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Edinburgh Live
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Martin Kemp claims Princess Diana 'copied me' as Roman slams 'outrageous statement'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Martin Kemp has claimed that the late Princess Diana copied the outfit choices of his old band in what his son described as an "outrageous statement". In a recent episode of FFS! My Dad Is Martin Kemp, the Spandau Ballet legend's son, presenter Roman Kemp, could be heard describing a "hilarious" picture of his dad from back in the day. Roman said Martin looked like he'd "gone to a Halloween party" dressed as "Captain Hook" before dubbing his dad's fashion choices as "awful", with Martin even admitting that it was the "worst picture" he had ever taken. Despite this, Martin also defended his outfits, suggesting that they didn't seem as "exaggerated" at the time. In fact, he claimed that he was something of a trendsetter, even influencing royalty. (Image: Getty Images) Martin said: "What you have to remember, right, was back in the 80s, it wasn't so exaggerated. We look at it now and we think, 'What are you wearing; you look like you're from a different planet'. But back in the day, Princess Di was copying what Spandau Ballet were wearing." Roman apparently found this hard to believe, calling it an "outrageous statement". However, Martin defended his claim: "Look at what she was wearing. She was wearing shoulder pads. She was wearing those ruff collar shirts, right, all of that." Yet, his son wasn't convinced, retorting that they "didn't invent that", but Martin was resolute in his convictions, saying he, in fact, invented it. The pair then bickered about the claim before Martin attempted to "clear it up". He added: "Alright then; I'm gonna clear it up - not Spandau Ballet, Martin Kemp. Martin Kemp invented it." He explained that his mum made him a shirt with shoulder pads before an appearance on Top of the Pops. Martin went on to claim that the following day, "everyone's got shoulder pads," although he conceded that he took the idea from somebody else, admitting that he first saw Steve Strange wearing them. (Image: Davefor Sony) In other news, Martin recently shared his simple technique for sleeping well - reciting a monologue. He made the revelation on a previous podcast episode after Roman revealed he was "too stressed" to sleep. Martin said: "What you need to do Ro, is learn something like a poem or a monologue. This is what I do, every single night when I go to bed, I will get in my bed and close my eyes and say this monologue I had on stage when I was acting." He explained that it was from a play he was involved in called Million Dollar Quartet. In the show, he has a monologue spanning two minutes, which he says "every night". His One Show star son then joked that it "must have been a boring play", to which Martin joined in by saying "it was". He went on to clarify: "The play was really good, it was a musical all about Elvis, it was good."
Edinburgh Live
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Martin Kemp says simple two-minute trick every night gets him to sleep
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The key to keeping your mind and body sharp is getting the right amount of sleep. According to the NHS, the typical adult requires seven to nine hours of sleep every night. However, some individuals may discover they need even more slumber. Nevertheless, numerous people have difficulty falling asleep, which can subsequently affect their social lives and personal relationships over the long term. One such person, ex-Spandau Ballet bass player Martin Kemp, has shared his unique technique for nodding off: he recites a monologue. The musician, famous for hits such as Gold and True, divulged this sleep-aid strategy on his podcast, FFS! My Dad is Martin Kemp, following his son Roman's revelation that he was "too stressed" to sleep. Martin said: "What you need to do Ro, is learn something like a poem or a monologue. This is what I do, every single night when I go to bed, I will get in my bed and close my eyes and say this monologue I had on stage when I was acting. "It was from a play I did called Million Dollar Quartet, about Elvis, and there's a monologue I have which is two minutes long on stage, and I will say that every night." When Roman humorously commented that the play "must have been a boring play", Martin joined in with the jest, saying "it was" and implied that it put the audience to sleep, before clarifying: "The play was really good, it was a musical all about Elvis, it was good." The Million Dollar Quartet is a captivating tale of an impromptu jam session that brought together music legends Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash at the Sun Records Studios in Memphis back in 1956. This seemingly chance encounter led to the recording of a series of unforgettable songs. (Image: Dave Benett/WireImage via Getty Images) NHS advice on sleep According to the NHS, sleep problems are quite common and can be triggered by changes in our work or personal life. While the occasional sleepless night is "nothing to worry about", it becomes a concern if it persists, reports Surrey Live. The health service warned: "Longer stretches of bad sleep can do the opposite and have a negative impact on our physical and mental health or wellbeing. Not getting enough sleep is sometimes described as being sleep deprived, or called 'sleep deprivation', 'sleeplessness' or 'sleep inefficiency'." To improve your sleep, the NHS suggests six strategies:
Wales Online
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Martin Kemp swears by simple sleep trick every night that helps him drift off
