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North Wales Live
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
Formula shows which karaoke songs are most likely to boost mood
An Oxford University mathematician has explained the best karaoke song of all time, after devising a unique formula. Dr Tom Crawford has explained which songs are best to sing - and why - as new 'Kathartic Karaoke' booths from Three UK and Samaritans launch at festivals this summer. Dr Tom devised a formula which grades each song with a score out of 100 (K). In the equation, which was developed using data from 2,000 karaoke lovers, V refers to the number of verses, C repetition of chorus, BPM to the song's beats per minute and Y to the year the song was released. Dr Tom used his formula to rank the UK's favourite karaoke songs and identify ten guaranteed to boost moods and help find joy. 1. Livin' On a Prayer – Bon Jovi (91%) 2. I Wanna Dance with Somebody – Whitney Houston (90%) 3. Don't Look Back in Anger – Oasis (89%) 4. Man! I Feel Like a Woman – Shania Twain (88%) 5. 500 Miles – The Proclaimers (88%) 6. Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight) – ABBA (85%) 7. Unwritten – Natasha Bedingfield (84%) 8. Someone Like You – Adele (84%) 9. Wannabe – Spice Girls (84%) 10. Let Me Love You – Mario (83%) Dr Tom said: 'People love a fast-paced song with an average 126 BPM and 3 repeated chorus' for every 2 verses, just like most pop songs – hence why common favourites are scoring highly in the research. With ABBA dominating the 70's, through to Adele in the 2010's, the average release year of a karaoke classic is 1995. This captures the boyband craze, as well as Brit pop with Oasis, and girl power like the Spice Girls, showing there's some serious maths behind a karaoke belter.' The 'Kathartic Karaoke' initiative forms part of Three and Samaritans' commitment to mental health support and wellbeing. Launching this week at Klarna presents Latitude Festival in Suffolk (24 to 27 July), the karaoke booth will then move to The Mound at Edinburgh Fringe (15-16 August). The experience has been designed to help festival goers boost their mood with music and singing. And in partnership with Samaritans, singers can head to Samaritans tent at Latitude if they want to talk or scan a QR code to seek additional support. Nicki Lyons, Chief Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Officer at VodafoneThree, said: 'We are delighted to be partnering with Samaritans for the first time at music festivals, to create joyful spaces for people to connect to one another and experience our 'Kathartic Karaoke' for themselves.' Sonya Trivedy, Executive Director of External Engagement at Samaritans, said: 'Music has a unique power to have a positive impact on our mental health. Singing, in particular, can help people process emotions, ease stress and boost mood. Through this pitch-perfect partnership with Three, we're turning up the volume on wellbeing, using music as a carefree way to connect, express, and take care of your emotional health.' Samaritans volunteers will be at Latitude throughout the festival, ready to listen without judgement, whether it's in the early hours after a long night or while queuing for a morning coffee. Their presence is a powerful reminder that support is available 24/7, every day of the year. The festival also coincides with Samaritans Awareness Day on 24 July, known as 24/7, which shines a light on the charity's round-the-clock service and the life-saving impact of human connection.
