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BBC News
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Glastonbury Festival: Five newcomers you don't want to miss
It's understandable. The main coverage of Glastonbury focuses on big names - which this year means a curious mix of ageing veterans and pop upstarts: Rod Stewart and Charli XCX; Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo; John Fogerty and also a lot of attention on the 56 slots marked "TBA". The rumour mill has gone into a frenzy, positing everyone from Haim (highly likely) to Pulp (also likely) to Lady Gaga (not a chance) and Daft Punk (because some Glastonbury traditions never die).But one of the best things about Glastonbury is stumbling across an act you've never heard of who instantly become your new that in mind, here's a guide to five of the most promising new acts on this year's bill... Watch them now, before they get too big. 1) Alessi Rose: A pop queen on the brink of stardom On 7 May, Alessi Rose wrapped up her first ever headline tour of the US, playing to 250 people at LA's Moroccan Lounge. Four days later she was in Milan, facing 70,000 people as the opening act on Dua Lipa's Radical Optimism tour."It was literally people as far as you could see," says the Derby-born singer. "It's always been my dream to play these massive, massive arenas - and, honestly, it's just an incomparable feeling."Rose only released her first single, the self-written and self-produced Say Ur Mine, two years ago. But her confessional lyrics and electrifying vocals have earned the 22-year-old a cult following amongst in-the-know fans of Taylor Swift and Gracie Abrams. "It's such a close-knit community," she says. "I think it's because of how I started as a complete unknown, producing music in my room. "There are songs I've released that were written on a live stream, where everyone was watching me and they know exactly who or what it's about. "I think it's nice to be let into that journey of having no connections to the music industry and kind of just, like, figuring it out and being pushy and eventually getting played on the radio."As an English Literature graduate, Rose pays particular attention to her lyrics. Her latest single, That Could Be Me, is all about fumbling the chance to declare her feelings, and watching her crush walk off with another girl."I missed every shot," she sings over a crunchy guitar riff. "And they ricocheted, now they're lodged in my brain.""I think it really captures that weird, angry tension you have when you really want someone that you can't have," she says. The song should be a highlight of the setlist when she opens the Other Stage on Saturday morning. "There's not gonna be a chill, nonchalant bone in my body that day," says Rose."My mum cried when she found out... and she's not crier. She was so happy, because she knows it's my dream festival." 2) MRCY's sun-baked soul anthems "Our sound is big," declares MRCY's Kojo Degraft-Johnson. "It's a big sound. It's a big vibe."The British duo may have formed during lockdown, but they've turned their live shows into life-affirming celebrations, with up to seven musicians onstage for every 2025 marks their Glastonbury debut, it's not quite their first rodeo. Johnson sang with Jungle when they headlined the West Holts Stage last year, while his bandmate Barney Lister is an award-nominated writer/producer for acts like Joy Crookes, Celeste, Olivia Dean and sound is stewed with the gritty '70s soul of Isaac Hayes and Marvin Gaye, offset by Johnson's stop-you-in-your-tracks vocals. "There's a feeling you get from soul that's a bit timeless, it taps into your nostalgia," says Lister. "When the world's gone crazy, soul music is a good escape."Like the artists who inspired them, the band aren't afraid to tackle pressing social issues in their music. On Man, Johnson sings about the perceived crisis of modern masculinity, delivering the compelling advice, "lead with light", over a funky, pan-African beat."It's partially about toxic masculinity," says the singer, "but it's also about taking a look at ourselves as human beings and asking, 'What are our intentions?'"We should be hyper aware of the of the darkness, but we should also try to live in light and move with positivity."That worldview suffuses their mellow, gossamer grooves; resulting in the band being championed by Elton John ("quite surreal") and music bible Rolling Stone, which called them "destined for greatness"."We've put a lot of love into our music," says Lister, "and playing at Glastonbury is going to be a real privilege. So you should definitely come." 3) Drum & bass thrill-seekers Koven Koven's Katie Boyle is a drum and bass DJ, but she's not like other drum and bass DJs. After pulling off the perfect mix behind her decks, she drops her headphones, runs to the front of the stage and starts singing live. It's a simple, but surprisingly uncommon, way of amping up the atmosphere. Katie's even built a custom DJ rack to make the transitions smoother - with Spice Girl Mel C asking to road-test the equipment for her own she discovered, there's a certain amount of skill required."I have to practice like crazy," says Katie. "I