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Extra.ie
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
From Charli XCX to Oasis – the biggest concerts coming to Dublin this summer
Summer is finally here, folks, and with that some of the biggest names in music are heading to our shores. While the country were left a bit out in the cold surrounding some tours, including Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour and Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Grand National tour, that doesn't mean that the country will be missing out entirely — with some artists coming here for the first time in six months to over 15 years. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW With this, we at have picked some of the biggest shows coming to the capital this summer. Charli XCX at Malahide Castle – June 17 Charli XCX returns to Dublin this summer as Brat Summer 2025 is a go. Pic: Ash Knotek/REX/Shutterstock Brat summer has extended to 2025, and thank god for that as Charli XCX is finally getting her flowers (where were ye when Pop 2 was released, HUH!?) In what's been a huge upgrade since she last graced our shores, the PARTY GIRL has gone from the 3Olympia Theatre to Malahide Castle; where over 20,000 will be revelling in the fun sleaze that her latest, critically acclaimed outing has brought. Long may brat summer continue. Dua Lipa at the Aviva Stadium – June 27 Dua Lipa is heading to the Aviva this June in what's sure to be a classic show. Pic: Ian West/PA Wire The biggest star to come out of the UK this decade, the three-time Grammy winner's tour to promote her latest album Radical Optimism will stop off in the Aviva Stadium for one night only; right before she headlines a massive show at Wembley. Ms Lipa (yes, that's her actual birth name) will be heading to Dublin with plenty of hits in her bag, ranging from her older hits such as New Rules and IDGAF to her new bops, including Training Season and Houdini. Justin Timberlake at Marlay Park – June 28 'This is going to ruin the tour'? Apparently not. Photo by. Well, it turns out the tour wasn't ruined after Justin's arrest last year, as Justin will be heading to Dublin at the end of June. Celebrating three decades since he shot to worldwide fame with *NSYNC, and over 12 years since his last gig in Ireland when he headlined Phoenix Park; with him expected to go through the hits over his illustrious career, as well as new songs from his latest album, Everything I Thought I Was. Lana del Rey at the Aviva Stadium – June 30 Lana del Rey is set to bring her crooning, moody songs to the Aviva just three days after Dua Lipa and her bops. Talk about a full 180, eh? (Sorry). Pic: ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images Talk about a whiplash from Dua Lipa just three days before. The crooning 'sad girl hours' of Lana del Rey will be gracing Landsdowne Road at the end of June, and while her latest album Classic isn't expected to be released before the show, some of her classics including from Born to Die, Did You Know That There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd, and her two latest singles. Billie Eilish at the 3 Arena – July 26 & 27 The multi-time Grammy and Oscar winner is heading to the 3Arena this July. Pic: Valerie Macon / AFP With her career going from strength to strength following the release of HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, Billie Eilish is showing no signs of slowing down; with her coming back to Dublin for the first time in two years as part of her mammoth world tour. With her music reaching all ages and all demographics, of course it's no surprise that this will be one of the hottest tickets this summer. Oasis at Croke Park – August 16 & 17 It's finally happening — Oasis are reuniting with two mammoth gigs in Croke Park. Pic: Emmett/Fear PR/PA Wire It's finally happening. 16 years after the most acrimonious split of all time between feuding brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher, the guns fell silent, and they've finally reunited. Those of us who were lucky enough to survive the Ticketmaster wars (albeit paying extortionate pricing due to the *ahem* 'dynamic' pricing), the lads are finally back; with their two gigs in Croke Park set to be the biggest gig in Ireland not only this summer, but in 2025. Robbie Williams at Croke Park – August 23 And just days later, Robbie Williams will take to Croker for the first time since 2006. Pic: Brittany Long/Publishd/REX/Shutterstock Could this be another wrinkle in the three-decade long feud between Robbie and Oasis after that call-out at the BRITs all those years ago? Probably not. But still a fun coincidence that Robbie will just miss the boys, eh? After three and a half decades in the limelight, Robbie returns to Croker for the first time in nearly 20 years — ironically longer than Oasis — with over 80,000 people set to flock to hear the hits of the former Take That man.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Rachael Blackmore gives fans rare glimpse into her life with boyfriend and pals after shock retirement aged 35
THAT'S MORE LIKE IT THAT'S MORE LIKE IT Rachael Blackmore gives fans rare glimpse into her life with boyfriend and pals after shock retirement aged 35 RACHAEL BLACKMORE has shared several snaps of herself enjoying life in retirement. The legendary jockey, 35, surprisingly announced that she was calling it quits earlier this month. Advertisement 6 Rachael Blackmore has posted several pictures on Instagram Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael 6 Blackmore poses with boyfriend Brian Hayes Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael 6 Th former jockey has enjoyed evenings out with pals Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael Since retiring, Blackmore has been spending time with family and friends. In her Instagram post earlier today, the Irish superstar shared pictures of herself with pals, as well as boyfriend Brian Hayes. Some of her pictures showed her at swanky restaurants. While another saw her pose trackside. Advertisement READ MORE IN RACING FALL GUY Probe launched into jockey's fall off leading horse at last jump amid punter fury During her illustrious career, Blackmore secured 575 wins as a jockey. Blackmore also made history at the 2021 Grand National, winning the race aboard Minella Times. The triumph marked the first time that a woman had ever won the prestigious race. She was also the first woman to win the Cheltenham Gold Cup on A Plus Tard in 2022. Advertisement BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 6 Blackmore announced her retirement earlier this month Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael 6 The Irish superstar has had plenty of fun since quitting racing Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael This was one of 18 winners she achieved at Cheltenham. Advertisement Announcing her decision, Blackmore said: "My days of being a jockey have come to an end. 