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Scottish Sun
11-07-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
Five things you CAN'T forget to take to TRNSMT to survive the festival
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TRNSMT festival kicks off today with 150,000 people due to descend on Glasgow Green for a weekend of music. Across three days some of the biggest name acts in music - from 50 Cent to Biffy Clyro - will take to stages in the city park to blast out their hits. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Thousands of fans due to turn out for TRNSMT 2 Shereen shares her tips And the Gods must be smiling on organisers as the sun is due to be splitting the skies for the fest. But hot weather means revellers need to be careful, with exposure to sun and long days of partying not always a good mix. Thankfully Shereen Cutkelvin, who is fronting BBC Scotland's coverage of the event, has some top tips to get through the musical extravaganza unscathed. Originally from Lanark, Shereen is a former member of the girl group Neon Jungle and was a semi-finalist on The X Factor. Last year, she made her debut presenting TRNSMT for BBC Scotland, taking over from Edith Bowman. She'll be bringing viewers interviews, standout performances and highlights across all three days, featuring global stars and rising talent from the music scene. She said: "I'm absolutely buzzing to be back hosting BBC Scotland's coverage of the festival – let's go!" Here are Shereen's five festival survival tips. KEEP IT CLEAN She says: "Number one is bringing wipes and hand sanitiser. "You gotta stay clean in those toilet cabins." Full list of TRNSMT bar prices revealed as pints are hiked up BE PREPARED While the weather is supposed to be nice, Shereen says Scotland is always unpredictable. The presenter added: "Number two is bring a poncho because it's Glasgow, it's probably going to rain. DON'T MISS OUT TRNSMT is a breeding ground for new talent - and Shereen says it's a good chance to see the big names before they are famous. She says: "Number three, get to the BBC introducing stage quick because there's going to be some amazing up-and-coming artists you don't want to miss. HOTTING UP While she's warning that the rain may appear, you also have to be ready for some high temperatures with the mercury set to hit 28C. Shereen says: "Number four is take SPF. You gotta stay protected. "And the sunshine's actually going to be out this weekend so that is a plus." CASH IS KING Finally, the star says it's always good to have some real, cash money with you. She added: "Number five is take out some extra cash and stash it, like in a bum bag or something. "You gotta stay prepped, stay ready and you never know when you're going to need some cash."
Morocco World
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Morocco World
Shereen Abdel Wahab Criticized for Playback at Mawazine
Fez– After nearly a decade away from Moroccan stages, Egyptian superstar Shereen Abdel Wahab made her long-awaited return at the closing night of the Mawazine Festival in Rabat. Her performance, heavily promoted as a headline event, was met with excitement and nostalgia. But what began as a celebratory comeback quickly turned into a night of unexpected tension. The singer, known for her powerful voice and emotional stage presence, opened her set to thunderous applause. Yet minutes into the concert, murmurs began circulating among the crowd. Observers noticed that something was off: Shereen appeared to be singing to a pre-recorded track. It didn't take long for frustration to surface. Several attendees realized she was performing in playback, and some left the venue in protest. For a festival that prides itself on live music and international caliber performances, the use of backing vocals or full playback is a sensitive issue, especially from a headliner of Shereen's stature. The moment sparked widespread unease among the audience, many of whom had waited years to see her live. Facing mounting pressure from the crowd, Shereen shifted course. Responding directly to calls from the audience to sing live, she took to the microphone without the playback track and continued her set with her real voice. The gesture, though late, was welcomed by the audience, and the energy in the venue gradually began to recover. Despite the rocky start, Shereen managed to salvage the evening with a selection of beloved hits and emotional tributes. She performed some of her most iconic songs alongside classics from the golden age of Arabic music. A standout moment was her rendition of Um Kulthum's 'Alf Leila Wa Leila,' a performance that reminded many of the vocal talent that made Shereen a household name across the region. Another emotional highlight came when she sang 'Ma Ta'tazeresh,' a song she said holds special meaning for her due to its melody, composed by star singer Majid Al Mohandis. She dedicated the track to the Moroccan audience with a heartfelt message, seemingly aware that she needed to rebuild trust after the playback incident. The Mawazine Nahda stage also witnessed chaos and confusion on Saturday evening when Shereen Abdel Wahab's entrance was unusually delayed, allegedly due to a sudden financial dispute with festival organizers, sparking widespread anger among attendees. Converging reports said Shereen refused to go on stage at the scheduled time because she had insisted on receiving her fee in cash, which was not met; the organizers insisted on payment via bank transfer. This disagreement led the artist to