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Irish Daily Mirror
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
WATCH: Young fan's unforgettable moment as he performs on stage with The Script
A young music fan had the night of his dreams on Saturday when he got to perform on stage alongside his favourite band, The Script, in Limerick. Young 'Charlie', charmed the crowd as he sang and helped perform a little piano piece alongside his musical hero and The Script frontman, Danny O'Donoghue, on stage at Thomond Park. O'Donoghue told the crowd at the band's only Irish date on their Satellites tour that he picked Charlie out of the masses after the lad caught his eye dressed in a Satellites Tour t-shirt and a Script bucket hat and waving a giant flag of the Irish pop-rock band. Charlie performed a duet with O'Donoghue and the band on a mini circular stage located in the middle of the heaving crowd during a version of the band's ballad, Never Seen Anything - 'Quite Like You'. 'Everybody give it up for Charlie,' O'Donoghue screamed as he invited the boy to join him on stage. Young Charlie warmed the heart of O'Donoghue and the crowd when he pointed at the singer and sang: 'I've never seen anything quite like you tonight.' O'Donoghue returned the favour and said: 'I've never seen anything quite like Charlie tonight.' 'Deadly', beamed O'Donoghue after the boy hit the final note on the singer's piano to bring the Thomond theatre to its feet. 'They're all singing your name, bro,' the frontman said as the crowd chanted: 'Charlie… Charlie… Charlie." O'Donoghue and the band rocked a sun-drenched Limerick with their anthem pop-rock, including hits such as Hall of Fame, The Man Who Can't Be Moved and Superheroes. With Limerick recently used to winning senior hurling All-Irelands - five in the past eight years - The Script concert, at one point, was akin to another All-Ireland Final after-party as the band's light show shrouded fans in green and white during the group's storming Irish rock anthem Paint The Town Green. On a glorious summer night, it all went to script. The Irish Mirror's Crime Writers Michael O'Toole and Paul Healy are writing a new weekly newsletter called Crime Ireland. Click here to sign up and get it delivered to your inbox every week
Scottish Sun
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Danny O'Donoghue reveals bizarre reason The Script almost MISSED their Glastonbury spot
Scroll down to read Danny's emotional on stage tribute to late bandmate Mark Sheehan NOT IN THE SCRIPT NOT IN THE SCRIPT Danny O'Donoghue reveals bizarre reason The Script almost MISSED their Glastonbury spot Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE SCRIPT played all their hits when they returned to Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage for the first time in 16 years – but they almost didn't make it at all. Sitting down with Bizarre before their set on Saturday, frontman Danny O'Donoghue admitted he'd been on a speedboat ride in Cardiff the day before, which left him battered and bruised. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 11 The Script, from left to right, Benjamin Sargent, Glen Power, Danny O'Donoghue and Ben Weaver Credit: Jordan Rossi He explained: 'It was kick-ass. 'For about two hours, I think they were trying their best to get us to crash and not show up to Glastonbury. 'My knees are in bits. 'He was trying to do doughnuts and then coming back out. 'We left the sea more than twice. 'We went right up and bang, smashed down.' Danny, who paid an emotional tribute on stage to their late bandmate Mark Sheehan, celebrated afterwards into the early hours. But ahead of the performance, he said: 'I thought I'd be a bit more nervous. 'Glastonbury is like Woodstock. 'The first time, I remember feeling too small for the stage. Watch as The Voice's Danny O'Donoghue pays emotional tribute to late The Script star bandmate live on TV 'The stage was huge. 11 Danny O'Donoghue of The Script performs at Glastonbury festival 'Now, coming back, the stage looks quite small. 'But that's what 17 years of touring will do for you.' But their focus is on a follow-up to 2024's album Satellites. Danny said: 'We're doing a show in August then heading to the States to work with the writers from The Man Who Can't Be Moved and Hall of Fame and pretty much everything we've written.' There was a five-year gap between their last two albums but I don't think we'll have such a wait this time around. CHARLI'S ON FIRE CHARLI XCX delivered one of The Other Stage's best headline shows on Saturday. Dressed in tiny black shorts, a matching bra and leather boots, the singer smashed her way through her Brat album, as well as having a cheeky glass of wine during the 75-minute set. 11 Charli XCX delivered one of The Other Stage's best headline shows Credit: Getty 11 Charli filled the stage with fire during her set Credit: Getty 11 She even managed to make it rain during her performance Credit: AP She filled the stage with fire and even rain while her pal Gracie Abrams was on the big screen doing Charli's Apple dance. Charli told fans: 'I have a heart of stone – but Glastonbury, this is special.' She later declared her love for fiancée George Daniels, The 1975's drummer, and praised Block9 as the 'best place' on Worthy Farm. The area, which includes gay club NYC Downlow, has been the place to party for everyone from Zoe Ball to Matt Smith. 