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The Guardian
2 hours ago
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- The Guardian
Dua Lipa review – dance-pop icon keeps the energy hotter than hell
Call it temperature-induced delirium, but when Dua Lipa kicks off her first stadium headline show the crowd is strangely mute. As slow-motion images of crashing waves appear on the screens, augmented by a sound bath-esque drone, the effect it has on the sweltering cauldron in north-west London is close to trance-like. When Lipa finally pops up, standing statuesque at the top of an infinity symbol-shaped stage and resplendent in a white crystal leotard, everyone quickly surrenders to the heat. It's a white-hot start, too. Despite relatively lacklustre sales of her third album, last year's Radical Optimism, its second single, Training Season, whips up an early frenzy as 12 dancers spread themselves across the stage, a stomping Lipa inspecting them like a drill sergeant. By the time her house-y Calvin Harris collaboration, One Kiss, arrives, there's a danger of peaking too soon. The mood momentarily flatlines, however, when Lipa ventures off stage to talk to people in the front row. Giving off strong kids' TV presenter vibes she asks each hysterical fan the same question – 'What's your name and are you having a nice time?' – before signing various copies of her album as 70,000 people check their phones. Things are forgiven quickly with the help of an elegant These Walls, performed at the end of a jutting-out runway encircled by her band, before a rare outing is given to early single, the appropriately titled Hotter Than Hell. After she teases a special guest – a hero, a British legend, a 'one of one' – confused faces greet Jay Kay from Jamiroquai as he glides onstage in a puce hat and matching strides. But as the pair rattle through Virtual Insanity the connection makes sense; Cosmic Girl and Canned Heat would have made excellent Lipa singles. From there it's a gallop through some of recent pop's hardiest bangers – Electricity, Be the One, a delirious Physical complete with mock exercise video intro – all performed with Dua's unique rasp and occasionally rigid but refreshingly old-school superstar steeliness. By the encore, complete with a pummelling remix of New Rules that briefly crashes into the electronic duo Bicep's breakbeat heater Glue, and Don't Start Now's glorious kiss-off, Lipa's a sweaty mess like the rest of us. As confetti cannons, streamers and fireworks erupt, Lipa looks ready to plummet into those crashing waves herself.
Scottish Sun
15 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Dua Lipa follows in her idol Madonna's footsteps to headline career defining gig at Wembley Stadium
Just five other female artists have headlined at Wembley MADGE OF HONOUR Dua Lipa follows in her idol Madonna's footsteps to headline career defining gig at Wembley Stadium Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SINGER Dua Lipa has emulated her idol Madonna by playing Wembley Stadium at the age of 29. The superstar last night kicked off the first of two sold-out gigs at the 90,000-capacity venue. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Dua Lipa has emulated her idol Madonna by playing Wembley Stadium at the age of 29 Credit: Getty 4 Madonna was also 29 when she headlined Wembley in 1987 as part of her Who's That Girl Tour Credit: Redferns 4 It caps a meteoric rise for Dua, whose first UK gig was at a 375-people capacity venue in Hackney nine years ago. She is the same age as Madonna was when she headlined Wembley in 1987 as part of her Who's That Girl Tour. Just five other women — Beyonce, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Adele and Pink — have headlined the venue. Only Swift and Rihanna were younger than Dua, both performing there aged 28. Adele was also 29, tying with Dua as the youngest-ever Brit. An insider told The Sun: 'Playing Wembley is a dream come true for Dua and to sell out both nights feels incredible. She's not even at the peak yet and has so much more she wants to achieve. 'To be headlining stadiums with just three albums under her belt proves how influential her music has been. Her world tour has been a huge success. She's on cloud nine.' Fans had been camping outside in North West London since Thursday to see her on the Radical Optimism Tour. Last night, Dua opened with 2024 hit Training Season, and went on to perform her four UK No 1 singles New Rules, One Kiss, Cold Heart and Dance The Night. Dua's family and actor fiancé Callum Turner were also there. From cheeky topless snaps to Dua Lipa's beach break & luxury £3,600 a NIGHT villas - inside globe-trotting stars' super glam Easter getaways She was 17 when she was discovered by former manager Ben Mawson — telling him she aspired to be in the same league as Madonna. He said: 'There was something about the way she said it that made me believe her. 'It was about her personality, her charisma, her competitiveness and her drive — and that came across. Dua's got it all.' Madonna appeared on a 2020 remix of her song Levitating. Dua recalled: 'I was talking with my manager and I was like, 'You know who'd sound really good on this? Madonna.' 'And he said, 'We could send it to her and see if she likes it.' She responded and she was so down. 'I couldn't believe that she wanted to do this record with me. I'm such a fan. It was really exciting.'