need to know my set from start to finish, and work out exactly when I need to get back to the decks to bring in the next tune."She rehearses obsessively at home, cueing up a song, then running into an adjacent room to sing, so she can't cheat on the mixes."My neighbours love it," she laughs. "No complaints yet, anyway."All the effort has paid off. Koven have become one of the circuit's most sought-after acts, with a stirring set of euphoric, forward-thinking dance anthems like In Your Arms, About Me and Chase The year, they have one of the most coveted dance slots of the weekend - playing at 23:00 on the Lonely Hearts Stage. It's a sign of how far the duo have risen since 2022, when they were scheduled against Diana Ross's Sunday afternoon performance on the Pyramid Stage."Sunday afternoon's a tough slot for dance music in general," recalls Katie. "I was really surprised, 'cos we did have a good turnout, but let's just say the energy levels weren't what we're used to."If you turn up for their set on Saturday, there's one way to make it even more special for Katie: Bring along a picture of a happy dog."I've had that on my rider for so long, but no-one really ever delivers it," she laughs. "So when they do, it's really, really sweet." 4) Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso's irreverent Latin fusion Until last year, Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso were largely a regional act. Their life-affirming blend of trap, rock, underground electronica and Latin jazz earned them a huge fanbase in their home city of Buenos Aires, but they were virtually unknown elsewhere. Then they were invited to play one of National Public Radio's influential Tiny Desk concerts. Within a week, their Spotify page went from 3,000 daily streams to 220,000. Now they're playing Glastonbury's third-biggest stage, West Holts, on Friday last six months "have been crazy," they say. "We knew the Tiny Desk concert would give us visibility, but never expected to impact our lives in the way it happened."The band address the phenomenon on their recent song Impostor, which reflects on the anxiety of building on that momentum, and the understandable onset of impostor syndrome."Like we say in the song, 'el Tiny Desk nos jodió' (Tiny Desk screwed us), but in a good way," they laugh."We really had music producers come at us and [promise] us all kinds of things if we do things by the playbook: Learn English, write catchy hooks and songs, go more pop, change the way we look, hit the gym..."Wisely, the two childhood friends stuck to their guns. Audience numbers might have ballooned, but their music still has the raw, irreverent energy that propelled them to fame."We get bored easily, so we try new things all the time and we love to make the audience crazy," they promise of their Glastonbury debut. And, with their set ending at 2pm, they've got the rest of the weekend to explore the festival's many offerings."People told us that Glastonbury is like a whole different world, a 72-hour long party – that's the kind of stuff we like. "It has lots of stages and hidden stories and we hope to be able to get lost there and be found just in time to catch a flight to our next show." 5) Gurriers: Sharp, melodic punk from Dublin "Come and see us," implores Gurriers frontman Dan Hoff. "We're loud and abrasive, but you're gonna have a good time."What better incentive do you need? The five-piece are fresh from a support slot with Kneecap in Dublin, and channel a similar vein of cultural commentary, with visceral songs about anger and disillusionment with the modern part of a new wave of Irish acts - see also Fontaines DC, The Murder Capital and CMAT - who grew up in the shadow of the country's 2008 financial crisis."I think it's genuinely a sign of the times," says Hoff, "in terms of the political landscape, the housing crisis... just how hard it is to live as an adult in this generation."We're all using music and art and creativity to voice our opinions, instead of voicing them in a pub with our mates. And for me, personally, I use it to channel my anger and my fears."Scrappy, punk-driven and riotous, their music is a powder keg waiting to explode - but the taut rhythm section of Pierce O'Callaghan (drums) and Charlie McCarthy (bass) means every outburst is strangely danceable."I love the simplicity of disco drum beats," says O'Callaghan, who's inspired by everyone from Chic to LCD Soundsystem. "We have loads of that in our stuff... even the little percussion things that they have, like cowbells and stuff. I think it's amazing."The band play on the Woodsies stage on Sunday just after midday - "which means I'll be on the non-alcoholics all day on Saturday," says more nerve-wracking than their Glastonbury debut is a debate with Billy Bragg in the Leftfield tent two days earlier."I've been in bands for 15 years," says Hoff, "but when I started listening to Billy Bragg's songs, like Youth Of America or Levi Stubbs' tears, a couple of years ago, that I was like, 'OK, I want to write like that. I want to write political stuff. I want to write about the stuff that I feel'.""So genuinely, when I meet him, I don't know if I'll be able to speak."