11 Charli enjoyed a cheeky glass of wine during her 75-minute set Credit: AP SIR ROD'S A LEGEND 11 Sir Rod Stewart made a quick change into a bright pink suit during his Glastonbury set Credit: PA 11 Ronnie Wood came on for Faces hit Stay With Me Credit: PA 11 Lulu then joined him on stage for Hot Legs Credit: PA SIR ROD STEWART lived up to his legends billing by overcoming a bout of flu and delivering an awesome set on Sunday afternoon. Rod worked his way through hit after hit after cutting his current 28-song tour list down by eight. He was desperate to fit in as many tracks as possible and made every break sparse when speaking to the crowd and made it clear he was just there to give his fans what they wanted — with shouts of 'next' every time he wanted to hurry the set along. By eleventh song Young Hearts the 200,000-plus crowd at the Pyramid Stage were on song, with Rod's first ten tracks appearing to be relatively easy work vocally given how ill he was just seven days ago. His energy levels were high, with the British superstar gyrating and dancing around the extensive stage with ease. Those who've not been lucky enough to catch him on tour yet got to taste the full force of his band - with his brilliant saxophonist stealing the show alongside Rod's six brilliant female singers and string players. The affection and appreciation for Rod feels for his band spilled into my exclusive chat ahead of his set and on stage he made sure this set was just as much theirs as it was his. A quick change into a bright pink suit after If You Want My Body and Rod was ready to go - launching into I Don't Want To Talk About It before inviting my favourite Mick Hucknall on stage to sing If You Don't Know Me By Now before Ronnie Wood came on for Faces hit Stay With Me. Lulu then joined them for Hot Legs - with her saying as she walked off stage: 'Rod Stewart's the man.' Too right he is. During his closing song Sailing, Worthy Farm was swaying in near perfect timing - with many a tad out of rhythm thanks to the soaring heat and booze. Rod however was on song and after taking one final bow on that hallowed stage, turning his back to show his custom-made Celtic shirt, he bid the crowd farewell. They don't make many like Rod. And that felt incredibly special. DOECHII STARS IN STRIPES 11 Doechii wore pin-striped knee-high socks, a slip of a kilt and a tiny bra top on stage Credit: Getty DOECHII's set will live long in the memory and not just for her pin-striped knee-high socks, slip of a kilt and tiny bra top. The rapper's West Holts session on Saturday served as an introduction to all the fans who have found her this year, thanks to hits Anxiety and Denial Is A River. The US star peppered her set with snippets of the Wu-Tang Clan, Nas, Missy Elliott and even Daft Punk. RITA ORA led the stars partying into the early hours in Block 9 – the festival's wild, immersive nightlife district – with husband Taika Waititi. The pair had plenty of energy after being driven around all day in an air conditioned four-by-four. The Hot Right Now singer was seen dancing and mingling with stars including actor Taron Egerton. Not so lucky, Jack Whitehall got separated from his pals and was told there was 'no more room' in the VIP bar they were in. Tilda Swinton was in VIP the bar with Maisie Smith – who must have been boiling in a massive faux-fur coat, while Lily Allen was overheard telling a pal: 'I feel so great, it's just this feeling.' Same, Lily. Same. 11 James Norton was spotted in hospitality camping with bare feet Credit: Supplied JAMES NORTON fans were shocked to see him stomping through hospitality camping with bare feet on Sunday morning. My mole told me: 'He was carrying his shoes and seemed in a hurry to get back from the toilets to his tent. 'People were doing double takes – and no one could work out why he'd taken his trainers off.' Maybe he's doing a Chris Martin, who is known for going barefoot because he likes to feel 'grounded'. CRUZ BECKHAM was living his best life – after renting out a posh Winnebago for himself and girlfriend Jackie Apostel. An onlooker said: 'While most people are stuck in stuffy tents, Cruz had a far fancier stay and was in one of the Winnies. 'The bigger ones cost almost £40,000 to rent. 'He spent Saturday enjoying some of the music acts with Jackie and stayed out of the VIP areas to hang out with the crowds.'
