's been the best week of my life,' he said. Speaking to the festival crowd on Saturday, he said: 'It's so good to be back. I'm not going to say much up here today, because if I do, I think I will probably start crying. 'But it's just amazing to be here with you all, and I can't thank you all enough for coming out and coming and seeing me. 'Second time's a charm on this one, everybody. 'It's just a short set today, but I just wanted to come and kind of finish what I couldn't finish the first time round.' Introducing Survive at the festival, Capaldi became visibly emotional as he said: 'The last two years haven't been the best for me, it's been difficult at times. 'This has been my f****** goal, to get back here,' he added. He ended his performance with Somebody You Loved, the track that Glastonbury crowds helped him to sing when he struggled with his Tourette symptoms in 2023. The condition causes you to make sudden, repetitive sounds or movements and while there is no cure, treatment can help manage the tics, according to the NHS website. Virgin is Lorde's fourth studio album, and her previous three, Pure Heroine (2013), Melodrama (2017) and Solar Power (2021) all reached the top 10 of the UK albums chart. Lorde, 28, whose real name is Ella Yelich-O'Connor, took to the Woodsies stage at Glastonbury on Saturday to perform the album in full to the packed tent and a crowd gathered outside. The New Zealand-born singer pulled her top off to finish with a double hit of Ribs from her debut album Pure Heroine, which she said was first played at Glastonbury in 2017, and Melodrama's Green Light, during which the lasers turned from blue to green. The final song prompted a football terrace-style singalong that almost drowned out Lorde herself. She is best known for songs such as Homemade Dynamite, Solar Power and her second single Royals, which reached number one in the UK singles chart.
