JLS reveal secret friendship with global pop superstar as they hint at new music plans
WITH JLS's UK arena tour kicking off on November 6, there was no better warm-up than in front of 80,000 people at Capital's Summertime Ball.
8
JLS's UK arena tour will kick off on November 6
8
JLS have worked with pop superstar Mariah Carey before
Credit: Getty
'It blasted off the cobwebs,' JB told me backstage as I joined the lads afterwards.
Marvin added: 'People have always known that we bring high-energy shows. We don't want that to slow down. When people buy a ticket to our JLS tour, they know they're going to get 150 per cent from the four of us.
'The energy was incredible, and that will be the same and more when we're on tour in November.'
They begin their 16-date The Club Is Alive: 2025 Hits Tour in Glasgow in less than five months.
READ MORE ON JLS
During the trek, JLS will become part of the 21 club at London's O2 Arena on November 28 and 29.
It means they will join acts including Prince, Kylie Minogue and
'For me it's a blessing,' Oritse said. 'My birthday is the day before so this is the best gift ever.'
JB added: 'It's beyond my wildest dreams. We never thought we would be in this position.
Most read in Bizarre
'We don't even know how it happened. We did the X Factor tour and now we're here.'
For the series of gigs, the band are handing over control to their fans, with special guest Example performing before them every night.
Watch shock moment Aston from JLS offers to suck man's TOES
Oritse said: 'There are loads of unheard songs but there is music from our albums which we haven't performed.'
Marvin continued: 'We always say, 'Never say never to new music,' but at the minute, we're focused on the tour.
'We are asking the fans to tell us what they want us to perform on tour. They will choose the set list.'
As I said goodbye on Sunday, I jokingly asked the lads where they got ready for the Summertime Ball, after Mariah Carey took up nearly every backstage room.
And it seems she is a JLS fan, with JB telling me: 'We've worked with Mariah before.
'She's like, 'The JLS boys, they're all right'.
'It was us and Will Smith. and We got dressing rooms next door to her.'
8
The Sun's Ellie meeting JLS
Credit: Supplied
Saturdays night fever
THE stars were out in force at Wembley, with Frankie Bridge,
But while Billie and her kids made the most of the buckets of free popcorn and pick 'n' mix, Saturdays singer Frankie was up on her feet dancing with pals.
8
Saturdays singer Frankie was up on her feet dancing with pals at Wembley
Credit: instagram.com/frankiebridge
And when JLS came on stage, Frankie was the first in the VIP area to get up to show support for
An onlooker told me: 'Frankie danced non-stop during JLS' set and had her own little dance routine for Beat Again.'
In Global's VIP area, ex-footballer
'Crouchy was doing more than the robot,' one of my pals told me.
'He was really giving it some welly.'
I expect Pete to bring the same moves to Worthy Farm next week when we all head down to Glastonbury.
That man loves to party.
Rita is balling
THE warm weather at the Summertime Ball was made for Rita Ora – who sang her new single Heat live in the UK for the first time.
She joked backstage: 'Heat is very convenient because it's boiling hot out there. I've seen sweaty people and that's exactly what I want to see.'
8
Rita Ora sang her new single Heat live in the UK for the first time
Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
8
The warm weather at the Summertime Ball was made for Rita
Credit: Shutterstock Editorial
Rita was joined on the line-up by Will Smith.
After her performance, she said that he had become a mentor in her acting career.
She added: 'I think me and Will are on a spiritual journey because we are everywhere at the same time.
'I'm actually just so inspired by him in the sense of filmmaking and movies. That's a big part of my growth.
'I ask him a lot of questions about that.'
Bootlegs need new Macca
IF you're a big fan of The Beatles and look and sound like
The Bootleg Beatles the UK's No1 tribute band to the Fab Four, have announced they are looking for a new frontman.
8
The Bootleg Beatles are the UK's No1 tribute band to the Fab Four
Credit: Rex
In an ad posted online, the group revealed they need a new Macca, adding: 'Must have the look, the voice, the bass guitar skills and availability for full-time touring.'
It's a race against time for the group to find their new main man too, as the Bootleg Beatles are heading to Glastonbury the weekend after next.
They will play the Acoustic Stage on Sunday from 8pm for an hour – and will be using a stand-in if they are unable to find their Paul.
I've no doubt they'll be looking Here, There And Everywhere for the replacement.
Don't Let Me Down, lads.
Bieber: I know I am broken
JUSTIN Bieber has hit out at those who say he needs to 'heal' after a series of strange online posts.
And he insists he has been trying to get his life together for years.
8
Justin Bieber has insisted that he has been trying to get his life together for years
Credit: Getty
In an emotional post on Instagram yesterday, Justin said: 'People keep telling me to heal. Don't you think if I could have fixed myself I would have already?
'I know I'm broken. I know I have anger issues.
'I tried to do the work my whole life to be like the people who told me I needed to be fixed like them. And it just keeps making me more tired and more angry.
'The harder I try to grow, the more focused on myself I am.
'Jesus is the only person who keeps me wanting to make my life about others because honestly, I'm exhausted with thinking about myself lately, aren't you?'
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Irish Sun
an hour ago
- The Irish Sun
Huge US TV star goes unnoticed running errands in London – would you have recognised her?