'Fantastic time' - Rachael Blackmore & Paul Townend share backstage sneak peek of Late Late Show experience 'I feel the time is right. I'm sad but I'm also incredibly grateful for what my life has been for the past 16 years. "I just feel so lucky, to have been legged up on the horses I have, and to have experienced success I never even dreamt could be possible. 'It is daunting, not being able to say that I am a jockey anymore… who even am I now! But I feel so incredibly lucky to have had the career I've had. Advertisement "To have been in the right place at the right time with the right people, and to have gotten on the right horses – because it doesn't matter how good you are without them. They have given me the best days of my life and to them I am most grateful.'
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Rachael Blackmore gives fans rare glimpse into her life with boyfriend and pals after shock retirement aged 35
RACHAEL BLACKMORE has shared several snaps of herself enjoying life in retirement. The legendary jockey, 35, surprisingly announced that she was calling it quits earlier this month. 6 Rachael Blackmore has posted several pictures on Instagram Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael 6 Blackmore poses with boyfriend Brian Hayes Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael 6 Th former jockey has enjoyed evenings out with pals Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael Since retiring, In her Instagram post earlier today, the Irish superstar shared pictures of herself with pals, as well as boyfriend Brian Hayes. Some of her pictures showed her at swanky restaurants. While another saw her pose trackside. READ MORE IN RACING During her illustrious career, Blackmore secured 575 wins as a jockey. Blackmore also made history at the 2021 Grand National, winning the race aboard Minella Times. The triumph marked the first time that a woman had ever won the prestigious race. She was also the first woman to win the Cheltenham Gold Cup on A Plus Tard in 2022 . Most read in Horse Racing BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 6 Blackmore announced her retirement earlier this month Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael 6 The Irish superstar has had plenty of fun since quitting racing Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael This was one of 18 winners she achieved at Cheltenham. Announcing her decision, Blackmore said: "My days of being a jockey have come to an end. 'Fantastic time' - Rachael Blackmore & Paul Townend share backstage sneak peek of Late Late Show experience 'I feel the time is right. I'm sad but I'm also incredibly grateful for what my life has been for the past 16 years. "I just feel so lucky, to have been legged up on the horses I have, and to have experienced success I never even dreamt could be possible. 'It is daunting, not being able to say that I am a jockey anymore… who even am I now! But I feel so incredibly lucky to have had the career I've had. "To have been in the right place at the right time with the right people, and to have gotten on the right horses – because it doesn't matter how good you are without them. They have given me the best days of my life and to them I am most grateful.' 6 Blackmore poses for a picture trackside Credit: Instagram @blackmorerachael
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Rachael Blackmore gives fans rare glimpse into her life with boyfriend and pals after shock retirement aged 35
RACHAEL BLACKMORE has shared several snaps of herself enjoying life in retirement. The legendary jockey, 35, surprisingly announced that she was calling it quits earlier this month. 6 6 6 Since retiring, Blackmore has been spending time with family and friends. In her Instagram post earlier today, the Irish superstar shared pictures of herself with pals, as well as boyfriend Brian Hayes. Some of her pictures showed her at swanky restaurants. While another saw her pose trackside. During her illustrious career, Blackmore secured 575 wins as a jockey. Blackmore also made history at the 2021 Grand National, winning the race aboard Minella Times. The triumph marked the first time that a woman had ever won the prestigious race. She was also the first woman to in 2022. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 6 6 This was one of 18 winners she achieved at Cheltenham. Announcing her decision, Blackmore said: "My days of being a jockey have come to an end. 'Fantastic time' - Rachael Blackmore & Paul Townend share backstage sneak peek of Late Late Show experience 'I feel the time is right. I'm sad but I'm also incredibly grateful for what my life has been for the past 16 years. "I just feel so lucky, to have been legged up on the horses I have, and to have experienced success I never even dreamt could be possible. 'It is daunting, not being able to say that I am a jockey anymore… who even am I now! But I feel so incredibly lucky to have had the career I've had. "To have been in the right place at the right time with the right people, and to have gotten on the right horses – because it doesn't matter how good you are without them. They have given me the best days of my life and to them I am most grateful.'
