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The Irish Sun
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Simply Red concert film given woke trigger warning because it features Mick Hucknall singing about SEX
SIMPLY Red fans are being warned a new concert film features the band's frisky frontman Mick Hucknall singing about sex. Viewers are cautioned they will hear lyrics about 'making love and sexual attraction'. Advertisement 1 Simply Red singer Mick once claimed to have slept with more than 3,000 women in just three years Credit: Getty - Contributor Other trigger warnings on the film , marking the Manchester band's 40th anniversary, include ones for boozing and mild bad language. Holding Back the Years — 40 Years of features hits from a Chile gig in March including Something Got Me Started, If You Don't Know Me By Now and It's Only Love Doing Its Thing. Despite being rated U and suitable for all ages, The British Board of Film Classification warns: 'Song lyrics occasionally make brief, undetailed verbal references to 'making love' and to sexual attraction. 'People are briefly shown drinking alcohol .' It also warns of 'infrequent very mild bad language', including the word 'damn'. Advertisement READ MORE SHOWBIZ NEWS Toby Young, of the Free Speech Union, blasted: 'Does a concert film about a supergroup really need a trigger warning about references to sex and scenes in which alcohol is consumed? You might as well warn viewers that the film may contain rock and roll.' In 2010 he told an interviewer that between 1985 and 1987 he had sex with up to three women a day. He said: 'When I had the fame, it went crazy. I never said no. This was what I wanted from being a pop star. I was living the dream and my only regret is that I hurt some really good girls.' Advertisement Most read in Music Latest He later added: 'I regret the philandering. I'm truly sorry.' The BBFC has been slammed for slapping trigger warnings on comedy classic Monty Python and the Holy Grail ahead of its 50th anniversary rerelease this year. Bosses were contacted for comment.
The Citizen
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
South Africa among 17 countries to screen Simply Red concert in cinemas
Selected Ster-Kinekor cinemas will screen the concert doccie for two days only, on 18 and 18 May. Not everyone can afford to see their favourite music artist live in concert. 'Being a cinema release, it's just a wonderful feeling to get to so many people,' said Simply Red lead singer Mick Hucknall, speaking about a concert film of the band's 40 years being released in cinemas. 'Also synchronised in the cinema watching the show, pretty much as if they were there,' shared Hucknall in a recent post on Instagram. Holding Back The Years: 40 Years of Simply Red – Live from Santiago captures the band's performance at the Movistar Arena in Chile, where they played five consecutive sold-out shows to rapturous audiences as part of their Latin American tour leg, which saw them perform to over 140,000 fans. Selected Ster-Kinekor outlets will host screenings of the doccie concert for only two days, on May 15 and 18. South Africa is the only African country among the first 17 countries announced to screen the concert. ALSO READ: Whitney Houston's 1994 performance in South Africa to hit the big screen [VIDEO] Simply Red on tour Simply Red is currently on a world tour, during which they'll perform in almost 50 arenas, including two nights at London's O2 Arena and one night at Wembley Arena in October. The screening of their performances offers an opportunity to celebrate the band's 40-year journey. Their hit song Holding Back the Years was part of their debut album, Picture Book, which was released in 1985. Hucknall remains the only original member of the band following their breakup in 2009. 'After 25 years, I don't have any more ideas in my head for the group,' Hucknall told Reuters while on tour to promote his solo album in 2008. 'The radio … expects a certain type of sound (from Simply Red). For me, it's a prison; in my head, I am a different artist,' Hucknall said, speaking in Italian. Now reflecting on the collective's 40-year celebration, the lead singer excitedly spoke about their anniversary. 'The intention of this show is to take you on a journey of Simply Red's career from 1985 to the present day,' shared Hucknall. 'I love performing. What I really enjoyed over the last few years is how the audience is so mixed,' said Hucknall. 'I look out sometimes and see young people, people older than me, because it's the music that does all the work and brings them together, and they start singing choruses.' Rosebank Nouveau in Johannesburg; Brooklyn in Tshwane; Watercrest in Hillcrest KZN; Garden Route in George; and at V&A Waterfront in Cape Town are the Ster-Kinekor outlets that will screen the concert. NOW READ: Could these risky celebs be behind Cannes Film Festival's decision to clamp down on nudity?
