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IOL News
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Favourite Person - a love story no one saw coming
Favourite Person by Cameron Emmanuel featuring Lequicia Astrid will be released on streaming platforms on June 27, 2025. WHEN Cameron Emmanuel first wrote Favourite Person, it wasn't meant for the woman he would one day propose to. It was one of several tracks inspired by a different season of his life. But fate has a way of flipping the script. Today, Favourite Person is the soundtrack of a real love story, one that started in a studio and led to a proposal. It's the debut single from Cameron Emmanuel featuring Lequicia Astrid - a heartfelt Afropop duet born out of serendipity, shared pain, and an unexpected turn of events. Cameron grew up surrounded by music. He was raised on the melodies of the Bee Gees, the Beatles, and Simon & Garfunkel. He picked up a guitar at just 8 years old, and by 16 was teaching himself keys while watching Idols SA and admiring artists like Khaya Mthethwa, who would later become a mentor and collaborator.
Daily Mirror
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
90s pop icon admits they lost out on Glastonbury performance for sad reason
Steps star Ian 'H' Watkins has revealed that the group was asked to perform with the Bee Gees at Glastonbury on the Pyramid stage but was unable to arrange the logistics in time Steps star Ian 'H' Watkins is one of the most memorable stars of the legendary 90's pop group who took the world by storm with a plethora of hits across the world. But now, it has come to light that there was one part of his pop career that he still holds a level of regret over - and that was missing out on performing at Glastonbury Festival. The group's song Tragedy attracted the attention of the organisers of Glastonbury which led to an invitation to perform at the sought after Pyramid stage. At the time, the hit song sold more than 1.2million copies in the UK. Speaking to Metro, the pop star explained: "The Bee Gees asked us to join them on stage. But it was a really late request, and we literally couldn't get it all together in time." He added: "Of course, some of them have passed away now, so that will never happen again. But that's another little jewel in the Steps crown." But with the group's musical Here and Now, which is set to tour around the UK ending up at London's West End, it seems the prospect of appearing on the bill of the iconic festival is clearly still on the group's mind. Ian continued: "We're the only ones, really, from that era that have all the original members and are still going, so it feels like we've earned our stripes by now." At the time of the height of his career, Ian explained that his sex life was the subject of interest among the media and felt unable to come out as gay. Recalling the moment he followed in the media footsteps of Stephen Gately and Will Young, who were revealed as gay, Ian said he received a phone call he had been desperate to avoid while on holiday. He told the publication: "They knew where I was, who I was with, and why I was there – I had a boyfriend." He added: "Immediately, I flew back from holiday, told my loved ones, told my family, told my parents, and then the next day, they didn't run the story, because I didn't give them quotes. But they threatened me for many years, and I felt like my coming out story was taken from me; my power was taken away, so it was a really emotional, dark time for me." But Ian was not alone. Boyzone star Stephen Gately and N'SYNC's Lance Bass was also struggling with press attention over their sexuality. Ian added: "If the press knew you were gay, it was a really tricky thing to be seen together or to even admit that you were friends with another closeted gay person." He then decided to forge firm friendships with his bandmates and other stars including Britany Spears. Ian continued: "All of her dancers were gay anyway. People thought I was dating Brittany a long time ago, but that obviously wasn't the case – that was strange."
Sinar Daily
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Sinar Daily
Disco fever set to take over KL with two nights of Bee Gees magic
Get ready to boogie down memory lane and groove to the iconic hits of the legendary Bee Gees. Bringing that iconic Bee Gees sound to life is the talented Saturday Night Bee Gees from the UK. - Photo by Milestone Production's management ARE you ready to relive the golden age of disco under the glittering lights of a spinning disco ball? Kuala Lumpur is about to turn up the groove as Saturday Night - Celebrating Bee Gees takes over Zepp Kuala Lumpur for two electrifying nights on July 31 and Aug 1, 2025. This high-energy tribute concert will transport audiences back to the era of bell-bottoms, big hair, and falsetto harmonies, celebrating the music of the five-time Grammy Award-winning Bee Gees. This upcoming concert dives headfirst into the Bee Gees' monumental discography spanning four decades. - Photo by Milestone Production's management Presented by Milestone Production, the concert promises a dazzling journey through the Bee Gees' iconic four-decade discography. From soulful early hits like Massachusetts and To Love Somebody to the pulsating energy of Jive Talkin, Stayin' Alive, and Night Fever, this show captures the very heartbeat of the disco era. The UK-based tribute band will bring the brothers' timeless sound to life with a six-piece