The Sun
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Danny O'Donoghue reveals bizarre reason The Script almost MISSED their Glastonbury spot
THE SCRIPT played all their hits when they returned to Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage for the first time in 16 years – but they almost didn't make it at all. Sitting down with Bizarre before their set on Saturday, frontman Danny O'Donoghue admitted he'd been on a speedboat ride in Cardiff the day before, which left him battered and bruised. 11 He explained: 'It was kick-ass. 'For about two hours, I think they were trying their best to get us to crash and not show up to Glastonbury. 'My knees are in bits. 'He was trying to do doughnuts and then coming back out. 'We left the sea more than twice. 'We went right up and bang, smashed down.' Mark Sheehan, celebrated afterwards into the early hours. But ahead of the performance, he said: 'I thought I'd be a bit more nervous. 'Glastonbury is like Woodstock. 'The first time, I remember feeling too small for the stage. Watch as The Voice's Danny O'Donoghue pays emotional tribute to late The Script star bandmate live on TV 'The stage was huge. 'Now, coming back, the stage looks quite small. 'But that's what 17 years of touring will do for you.' But their focus is on a follow-up to 2024's album Satellites. Danny said: 'We're doing a show in August then heading to the States to work with the writers from The Man Who Can't Be Moved and Hall of Fame and pretty much everything we've written.' There was a five-year gap between their last two albums but I don't think we'll have such a wait this time around. CHARLI'S ON FIRE CHARLI XCX delivered one of The Other Stage's best headline shows on Saturday. Dressed in tiny black shorts, a matching bra and leather boots, the singer smashed her way through her Brat album, as well as having a cheeky glass of wine during the 75-minute set. 11 11 11 She filled the stage with fire and even rain while her pal Gracie Abrams was on the big screen doing Charli's Apple dance. Charli told fans: 'I have a heart of stone – but Glastonbury, this is special.' She later declared her love for fiancée George Daniels, The 1975's drummer, and praised Block9 as the 'best place' on Worthy Farm. The area, which includes gay club NYC Downlow, has been the place to party for everyone from Zoe Ball to Matt Smith. SIR ROD'S A LEGEND 11 11 11 SIR ROD STEWART lived up to his legends billing by overcoming a bout of flu and delivering an awesome set on Sunday afternoon. Rod worked his way through hit after hit after cutting his current 28-song tour list down by eight. He was desperate to fit in as many tracks as possible and made every break sparse when speaking to the crowd and made it clear he was just there to give his fans what they wanted — with shouts of 'next' every time he wanted to hurry the set along. By eleventh song Young Hearts the 200,000-plus crowd at the Pyramid Stage were on song, with Rod's first ten tracks appearing to be relatively easy work vocally given how ill he was just seven days ago. His energy levels were high, with the British superstar gyrating and dancing around the extensive stage with ease. Those who've not been lucky enough to catch him on tour yet got to taste the full force of his band - with his brilliant saxophonist stealing the show alongside Rod's six brilliant female singers and string players. The affection and appreciation for Rod feels for his band spilled into my exclusive chat ahead of his set and on stage he made sure this set was just as much theirs as it was his. A quick change into a bright pink suit after If You Want My Body and Rod was ready to go - launching into I Don't Want To Talk About It before inviting my favourite Mick Hucknall on stage to sing If You Don't Know Me By Now before Ronnie Wood came on for Faces hit Stay With Me. Lulu then joined them for Hot Legs - with her saying as she walked off stage: 'Rod Stewart's the man.' Too right he is. During his closing song Sailing, Worthy Farm was swaying in near perfect timing - with many a tad out of rhythm thanks to the soaring heat and booze. Rod however was on song and after taking one final bow on that hallowed stage, turning his back to show his custom-made Celtic shirt, he bid the crowd farewell. They don't make many like Rod. And that felt incredibly special. DOECHII STARS IN STRIPES DOECHII's