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The Province
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Province
Vancouver's 12-year-old Rickie Wang hopes to score a hit with new song Troublemaker
Vancouver theatre, film and TV actor adds singer to his resume Rickie Wang Photo by samara / Rickie Wang Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. 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THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Troublemaker is the debut single from 12-year-old Vancouver artist Rickie Wang. The hooky tune is a crisp slice of contemporary pop that sounds like it came from a much older and experienced artist. Wang's Spotify account has nearly 19,000 subscribers and the song has 20,000-plus hits and counting. Those are solid numbers for a debut. But Wang is already a seasoned pro. The St. George's student last appeared in the pages of The Vancouver Sun when he starred as Tiny Tim in the Arts Club Theatre production of Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol four years ago in 2021. This wasn't Wang's first professional gig. He also appeared in a version of Oliver at the Gateway Theatre, which was recommended by theatre critic Jerry Wasserman. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Rickie Wang and Lucas Gregory star in Lionel Bart's Oliver at the Gateway Theatre. Photo credit: David Cooper Photo by David Cooper Wang was signed to da Costa Talent Management agency in Grade 5 and his resumé includes voicing the character of Min in Heroes of the Golden Mask alongside Canadian acting legend Christopher Plummer, and appearing on CBC Kids Gumboot Kids and winning three first-place awards at the Junior Voice Competition at the Kiwanis Music Festival in 2022. Trained under VSO School of Music voice teacher Diane King, the young soprano is already a member of UBCP/ACTRA acting unions. A multi-instrumentalist on guitar, piano and turntables, he talked about his new single on his way to Italy from Nice, France, where his Grade 7 class is on its graduation trip. Q: When did you first discover an interest in singing and songwriting? This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. A: I was obsessed with listening to music right from being a baby and, as I grew much older, started developing my interest learning piano and guitar. My very first chord learned on guitar was C major. From there I wrote my first song, titled Sweet Night. I have around 20 songs now. Q: What instruments did you play for Troublemaker? A: I played keyboard and guitar and a very little amount of drums for the song. I have a home studio where I record my ideas. Aside from school, I devote most of my time to creating music as it is my main passion outside of academics. Q: Do you have a goal in mind with releasing this single? A: I think most songs are either for adults or very young kids and I really wanted to write something that was for teens my age. It's kind of my way to celebrate being a rule breaker and a rule changer. Sometimes, you have to make a little mischief to have a little fun and the song is all about having fun. I used Runway with ChatGPT to design the cover art and video. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Q: Troublemaker is a contemporary pop track, but you have classical music chops as well, don't you? A: In Grade 4, I had the pleasure to perform with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, singing a song that accompanied a screening of the film the Snowman. Right now, I'm not doing any vocal training since I'm pretty busy promoting my songs and acting. Do you have any cool acting roles coming up in the future? A: I've booked a few major roles that I can't discuss right now because of NDAs (non-disclosure agreements), but I can tell you that one is coming on Netflix. And I have also got a movie coming this summer. I started auditioning for musical theatre at age nine. The Tiny Tim role at the Arts Club was my first time doing a musical and I thought it was really cool. sderdeyn@ Love concerts, but can't make it to the venue? Stream live shows and events from your couch with VEEPS, a music-first streaming service now operating in Canada. Click here for an introductory offer of 30% off. Explore upcoming concerts and the extensive archive of past performances. Vancouver Canucks Vancouver Canucks Opinion Local News News
Vancouver Sun
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
Vancouver's 12-year-old Rickie Wang hopes to score a hit with new song Troublemaker
Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Troublemaker is the debut single from 12-year-old Vancouver artist Rickie Wang. The hooky tune is a crisp slice of contemporary pop that sounds like it came from a much older and experienced artist. Wang's Spotify account has nearly 19,000 subscribers and the song has 20,000-plus hits and counting. Those are solid numbers for a debut. But Wang is already a seasoned pro. Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. The St. George's student last appeared in the pages of The Vancouver Sun when he starred as Tiny Tim in the Arts Club Theatre production of Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol four years ago in 2021. This wasn't Wang's first professional gig. He also appeared in a version of Oliver at the Gateway Theatre, which was recommended by theatre critic Jerry Wasserman . Wang was signed to da Costa Talent Management agency in Grade 5 and his resumé includes voicing the character of Min in Heroes of the Golden Mask alongside Canadian acting legend Christopher Plummer, and appearing on CBC Kids Gumboot Kids and winning three first-place awards at the Junior Voice Competition at the Kiwanis Music Festival in 2022. Trained under VSO School of Music voice teacher Diane King, the young soprano is already a member of UBCP/ACTRA acting unions. A multi-instrumentalist on guitar, piano and turntables, he talked about his new single on his way to Italy from Nice, France, where his Grade 7 class is on its graduation trip. Q: When did you first discover an interest in singing and songwriting? A : I was obsessed with listening to music right from being a baby and, as I grew much older, started developing my interest learning piano and guitar. My very first chord learned on guitar was C major. From there I wrote my first song, titled Sweet Night. I have around 20 songs now. Q: What instruments did you play for Troublemaker? A : I played keyboard and guitar and a very little amount of drums for the song. I have a home studio where I record my ideas. Aside from school, I devote most of my time to creating music as it is my main passion outside of academics. Q: Do you have a goal in mind with releasing this single? A : I think most songs are either for adults or very young kids and I really wanted to write something that was for teens my age. It's kind of my way to celebrate being a rule breaker and a rule changer. Sometimes, you have to make a little mischief to have a little fun and the song is all about having fun. I used Runway with ChatGPT to design the cover art and video. Q: Troublemaker is a contemporary pop track, but you have classical music chops as well, don't you? A : In Grade 4, I had the pleasure to perform with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, singing a song that accompanied a screening of the film the Snowman. Right now, I'm not doing any vocal training since I'm pretty busy promoting my songs and acting. Do you have any cool acting roles coming up in the future? A : I've booked a few major roles that I can't discuss right now because of NDAs (non-disclosure agreements), but I can tell you that one is coming on Netflix. And I have also got a movie coming this summer. I started auditioning for musical theatre at age nine. The Tiny Tim role at the Arts Club was my first time doing a musical and I thought it was really cool. sderdeyn@ Love concerts, but can't make it to the venue? Stream live shows and events from your couch with VEEPS, a music-first streaming service now operating in Canada. Click here for an introductory offer of 30% off. Explore upcoming concerts and the extensive archive of past performances.
Rhyl Journal
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Olly Murs cancels two UK tour dates after contracting respiratory infection
The Troublemaker singer, 41, who found fame as a contestant on The X Factor, was due to perform at Manchester's AO Arena on Friday and Birmingham's BP Pulse Live on Saturday. He apologised to his fans, including those who witnessed his voice 'failing' him during a Thursday performance at Glasgow's OVO Hydro. A post shared by Olly Murs (@ollymurs) In an Instagram post, he said: 'To everyone in Glasgow last night, I want to start by saying sorry. 'What happened last night has never happened to me before and I'm truly gutted and upset about it. 'In 15 years I've never had to leave the stage after 30 minutes into a show, but my voice was failing me. 'I was panicking and worrying on what to do which gave me no choice but to address it. The thought of upsetting people and letting you the fans down has hit me hard today. 'Speaking in front of you last night and seeing people upset was hard to see but from the bottom of my heart I'm sorry but I had to put my health first.' He added: 'To everyone in Manchester and Birmingham I'm deeply sorry but I am unfortunately going to have to cancel my shows there this weekend. 'I have contracted a respiratory infection and have been instructed to go on a strict 48 hour voice rest by the doctor to ensure no further damage to my vocal chords. 'I've been having the best time on this tour and I'm so sorry to let my fans down, I'm hoping to be fighting fit in a few days to finish this amazing 15 year celebratory tour with a bang.' Murs previously apologised for walking off stage in a video on his Instagram story and said he would be seeing a doctor soon. He is due to perform at London's O2 on Sunday as part of his 15 Years Of Hits – Live 2025 tour, during which he has performed alongside special guest Blue on selected dates. This summer he will perform in cities and towns including Bristol, Reading and Lincoln. Murs said all fans who bought tickets to the cancelled shows will be 'refunded directly from their point of purchase'. 'This will happen automatically over the next week,' he said.