Time of India
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dustin Wolf gets shoutout from Shania Twain after Calgary Stampede appearance
Photo credit: Sergei Belski-Imagn Images Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf is earning more than just praise on the ice, he's now getting attention from country music royalty. After a fan posted a photo of Wolf at the Calgary Stampede wearing a shirt with the iconic phrase 'Let's Go Girls,' global superstar Shania Twain took notice. Her playful reaction on social media has gone viral, adding to Wolf's rising popularity in Calgary and beyond. Shania Twain calls Calgary Flames' Dustin Wolf 'the cutest' Country-pop legend Shania Twain gave Dustin Wolf a heartwarming shoutout on social media after spotting a photo of the goalie enjoying the Calgary Stampede. In the photo, Wolf was seen wearing a 'Let's Go Girls' T-shirt, a nod to Twain's hit single 'Man! I Feel Like a Woman' , while attending the chuckwagon races. Twain, who served as this year's Calgary Stampede parade marshal, replied to the post with: 'He's the cutest!' , adding a heart-eyes emoji. The post quickly gained traction online, with fans chiming in to praise both Wolf's fashion choice and his on-ice performance. One fan commented, 'The most athletic non-athletic looking person that exists,' capturing the internet's growing affection for Wolf's laid-back personality and surprising athletic dominance between the pipes. Dustin Wolf's off-season presence in Calgary draws more attention The 24-year-old netminder has stayed in Calgary for most of the off-season and has been spotted at several Stampede events, including the rodeo and chuckwagon races. His local appearances have helped endear him further to Flames fans, who already admire his breakout NHL season. Wolf finished the 2024–25 season as the runner-up for the Calder Trophy, awarded to the NHL's rookie of the year. He played 53 games, posted a .910 save percentage, and helped the Flames remain in playoff contention until the final weeks of the season. His performances earned him a spot on the NHL All-Rookie Team. Twain and Wolf headline a uniquely Calgary moment Shania Twain, a Canadian music icon, also performed at the Scotiabank Saddledome during the Stampede, sharing the same stage, metaphorically, where Wolf shines during hockey season. Her public appreciation of Wolf adds a fun, cultural layer to what was already a successful year for the Flames' young star. With fans and celebrities alike taking notice, Dustin Wolf's star continues to rise, in Calgary and across the NHL. Also Read: Joe Thornton officially joins San Jose Sharks as Player Development Coach Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Winnipeg Free Press
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Winnipeg Free Press
‘Uniquely Canadian': Stampede begins with parade led by country star Shania Twain
CALGARY – The Old West will be on full display as thousands clad in tassels, boots and buckles march through city streets today to kick off the Calgary Stampede. Country superstar Shania Twain will saddle up and lead the parade on horseback before performing Saturday at the Scotiabank Saddledome. The Stampede runs until July 13. The 'Man! I Feel Like a Woman' singer, who was raised in Timmins, Ont., last took the stage at the Stampede in 2014. Twain, 59, is country music's top-selling female artist, according to Billboard. She is currently a judge on Citytv's 'Canada's Got Talent.' Her long string of hits includes 'That Don't Impress Me Much,' 'Any Man of Mine' and 'Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?' 'I can't think of a better parade marshal,' said Joel Cowley, the Stampede's chief executive. 'We expect to see 300,000-plus lining the streets once again. What a great way to kick off the Calgary Stampede.' People have traditionally arrived hours before the parade begins to get good seats. Stampede Park has been busy for the past week as crews assemble midway rides and concession stands. Gregg Korek with North American Midway Entertainment will be making his 49th appearance at the Stampede. He likens it to getting ready for the prom. 'We're just putting on the corsage right now,' he said. Growing up in Calgary, Korek joined the midway group as a teen. 'I always say I like all of our fairs exactly the same, but I like this one a little bit better because I'm a Calgarian.' Cowley said Stampede attracted almost 1.5 million visitors last year. Of that number, he said about 73 per cent were from the Calgary area. Another nine per cent were from Alberta and 10 per cent were other Canadians. The rest came from the United States or other countries. Weekly A weekly look at what's happening in Winnipeg's arts and entertainment scene. With Canadians unhappy about tariffs from the U.S., Cowley said domestic visitors could be higher this year. 'It is an international event, and I would think this year we would see a lot of Canadians looking for a Canadian vacation to come here to the Calgary Stampede,' he said. The first Stampede was in 1912, and Cowley said the event stays true to its agricultural roots. 'It's really something that needs to be experienced. At the heart of what we do is agriculture and Western heritage,' he said. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 4, 2025.