Martin Kemp swears by simple sleep trick every night that helps him drift off The ex-Spandau Ballet star opened up to his son Roman about how he battles sleepless nights – and it's a trick he swears by to this day Martin Kemp's secret to dozing off every night involves reading a monologue (Image: Shane) When it comes to sleep, getting the proper amount is crucial for maintaining both mental and physical health. The NHS recommends that the average adult should aim for seven to nine hours of sleep per night, though some individuals may require more. However, many find it challenging to fall asleep and persistent sleep difficulties can begin to affect one's social interactions and personal relationships. With that in mind, Martin Kemp has shared his unique method for nodding off – reciting a monologue. He disclosed this technique on the FFS! My Dad is Martin Kemp podcast, following his son Roman's admission of being "too stressed" to sleep. The ex-Spandau Ballet bassist said: "What you need to do Ro, is learn something like a poem or a monologue. This is what I do, every single night when I go to bed, I will get in my bed and close my eyes and say this monologue I had on stage when I was acting. "It was from a play I did called Million Dollar Quartet, about Elvis, and there's a monologue I have which is two minutes long on stage, and I will say that every night." Article continues below Roman quipped that it "must have been a boring play", to which Martin humorously agreed, saying "it was", implying that it put the audience to sleep. However, he quickly clarified: "The play was really good. It was a musical all about Elvis. It was good." The Million Dollar Quartet is a depiction of an impromptu recording session that brought together Elvis Presley with fellow icons Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash at the Sun Records Studios in Memphis in 1956. This unexpected gathering led to the creation of a series of collaborative tracks. Martin revealed his hack after Roman, right, admitted to being "too stressed" to sleep (Image: Jim Dyson/Redferns via Getty Images ) NHS guidance on sleep health The NHS acknowledges that sleep issues can be quite common, often triggered by shifts in our personal or professional lives. While sporadic sleepless nights are "nothing to worry about", it becomes problematic if it persists, reports Surrey Live. The health service warned: "Longer stretches of bad sleep can do the opposite and have a negative impact on our physical and mental health or wellbeing. Not getting enough sleep is sometimes described as being sleep deprived, or called 'sleep deprivation', 'sleeplessness' or 'sleep inefficiency'." To enhance sleep quality, the NHS recommends six strategies: Article continues below
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Local actor takes the stage at Historic Savannah Theatre
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — One night in 1956, musical history was made when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together for the most incredible jam session. That event– known as the Million Dollar Quartet – will soon come to life again at the Historic Savannah Theater. The Tony Award-nominated show tells the mostly accurate story of what happened when these then-young performers (some details have been dramatized for entertainment purposes) came together at Sun Records studio in Memphis. Savannah Theater has put together a stellar cast and Zachary Tate – who was born and raised in Savannah – stars as Johnny Cash. 'I'm just so blessed to be able to do the show in Savannah, a town that I love with my whole heart. I think it's going to be a great time for everybody. This is my first time music directing the show, so I'm excited to have a little bit more creative freedom in that regard with the music.' First time as music director, but not his first time with 'Million Dollar Quartet.' This is his tenth production of the show, so he knows each character inside and out. 'I've done what's called 'swinging,' which is when you cover multiple roles. I've portrayed Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley.' Zachary says this show has something for everyone, whether you grew up listening to the Million Dollar Quarter or not. 'I think [the show] for all ages, especially folks who were around when these guys were playing music and maybe got a chance to see Elvis or Johnny Cash in person and they want to relive that…to go back to their childhood and feel like a kid again. And then for younger folks who maybe aren't as familiar with these musicians, I think there's a lot for them too, because I know our lives have been just greatly moved by these artists.' 'Million Dollar Quartet' isn't just actors singing songs. It is a true musical revue. Tate says, 'You're not just hearing the music. You're learning the story of that fateful night in music history. 'People are drawn to the big names like Elvis, Cash, Perkins and Lewis. But you get to know who Sam Phillips is too.' (Philips was the owner of Sun Records who brought the musicians together for the session.) 'If Elvis is the king of rock and roll, Phillips is the father of rock and roll.' As a Savannahian, it's not lost on Tate how special it is bringing this show to the Historic Savannah Theater. 'This is the first time that I've gotten to work professionally here in Savannah. It's awesome to be home, especially with such an awesome show.' Get ready to sing and dance in the aisles at the Historic Savannah Theater when Zachary Tate and the talented cast of 'Million Dollar Quartet' take the stage beginning April 10th. Get your tickets here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