ONE of the biggest names in Hollywood almost went unnoticed as she ran errands in London's Trafalgar Square. Vanessa Williams is currently in London starring as the fictional fashion editor Miranda Priestly in the West End production of The Devil Wears Prada. 4 Vanessa Williams was spotted walking around London today Credit: Splash 4 The actress stopped to pose for photos with fans Credit: Splash 4 Vanessa looked stylish in wide-leg trousers and platform heels Credit: Splash The former Miss America, 62, was spotted looking very chic on the warm London day with a thick ponytail and wearing a black t-shirt tucked into wide-leg, white trousers. Vanessa completed the stylish look with black platform heels. She carried a black fringe bag and stopped for selfies for the few fans who recognised her near the famous London landmark. The vanessa williams The musical based on the bestselling novel and blockbuster film, tells the story of an aspiring journalist who lands a job at Runway magazine. Vanessa debuted in the role when the musical opened in London 's West End on October 24, 2024 . The music in the show is composed by none, other than Sir Elton John. However, Vanessa's time in London has not Most read in Showbiz She revealed in January that her mother died in the English capital after making the trip to watch her perform. Vanessa cited a 'major decline in health ' as the cause of her mother's death. Huge US TV star goes unnoticed running errands in London - would you have recognised her Sharing a statement to her Instagram with the sad news, she told fans: "On December 28th, the world lost a powerhouse, dynamo and force of nature packed into a 5ft frame. "Our mom, Helen Williams, aka Gaga to many, took her final bow in London 20 days after celebrating her 85th birthday surrounded by family and friends. "It's impossible to describe all she meant to everyone because each person saw a different facet of her. Loyal friend to many, icy stares to a chosen few." In 2012 Vanessa and her mother co-authored a book together, titled 'You Have No Idea: A Famous Daughter, Her No-nonsense Mother, and How They Survived Pageants, Hollywood , Love, Loss'. 4 Vanessa is currently starring in The Devil Wears Prada musical on London's West End Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
2 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Paul Mescal spotted on date with Gracie Abrams ahead of her Glastonbury set next week
IT seems that actor Paul Mescal and singer Gracie Abrams are enjoying some low-key dates before heading to Glastonbury Festival next week. I can reveal that the pair have been making the most of the heatwave in London by having picnics in North London's Highbury Fields this week. 4 Paul and Gracie have been spotted making the most of the heatwave in London Credit: Sun On Sunday 4 The couple were spotted on a picnic in a park in London Credit: Sun On Sunday 4 Gracie will play Glastonbury next week Credit: Getty An onlooker said: 'Paul and Gracie were definitely making the most of the warm weather by hanging out with pals in the park. 'Paul was bounding around the park and clearly loving the long summer nights. 'But it was a bit awkward when Paul forgot his bottle opener and had to ask a nearby group if he could use one to open his drink. 'They looked super loved-up and Paul couldn't resist taking a picture of the sunset on his phone to capture the moment.' More on Paul Mescal Their picnics and drinks in the park come after Most read in Celebrity An insider said: "Obviously there weren't really gyms around in the Sixties. 'The Beatles weren't dead-lifting between gigs. The New Beatles Biopic Movies: Star-Studded Cast Revealed 'Macca was always pretty lean and flexible — he has always been really into yoga — but this is a very different aesthetic to that of a burly gladiator, and Paul has been keeping his body pretty ripped, even after filming stopped. 'Sir Paul McCartney is also famously a vegetarian, whereas Paul mainly lives on a high protein steak, chicken and eggs diet. 'There also weren't whey protein shakes back in the Beatles' day." 4 Paul is also preparing for a huge gig after being cast as Sir Paul McCartney Credit: Alamy
The Irish Sun
2 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Zara McDermott says she's ‘taking a step back' from ‘negative' social media amid Sam Thompson online abuse
ZARA McDermott is taking a hiatus from social media to focus on making a new documentary about family violence. The former Love Island star announced her break from socials just days after ex Sam Thompson Advertisement 3 Zara McDermott is taking a break from social medi Credit: Getty 3 It comes days after her ex Sam Thompson (L) ran into her new boyfriend Louis Tomlinson during a training session ahead of Soccer Aid 2025 Credit: Getty She split from Made In Chelsea star, Sam, earlier this year after five years together and was spotted with the One Direction singer in March. Zara took to her Instagram stories to update her fans and explain why she was stepping away from social media for a short while. "I also just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who messaged me with regards to the story I posted the other day," she began. "If you didn't see it; I spoke about developing my next documentary and how I've been thinking of how to create a project about domestic abuse, coercive control and tech abuse." Advertisement zara mcdermott Zara revealed she had received thousands of message from people who had stories to share and she was still going through them. "But I wanted to say the biggest thank you ever. It's so nice speaking to you all because I've definitely taken a bit of a step back from socials to focus on my documentaries and other work just focusing on being more present recently," she explained. The TV star added: "Social media feels quite heavy and a negative space sometimes... so to be able to feel like we can work together to do something super positive is a great feeling. thank you again. forever grateful to all of you who continue to support the work i do. it really means SO much." Her post comes just days after Sam and Louis came face to face while representing England in the charity football match, Soccer Aid. Advertisement Most read in Showbiz The pair had already last week, prior to Sam pulling out of the gam e due to injury and later attended the same pre-game dinner. Both men looked relaxed this evening as they milled around their hotel with fellow squad members. Zara has already ruled herself out of attending the star-studded match. Advertisement He said: 'I did a small talk in front of everyone, which was terrifying, and I maintain I think it's the most important thing I've done in my 32 years of life. 'I really do believe that. Getting to go to Guatemala to see what UNICEF do on the ground is just life-changing.' 3 Zara and Sam dated for five years Credit: Getty