defy the announced program, delaying the start of her performance by more than an hour. The unexplained delay provoked significant unrest among the crowd gathered at the Nahda stage, with boos and whistles erupting amid widespread frustration over the lack of communication from the festival administration and calls for respect toward the audience who endured the wait. This incident placed the Mawazine management in a difficult position, especially as Shereen's concert was one of the most anticipated events of this edition, given her immense popularity in Morocco. While the night didn't go as smoothly as many had hoped, Shereen's ability to regain control of the stage and reconnect with the crowd in real time helped shift the mood. Still, the controversy sparked by her use of pre-recorded vocals will likely linger, raising questions about performance authenticity in an era where spectacle often trumps substance. Mawazine remains one of the Arab world's most high-profile music festivals, and expectations for its closing acts are always high. Shereen's return was historic, but not without lessons. Tags: backlashMawazineShereen Abdel Wahab
The Herald Scotland
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Farewell, Shereen, we will miss you - now Radio Scotland faces choice
You have to say that 17 years is a pretty decent shift on radio or anywhere else these days, so it is worth raising a glass to the presenter for her services over the years. She has certainly been a safe pair of hands. The magazine format which Shereen's programme pursues now seems compulsory on Saturday mornings across the board on both TV and radio in the UK. But whereas Saturday Live on Radio 4 tends to stick to a lifestyle and human interest beat, Shereen's programme has always mixed the serious and un-serious together. And so on Saturday the show moved from a disagreement about a new Orlando Bloom film on Amazon Prime to discussing Labour's U-turn on winter fuel to a tribute to the late, great Beach Boy, Brian Wilson, to a discussion of the riots in Ballymena last week. Read more Nanjiani and her guests, journalists Angela Haggerty and Paul McNamee and screenwriter Sergio Casci, have opinions on all of them. Well, that is the brief, of course. Actually, all three contributors were very good. McNamee grew up in Ballymena and spoke with angry eloquence about what was happening in his hometown. But going from riots to some minor Channel 4 sci-fi show, does feel a bit strange, doesn't it? Or is that just me? (A minor thing, but why is there always such an emphasis on talking about TV programmes on these radio magazine programmes? Of course people watch telly, but they also go out to gigs and read books and visit galleries. And they also listen to other radio shows. Why do they never talk about other radio shows on radio shows?) In truth, I'm always slightly suspicious of programmes in which everyone has an opinion on everything. But that's because I often find it's perfectly possible not to have an opinion sometimes. Indeed, I manage to have no opinions on things all the time. (What do you mean that's obvious?) So, it was rather refreshing on Saturday when Angela Haggerty admitted that she didn't know what she thought about the ongoing controversy around the development of a controversial holiday park at Loch Lomond. All that said, Shereen's programme has always felt approachable and accessible, and a lot of that has been down to its presenter. So you could understand McNamee, a regular guest, getting rather emotional when he paid tribute to her. 'There's something very special about Shereen,' he said of the programme he has been appearing on for the last 16 years. 'It brings, I think, companionship. And when you're listening at home you feel as though you are part of something more … I think that is what will be what is missed most.' Good luck with replacing it, Radio Scotland. Radio drama can be, I accept, something of an acquired taste, but I have a fondness for light and breezy Radio 4 afternoon dramas because they were my introduction to the station back in the 1980s when my listening habits didn't, on the whole, stretch much further than Radio 1. As a result, maybe some of my enjoyment of Katie Retford's Fran and Joe: Summer Fate on Tuesday afternoon was nostalgic. But Retford's drama series - this is the third and last in the series - is a sweet, warm account of a tentative romance between two primary teachers played by Fiona Button and Nikesh Patel (who's already played the love interest in Rose Matafeo's TV sitcom Starstruck). The real star here, though, was Joanna Monroe playing Miss Pear, another teacher and potential matchmaker. Having appeared in both previous episodes, Christmas Wings and World Book Day, here she got to give a speech and seized the opportunity gleefully. Indeed, she packed so much emotion into her minute or two of monologue that it overshadowed everything that followed. That said, I love a good romance and this fitted the bill. For the most part it was just two people talking about love and grief in the rain. Turns out that's more than enough sometimes. Nicola Benedetti (Image: free) Listen Out For: The Truth About Classical Music, Classic FM, Friday, June 27, 9pm As the behemoth that is the Glastonbury Festival prepares to devour TV and radio, Classic FM offers an alternative with this new six-part series fronted by Nicola Benedetti. In it, the Grammy-winning violinist and director of the Edinburgh International Festival lifts the curtain on the world of classical music.
