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The Guardian
2 days ago
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- 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.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Oceanco's New 364-Foot Megayacht Is One of Its Largest Vessels Yet
Oceanco's newest fleet member is one for the books. The simply named Y726 measures an imposing 364 feet, making it one of the largest vessels the Dutch shipyard has built to date. The newly launched megayacht will embark on sea trials in the coming months before it is officially delivered later this year, according to a statement shared by Oceanco on Saturday. More from Robb Report An Ultra-Modern Home on a Rare Double Lot in L.A.'s Silver Lake Lists for $3.8 Million An Abraham Lincoln-Signed Copy of the 13th Amendment Could Fetch $12 Million at Auction This Swinging Laurel Canyon Abode Has Hosted Everyone From Mick Jagger to a 1980s Bond Girl Commissioned in 2022 by an experienced yachter and loyal Oceanco client, the custom cruiser showcases a striking exterior by Espen Øino International and an upscale interior by Mark Berryman Design. The naval architecture was executed by Lateral Naval Architects, the Oceanco team, and the owner's long-time yachting representative, Dan Jackson, of Falcon Yacht Management. 'This project is the result of bold design ambition and robust engineering,' Lateral's programme director, Lee Archer, said in a statement. 'Through close collaboration with Oceanco and the project's design partners, Y726 stands as a testament not only to engineering enabling design at the highest level, but also to the power of collaboration as a catalyst for excellence.' Y726 has a beam of roughly 52 feet and an impressive displacement of 4,550 GT, meaning it ranks as one of the biggest Oceanco yachts by volume. The largest motor yacht in the Dutch yard's fleet is Infinity. Delivered in 2022, the epic 384-footer has a beam of 53 feet and a volume of 4,978 GT. Y726 is big, but Infinity is bigger. Oceanco is also behind the tallest sailing ship in the world, the 417-foot Koru, which reportedly belongs to billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Y726 offers more than just an incredible amount of space, of course. The newcomer is brimming with lavish amenities. The light and airy interior features a cinema lounge, a gym, a spa with sauna and steam room, and a beach club with a bar that opens directly onto the outdoor swim platform. The exterior is also home to an idyllic winter garden, a covered cocktail area, an outdoor cinema, a private owner's area with a Jacuzzi, and a multi-purpose entertainment zone with another Jacuzzi and a swimming pool. To top it off, the megayacht offers swish accommodations for up to 28 guests and 34 crew. 'From the outset, Y726 has benefited from a deeply collaborative, trusting, and positive spirit,' adds Oceanco's project director, Edske Smit. 'She is set to be a standout addition to the Oceanco fleet, and we're grateful for the strong partnerships with our co-makers, design team, and the owner's team that brought this vision to life.' As we said, Y726 is one for the books. Best of Robb Report The 2024 Chevy C8 Corvette: Everything We Know About the Powerful Mid-Engine Beast The World's Best Superyacht Shipyards The ABCs of Chartering a Yacht Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
7 days ago
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1344 Maltman Avenue in Photos
More from Robb Report An Ultra-Modern Home on a Rare Double Lot in L.A.'s Silver Lake Lists for $3.8 Million This Swinging Laurel Canyon Abode Has Hosted Everyone From Mick Jagger to a 1980s Bond Girl French Artist Claire Tabouret's Hand-Painted Home in L.A. Lists for $3 Million Best of Robb Report The 10 Priciest Neighborhoods in America (And How They Got to Be That Way) In Pictures: Most Expensive Properties Click here to read the full article. The modern property sits on a rare double lot in the hilly neighborhood. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame mountain views in the living room. The open-tread staircase adds interest to the dining room. Custom cabinets, a glass back splash, and an oversize island anchor the kitchen. One of two primary suites in the main residence. The bedroom opens up completely to a central courtyard with a water feature. One of the primary bathrooms. The den opens to a covered deck with an outdoor kitchen. Hedges provide privacy around the pool and spa. A spacious covered patio. The rooftop lounge is covered in turf. A detached ADU can serve as a guest suite or a creative studio. Solar panels defray energy costs. The home wraps around a grassy courtyard.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
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7495 Mulholland Drive in Photos
More from Robb Report This Swinging Laurel Canyon Abode Has Hosted Everyone From Mick Jagger to a 1980s Bond Girl French Artist Claire Tabouret's Hand-Painted Home in L.A. Lists for $3 Million A Perfectly Preserved 1960 Richard Neutra Masterpiece in L.A. Hits the Market for $8 Million Best of Robb Report The 10 Priciest Neighborhoods in America (And How They Got to Be That Way) In Pictures: Most Expensive Properties Click here to read the full article. Irregular flagstone floor tiles ground the home's whimsical curves. The slightly sunken living room. A freestanding fireplace serves as the centerpiece of the open-plan living space. The built-in dining area. A small pass-through is ideal for casual snacks. The kitchen. One of the three bedrooms has been converted into an office. Glass slider open the room to the pool area. The primary bedroom includes hidden storage. The primary bath. A separate W.C. is paneled in wood with dramatic underlighting. A secondary bedroom. The almost entirely black second bath The pool takes up most of the yard. But there's still room for an outdoor dining spot and a fire pit.
