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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'We saw McFly in concert and something wild happened on way home'
A fan of McFly was left stunned by what she witnessed after their performance, prompting her to share footage of Tom, Danny and Dougie from her car After watching McFly perform in concert earlier this week (June 22), some fans of the pop band were left in amazement by what happened after the show. The four-piece, which consists of Tom Fletcher, Danny Jones, Dougie Poynter and Harry Judd, performed in Southampton, where they took to the stage at the city's Guildhall Square. There, the sold out crowd enjoyed 20 years of hits – including All About You and Obviously as part of Southampton Summer Sessions celebrations. It precedes McFly embarking on a large tour of the UK and Ireland later this year. After leaving the event, fan Charlotte Samina admitted she was stunned to see three of the group's members during her journey home. Samina took to TikTok, where she penned in a caption alongside her video: "Driving home from a McFly gig only to be overtaken by McFly on their motorbikes." The clip showed Tom, Danny and Dougie overtaking Samina on the Hampshire dual carriageway, prompting one TikTok user to declare: "Please say you opened the windows and said hello, thanks for a sick gig." Samina confessed: "I debated it but when I put the window down their motorbikes were LOUD so they'd never have heard us!" A second person praised: "Amazing! I drove this road home back and know it well! Can't believe you saw them!" A third gushed: "This is iconic." Whilst a fourth quipped: "The thought of Tom on a motorbike just doesn't sit quite right." Earlier that day, meanwhile, Tom hailed the "best weekend ever" as he shared several snaps to Facebook of the band enjoying their lunch beside their bikes. "Best weekend ever. Motorbikes & McFly," he penned in a caption. One fellow biker replied: "As an avid fan of extreme metal for countless years, I never thought I would comment on a McFly related page but here I am! Great bikes, Bobber wins (just). Luckily, I have both!" Another fan wrote: "Saw you at Westonbirt on Saturday. Your energy was off the scale and you were just what I was hoping for and more. "Amazing, loved it, thank you all. We were up on the disabled viewing platform with my daughter. She didn't stop beaming the whole time." A third individual shared: "My hubby is off to Bruges and Luxembourg on their motorbikes with his mates this weekend. Lads and bikes… gotta be done." A fourth suggested to the lads: "Next stop needs to be ABR Festival. The biggest motorbike festival in the UK." And a fifth Facebook user praised 39-year old Tom's photos: "Looks amazing! Everyone having so much fun! You guys know how to put on a brilliant show and have a fantastic time doing it! Awesome!"
The Herald Scotland
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Southampton Summer Sessions 2025: Full line-up and timings
Over the course of three weeks, from today to Sunday, June 29, performances will take place on an outdoor stage in the square. The outdoor music festival only launched last year and saw the likes of Tom Jones, Madness, Kaiser Chiefs, and Paloma Faith take to the stage. Some of the names involved for 2025 include Rag'n'Bone Man, McFly, Craig David and Simple Minds. Southampton Summer Sessions 2025 full line-up and timings Some of the acts for Southampton Summer Sessions 2025 still have tickets available, which can be checked on the website here. Friday, June 13 - Rag'n'Bone Man with Elles Bailey and Kerr Mercer Saturday, June 14 - The Stranglers with Buzzcocks Sunday, June 15 - UB40 featuring Ali Campbell with Bitty McLean and Reggae Roast featuring Mr Williamz Saturday, June 21 - Craig David presents TS5 with Patrick Nazemi Sunday, June 22 - McFly with Twin Atlantic and Devon Thursday, June 26 - The Human League with Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey and Blancmange Friday, June 27 - Ocean Colour Scene with Cast and Echobelly Saturday, June 28 - Train with Matt Hansen Sunday, June 29 - Simple Minds with China Crisis On the Southampton Summer Sessions website, it states that general admission will open at 6pm on all the nights when performances are taking place. They recommend arriving early to "soak up the atmosphere" and state that show times are always subject to change. The performances should finish up at around 10.30pm every night. See what's on in your local area (Image: Newsquest) What is the food and drink policy at Southampton Summer Sessions 2025? Guests will not be able to bring their own food and drink into Guildhall Square, but there will be several stalls in the square selling different cuisines. Recommended reading: According to the Summer Sessions website, there are a few exceptions to the above rule: 1 x sealed water bottle is permitted per person, max 500ml 1 x empty reusable water bottle is permitted If you have a medical condition, then a doctor's note will permit diet-specific food and drink only There will also be free water refill stations for people to make use of, and it should be noted that the venue will be cashless.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New act announced for Southampton Summer Sessions
