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Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jonas Brothers Drop ‘Live From the O2 London' Album Featuring Unreleased Song ‘When You Know'
While Jonas Brothers fans await the release of the sibling band's Greetings From Your Hometown studio album on Aug. 8, they can keep their summer cool with a live LP that dropped on Friday (June 13). Live From the O2 London is a 24-track collection recorded at the iconic London venue last year, featuring such beloved hits as 'Sucker,' 'Only Human,' 'Waffle House,' 'What a Man Gotta Do,' 'Year 3000' and 'Burning Up.' Along with those bangers, the album ends with a cover of the Cranberries' 1993 hit 'Dreams,' and also features the unreleased ballad 'When You Know' from their upcoming LP. In addition, the career-spanning live album opens with the 2023 song 'Wings,' and makes pit stops at 'Summer Baby,' 'Vacation Eyes,' 'Play My Music,' 'Fly With Me,' 'Paranoid,' 'Walls' and 'Only Human,' as well as including 'Cake By the Ocean' from Joe Jonas' side band, DNCE. More from Billboard Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Keke Palmer & More Performers Announced for 'Macy's 4th of July Fireworks' Special Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Head to Florida for Stanley Cup Final Twenty One Pilots Drop New Single, 'The Contract,' Detail North American Tour Dates In an Instagram post earlier this week, the trio promised that the live album's tracklist features songs from 'the early days, unreleased music from our upcoming studio album, and a ton of favorites in between.' They added, 'Getting to capture the energy from these shows on Nick's birthday in London last year was something special and we can't wait to share it with you all.' This year has been all about celebrating the trio's 20th anniversary as a band, which, so far, has included the release of the singles 'Slow Motion' and 'Love Me To Heaven,' as well as the massive JONASCON gathering at New Jersey's American Dream. The band will hit the road for their North American Jonas20: Living the Dream stadium tour slated to kick off on Aug. 10 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Listen to Jonas Brothers Live From the O2 London LP below. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
The Citizen
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
‘Touring South Africa is a dream': Calum Scott opens up about upcoming tour
'[My first tour to SA] made me feel special. That kind of moment is hard to forget.' Calum Scott is coming back to South Africa. The multi-platinum singer will return in January 2026 for three shows in Cape Town, Durban, and Pretoria as part of his Avenoir tour. It will be his third time visiting our shores, and he said South Africa makes him feel incredible special, just like his music has moved thousands of people around the world. The new album, also called Avenoir, is due in September, and is named after a word that means wishing memory could flow backwards. It promises to be personal, emotional and full of the kind of honesty fans have come to expect. This will be your third time performing in South Africa. What keeps bringing you back? On my first international visit for the Only Human tour, I remember my first stop in Durban and being blown away by the demand for tickets. It made me feel special. That kind of moment is hard to forget. Every time I've returned, the love has been the same. Touring is my favourite part of the job, and touring in South Africa is a dream. Touring SA is like a dream You've said 'Avenoir' is inspired by the idea of life being like rowing, always facing backward. Making this album was the first time I truly believed in myself as an artist. I've worked hard to get here, and I'm proud of that. Looking back at my ten-year career, all the twists and turns brought me to where I am now. I would not want to look ahead. It's the not knowing that makes life magical. Also Read: 'Roger Waters: The Wall' is an epic watch of powerful music Your music often explores regret, sorrow and undying love. Gone is one of the most thought-provoking songs I've written. It came from the realisation that our time is finite. In a session with Jon Maguire, I said, 'There will be a time when you hug your daughter, put her down, and never pick her up again.' It was sad, but as always, we found the hope in that and wrote about it. It's a reminder to live each day with love and laughter. Your music often becomes the soundtrack to big life moments. How does that feel? It's the highest honour I can imagine. When people tell me they used one of my songs at their wedding or to remember someone they lost, it makes me proud. There are millions of songs out there, and for someone to choose mine for something that personal means everything. Soundtrack to life's big moments How do you balance vulnerability with universality when writing? I've always seen vulnerability as universal. When I write honestly, I find that others connect with it too. Of course, I think about how much of myself to share, but I give a lot because I know that my vulnerability helps others. That is something I take seriously. What has changed most for you since 'Dancing On My Own'? My fashion sense. Did you see what I used to wear? Back then, I had just left a nine-to-five in Human Resources and was suddenly living my dream. I loved it, but I struggled with impostor syndrome until recently. Now, I feel more like myself than ever. If you had to go back on 'Britain's Got Talent' today… I couldn't do it. And I would not change anything about how I got here, but I'd much rather be a judge. I have experience now and, more importantly, I have empathy. Also, I know what it's like to stand there and risk everything for a dream. I think that's something valuable to offer. LGBTQ anthems and recognition 'Bridges' included LGBTQ anthems like 'Rise'. Does 'Avenoir' continue in that spirit? I'm proud to be recognised by the LGBTQ community, and it's important to me that people feel seen in my music. Avenoir touches on many themes, but emotion runs through it all. I love that people take my songs and make them their own, and I'm excited to see how this album resonates. How important is self-realisation for an artist? It has played a huge role in my growth. I still care as much as I did when I started, but I don't worry as much now, and that is freeing. It's taken ten years to believe in myself, but nothing worthwhile comes easy. Has success ever pulled you away from the storytelling you want to do? If anything, success gave me the confidence to stay true to it. It's hard when a song you believe in doesn't match the streams of your biggest hit, but that's part of it. Fans keep showing me that what I write matters, and that's what counts. Tickets are on sale through Webtickets and Breakout Events. NOW READ: A Million Ways To Die, NFOH reincarnated
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Rochester Summer Soul Music Fest 2025: Line-up revealed