The Courier
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Courier
Hysteria and Satisfaction when Rolling Stones performed in Dundee in 1965
Screaming, fainting and sobbing teenagers caused pandemonium when the Rolling Stones performed in Dundee in June 1965. The Marryat Hall was turned into a casualty station. Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, Bill Wyman and Charlie Watts could barely hear themselves play and dodged stuffed toys of all shapes and sizes. It made national headlines. The Stones were the band of the moment following the release of (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction, which dominated the airwaves in the summer of 1965. The band first played the Caird Hall a year earlier. Albert Bonici and co-promoter Andi Lothian booked the Stones to join the bill of a pop package tour which was headlined by Freddie and the Dreamers. The Stones performed at 6.30pm and 8.50pm on on May 20 1964. The band returned to Scotland for a headline tour in June 1965 which included dates at Glasgow's Odeon, Edinburgh's Usher Hall and Aberdeen's Capitol Theatre. They received 40% of the gross box office and 'no less than £750 per venue'. Everyone wanted to see them. Four Dunfermline schoolgirls skipped lessons after the Edinburgh show. Hitchhiking 23 miles to the Gleneagles Hotel where the band were staying, they managed to meet the Stones and get autographs and souvenirs. Next stop was Aberdeen. You can't always get what you want, it's true, but the Stones did when they enjoyed a hearty meal of sausages, eggs, bacon and chips in Laurencekirk. The fry-up at a country pub prompted Jagger to sing a song for the locals. 'We had a great meal on the way up,' said Jagger. 'Laurencekirk, I think it was. 'And the people were very nice.' They returned to Gleneagles before the two shows at the Caird Hall. Tickets were priced from five shillings to 15 shillings. The Stones chose the supporting acts and were backed by The Hollies, Doris Troy, Johnny Cannon and the Shades, and the West Five. Before the gig they were taken to Broughty Ferry for a photo shoot for Romeo and Jackie teen girl magazines in the grounds of the Taypark Hotel. The band members were all clad in suits. The two shows at 6.30pm and 8.45pm were attended by 3,500 fans. The Stones were drinking bottles of Coke backstage. They played for 30 minutes. Songs included Not Fade Away, It's All Over Now and The Last Time, although little could be heard because the screaming was so loud. Jagger and his bandmates thought a young fan had fallen from the balcony during the show when an enormous cloth gonk was hurled on to the stage. In fact, it was a gift from Jean Gracie from Dundee and Ann Brown from Monifieth. The Stones brought the girls backstage during the interval. They were photographed by The Courier for the following morning's paper. It was the calm before the storm. The screaming reached a crescendo at the second show. The teenybop adulation threatened to become overwhelming. Hundreds of hysterical teenage girls attempted to break the cordon of police and 50 stewards which were made up of amateur boxers and wrestlers. However, one girl got through. Jessie Noble from Fintry raced past Wyman and Jones to the centre of the stage. She threw her arms around Jagger and started hugging and kissing him. Two burly stewards dragged her to the wings. 'I kissed Mick,' she said. 'I touched him and hugged him.' There was a short spell of peace. Then it was back to the yelling, stamping, screaming and fainting again. Jessie broke through the cordon a second time. She was promptly carted out again. The Courier said the floor of the hall became a battlefield. The screaming girl fans stood on seats and chanted: 'Mick! Mick! Mick!' Rooster-strutting Jagger looked in his element on stage and the cheering got louder when he took his jacket off and threatened to throw it to the audience. Red Cross workers had stationed themselves around the hall. Forty 'hysterical and fainting girls' were carried to the Marryat Hall. They were laid out on blankets, then revived and treated at the scene. One girl who collapsed unconscious was taken to Dundee Royal Infirmary for treatment after attendants worked unsuccessfully for half an hour to revive her. Maureen Rooney of Mid Craigie was suffering from 'acute hysteria'. She regained consciousness and was sent home. Other teenagers attempted to reach the stage but were held back by stewards. After the final song, many girls, who were still in the venue, were sobbing with disappointment because the band had left the stage. The fans left behind a litter of dolls, papers, autograph books and sweets. There were a number of broken seats. A car was waiting for the band in Castle Street. The Stones drove back to Gleneagles. A policeman grabbed a girl who attempted to throw herself in front of the car. Jagger defended the group's followers after the Dundee gig. 'The fans don't mean to break the seats,' he said. Afterwards, the band flew back to London from Renfrew Airport without Jagger. He spent the weekend in Scotland with 19-year-old girlfriend Christine Shrimpton. They visited Fort William, Oban and Loch Lomond. Jagger and Shrimpton stayed in the Loch Lomond Hotel. They flew back to London before the band went on tour to Scandinavia. The Stones never returned to Dundee. However, Bill Wyman did. He left the Stones in 1993 and later formed Bill Wyman's Rhythm Kings. Wyman returned to the Caird Hall with his new band in February 2008. There was also an equally famous 'what if?' Charlie Watts might have performed at the Dundee Jazz Festival. He put together his own 33-piece extra-big band in 1985 featuring many of the biggest stars of British jazz – including Jimmy Deuchar from Dundee. Deuchar stayed in Barnhill. Watts described him as 'quite brilliant' and 'probably the best writer in the band'. The friendship almost brought the Stones drummer back to Dundee. Alan Steadman was the organiser of Dundee Jazz Festival. He tried to persuade Watts to join the bill. The plan never came to fruition, though, and Steadman was left waiting on a friend.