Scotsman
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Holding Back the Years: 40 years of Simply Red
Live in Santiago only in Scottish cinemas from May 15 Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... To celebrate 40 years of legendary music, Simply Red are releasing their concert film 'Holding Back the Years: 40 Years of Simply Red, Live in Santiago' on the big screen. This stunning 4k concert film sees the band perform all their classic hits and fan favorites including 'Money's Too Tight To Mention', 'Stars' and 'Holding Back The Years', as well as intimate behind-the-scenes interviews with Mick Hucknall. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The film will go to select cinemas worldwide from May 15th, including hundreds of cinemas across the UK, Europe, Asia and the Americas, with more locations being added daily. Mick Hucknall WATCH THE TRAILER HERE Originally hailing from Manchester, the soul-pop band Simply Red have been an integral part of the fabric of British contemporary music for four decades. All 13 of their studio albums (as well as two greatest hits collections) have peaked in the top 10 of the UK album charts, from 1985's 'Picture Book' all the way through to 2023's 'Time'. 1991's classic album 'Stars' was the best-selling album in the UK for two years running, including hit singles 'Something Got Me Started', 'Thrill Me' and 'For Your Babies'. Captured during Simply Red's electrifying performances in Santiago, Chile, in March 2025, the film captures Mick and the band at their absolute finest, delivering an unforgettable experience that is now coming to the big screen for the world to enjoy. The stunning cinematography captures both the intimate moments and the grandeur and energy of the packed arena. Behind the music, the film also includes exclusive interview footage, with an inside look into Simply Red's 40 year career from Mick Hucknall himself. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Holding Back The Years: 40 Years of Simply Red Mick Hucknall said: "We had a wonderful time performing in Santiago at the Movistar Arena, celebrating 40 years of Simply Red with all the fans who came out to see us. It was a truly special few shows and we're very excited to have the opportunity now to share it with our fans globally. We hope you enjoy re-living the experience of Simply Red live on the big screen!" 'Holding Back the Years: 40 Years of Simply Red, Live in Santiago' is set to be an exceptional cinematic experience for fans both new and old. Booking link: Certificate: PG TBC / Running time: 120 mins Scottish Venues: Arc Peterhead Cineworld Aberdeen Union Square Cineworld Dundee Cineworld Edinburgh Cineworld Falkirk Cineworld Glasgow - Renfrew Street Cineworld Glasgow - Silverburn Everyman Edinburgh Everyman Glasgow Grosvenor Glasgow Lonsdale Annan Merlin Ayr Odeon Braehead Odeon Dunfermline Odeon Edinburgh Fort Kinneard Perth Playhouse Picturehouse Edinburgh Vue Edinburgh Omni
Scotsman
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Holding Back the Years: 40 years of Simply Red
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now In Scottish Cinemas from May 15 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... To celebrate 40 years of legendary music, Simply Red are releasing their concert film 'Holding Back the Years: 40 Years of Simply Red, Live in Santiago' on the big screen. This stunning 4k concert film sees the band perform all their classic hits and fan favorites including 'Money's Too Tight To Mention', 'Stars' and 'Holding Back The Years', as well as intimate behind-the-scenes interviews with Mick Hucknall. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The film will go to select cinemas worldwide from May 15, including hundreds of cinemas across the UK, Europe, Asia and the Americas, with more locations being added daily. Mick Hucknall WATCH THE TRAILER HERE Originally hailing from Manchester, the soul-pop band Simply Red have been an integral part of the fabric of British contemporary music for four decades. All 13 of their studio albums (as well as two greatest hits collections) have peaked in the top 10 of the UK album charts, from 1985's 'Picture Book' all the way through to 2023's 'Time'. 1991's classic album 'Stars' was the best-selling album in the UK for two years running, including hit singles 'Something Got Me Started', 'Thrill Me' and 'For Your Babies'. Captured during Simply Red's electrifying performances in Santiago, Chile, in March 2025, the film captures Mick and the band at their absolute finest, delivering an unforgettable experience that is now coming to the big screen for the world to enjoy. The stunning cinematography captures both the intimate moments and the grandeur and energy of the packed arena. Behind the music, the film also includes exclusive interview footage, with an inside look into Simply Red's 40 year career from Mick Hucknall himself. Mick Hucknall said: "We had a wonderful time performing in Santiago at the Movistar Arena, celebrating 40 years of Simply Red with all the fans who came out to see us. It was a truly special few shows and we're very excited to have the opportunity now to share it with our fans globally. We hope you enjoy re-living the experience of Simply Red live on the big screen!" Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Simply Red live in Santiago 'Holding Back the Years: 40 Years of Simply Red, Live in Santiago' is set to be an exceptional cinematic experience for fans both new and old. Booking link: Certificate: PG TBC / Running time: 120 mins Scottish venues Arc Peterhead Cineworld Aberdeen Union Square Cineworld Dundee Cineworld Edinburgh Cineworld Falkirk Cineworld Glasgow - Renfrew Street Cineworld Glasgow - Silverburn Everyman Edinburgh Everyman Glasgow Grosvenor Glasgow Lonsdale Annan Merlin Ayr Odeon Braehead Odeon Dunfermline Odeon Edinburgh Fort Kinneard Perth Playhouse Picturehouse Edinburgh Vue Edinburgh Omni Vue Glasgow St Enoch
