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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
What to expect as County Ground concerts return to Swindon this weekend
The Vengaboys and Tinchy Stryder will be the headline attraction as the County Ground concerts return to Swindon for their second year. After a ten-year absence, concerts returned to the home of Swindon Town last summer, and they are expected to be bigger and better this year following a successful first year. Across May 23 and 24, there will be Clubland Live and the Could Be Real Tribute Festival taking place with last year's total attendance of 5,000 expected to be surpassed. Taking shape at the Nigel Eady County Ground 🔧 — Swindon Town Football Club (@Official_STFC) May 22, 2025 Clubland Live takes place on May 23, starting at 4 pm as Biggz Deejay opens the eight-hour extravaganza of iconic artists from the '90s and '00s, with Tinchy Stryder taking the stage at 7.45 pm and headliners Vengaboys at 9.30 pm performing their hits like 'Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom.' The other artists performing will include the likes of: DJ Sammy, Whigfield, Ultrabeat, and Ian Van Dahl. Then on May 24, starting at 3 pm and running until 11 pm, some of the best tribute acts around will excite the crowds with the music of many beloved artists with the Could Be Real Tribute Festival. Festival goers will be treated to the music of David Bowie, Elton John, Blur, Amy Winehouse, Kasabian, Oasis, Stereophonics, and Queen. There will also be a large array of refreshments available for those attending, with three food vendors serving attendees, with burgers, fries, chicken gyros, and ice cream available, as well as plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Swindon Commercial Officer James Watts said of the concerts: 'Last year was the first event for ten years, and we have learned from the little mistakes we made; we are looking at extra bar space, more food vendors inside, and a more vigorous idea around how the VIP will work. 'Those were the three big lessons we have learned from last year, and I feel like we are more prepared now, having done one last year. 'There are a lot of venues, but in Wiltshire, there aren't really any, and that probably extends to between Bristol and London, that there aren't a lot of places which can host big acts. 'Realistically, in the long term, I think that we can look at a 10-15,000-people event, but that has to be built up over a number of years. 'We have put ourselves in the shop window to be able to do larger-scale events and attract people not only from Swindon but the wider area.'
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
George Bowie's GBX remix of bagpipe anthem tops country charts
A Scottish dance music icon has topped the country music charts with a bagpipe anthem. Clyde 1 Presenter George Bowie achieved this feat on Sunday with his remix of Cammy Barnes' Whiskey Roll. The idea for the remix came from a few Facebook friends who messaged Bowie's wife, manager, and co-producer, Ellene, suggesting a GBX remix of the song. (Image: Supplied) Read more: Deaf football manager shares heartfelt message to younger self Bowie, Ellene, and their production partner, Outforce, created a rave version of the bagpipe anthem, which quickly gained popularity after being performed at Clubland Live. The song, dubbed 'Raveheart' by international fans, amassed millions of views online. Bowie said: "It was all a bit mad – a couple of people on socials messaged Ellene saying they thought we'd like the clip Cammy had posted and would we think about remixing it. 'She messaged Cammy asking if he fancied doing something and he was up for it, we jumped into Outforce's studio a couple of days later and the remix was done and ready to go in no time. "It felt like it had something special and it just happened that I was playing Clubland at the Hydro on Sunday, so we asked Cammy to surprise the crowd by playing it live with us. 'It went crazy – at the time it felt like a really big moment and watching it back, it was. "It was well over a million views on the Clubland post alone within a couple of days. 'We shot a video there and the demand has been huge, so we released the remix on Friday and Cammy joined us again in Aberdeen that night to perform it live – this time punters knew it was coming so the reaction was even madder. 'And now we are No 1 in the country chart and No 13 in the main chart. "The annoying bit is it means my missus was right again." George, Cammy, Outforce (Image: Supplied) Cammy Barnes, who recorded Whiskey Roll as an idea, was taken aback by the success. He said: "It's really hard to take all this in, I didn't even plan to release the original it was just an idea. "The reaction was wild – really crazy with 10,000 people all going mad when the bagpipes kicked in especially." The GBX and Outforce remix of "Whiskey Roll" was released on Friday due to the overwhelming global response. (Image: Supplied) Read more: Sister raises thousands for brain tumour research in late brother's memory Bowie, said: "It's special, it really is – it was all so random and accidental and sometimes that brings a different feel, it's more real and natural." Cammy said: "The remix is definitely going on my album later this year, even if my manager says no. "I was dead against using bagpipes at all since leaving the Red Hot Chili Pipers, I just wanted to sing – but I am seriously rethinking all that now."