set will live long in the memory and not just for her pin-striped knee-high socks, slip of a kilt and tiny bra top. The rapper's West Holts session on Saturday served as an introduction to all the fans who have found her this year, thanks to hits Anxiety and Denial Is A River. The US star peppered her set with snippets of the Wu-Tang Clan, Nas, Missy Elliott and even Daft Punk. RITA ORA led the stars partying into the early hours in Block 9 – the festival's wild, immersive nightlife district – with husband Taika Waititi. The pair had plenty of energy after being driven around all day in an air conditioned four-by-four. The Hot Right Now singer was seen dancing and mingling with stars including actor Taron Egerton. Not so lucky, Jack Whitehall got separated from his pals and was told there was 'no more room' in the VIP bar they were in. Tilda Swinton was in VIP the bar with Maisie Smith – who must have been boiling in a massive faux-fur coat, while Lily Allen was overheard telling a pal: 'I feel so great, it's just this feeling.' Same, Lily. Same. 11 JAMES NORTON fans were shocked to see him stomping through hospitality camping with bare feet on Sunday morning. My mole told me: 'He was carrying his shoes and seemed in a hurry to get back from the toilets to his tent. 'People were doing double takes – and no one could work out why he'd taken his trainers off.' Maybe he's doing a Chris Martin, who is known for going barefoot because he likes to feel 'grounded'. CRUZ BECKHAM was living his best life – after renting out a posh Winnebago for himself and girlfriend Jackie Apostel. An onlooker said: 'While most people are stuck in stuffy tents, Cruz had a far fancier stay and was in one of the Winnies. 'The bigger ones cost almost £40,000 to rent. 'He spent Saturday enjoying some of the music acts with Jackie and stayed out of the VIP areas to hang out with the crowds.'
The Irish Sun
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Danny O'Donoghue reveals bizarre reason The Script almost MISSED their Glastonbury spot
THE SCRIPT played all their hits when they returned to Glastonbury's Pyramid Stage for the first time in 16 years – but they almost didn't make it at all. Sitting down with Bizarre before their set on Saturday, frontman Danny O'Donoghue admitted he'd been on a speedboat ride in Cardiff the day before, which left him battered and bruised. Advertisement 11 The Script, from left to right, Benjamin Sargent, Glen Power, Danny O'Donoghue and Ben Weaver Credit: Jordan Rossi He explained: 'It was kick-ass. 'For about two hours, I think they were trying their best to get us to crash and not show up to Glastonbury. 'My knees are in bits. 'He was trying to do doughnuts and then coming back out. Advertisement READ MORE ON THE SCRIPT 'We left the sea more than twice. 'We went right up and bang, smashed down.' Danny, who paid an emotional tribute on stage to their late bandmate But ahead of the performance, he said: 'I thought I'd be a bit more nervous. Advertisement Most read in Bizarre 'Glastonbury is like Woodstock. 'The first time, I remember feeling too small for the stage. Watch as The Voice's Danny O'Donoghue pays emotional tribute to late The Script star bandmate live on TV 'The stage was huge. 11 Danny O'Donoghue of The Script performs at Glastonbury festival Advertisement 'Now, coming back, the stage looks quite small. 'But that's what 17 years of touring will do for you.' But their focus is on a follow-up to 2024's album Satellites. Danny said: 'We're doing a show in August then heading to the States to work with the writers from The Man Who Can't Be Moved and Hall of Fame and pretty much everything we've written.' There was a five-year gap between their last two albums but I don't think we'll have such a wait this time around. Advertisement CHARLI'S ON FIRE Dressed in tiny black shorts, a matching bra and leather boots, the singer smashed her way through her Brat album, as well as having a cheeky glass of wine during the 75-minute set. 11 Charli XCX delivered one of The Other Stage's best headline shows Credit: Getty 11 Charli filled the stage with fire during her set Credit: Getty Advertisement 11 She even managed to make it rain during her performance Credit: AP She filled the stage with fire and even rain while her pal Gracie Abrams was on the big screen doing Charli's Apple dance. Charli told fans: 'I