ensemble renowned for their pitch-perfect harmonies and electric stage presence. Audiences can expect a night of nostalgia, complete with beloved hits such as How Deep Is Your Love, Tragedy, and You Win Again. It's more than a concert, it's an immersive experience filled with falsetto, funk, and feel-good vibes that will have you dancing from start to finish. Tickets for Saturday Night, Celebrating Bee Gees are on sale, priced range from RM198 (CAT C) to RM638 (Premium). - Photo by Milestone Production's management Tickets are now on sale, priced from RM198 (CAT C) to RM638 (Premium), with exclusive discounts of up to 25 per cent available for Maybank Cardmembers (terms and conditions apply). For a premium experience, Platinum Boxes for six guests are available at RM4,800. All ticket purchases are subject to a RM4 ticketing fee and RM10 transaction fee. Whether you're a lifelong fan or simply in the mood for a night of sparkling retro fun, this is one disco party you won't want to miss. More Like This
The Guardian
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Post your questions for music legend PP Arnold
She's the singer with iconic 60s hits such as The First Cut Is the Deepest and Angel of the Morning, who has been called on as a collaborator by some of the biggest names in British music. And as she gears up for a performance at this year's Glastonbury festival, PP Arnold will be answering your questions. Born into a family of gospel singers in Los Angeles, Arnold could have easily never ended up in music: by the age of 17 she was a mother-of-two in an abusive marriage. But she auditioned for Ike and Tina Turner and was hired as an Ikette, fleeing her husband to perform backing vocals on tour and in the studio, with Tina becoming a mentor. After the Turner band toured with the Rolling Stones in the UK in 1966, Arnold left and stuck around in England. The admiring Mick Jagger helped secure her a record contract, and she was quickly in the thick of swinging London as British pop and rock swept to cultural dominance. Arnold sang backing vocals on the Small Faces' Itchycoo Park and the band in turn backed her own studio recordings; she duetted with Rod Stewart on Come Home Baby; her backing band for a time were the Nice, featuring Keith Emerson; and the Bee Gees' Barry Gibb produced some of her work. Her debut album contained a cover of Cat Stevens' The First Cut Is the Deepest which many consider to be the definitive version, while the follow-up Kafunta – orchestrated by Led Zeppelin's John Paul Jones – contained another iconic cover, of Angel of the Morning, both British chart hits. Those would be her biggest solo successes, but Arnold remained rooted in the entertainment business, segueing to musical theatre and collaborating with Eric Clapton, Nick Drake and singing backing vocals on Peter Gabriel's megahit Sledgehammer. She was sought after in the 80s and 90s dance scene, doing vocals for the Beatmasters and Altern-8 and singing the hook of the KLF's 3am Eternal. She also partnered with Ocean Colour Scene and Primal Scream. Now 78, she has continued to release her own music – 2019 brought The New Adventures of... PP Arnold – and she will perform songs from her remarkable discography at Glastonbury's Acoustic stage on Sunday 29 June at 4pm. Before she does, she'll answer your questions – post them in the comments before 10am BST on Tuesday 24 June.
Rakyat Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Rakyat Post
Disco Fever Hits KL – Two Nights Of Non-Stop Bee Gees Hits With Saturday Night
Subscribe to our FREE Calling all night fever dreamers in Malaysia! Are you stayin' alive? Because the disco ball is spinning your way! From 31 July to 1 August 2025, Zepp Kuala Lumpur will transform into the ultimate throwback party zone for the Saturday Night – Celebrating Bee Gees – a dazzling two-night celebration of the 5-time Grammy Award-winning group – the Bee Gees! Proudly presented by Milestone Production, this upcoming concert dives headfirst into the Bee Gees' monumental discography spanning four decades. From early classics like 'Massachusetts' and 'To Love Somebody', to the funky fire of 'Jive Talkin'' and of course, the disco megahits like 'Stayin' Alive' and 'Night Fever'. This concert has got all the grooves to transport you straight into the disco era. Bringing that iconic Bee Gees sound to life is the talented Saturday Night Bee Gees from the UK. Over the years, this six-piece powerhouse has received rave reviews for their performances that perfectly capture the energy and essence of the original Gibb brothers with spine-tingling precision. Concertgoers can look forward to unforgettable renditions of hits like 'How Deep Is Your Love', 'You Win Again', 'Tragedy' and many more. It's a dance-filled night of falsetto, funk and full-on nostalgia you won't want to miss! Tickets for Saturday Night – Celebrating Bee Gees are on sale, ranging from RM198 (CAT C) to RM638 (Premium). Exclusively for Maybank Cardmembers: Enjoy up to 25% off on tickets when you pay with your Maybank card, T&C apply. Dates: 31 July & 1 August 2025 Venue: Zepp Kuala Lumpur Ticket Prices: Premium RM638 VIP RM538 CAT A RM398 CAT B RM298 CAT C RM198 Platinum Box RM4,800 for 6 pax *Ticket prices are subject to RM4 ticketing fee and RM10 transaction fee. For Platinum Box Booking, corporate packages or group/ disabled purchase: E-mail sha@ For more information, click Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