Glasgow Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
George Bowie's GBX bagpipe remix tops country music charts
Clyde 1 Presenter George Bowie achieved this feat on Sunday with his remix of Cammy Barnes' Whiskey Roll. The idea for the remix came from a few Facebook friends who messaged Bowie's wife, manager, and co-producer, Ellene, suggesting a GBX remix of the song. (Image: Supplied) Read more: Deaf football manager shares heartfelt message to younger self Bowie, Ellene, and their production partner, Outforce, created a rave version of the bagpipe anthem, which quickly gained popularity after being performed at Clubland Live. The song, dubbed 'Raveheart' by international fans, amassed millions of views online. Bowie said: "It was all a bit mad – a couple of people on socials messaged Ellene saying they thought we'd like the clip Cammy had posted and would we think about remixing it. 'She messaged Cammy asking if he fancied doing something and he was up for it, we jumped into Outforce's studio a couple of days later and the remix was done and ready to go in no time. "It felt like it had something special and it just happened that I was playing Clubland at the Hydro on Sunday, so we asked Cammy to surprise the crowd by playing it live with us. 'It went crazy – at the time it felt like a really big moment and watching it back, it was. "It was well over a million views on the Clubland post alone within a couple of days. 'We shot a video there and the demand has been huge, so we released the remix on Friday and Cammy joined us again in Aberdeen that night to perform it live – this time punters knew it was coming so the reaction was even madder. 'And now we are No 1 in the country chart and No 13 in the main chart. "The annoying bit is it means my missus was right again." George, Cammy, Outforce (Image: Supplied) Cammy Barnes, who recorded Whiskey Roll as an idea, was taken aback by the success. He said: "It's really hard to take all this in, I didn't even plan to release the original it was just an idea. "The reaction was wild – really crazy with 10,000 people all going mad when the bagpipes kicked in especially." The GBX and Outforce remix of "Whiskey Roll" was released on Friday due to the overwhelming global response. (Image: Supplied) Read more: Sister raises thousands for brain tumour research in late brother's memory Bowie, said: "It's special, it really is – it was all so random and accidental and sometimes that brings a different feel, it's more real and natural." Cammy said: "The remix is definitely going on my album later this year, even if my manager says no. "I was dead against using bagpipes at all since leaving the Red Hot Chili Pipers, I just wanted to sing – but I am seriously rethinking all that now."
Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Iconic Scots DJ lands unexpected number one single after 30 years
It racked up millions of views after they performed it at Clubland Live. GEORGE Bowie has given his dance music a honky-tonk makeover - after landing a number one hit in the country charts. The Clyde 1 presenter, best known for his GBX Anthems show, claimed top spot on Sunday with new bagpipe track Raveheart. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Outforce, Cammy and George unexpectedly made a hit together. 2 Cammy hopes to take the song on tour and work with George more. George, 56, switched up his style after friends his wife and co-producer Ellene to suggest a GBX remix of Cammy Barnes' new song Whiskey Roll. The couple and their production whizzkid Outforce created a catchy song that racked up millions of views after they performed it at Clubland Live - and they've just played it in Glasgow and Aberdeen too. George said: "It's special, it really is – it was all so random and accidental and sometimes that brings a different feel, it's more real and natural. 'People all over the world are commenting and asking where they can get it, they're calling it Raveheart which I love – I'm nicking that for sure. 'We've loads of stuff coming up with Outforce already, but I think we definitely need to look at teaming up with Cammy again – he's brilliant and such a sound lad too. 'I want to get him along to a few big shows and raves this summer – we had a techno piper years ago but I think we have found an upgrade." Cammy recorded Whiskey Roll as an idea - the first song he had done using bagpipes since he left the Red Hot Chili Pipers a few years back. He posted the clip on socials and it blew up – then the message from Ellene popped up. Cammy said: "It's really hard to take all this in, I didn't even plan to release the original it was just an idea. Fired it up as a teaser and then it went off, the numbers are pretty obscene really. 'Ellene messaged me and I was like aye, great – buzzing. I knew who they are of course but didn't know George and Ellene at all. Hundreds of Scotland fans sing Yes Sir, I Can Boogie for George Bowie remix in Scottish Sun's Guinness World Record bid 'I didn't even say yes or no, or debate or negotiate, I just sent back all the stems and said go for it. 'The remix came back and I love it, they asked if I fancied performing at the Hydro with them and away we went. 'The reaction was wild – really crazy with 10,000 people all going mad when the bagpipes kicked in especially. 'I was lucky enough to do the Hydro a few years ago but don't remember it from adrenaline – this time I really took it all in and loved every second of it." Cammy added: "It's all been so fast – a week from uploading the tune to TikTok I was in the Hydro playing it live to 10,000 people, then another week on we are No1 in the country chart and 13 in the main chart. 'None of us thought about anything but the music and the fun of it and I think that shines through. There wasn't even any conversation about the business stuff until late the night before release day, like 30 minutes before it came out. I love that. 'I'm totally new to this whole rave world but I love it – and I've had so many DJs and producers messaging me offering to do something together. 'George will always have first refusal on anything I ever do – and the remix is definitely going on my album later this year, even if my manager says no. 'I was dead against using bagpipes at all since leaving the Red Hot Chili Pipers, I just wanted to sing – but I am seriously rethinking all that now. 'And this summer it's tied in braw – we're playing a few of the same festivals so we might have to see if we can pull off a few surprise appearances for each other.'
Glasgow Times
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Anger over big queues for Clubland event at Glasgow's Hydro
Thousands of fans headed to the OVO arena for the Clubland show, which they dubbed "the biggest night of your life". However, some punters were left seething as it took them "hours" to get inside the venue. The star-studded night opened with GBX anthems courtesy of Clyde 1's George Bowie and featured huge names like DJ Basshunter and noughties dance icon Cascada. But some fans might have missed the Glasgow DJ's set as they were stranded outside. One who had travelled miles fumed: "I travelled from Manchester to an absolute shambles. Shame on you, OVO. What we did get to see of the Clubland sets were fantastic, like always. Can you bring Ben Nicky to Manchester next year, please?!! AO is a lot more organised." Thousands of dance music fans headed to the Hydro for the Clubland Live show (Image: Facebook/OVO Hydro) Another raged: "Amazing night, when we eventually got in at 20.45, even though we arrived in plenty of time. It was an absolute joke how long it took to let people in. "Paid to see all the show, not half of it!" READ NEXT: Live concert of hit Disney film is coming to Glasgow A third also complained about the crowd: "It was really badly managed, no crowd control at all, and I am honestly gutted about the age range. Felt like I was at an underground kids disco." However, others rushed to share their praise for the night: "It was absolutely brilliant, thank you for a fab night." And George Bowie enjoyed his set, posting on Facebook, he said: "The Clubland Events team absolutely smashed OVO Hydro last night, even Billy Gillies (Music) made a surprise appearance. What a night, getting to open the show with a GBX set and then perform the Whiskey Roll remix with Cammy Barnes & Outforce to 10,000 ravers was a moment to treasure forever." READ MORE: 'Legendary' Hollywood actor spotted in Glasgow restaurant An SEC spokesperson said: 'The safety and security of our guests is our number one priority, and we always do our best to ensure a quick entry process for our guests. "There were some challenges at the Clubland event with a small number of people, which meant it took our security team a little longer than usual to carry out all the necessary checks. "We apologise to anyone who was affected.' The tour now heads to Aberdeen this coming weekend. They'll play the P&J Live Arena on Friday, May 9.