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Luther' Ties ‘Not Like Us' for Most Weeks at No. 1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart
Barely three months after his 'Not Like Us' shattered the mark as the longest-running No. 1 on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, Kendrick Lamar is back for another stab at the record books. Lamar's 'Luther' collaboration with frequent collaborator (and current Grand National co-headliner) SZA captures a record-tying 22nd week at No. 1 on the multi-metric Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart dated May 31, matching 'Not Like Us' for the all-time mark since the chart became a singular, all-encompassing genre ranking in October 1958. 'Not Like Us' rang up 21 weeks in charge in 2024 amid its moment in Lamar's diss track war with Drake, and rebounded for a 22nd frame in February after Lamar's performance of the song during the halftime show of Super Bowl LIX on Feb. 9. More from Billboard 13 Best Moments From Kendrick Lamar & SZA's Grand National Tour Kickoff In Minneapolis Shaun Cassidy Gets Ready for the Longest Tour of His 45-Year Career: 'I Felt the Need to Connect with People' Bono Cheekily Weighs in On Springsteen Vs. Trump Squabble: 'There's Only One Boss in America' For SZA, the 'Luther' look also returns her to a perch she once claimed: Before 'Not Like Us' took the title, the singer-songwriter's 'Kill Bill' scored the most weeks at No. 1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, 21 in 2022-23. As 'Luther' shares the gold medal, here's a look at the songs the most weeks at No. 1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs in its 66-year history: Most Weeks at No. 1 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs: 22, 'Luther,' Kendrick Lamar & SZA, 2024-2522, 'Not Like Us,' Kendrick Lamar, 2024-2521, 'Kill Bill,' SZA, 2022-2320, 'Old Town Road,' Lil Nas X feat. Billy Ray Cyrus, 201918, 'Industry Baby,' Lil Nas X & Jack Harlow, 2021-2218, 'One Dance,' Drake feat. WizKid & Kyla, 201616, 'Blurred Lines,' Robin Thicke feat. T.I. + Pharrell, 201315, 'Be Without You,' Mary J. Blige, 2006 For its 22nd week in charge, 'Luther' registered 16.7 million official United States streams, 2,000 sales downloads and 60.5 million in airplay audience in the tracking week of May 16-22, according to Luminate, declines of 8%, 6% and 4%, respectively, in each metric. Mirroring its Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs triumph, 'Luther' achieves a 22nd week at No. 1 on the Hot Rap Songs chart. The melodic rap cut remains in second place for the longest stay at the summit in the chart's 35-year history, trailing only 'Not Like Us' and its 26-week record. While 'Luther' extends its domination on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and Hot Rap Songs charts, it surrenders the top spot on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100 to Morgan Wallen's 'What I Want,' featuring Tate McRae. The new champ clips the 'Luther' reign at 13 weeks – still, easily the longest-running No. 1 for both Lamar and SZA atop the flagship chart. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Four Decades of 'Madonna': A Look Back at the Queen of Pop's Debut Album on the Charts Chart Rewind: In 1990, Madonna Was in 'Vogue' Atop the Hot 100