South Wales Guardian
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South Wales Guardian
Olly Murs cancels two UK tour dates after contracting respiratory infection
The Troublemaker singer, 41, who found fame as a contestant on The X Factor, was due to perform at Manchester's AO Arena on Friday and Birmingham's BP Pulse Live on Saturday. He apologised to his fans, including those who witnessed his voice 'failing' him during a Thursday performance at Glasgow's OVO Hydro. A post shared by Olly Murs (@ollymurs) In an Instagram post, he said: 'To everyone in Glasgow last night, I want to start by saying sorry. 'What happened last night has never happened to me before and I'm truly gutted and upset about it. 'In 15 years I've never had to leave the stage after 30 minutes into a show, but my voice was failing me. 'I was panicking and worrying on what to do which gave me no choice but to address it. The thought of upsetting people and letting you the fans down has hit me hard today. 'Speaking in front of you last night and seeing people upset was hard to see but from the bottom of my heart I'm sorry but I had to put my health first.' He added: 'To everyone in Manchester and Birmingham I'm deeply sorry but I am unfortunately going to have to cancel my shows there this weekend. 'I have contracted a respiratory infection and have been instructed to go on a strict 48 hour voice rest by the doctor to ensure no further damage to my vocal chords. 'I've been having the best time on this tour and I'm so sorry to let my fans down, I'm hoping to be fighting fit in a few days to finish this amazing 15 year celebratory tour with a bang.' Murs previously apologised for walking off stage in a video on his Instagram story and said he would be seeing a doctor soon. He is due to perform at London's O2 on Sunday as part of his 15 Years Of Hits – Live 2025 tour, during which he has performed alongside special guest Blue on selected dates. This summer he will perform in cities and towns including Bristol, Reading and Lincoln. Murs said all fans who bought tickets to the cancelled shows will be 'refunded directly from their point of purchase'. 'This will happen automatically over the next week,' he said.
Wales Online
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Olly Murs cancels two UK tour dates after health trouble
Olly Murs cancels two UK tour dates after health trouble The Troublemaker singer, 41, who found fame as a contestant on The X Factor, was due to perform at Manchester's AO Arena on Friday and Birmingham's BP Pulse Live on Saturday Olly was performing in Glasgow when he halted the show Pop singer Olly Murs has cancelled two of his UK tour dates after contracting a respiratory infection. The Troublemaker singer, 41, who found fame as a contestant on The X Factor, was due to perform at Manchester's AO Arena on Friday and Birmingham's BP Pulse Live on Saturday. He apologised to his fans, including those who witnessed his voice "failing" him during a Thursday performance at Glasgow's OVO Hydro. In an Instagram post, he said: "To everyone in Glasgow last night, I want to start by saying sorry. "What happened last night has never happened to me before and I'm truly gutted and upset about it. "In 15 years I've never had to leave the stage after 30 minutes into a show, but my voice was failing me. Article continues below "I was panicking and worrying on what to do which gave me no choice but to address it. The thought of upsetting people and letting you the fans down has hit me hard today. "Speaking in front of you last night and seeing people upset was hard to see but from the bottom of my heart I'm sorry but I had to put my health first." He added: "To everyone in Manchester and Birmingham I'm deeply sorry but I am unfortunately going to have to cancel my shows there this weekend. "I have contracted a respiratory infection and have been instructed to go on a strict 48 hour voice rest by the doctor to ensure no further damage to my vocal chords. "I've been having the best time on this tour and I'm so sorry to let my fans down, I'm hoping to be fighting fit in a few days to finish this amazing 15 year celebratory tour with a bang." Murs previously apologised for walking off stage in a video on his Instagram story and said he would be seeing a doctor soon. He is due to perform at London's O2 on Sunday as part of his 15 Years Of Hits – Live 2025 tour, during which he has performed alongside special guest Blue on selected dates. This summer he will perform in cities and towns including Bristol, Reading and Lincoln. Murs said all fans who bought tickets to the cancelled shows will be "refunded directly from their point of purchase". Article continues below "This will happen automatically over the next week," he said.