The Irish Sun
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Dua Lipa follows in her idol Madonna's footsteps to headline career defining gig at Wembley Stadium
SINGER Dua Lipa has emulated her idol Madonna by playing Wembley Stadium at the age of 29. Advertisement 4 Dua Lipa has emulated her idol Madonna by playing Wembley Stadium at the age of 29 Credit: Getty 4 Madonna was also 29 when she headlined Wembley in 1987 as part of her Who's That Girl Tour Credit: Redferns 4 It caps a meteoric rise for She is the same age as Madonna was when she headlined Wembley in 1987 as part of her Just five other women — Beyonce, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Adele and Pink — have headlined the venue. Only Swift and Rihanna were younger than Dua, both performing there aged 28. Advertisement Read More on DUA LIPA Adele was also 29, tying with Dua as the youngest-ever Brit. An insider told The Sun: 'Playing Wembley is a dream come true for Dua and to sell out both nights feels incredible. She's not even at the peak yet and has so much more she wants to achieve. 'To be headlining stadiums with just three albums under her belt proves how influential her music has been. Her world tour has been a huge success. She's on cloud nine.' Fans had been camping outside in North West London since Thursday to see her on the Radical Optimism Tour. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Last night, Dua opened with 2024 hit Training Season, and went on to perform her four UK No 1 singles New Rules, One Kiss, Cold Heart and Dance The Night. Dua's family and actor fiancé Callum Turner were also there. From cheeky topless snaps to Dua Lipa's beach break & luxury £3,600 a NIGHT villas - inside globe-trotting stars' super glam Easter getaways She was 17 when she was discovered by former manager Ben Mawson — telling him she aspired to be in the same league as Madonna. He said: 'There was something about the way she said it that made me believe her. Advertisement 'It was about her personality, her charisma, her competitiveness and her drive — and that came across. Dua's got it all.' Madonna appeared on a 2020 remix of her song Levitating. Dua recalled: 'I was talking with my manager and I was like, 'You know who'd sound really good on this? Madonna.' 'And he said, 'We could send it to her and see if she likes it.' She responded and she was so down. Advertisement 'I couldn't believe that she wanted to do this record with me. I'm such a fan. It was really exciting.' 4 Just five other women — Beyonce, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Adele and Pink — have headlined the venue Credit: PA:Press Association
Yahoo
13-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Dua Lipa & Fiance Callum Turner Have ‘Two-And-A-Half Week' Dating Rule
Dua Lipa is finally letting the world in on her romance with now-fiancé, Callum Turner, as she opened up about their relationship in a recent interview. The singer initially sparked dating rumors with the British actor in January 2024. While Lipa has continued to give glimpses of her loved-up moments with Turner, she still kept her relationship dynamics low-key. Now, the singer has finally given some insight into their love story and even revealed that she broke her dating rule. Dua Lipa recently got candid about breaking her dating rule with her fiancé, Callum Turner, during her Antipodean tour. In an interview with British Vogue, the 29-year-old revealed that despite their busy schedules, she and her beau have a 'two-and-a-half week rule.' This means that the lovebirds won't be apart for longer than this duration. However, the rule was broken when she embarked on the Australia and New Zealand leg of her Radical Optimism Tour. Lipa and Turner had to break that dating rule during her Antipodean tour. The couple were apart for three weeks instead and found it 'very hard.' During the interview, Lipa also confirmed her engagement to Turner. The revelation came after months of speculation about the 'Levitating' hitmaker's relationship status. In December last year, Lipa sparked engagement rumors after flaunting a stunning rock on her ring finger as she marked the 'last days of 2024.' While the ring caught everyone's eyes, Lipa never publicly confirmed her engagement to Turner until now. The musician told British Vogue that she is indeed engaged to the 35-year-old British star. Lipa gushed and said that it is 'very exciting.' Meanwhile, the lovebirds have yet to set the date for their wedding. Lipa shared that there are no plans at the moment as she wants to finish her tour, while Turner has also been shooting. Nonetheless, the 'Training Season' crooner added, 'We're just enjoying this period.' Originally reported by Shriya Swami on Reality Tea. The post Dua Lipa & Fiance Callum Turner Have 'Two-And-A-Half Week' Dating Rule appeared first on Mandatory.