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Evening Standard
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Evening Standard
Coldplay's roving 'kiss cam' spots boss with colleague as they duck for cover
The viral moment took place during Coldplay's Music of the Spheres world tour, which has already pulled in over £100 million in earnings this year. The band's tenth studio album, Moon Music, is expected later this year, featuring collaborations with Burna Boy and Ayra Starr.
Evening Standard
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Evening Standard
Chris Martin exposes CEO's alleged affair at Boston gig
The viral moment took place during Coldplay's Music of the Spheres world tour, which has already pulled in over £100 million in earnings this year. The band's tenth studio album, Moon Music, is expected later this year, featuring collaborations with Burna Boy and Ayra Starr.
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
7 Best Moments From Drake's 2025 Wireless Festival Night 3 Performance: ‘I Wanted to Pay My Respect'
On Sunday night, (July 13), Drake's love letter to London concluded during the finale of his Wireless Festival takeover. More from Billboard Olivia Rodrigo's Guitarist Cried Upon Learning Robert Smith Would Join Glastonbury Set Parkway Drive Leads Park Waves Australia With The Amity Affliction & More Justin Bieber's 'SWAG' Answers All Your Recent Questions About the Pop Star (And It's a Great Listen Too) While the first two nights were frontloaded with special guests such as Lauryn Hill, 21 Savage, Latto, Sexyy Red, Skepta, Central Cee and Bryson Tiller, due to Wireless' hard out, the finale lacked the same level of star power. Unbothered by the time constraints, Drake played facilitator and leaned on dancehall icon Vybz Kartel and Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy to dictate the tempo in what was considered a global affair for those in attendance. A sea of Jamaican flags flooded the crowd — a fitting sight. Sunday marked Kartel's first performance in the U.K in 20 years. After serving 13 years in prison, the Worl' Boss was primed and ready for a landmark performance even if that meant trimming Drake's own set. According to the 6 God, Kartel's return was the top priority, and he had ample time to shine. 'Today, I really wanted to pay my respect to the performers. Bringing the Worl' Boss home to London after 20 years, making sure that he got time to headline his set. Bringing out Big 7, Burna Boy and making sure he got his time to rock with y'all,' said Drake. Alongside Kartel's fiery performance, Burna Boy brought out Lauryn Hill and YG Marley, while Drake teased new music with Central Cee, slated to drop on Friday (July 18). Check out Billboard's best moments from Drake's Wireless Festival finale. Vybz Kartel Makes His Presence Felt in London After 20-Year Absence On Sunday, Kartel's victory lap continued when he performed in London for the first time in 20 years. Kartel, who served 13 years in prison, was visibly moved by the fanfare and excitement surrounding his return. 'Twenty years I haven't been here. It's a pleasure,' Kartel said as he grinned. The Worl' Boss hasn't lost a step. For more than 90 minutes, he applied pressure, unleashing an arsenal of hits. Whether skating through 'Picture This' or teaming up with Spice for their instant classic 'Romping Shop,' the island vibes were alive and well. Beyond playing the hits, he also leaned on the younger generation to keep the crowd active, bringing out Moliy for her Hot 100 hit 'Shake It to the Max.' Burna Boy Shines Despite Short Set With Vybz Kartel owning the night, Burna Boy's time was limited. Still, Big 7 didn't shrink under pressure, and he injected his signature flair into what was already proving to be a global masterclass between Kartel, himself, Spice and Popcaan. As he walked onstage, there was a pseudo bar dubbed 'Burna's Saloon.' There, he served fans an overflow of hits, including 'Last Last,' 'City Boys' and 'Ye.' With the clock ticking, Burna had the crowd swaying and mesmerized during his 30-minute set. Lauryn Hill Makes Her Second Appearance of the Weekend On Friday, Hill stole hearts when she appeared during Drake's rousing night 1 opener and delivered an indelible mash-up of 'Ex-Factor' and 'Nice for What.' On Sunday, Hill doubled back at Finsbury Park during Burna Boy's set. After seeing him and her son YG Marley team up for the remix of 'Praise Jah in the Moonlight,' Hill sauntered onstage, beaming with joy. After requesting an encore of the song, she treated fans to an impromptu a capella performance of 'Killing Me Softly.' Drake Teases New Song With Central Cee After teasing fans on Saturday, Drake let the cat out of the bag and previewed his new collaboration with Central Cee. 'I'm about to play a new tune. Me and my brother Central Cee. Run it,' Drake told the crowd. The energy was palpable as Cench smiled from the crowd, nodding along while the song reverberated through the speakers. Anchored by bouncy house elements and playful boasts, Drake and Cench prove why they're a formidable duo, especially after their fiery 2024 On the Radar freestyle. 'You want friends or success? Which one?' Drake raps on the track. According to Drizzy, the song drops on Friday (July 18). Drake Performs His Verse From Rihanna's 'Work' Last year, Drake dismissed the idea of performing Rihanna's 'Work' during his It's All a Blur Tour, telling fans, 'I don't sing this song anymore. You can sing it for me.' On Sunday, despite steering clear of Rihanna's verse, he sang his verse from the 2016 Hot 100 chart-topper, making the moment all the more noteworthy amid his feud with A$AP Rocky last year. Drake Brings Out Rema for a Quick Medley Though Drake was short on time, he had one last trick up his sleeve: Rema. The Nigerian superstar didn't waste a second as he performed 'Baby (Is It a Crime).' The Sade-sampling track had fans entranced, despite the clock winding down on Drake's set. Unbothered by the time crunch, Rema steamrolled through a quick medley that included Darkoo's 'Favourite Girl' and his global smash 'Calm Down.' Drake Has His Kodak Moment With Central Cee, Vybz Kartel & Popcaan Toward the end of his set, Drake paused to thank London for the its hospitality and for allowing him to bring his friends across The Pond. As he stood alongside Central Cee, Popcaan and Vybz Kartel — who all joined him during his performance of 'Hotline Bling' — it was a snapshot of Drake's global reach and ability to unite worlds through music. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Burna Boy Announces Australian Arena Tour For October 2025