Rising indie star Matt Hansen is set to support Train at the Southampton Summer Sessions. The Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter, who has amassed a following of 2.5 million on TikTok, will perform on Saturday, June 28. Hansen has made a name for himself with soulful covers and original music, boasting more than 400 million streams of his independently released singles. His latest hit, Let Em Go, is a testament to his powerful vocals and raw storytelling. This summer, he will bring his unique sound to Southampton, supporting Train at Guildhall Square. The June 28 performance will see Hansen join an impressive lineup of previously announced artists, including McFly, The Human League, Simple Minds, and Rag'n'Bone Man. Hometown hero Craig David will also perform in an eagerly awaited gig, as well as UB40 ft. Ali Campbell, The Stranglers and Ocean Colour Scene. Day tickets for the Southampton Summer Sessions are available via and Fans can follow @smmrsessions on social media for the latest updates and announcements.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Popular reggae artist to support UB40 in Southampton
Reggae Roast has been announced as a support act for UB40 in Southampton. Live Nation and Cuffe & Taylor revealed that Reggae Roast will perform in Guildhall Square on Friday, June 15, as part of TK Maxx presents Southampton Summer Sessions. Reggae Roast will feature UK reggae artist Mr Williamz, known for his collaborations with Chronixx, Damian Marley, Major Lazer, and Shy FX. Mr Williamz's recent collaboration with Shy FX, the Rudeboy Design Soundtape, was named BBC 6 Music's Album of the Year. His popularity continues to rise, with over 20 million Spotify streams in 2024 alone. The performance will be amplified by Reggae Roast's 52KW sound system. Tickets are currently available on and Other acts announced for the summer sessions include Rag'n'Bone Man and Elles Bailey on Friday, June 13, The Stranglers and Buzzcocks on Saturday, June 14, and UB40 featuring Ali Campbell on Sunday, June 15, alongside Reggae Roast and Bitty Maclean.
Yahoo
05-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'A celebration for the people of Southampton': new music festival set for spring
A brand new music festival is coming to Southampton in May. Playing the Field Festival at Eastleigh Football Club's Silverlake Stadium over the spring bank holiday weekend, will feature the likes of Feeder, The Coral and The Hoosiers. The event, set to become an annual fixture, promises a great live music line-up, globe trotting DJs, local music legends and other activities. (Image: Newsquest)READ MORE: Britpop legends join line-up for Southampton Summer Sessions 2025 Saturday May 24 is a family-friendly event with children of all ages welcome. Sunday May 25 is Dance in the Field day with the event open to strictly over 18s only. Organisers, from city venues and brands including Engine Rooms and Orange Rooms, promise it will rival the biggest festivals, but all on our door step. With a number of acts still to be announced, the line-up also includes Joel Corry, High Contrast and Fish Octagon. The Under Cover Stage will feature top tributes to Oasis and Blur, alongside Mersey Britpop Bible, Mania the Abba tribute, Swiftogeddon and Sabrina Carpenter. In The Big Top, enjoy D.O.D, Alan Fitzpatrick and Boogie Wonderland, hosted by Soul 45. (Image: Newsquest) Other highlights include a silent disco, the world's largest bouncy castle, street food stalls, craft bars and cocktails, circus school, a fun fair, and character meet and greets. A VIP area will feature a private tent with cosy seating, and a premium drinks service. A spokesperson for Playing the Field Festival said: "This event is designed for everyone in the family, offering fun-filled activities, amazing entertainment, and a vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss out on this celebration for the people of Southampton." Welsh rockers Feeder formed in the 90s and have released 12 studio albums, 12 compilations, four EPs, and 43 singles while accumulating 25 top 75 singles between 1997 and 2012. Their biggest hits are Buck Rogers, Echo Park and Tumble and Fall. The Coral are also 90s and 00s favourites. Hear hits like Pass It On and Shadows Fall and Dreaming Of You. Worried About Ray will be included in a lively set from rockers The Hoosiers. Early bird tickets for the event, which runs from midday to 10pm both days, are on sale now at .