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Dua Lipa Confirms 'Exciting' Engagement to Callum Turner, Says She's 'Obsessed' with the Ring
During an interview with British Vogue, Dua Lipa confirmed that she's engaged to Callum Turner "It's nice to know the person that you're going to spend the rest of your life with knows you very well," the singer told the outlet The couple sparked romance rumors in January 2024. Meanwhile, speculation that the pair got engaged began after Lipa shared a photo of herself via Instagram on Christmas Eve 2024 wearing a diamond ring on that finger on her left handDua Lipa has found the one! The singer, 29, confirmed her engagement to actor Callum Turner, 35, during a recent interview with British Vogue. 'Yeah, we're engaged. It's very exciting," Lipa told a reporter from the outlet over dinner. She added that her engagement ring was made after Turner consulted her best friends and her sister. 'I'm obsessed with it. It's so me," Lipa said. "It's nice to know the person that you're going to spend the rest of your life with knows you very well.' For now, the couple are enjoying their engagement and haven't started wedding planning just yet. 'I want to finish my tour, Callum's shooting, so we're just enjoying this period," Lipa said. "I've never been someone who's really thought about a wedding, or dreamt about what kind of bride I would be. All of a sudden I'm like: 'Oh, what would I wear?' ' is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! It wasn't until the "Training Season" singer got engaged herself that she "really understood the weight of it'. 'This decision to grow old together, to see a life and just, I don't know, be best friends forever – it's a really special feeling," she said. Lipa and Turner sparked romance rumors in January 2024 when they were first spotted together at the Masters of Air afterparty following its London premiere. Turner, who stars in the Apple TV+ drama series, was captured in a video slow dancing with Lipa. Since then, the couple has maintained a low profile but have still been seen with one another on various occasions, including dinner and industry events. The two made their relationship Instagram official in July 2024 after the Grammy winner snuck in two sweet pics with her beau in a carousel from the 2024 Glastonbury Festival, where she performed. In one image, Turner was seen kissing the singer's head with his arm around her shoulders, while another showed the couple engaged in a lively chat while laying on the ground. Lipa and Turner rang in the new year with a celebratory kiss, a photo of which was included in an Instagram carousel posted by the singer. "Danced our way into the new year!!! HELLO 2025!!!!🍸🍸🍸🍸🍸," Lipa wrote in the caption. "Only took me a couple days to resurrect blaaaady ellllll but here we areeee." On Christmas Eve, Lipa ignited speculation over whether or not the couple had gotten engaged after she shared photos of herself on Instagram wearing a diamond ring on her lefthand ring finger. While posting photos at Paris Fashion Week on Jan. 28, the pop star hid her left hand underneath her dramatic cape. Lipa didn't completely conceal her ring, however, as her gold band was caught when she removed her cape and posed for cameras outside the show, and was spotted in one of the photos she shared on Instagram. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Lipa has continued to post photos of her rocking the ring in loved-up posts with Turner and has been seen wearing it onstage in Europe while performing her Radical Optimism Tour. Lipa and Turner made their red carpet debut as a couple at the 2025 Met Gala in May. Read the original article on People