Burna Boy is coming back down under for his biggest ever headline shows on our shores. Hot on the heels of dropping his eighth studio album No Sign Of Weakness, the GRAMMY-winning Afrofusion king is heading to Australia this October for a string of massive headline shows across the country. Burna Boy – 'Change Your Mind' Ft. Shaboozey The No Sign Of Weakness Australia Tour strtches across four huge nights, kicking off on Thursday, 16th October at Melbourne's Sidney Myer Music Bowl, before hitting Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Brisbane Entertainment Centre, and wrapping things up at Perth's RAC Arena on Friday, 24th October. Known for his electric stage presence, genre-melding sound, and sold-out arena takeovers across the globe, Burna Boy's Aussie return follows a history-making run — he's the first Nigerian artist to ever headline Red Rocks Amphitheatre in the US (yep, the same place U2 and Radiohead have torn up), and the first African artist with two albums to rack up over a billion streams on Spotify. His new record No Sign Of Weakness is also a straight-up flex — featuring collabs with Travis Scott ('TaTaTa') and Shaboozey ('Change Your Mind), plus reggae-tinged hit 'Sweet Love', the euphoric 'Bundle By Bundle', and chant-along anthem 'Update'. With 11 GRAMMY nominations, four BET Award wins, and a 2023 Billboard trophy for Top Afrobeats Artist, Burna Boy has become the global ambassador for African music, shattering records and stereotypes with every release. His sound blends Afrobeats with pop, hip-hop, R&B, reggae and everything in between. You can suss all the dates and details of his 2025 Aussie arena tour down below. Burna Boy 2025 Australian Tour Dates Thurs 16 Oct | Melbourne | Sidney Myer Music Bowl | TICKETS Sat 18 Oct | Sydney | Qudos Bank Arena | TICKETS Mon 20 Oct | Brisbane | Entertainment Centre | TICKETS Friday 24 Oct | Perth | RAC Arena | TICKETS Tickets go on sale to the general public Thursday, 24th July at 12pm (local time) Further Reading Aitch Announces Australian Tour Dates For January 2026 Allday Shares New Single 'Falling Under', Regional 2025 Tour Dates Jessica Mauboy And Barkaa Bring Home NAIDOC Week On 'Like A Version' The post Burna Boy Announces Australian Arena Tour For October 2025 appeared first on Music Feeds. Solve the daily Crossword
Economic Times
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Afrobeats superstar Burna Boy announces Australia tour this October; check cities, dates, and how to get tickets
Synopsis Nigerian singer Burna Boy is set to tour Australia in October. He will promote his new album, 'No Sign of Weakness'. The tour begins in Melbourne on October 16 and concludes in Perth on October 24. He will also perform in Sydney and Brisbane. Tickets will be available soon. Burna Boy is known for blending Afrobeats with other genres. Nigerian singer and GRAMMY Award winner Burna Boy will bring his world tour to Australia this October. The tour will promote his eighth studio album No Sign of Weakness, which was released on July 11. ADVERTISEMENT The Australian leg will kick off in Melbourne on October 16 and wrap up in Perth on October 24. He will also perform in Sydney and Brisbane. October 16 – Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne – Sidney Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne October 18 – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney October 20 – Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane – Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Brisbane October 24 – RAC Arena, Perth Tickets go on sale to the general public on Thursday, July 24 at 12 PM local time via Ticketek and TEG. Pre-sales begin Tuesday, July 22 at 9 am Sign of Weakness blends Afrobeats, pop, R&B, hip-hop, and reggae. It features tracks like 'TaTaTa' with Travis Scott, 'Sweet Love,' 'Update,' and 'Bundle by Bundle.' ADVERTISEMENT Burna Boy, born Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, is a Nigerian singer, songwriter, and performer known for popularising Afrobeats on the global stage. He rose to fame with his 2012 single Like to Party and gained international recognition with albums like African Giant and Twice as Tall. His music blends African rhythms with pop, reggae, dancehall, and hip-hop, creating a sound that is both modern and deeply rooted in his heritage. ADVERTISEMENT Burna Boy has received 11 GRAMMY nominations and four BET Awards for Best International Act. He was the first African artist to win the BET honour three years in a row. He also made history by becoming the first African artist with two albums crossing 1 billion Spotify streams With global hits and collaborations with artists such as Beyoncé, Ed Sheeran, Stormzy, and Travis Scott, Burna Boy has become one of the most influential African musicians of his generation. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) (Catch all the US News, UK News, Canada News, International Breaking News Events, and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily International News Updates. NEXT STORY