have a heart of stone – but Glastonbury, this is special.' She later declared her love for fiancée George Daniels, The 1975's drummer, and praised Block9 as the 'best place' on Worthy Farm. Advertisement The area, which includes gay club NYC Downlow, has been the place to party for everyone from Zoe Ball to 11 Charli enjoyed a cheeky glass of wine during her 75-minute set Credit: AP SIR ROD'S A LEGEND 11 Sir Rod Stewart made a quick change into a bright pink suit during his Glastonbury set Credit: PA 11 Ronnie Wood came on for Faces hit Stay With Me Credit: PA Advertisement 11 Lulu then joined him on stage for Hot Legs Credit: PA SIR ROD STEWART lived up to his legends billing by overcoming a bout of flu and delivering an awesome set on Sunday afternoon. Rod worked his way through hit after hit after cutting his current 28-song tour list down by eight. He was desperate to fit in as many tracks as possible and made every break sparse when speaking to the crowd and made it clear he was just there to give his fans what they wanted — with shouts of 'next' every time he wanted to hurry the set along. Advertisement By eleventh song Young Hearts the 200,000-plus crowd at the Pyramid Stage were on song, with Rod's first ten tracks appearing to be relatively easy work vocally given how ill he was just seven days ago. His energy levels were high, with the British superstar gyrating and dancing around the extensive stage with ease. Those who've not been lucky enough to catch him on tour yet got to taste the full force of his band - with his brilliant saxophonist stealing the show alongside Rod's six brilliant female singers and string players. The affection and appreciation for Rod feels for his band spilled into my exclusive chat ahead of his set and on stage he made sure this set was just as much theirs as it was his. Advertisement A quick change into a bright pink suit after If You Want My Body and Rod was ready to go - launching into I Don't Want To Talk About It before inviting my favourite Mick Hucknall on stage to sing If You Don't Know Me By Now before Lulu then joined them for Hot Legs - with her saying as she walked off stage: 'Rod Stewart's the man.' Too right he is. During his closing song Sailing, Worthy Farm was swaying in near perfect timing - with many a tad out of rhythm thanks to the soaring heat and booze. Advertisement Rod however was on song and after taking one final bow on that hallowed stage, turning his back to show his custom-made They don't make many like Rod. And that felt incredibly special. DOECHII STARS IN STRIPES 11 Doechii wore pin-striped knee-high socks, a slip of a kilt and a tiny bra top on stage Credit: Getty DOECHII's set will live long in the memory and not just for her pin-striped knee-high socks, slip of a kilt and tiny bra top. Advertisement The rapper's West Holts session on Saturday served as an introduction to all the fans who have found her this year, thanks to hits Anxiety and Denial Is A River. The US star peppered her set with snippets of the Wu-Tang Clan, Nas, Missy Elliott and even Daft Punk. RITA ORA led the stars partying into the early hours in Block 9 – the festival's wild, immersive nightlife district – with husband Taika Waititi. The pair had plenty of energy after being driven around all day in an air conditioned four-by-four. Advertisement The Hot Right Now singer was seen dancing and mingling with stars including actor Taron Egerton. Not so lucky, Tilda Swinton was in VIP the bar with Same, Lily. Same. Advertisement 11 James Norton was spotted in hospitality camping with bare feet Credit: Supplied camping with bare feet on Sunday morning. My mole told me: 'He was carrying his shoes and seemed in a hurry to get back from the toilets to his tent. 'People were doing double takes – and no one could work out why he'd taken his trainers off.' Advertisement Maybe he's doing a Chris Martin, who is known for going barefoot because he likes to feel 'grounded'. CRUZ BECKHAM was living his best life – after renting out a posh Winnebago for himself and girlfriend Jackie Apostel. An onlooker said: 'While most people are stuck in stuffy tents, Cruz had a far fancier stay and was in one of the Winnies. 'The bigger ones cost almost £40,000 to rent. Advertisement 'He spent Saturday enjoying some of the music acts with Jackie and stayed out of the VIP areas to hang out with the crowds.'