Glasgow Times
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Legendary BBC Scotland presenter steps away from show
Broadcaster Shereen Nanjiani presented her final Saturday morning radio show on BBC Radio Scotland on Saturday, June 14, BBC News reported. The 'Shereen' show originally launched in 2008 and featured Nanjiani and a range of guests debating big talking points each week and reviewing the latest TV and streaming releases. Before joining the BBC, the 63-year-old was a well-known STV newsreader for 20 years. Legendary BBC Scotland presenter steps away from show (Image: Newsquest) Born in Elderslie, Renfrewshire, in 1961, Nanjiani graduated from the University of Glasgow before she began her broadcasting career at the age of 22 as a trainee journalist at STV. Following that, the much-loved presenter went on to become Scotland's first Asian-heritage newsreader, presenting Scotland Today for two decades until she left STV in 2006. In 2020, the star was awarded an MBE for her services to Scottish broadcasting. READ MORE: BBC Scotland reveal big change after departure of presenter Following her departure, Nanjiani revealed she had loved being part of the BBC Radio Scotland weekend family for so long. She said: "I've made so many good friends on the show over the years. "They made me laugh and they made me think, and it's always been a joy to come to work in the morning. "Finally, I'd like to thank our lovely listeners who've stayed with us throughout the years and joined in the conversation. "I'll miss them all, but this feels like a good time in my life to get my weekends back again, have a lie in, and explore new adventures." BBC Radio Scotland commissioning editor Heather Kane Darling added: "Shereen is one of Scotland's most experienced and respected broadcasters, and it's been a pleasure to work with her over the last 19 years. "I know our teams will miss working with her, and we thank her for her professionalism and dedication during her time with us." The BBC reported that over the summer, the 10am to 11.30am slot will be filled by Saturday Morning with Zara Janjua. Details of the new show for autumn will be announced in due course.
Scottish Sun
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Much-loved BBC star steps away from show after 17 years
Read on to discover who the temporary host will be over the summer SIGNING OFF Much-loved BBC star steps away from show after 17 years Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BROADCASTER Shereen Nanjiani has stepped away from her Saturday morning radio show. The Scots presenter, 63, has been at the helm of the Shereen show for 17 and secured her place as a fan favourite with her mix of news and light-hearted debate. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Shereen Nanjiani has stepped away from her BBC Radio Scotland show Credit: David Henderson - The Sun Glasgow A new Saturday morning radio show will launch in the Autumn, with the details to be announced in due course. The host said: "I've made so many good friends on the show over the years. "They made me laugh and they made me think and it's always been a joy to come to work in the morning," she said. "Finally, I'd like to thank our lovely listeners who've stayed with us throughout the years and joined in the conversation. "I'll miss them all but this feels like a good time in my life to get my weekends back again, have a lie in, and explore new adventures." BBC Radio Scotland commissioning editor Heather Kane Darling added: "Shereen is one of Scotland's most experienced and respected broadcasters and it's been a pleasure to work with her over the last 19 years. "I know our teams will miss working with her and we thank her for her professionalism and dedication during her time with us." The Scottish Sun's Zara Janjua will cover the morning slot over the summer months. Elsewhere at the station, four senior journalists have lodged complaints with the BBC bosses in a fresh ageism row. Their separate — but coordinated — discrimination claims come as the broadcaster merges its home and foreign newsdesks. Bosses hope slashing 130 jobs will help save £700million. But the four, said to have worked in warzones and the aftermath of terror attacks, fear they have been earmarked for compulsory redundancy. Their move follows a group of BBC News presenters going to an employment tribunal over ageism allegations. Martine Croxall, Karin Giannone, Kasia Madera, and Annita McVeigh settled their three-year dispute in March, with the terms not disclosed.