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Summer Soul Music Festival is coming back for its 30th year! The City of Rochester revealed the lineup of performers for this year's festival. The headliner this year is multi-grammy winner Jeffrey Osborne, known for songs such as 'On the Wings of Love' and 'Only Human.' Opening acts include David Hollister, Sunshine Anderson, Sky Whatley, Senoj from the Roc, Erin and Ross, and Negus iRap. 'Varick Baiyina and his team at Xperience Live Events have curated another fantastic line-up, there's something for everyone,' Mayor Evans said. ' You don't want to miss it.' The show will take place on Saturday, August 9, at Innovative Field. Doors open at 2 p.m. General, premium, and VIP tickets can be purchased on the event's website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Mid East Info
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mid East Info
Samsung, SAE University College Dubai collaborate to showcase the art of mobile filmmaking with Galaxy S25 Short Film Contest
The short films, shot on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, explored various themes Participants attended a workshop by filmmaker Mohammad Attal Three prizes awarded including cash prize to support future filmmaking projects Dubai, UAE, May 05, 2025: Samsung Gulf Electronics, in collaboration with SAE University College Dubai and content creator and filmmaker Mohamad Attal, successfully hosted the Galaxy S25 Short Film Contest, an innovative competition showcasing the power of mobile filmmaking. The contest invited talented students from SAE to capture short films using only the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. The competition aimed to highlight the creative possibilities of the Galaxy S25 Ultra's advanced video and editing capabilities. 20 students, specializing in photography and filmmaking, participated in the challenge, crafting compelling short films that explored themes of home, culture, and giving. Each of them utilized the smartphone exclusively for both filming and editing their projects, showcasing the device's professional-grade video capabilities. Fadi Abu Shamat, VP and Head of the Mobile eXperience Division at Samsung Gulf Electronics: 'At Samsung, we are dedicated to empowering the next generation of content creators by providing them with cutting-edge technology and opportunities to express their creativity. The Galaxy S25 Short Film Contest showcased the incredible potential of mobile filmmaking, bringing our vision to life. The winning films beautifully captured various themes, showcasing the talent and innovation of these young filmmakers.' Razan Takash, Head of Film at SAE University College Dubai said: 'This contest provided our students with a unique opportunity to explore the art of storytelling through mobile filmmaking. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra proved to be a powerful tool in bringing their visions to life, demonstrating that creativity knows no limits when paired with the right technology.' Over the following weeks, students developed their films and their submissions were evaluated by a panel of esteemed judges. The top five short films were shortlisted for a special screening at Roxy Cinemas, where both the judges and the public participated in the final voting. The competition awarded four winners across different categories, with the first place winner receiving a cash prize to support future filmmaking endeavors under Samsung's mentorship. Sara Khatib claimed first place with her short film Only Human , a Gen-Z-inspired narrative that explored the themes of sins versus virtues through the lens of a make-shift video game. The second-place prize as well as the award for Best Film Poster went to Samantha Ablo for Behind Iftar , a heartfelt tribute to service workers who work tirelessly during Ramadan to ensure families receive their meals on time. Joseph Snowin Fernando secured third place with Thirty Days for a Flower , a poetic film that used the metaphor of a blooming flower to illustrate the spiritual journey of Ramadan. As part of the initiative, filmmaker Mohamad Attal conducted a workshop offering students a live demonstration of how to capture and produce cinematic content using the Galaxy S25 Ultra.
TECHx
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- TECHx
Students Explore Filmmaking with Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Home » Smart Sectors » Education » Students Explore Filmmaking with Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Samsung Gulf Electronics partnered with SAE University College Dubai and filmmaker Mohamad Attal to host the Galaxy S25 Short Film Contest. The initiative showcased the capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra in mobile filmmaking. The competition invited SAE students to create short films using only the Galaxy S25 Ultra. A total of 20 students specializing in filmmaking and photography took part. Their challenge was to shoot and edit short films on the device, using no additional equipment. The contest aimed to: Highlight the advanced video features of the Galaxy S25 Ultra Encourage creativity among aspiring filmmakers Prove that professional-grade results are possible using a smartphone Students explored themes such as home, culture, and giving. Each project demonstrated the power of mobile storytelling. The Galaxy S25 Ultra supported full production — from shooting to final edits. Fadi Abu Shamat, Vice President and Head of the Mobile eXperience Division at Samsung Gulf Electronics, stated: 'At Samsung, we are dedicated to empowering the next generation of content creators. The Galaxy S25 Short Film Contest brought our vision to life, showcasing what mobile filmmaking can achieve.' Razan Takash, Head of Film at SAE University College Dubai, added: 'This contest gave our students a unique chance to explore storytelling through mobile filmmaking. The Galaxy S25 Ultra proved to be a powerful creative tool.' Over the following weeks, students worked on their films. A panel of expert judges reviewed all entries. The top five were shortlisted and screened at Roxy Cinemas in Dubai. Public and jury voting determined the winners. The contest awarded four winners in total. Prizes included cash rewards and continued mentorship from Samsung. Award Highlights: First Place : Only Human by Sara Khatib – A Gen-Z-style short film exploring sins and virtues through a video game concept : Only Human by – A Gen-Z-style short film exploring sins and virtues through a video game concept Second Place and Best Film Poster : Behind Iftar by Samantha Ablo – A tribute to service workers during Ramadan and : Behind Iftar by – A tribute to service workers during Ramadan Third Place: Thirty Days for a Flower by Joseph Snowin Fernando – A poetic metaphor for spiritual growth during Ramadan To further support the initiative, filmmaker Mohamad Attal led a live workshop. He demonstrated how to shoot cinematic content using the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. This hands-on session allowed students to see mobile filmmaking in action. The contest reinforced the idea that storytelling today can be both mobile and powerful. With the right tools, creativity can thrive — anytime, anywhere.
