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Daily Mirror
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Chart topping musician 'gate-crashes wedding' and bride and groom are thrilled
A surprise for a wedding party led to the appearance of a chart-topping musician, who just happened to be in the building and joined the group for a performance of a hit song A chart topping musician was seen gate crashing a wedding, much to the delight of the bride and groom. A happenstance encounter between the hitmaker and her impromptu audience has since gone viral on TikTok, with footage of the event thrilling members of the public. The upload called the star the "best wedding crasher ever". Praise came not just for the star's sudden performance but her singing voice. People who watched the video surprised to hear how brilliant the Murder on the Dancefloor singer still sounds. The Lodge at Ashford Castle party was kicked up a notch when Sophie Ellis-Bextor appeared for a performance of her 2001 hit. The songwriter, who releases new album Perimenopop later this year, made for a surprise appearance at the wedding. A post from Jennifer Gillespie captured the moment Ellis-Bextor showed up for the wedding. Jennifer would go on to say it took a "serious bit of wedding luck" to get Ellis-Bextor, who just happened to be performing at another wedding in County Mayo, Ireland, at the time. One TikTok user asked: "How does one get their wedding to be crashed by Sophie Ellis-Bextor?" Jennifer replied: "Right place, right time and a serious bit of wedding luck." Jennifer went on to say Ellis-Bextor was "such good fun" and her "kind" gesture has gone down well with members of the public. She added: "Sophie topped off the most perfect day. Huge thank you to everyone at The Lodge for helping make my sisters day so magical!" Fans of the singer have since praised her for appearing and performing at a wedding out of the blue. One user wrote: "Every time I see any clips of Sophie Ellis-Bextor singing live she sounds phenomenal. "She has a beautiful, pure voice. I'm not what you'd call a big fan but I guess I am now as every time I hear her I think she's fantastic! It's so effortless. Congratulations to you guys too!!" Another wrote: "She's amazing live I've been lucky enough to see her a few times. Faultless. Met her Saturday at Newbury." A third asked: "Currently planning a wedding. I want to know how exactly to plan the Sophie Ellis-Bextor surprise gig segment of the evening." Jennifer shared a bit more information on who Ellis-Bextor ended up at the wedding, saying a separate party at the venue was being attended by the singer. She wrote: "She was staying in the hotel and had just played at another wedding in the castle! She had also played Galway International Arts Festival during the week." In a separate reply, Jennifer added: "Sophie was playing at another wedding in Ashford Castle that night and staying in The Lodge, one of the guests spotted her in the lobby singing along when her song came on and asked her to come out and sing which she was kind enough to do. She made the bride and grooms night."
Metro
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Sophie Ellis Bextor 'gatecrashes' Irish wedding and serenades newlyweds
Popstar Sophie Ellis-Bextor delighted guests as she made a surprise appearance at a wedding taking place in a castle in Ireland. The Murder on the Dancefloor singer, 46, belted out her best-known hit while rocking heart-shaped sunglasses, trainers, and a cheeseburger-shaped backpack, showing this was truly a spontaneous appearance. Despite her dressed-down apparel, the guests looked like they were having a whale of a time as the star took over on the mic and performed alongside a live band. Shouting 'Congratulations!' mid-song, she was keen to make the performance about the bride and groom, on their special day at Ashford Lodge in Mayo, Ireland. 'Best wedding crasher ever,' captioned the TikTok shared online from a wedding guest named Jennifer Gillespie. Jennifer went on to explain how the celebrity gatecrasher came to be a spontaneous performer at the wedding. 'She was staying in the hotel and had just played at another wedding in the castle!' she explained to one commenter. 'She had also played @Galway International Arts Fest during the week.' She explained further to another commenter: 'Sophie was playing at another wedding in Ashford Castle that night and staying in The Lodge. 'One of the guests spotted her in the lobby singing along when her song came on and asked her to come out and sing which she was kind enough to do 🥰 she made the bride and groom's night 🤍' The star had a massive comeback in 2024 after the release of the 'freaky' erotic thriller film, Saltburn at the end of 2023. More Trending Her song Murder on the Dancefloor was used in the final scene, where Barry Keoghan's Oliver triumphantly dances fully naked through the halls of stately home Saltburn to the track, immediately cementing the scene in cinema history and seeing the popstar soar back into the charts. She spoke to the BBC about her song's return to the charts: 'It was over Christmas last year, we were at home, and just seeing the numbers going crazy for people interacting with the song on streaming and TikTok.' She added: 'To be honest, at that time it was all quite abstract, and I think this year has been about turning it into an actuality.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Bruno Mars says he's 'almost out of debt' after rumoured $50million gambling loss MORE: Pop star's fans devastated as she cancels tour just 2 weeks after announcement
Buzz Feed
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
13 Scenes That Made Older Songs Go Viral Again