Hamilton Spectator
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
‘Uniquely Canadian': Stampede begins with parade led by country star Shania Twain
CALGARY - The Old West will be on full display as thousands clad in tassels, boots and buckles march through city streets today to kick off the Calgary Stampede. Country superstar Shania Twain will saddle up and lead the parade on horseback before performing Saturday at the Scotiabank Saddledome. The Stampede runs until July 13. The 'Man! I Feel Like a Woman' singer, who was raised in Timmins, Ont., last took the stage at the Stampede in 2014. Twain, 59, is country music's top-selling female artist, according to Billboard. She is currently a judge on Citytv's 'Canada's Got Talent.' Her long string of hits includes 'That Don't Impress Me Much,' 'Any Man of Mine' and 'Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?' 'I can't think of a better parade marshal,' said Joel Cowley, the Stampede's chief executive. 'We expect to see 300,000-plus lining the streets once again. What a great way to kick off the Calgary Stampede.' People have traditionally arrived hours before the parade begins to get good seats. Stampede Park has been busy for the past week as crews assemble midway rides and concession stands. Gregg Korek with North American Midway Entertainment will be making his 49th appearance at the Stampede. He likens it to getting ready for the prom. 'We're just putting on the corsage right now,' he said. Growing up in Calgary, Korek joined the midway group as a teen. 'I always say I like all of our fairs exactly the same, but I like this one a little bit better because I'm a Calgarian.' Cowley said Stampede attracted almost 1.5 million visitors last year. Of that number, he said about 73 per cent were from the Calgary area. Another nine per cent were from Alberta and 10 per cent were other Canadians. The rest came from the United States or other countries. With Canadians unhappy about tariffs from the U.S., Cowley said domestic visitors could be higher this year. 'It is an international event, and I would think this year we would see a lot of Canadians looking for a Canadian vacation to come here to the Calgary Stampede,' he said. The first Stampede was in 1912, and Cowley said the event stays true to its agricultural roots. 'It's really something that needs to be experienced. At the heart of what we do is agriculture and Western heritage,' he said. This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 4, 2025. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shania Twain Delights Fans with Surprise Intimate Performance in the Bahamas
Shania Twain surprised fans with an intimate performance in a restaurant in the Bahamas With a baseball cap on and her hair pulled back into a ponytail, Twain sang "You're Still the One" for the audience The Queen of Country Pop embarks on a limited North America tour this JulyShania Twain makes the case for hitting the local restaurants while on vacation. The "Man! I Feel Like a Woman!" singer, 59, shared a TikTok of her singing "You're Still the One" while playing the guitar at a restaurant in the Bahamas, joining a few other musicians for what appeared to be an impromptu set. Wearing a baseball cap with her hair pulled into a ponytail, Twain — who lives part of the year in the Bahamas — wrapped up her song and blew kisses to the audience. "POV you walk into a random bar on a saturday night in the Bahamas and you find shania twain singing you're still the one," the text over the video read. Twain reiterated the spontaneous sentiment. "You never know what's gonna go down on a Saturday night in Eleuthera! I just love the music scene and atmosphere here 💗," the five-time Grammy winner captioned the clip. "These guys were awesome!" is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Fans were quick to react to the intimate performance Twain gave. "My absolute DREAM COME TRUE to walk in someplace and find the queen just casually singing her stuff!!!🥰🥰🥰🥰 like WHAT!?!😍😍😍," one said. "the way I would have dropped dead," another wrote. A third fan simply wrote, "Chills." Someone pointed out that the couple at the bar "won the lottery" with their up-close seating and the privacy of their Queen of Country Pop concert. Twain spoke to PEOPLE in February about how being contained in the music industry after venturing into both pop and country genres throughout her career. "If I feel like I'm being put in a box, I start to panic," Twain said at the time. "I run in any direction I can because I don't want to be contained. I have to be able to find my own way." "Sometimes I'm not even sure where I'm going myself. How can somebody else tell me that, right?" she continued. So I need the freedom to explore and to land wherever that exploration takes me." For fans who missed out on this Twain experience, the singer is headed on a limited North America tour this July and August, making stops in Quebec City and Toronto, along with Hershey, Pa. Hollywood, Fla. and Saratoga Springs, N.Y., among other cities. Read the original article on People