Scottish Sun
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Iconic band announce last ever London show as frontman leaves band after 30 years
It comes as the singer released an emotional statement on his band exit ALL CHANGE Iconic band announce last ever London show as frontman leaves band after 30 years AN ICONIC rock outfit have called time on their current line-up with a farewell London gig. The Danish hitmakers, who formed in 1995, are famed for tracks including Satellites, She Came Home For Christmas and Special, have told how their final shows represent a "heartfelt thank you" to fans. Advertisement 6 An iconic rock band will play a farewell tour for fans in London Credit: Getty 6 It comes after lead singer Jonas Bjerre announced he was quitting the band after three decades Credit: Getty 6 Danish band Mew formed in 1995 and are known for tracks including including Satellites and She Came Home For Christmas Credit: Getty Now Copenhagen-formed band Mew have told fans their show in the English capital is a chance to "experience Mew live one last time." It comes as original member Jonas Bjerre, 48, quit the band after 30 years, with his talent on-show at London's Roundhouse on December 9. The group, who have released eight studio albums, have stated: "In 2025, Mew celebrate 30 years of groundbreaking music with a special farewell tour - marking frontman Jonas Bjerre's final performances. "This tour is a heartfelt thank-you to the fans who have shaped their journey. Advertisement "Don't miss this chance to experience Mew live one last time." He is also part of the band Apparatjik, alongside Bassist Guy Berryman from Coldplay. ALL CHANGE Singer Jonas formed In A Better Place band Mew alongside Silas Utke Graae Jørgensen, bassist Johan Wohlert, and guitarist Bo Madsen formed in 1995. Johan then left the band for a period between 2006 and 2013. Advertisement The musician previously released a statement on his band exit. He told fans: "Dearest Frengers. Drummer from metal band rocks out before quitting band "[2025] marks the 30th anniversary of Mew! It's been quite a journey, that's brought me and my lovely band mates on countless adventures, for which I am eternally grateful. "And none of it could have happened if not for you Frengers and your support. This is something I've never taken for granted, and never will. Advertisement "For me, this journey will be coming to an end." He added: "I have come to the realisation that it's time for me personally to embark on a different journey, and focus on other creative projects. "I am so happy that we get to play these farewell shows, and that I get to go on one last trip with my dear friends and co-founders Johan and Silas, as well as the Doc and Mads Wegner." He finished off his message with the words "love Jonas." Advertisement OPENING UP Jonas recently opened up about what he missed the most from when the band first started out three decades ago. In a candid interview he said: "I think one thing I miss about myself is when I was a kid I'd go into a record store and I'd just like put on records from whatever, if the cover was interesting to me or something, there would be room for anything inside of me like no matter what it was I would find something appealing in it almost. "And now I think my mind's a bit more closed off." He added to "That's something I'm working on, exposing myself to more things cause I used to do that all the time. I mean, when I was 14 myself and the guitar player went and watched Eraserhead by David Lynch. Advertisement "It's a long and tough film to watch when you're a kid, but we just sat through it and I think that exposing yourself to things that you might not immediately understand is something that you kind of lose a little bit with age, and I think that's something you gotta keep working at. "Because otherwise your mind will start just closing up." So that's something which we try and do more and more, but as for the band, I think in the beginning the band was just really, everyone was so thrilled that we could make this noise together and when you get older you obviously put bigger demands on your work, it has to be more than that. "So it gets harder and harder to satisfy yourself, musically. That can be tough sometimes, but I think it's a necessary thing if you wanna keep growing and expanding the quality of what you do." Advertisement 6 They will play at London's Roundhouse on December 9 Credit: Getty 6 They have released eight studio albums Credit: Getty