Irish Times
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Times
Dua Lipa at the Aviva, Dublin: How to get there, ticket information, and what she's likely to play
Three-time Grammy -winning pop sensation Dua Lipa comes to Ireland as part of her Radical Optimism tour, playing the Aviva Stadium on June 27th. The English and Albanian star's gig in the Aviva will mark her last stop on the European leg of the tour. Dua Lipa's last Irish performance was in the 3Arena on her Future Nostalgia tour in 2022, with this one set to be her largest performance here yet. So, if you are headed to the Aviva Stadium, keep reading to find out everything you need to know. READ MORE When does she play? Dua Lipa takes to the Aviva Stadium as part of her Radical Optimism tour on June 27th. Are tickets still available? Unfortunately tickets for the concert are sold out, but if you're lucky you may nab one on resale on . Buy tickets from accredited sources only. What time should I arrive? Doors open at 5pm, with support acts expected to start at 6pm. Who is the support act? Joining Dua Lipa will be Dove Cameron and Alessi Rose. How do I get there and home again? Organisers have said fans should allow for extra travel time to and from the venue. As traffic and parking delays are inevitable, you are encouraged to walk, cycle, use public transport and private coach services. By Luas: The stadium is a fair walk from the nearest Luas stop. It's about a 30- to 40-minute walk from Ranelagh, Charlemont, Harcourt, St Stephen's Green, Dawson and Trinity stops on the Green Line. By train: Lansdowne Road Dart station is less than a minute's walk from the southern end of the stadium. There will be large crowds entering and exiting the stadium at the same time, so plan accordingly. Extra dart services will be running. Irish Rail has advised those travelling to and from these events to plan carefully. Customers are urged to allow extra time for your journey, as high volumes of passengers are likely to result in delays. People not attending these events have been asked to avoid these routes during event times. As part of a Garda plan for big events at the Aviva Stadium, Grand Canal Dock Station will be closed at the end of the concerts. By bus: The Dublin Bus routes that will be operating a full service nearest to the Aviva Stadium are the 4, 7, 7a, 39a, 46a, 145 and 155. By car: There is no bike or car parking at the stadium on concert days for security reasons. There are, however, commercial car parks around the city, such as Claremont Parking or Q-Park , but spaces are limited. If you're travelling from outside the county and have a friend in the area with space in their driveway, that could be an option. Suggested locations for taxi drop off are the junction off Pembroke Road/Northumberland Road or the junction of Tritonville Road and Herbert Road depending on which entry point your ticket is for. [ Dua Lipa: Radical Optimism review – Step aside Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, this is the pop album we've been waiting for Opens in new window ] What will she play? Based on the singer's recent concerts on her Radical Optimism tour, here's what fans can expect: Training Season End of an Era One Kiss (Calvin Harris & Dua Lipa) Break My Heart Whatcha Doing Levitating These Walls Maria Illusion Pretty Please Electricity (Silk City & Dua Lipa) Hallucinate Physical Falling Forever Love Again Be the One Happy for You Anything for Love Encore: New Rules Dance the Night Don't Start Now Houdini What's the story with security? Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 25, and standing tickets are available to people aged 14 or over. No under 16s will be allowed on the pitch unless accompanied by an adult. Don't bring a bag unless absolutely necessary, as you'll be searched while everyone else is fast-tracked through security. Any bag must be smaller than the dimensions of a sheet of A4 paper and there are no storage facilities on site. Banned items include umbrellas, large-lens professional cameras, flagpoles, selfie sticks, sticks for banners, anything that could be used as a weapon, bottles, glass vessels, cans, flasks, frisbees, illegal substances, scooters, skateboards or other skates, laser devices, prams or pushchairs, inflatable or folding chairs, suitcases, laptops, illegal merchandise, hampers and cool boxes, air horns, and all animals except service dogs and guide dogs. There will be no readmissions to the concert. Note the Aviva Stadium is a cashless venue. What about disabled access? Contact MCD productions at access@ for accessible parking and information about wheelchair access to the venue and accessible seating. Can I take photographs at the concert? Yes, but only with a smartphone or small digital camera. Professional cameras with a detachable lens and any other recording equipment are banned. What's the weather forecast? According to Met Éireann , conditions look to be mixed, but a predominately southerly airflow will mean temperatures will trend above average. Rainfall amounts could be above normal in the south of the country and below normal in the north, with the potential for thunderstorms. Sign up for push alerts and have the best news, analysis and comment delivered directly to your phone Find The Irish Times on WhatsApp and stay up to date Our In The News podcast is now published daily – Find the latest episode here
Daily Mail
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Dua Lipa stuns in a sequin bodysuit and fishnet stockings as she's joined on stage at Wembley Stadium by a special guest
Dua Lipa stunned in a sequinned bodysuit as she performed on stage at Wembley Stadium on Friday. Kicking off the first of her two nights at the venue, the singer, 29, surprised the 90,000 strong crowd when she was joined by special guest Jamiroquai. Performing a number of her hits, she looked incredible in an embellished one-piece that she teamed with fishnet stockings. Dua completed her outfit with a pair of glittery knee-high heeled boots and a statement necklace. Introducing Jamiroquai, she began: 'This is someone who really inspired me when I first started out. 'Someone who I feel like is a massive trailblazer in music and has kind of paved the way.' She added: 'I feel so lucky to share this stage with the one of one, the only, give it up for Jamiroquai! American singer Dove Cameron and English singer-songwriter Alessi Rose were the support acts and will perform again on the second night. A source 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 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.' Dua was initially set to play just one show at the London venue on Friday 20 June 2025, as part of her Radical Optimism tour. But due to the phenomenal demand, the pop star will be staying in the English capital for a second night to put on another performance on Saturday June 21. Speaking in an interview with Vogue this month, Dua said: 'That's definitely been a massive dream, and it's going to be quite surreal. You know, stadiums: that seems pretty scary. 'Adrenaline is an incredible drug can hear people screaming before I'm even on.' She added: 'That's when my heart starts racing. Moments before, I'm like: "Oh, my God, we're doing this." And I'm ready to go.' Dua admitted that as the venues she has played have got bigger she worries about being able to make the shows 'still feel intimate.' The hitmaker said she was planning to get up close and personal with her fans at Wembley Stadium.
Glasgow Times
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
British singer announced Glasgow gig as part of tour
Alessi Rose will perform at the O2 Academy in the Southside on November 30, 2025. The 22-year-old English singer-songwriter will host a concert in Glasgow as part of her The Voyeur Tour. She is known for her tunes, including Oh My, Same Mouth, Start All Over, and Eat Me Alive. READ MORE: Well-known rock band announce exciting summer gig in Glasgow READ MORE: Popular singer announces third Glasgow gig date after selling out two shows Announcing the singer's show, Gigs in Scotland said: "Just announced - Alessi Rose. "O2 Academy Glasgow, November 30."
BBC News
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
'Pickleball and pasta' - touring with Dua Lipa
"It's so wild that I released my first song only two years ago and now I am touring in huge arenas across the world," says rising popstar Alessi 22-year-old says it has felt like a "whirlwind" since she created her first piece of music that was made in a makeshift bedroom studio, to now supporting the likes of Dua Lipa and Tate McRae for their upcoming world said she was "excited" to travel across the UK, Europe and the US over the next few months."To go from just finishing my own tour to an arena tour in Madrid with Dua Lipa is quite the whiplash, but in the best way," Rose said. Starting out Growing up in Derby, Alessi's path to pop stardom wasn't always clear-cut, saying she never knew how to get into the industry."I don't have anyone who works in music or even plays an instrument in my family, so I didn't know how to meet people in music or people that can help you out," said Ms Rose. Knowing she always wanted to be a musician, Rose said having lots of time during the Covid pandemic was the catalyst to start making her own music."I remember being in my room whilst I was living at home in Littleover, where I had the weirdest music setup of my old keyboard and a 15 year-old MacBook that I was producing my songs on," said Ms Rose."I had one set goal of producing music that I could send to BBC Introducing, then I knew that would be exposure." After getting her tracks played on Dean Jackson's BBC Introducing programmes, Rose has gone on to to perform at Derbyshire's Ynot? festival, Reading and Leeds festival, as well as opening a show for American singer-songwriter Noah Kahan in August 2024."It feels like it's been a whirlwind, it doesn't feel like so long ago since my first session at Nottingham's Metronome," said Ms Rose."There are loads of incredible artists from the East Midlands and I'm so happy for myself and for other people that there is a way into the music industry." Since finishing her 2024 UK tour, Ms Rose said she felt "comfortable" transitioning from performing at smaller venues to bigger stadiums."I have always joked about my own headline tour, because we had a lot of staging and effects, people said it felt like an arena show," said Ms Rose."To now take my shows on to those actual incredibly-sized Dua Lipa stages, it's felt like a natural transition where I felt comfortable. "Sometimes I've walked off stage and I said to myself why was I so calm, that was so huge and there were so many people out there.""As I'm so happy and proud of what I get to do, the excitement overtakes all other feelings, I'm always so excited to be on stage."Away from the excitement on stage, Alessi and her band have been enjoying some unusual pleasures whilst touring the from a hotel room in Lyon, France, Ms Rose said: "Me and the band are going to eat pasta downstairs and we have gained an obsession with pickleball."It's pickleball tomorrow and pasta tonight, that is the really glam life on tour with Dua Lipa." Ms Rose said to tour with Dua Lipa and Tate McRae was "so wild and ridiculous"."I've admired both of their music and their careers individually for so long," said Ms Rose."I love Tate McRrae and I'm so grateful for her having me. It's an insane tour all across America. I can't believe that's a real sentence I'm saying."I have not met Dua Lipa yet, but we have spoken over Instagram messages. She is a delight and she is an incredible performer."It feels like so much has happened in such a short time, but I'm excited to see what the next couple of years will be like."