Sometimes, all it takes is one unforgettable scene to breathe new life into a song you forgot even existed. Whether it's a '90s banger climbing the charts again, or a deep cut getting the spotlight it rightfully deserves, these 12 songs shot up in popularity thanks to the magic of soundtracks and pop culture. "Murder on the Dancefloor" by Sophie Ellis-Bextor dropped in 2001. Over two decades later, it went viral all over again in 2023 after Saltburn's release! "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" by Wham! was first released in 1984. But it popped off again in 2001, thanks to Zoolander! "Running Up That Hill" by Kate Bush came out in 1985. Nearly 40 years later, it climbed the charts again thanks to Stranger Things's season 4 episode, "Dear Billy" (2022). "Something In The Way" by Nirvana quietly existed on Nevermind since 1991. But when The Batman dropped in 2022, it hit a whole new audience. "Poison" by Bell Bib DeVoe was an early '90s R&B staple. But Turk's dance routine on Scrubs's Season 5 episode "My Half-Acre" made it an instant internet classic in 2006. "A Thousand Miles" by Vanessa Carlton was already a hit in 2002. Then White Chicks came along in 2004 and turned it into comedy gold. "Left Hand Free" by alt-J originally came out in 2014. But it didn't really catch fire until Outer Banks made it a Pogue anthem in 2020. "Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol debuted in 2006. But it's Grey's Anatomy's heartbreaking Season 2 finale "Losing My Religion" that propelled it into stardom in "Tiny Dancer" by Elton John was released in 1971. It found a whole new audience in 2000 after Almost Famous made it an iconic pop culture moment. "Long Long Time" by Linda Ronstadt quietly broke hearts in 1970. But it shattered all of ours again in 2023 in The Last of Us's Season 1 episode, "Long Long Time." "Pony" by Ginuwine was already steamy when it dropped in 1996. Then Magic Mike took it to a whole new level in 2012. "All I Want For Christmas" by Mariah Carey took over the holidays in 1994. But Love Actually helped turn it into a rom-com Christmas special in 2003. It's wild how one perfect song in one perfect scene can flip a switch. Whether it made you cry, dance, or immediately open a music streaming platform, these moments prove that a great track can still make its mark many many years later. What's the one TV or movie moment that brought a forgotten song back into your life? Let us know in the comments! 💿 For more nostalgic content like this, check out BuzzFeed Canada's TikTok and Instagram for more content like this! ✨
The Age
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
Glastonbury 2025: Lewis Capaldi's epic return, Aussie stars and the death of brat
Illusive masked performer Rajan Silva, performing as Glass Beams, presented a psychedelic set, while Sydney band Royel Otis belted out their hit covers of Sophie Ellis-Bextor's Murder on the Dancefloor and the Cranberries' Linger. Organisers and UK prime minister condemn IDF chant English punk duo Bob Vylan – who opened for Northern Irish hip-hop trio Kneecap – have been struck with widespread condemnation after leading their audience in a chant of 'death, death to the IDF' (Israel Defence Forces) during their set on Saturday. The set was broadcast live on the BBC, but later removed from streaming, with the chant being described as appalling by both festival organisers and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Organisers said 'we are appalled by the statements made from the West Holts stage by Bob Vylan yesterday. Their chants very much crossed a line and we are urgently reminding everyone involved in the production of the festival that there is no place at Glastonbury for antisemitism, hate speech or incitement to violence.' Police are investigating the performance for any potential offences. Kneecap's set – which was almost cancelled after band member Mo Chara was charged last month with terrorism offences for displaying a Hezbollah flag at a concert – proceeded with more than 30,000 people flocking to the stage and ticket holders being turned away. However, that was not broadcast by the BBC, which said it had made the decision due to the risk of impartiality guidelines being breached. Glastonbury 2025: By the numbers 1,200,000 – pints of beer stocked across more festival bars 210,000 – full capacity of the festival 4000 – toilets 3972 – performers 1000 – acres of festival grounds 120 – stages 35 – minutes to sell out the festival 0 – plastic bottles sold on site Charli XCX and the death of brat? Could the brat era finally be over? Charli XCX opened her set with the burning of the now iconic green curtain that heralded the start of each concert performed since her album hit the top of the charts more than a year ago. The set was not a total crowd pleaser, though, with many taking their criticism of the artist's use of autotune online. The singer took to X on Monday morning (AEST) to say: 'the idea that singing with deliberate autotune makes you a fraud or that not having a traditional band suddenly means you must not be a 'real artist' is like, the most boring take ever. yawn sorry just fell asleep'. Lewis Capaldi makes his triumphant return After a two-year hiatus from the stage, singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi returned to Glastonbury, performing a surprise set that was originally billed as a placeholder. At the 2023 edition of the festival, Capaldi – who has Tourette's syndrome – had difficulty finishing his set as he managed the tics that come with his condition. The Someone You Loved singer described his set as 'the worst kept f---ing secret' when he appeared at the Pyramid stage to a packed crowd, after unofficial-looking flyers appeared across the festival the day before his performance announcing it. 'Glastonbury, it's so good to be back. I'm not going to say much up here today because if I do, I think I'll probably start crying,' Capaldi said. Loading Lorde debuts album during secret set Another surprise turn came from New Zealand singer Lorde, whose fourth album Virgin was released last week. Appearing on the Woodsie stage on Friday – a day after posting an image of the stage to Instagram – the singer played the entirety of her new album to fans who had barely had a chance to listen to it. The singer thanked the audience for 'being here with us on the day that Virgin is born' as crowds were turned away from the overflowing field.
Sydney Morning Herald
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
Glastonbury 2025: Lewis Capaldi's epic return, Aussie stars and the death of brat
Illusive masked performer Rajan Silva, performing as Glass Beams, presented a psychedelic set, while Sydney band Royel Otis belted out their hit covers of Sophie Ellis-Bextor's Murder on the Dancefloor and the Cranberries' Linger. Organisers and UK prime minister condemn IDF chant English punk duo Bob Vylan – who opened for Northern Irish hip-hop trio Kneecap – have been struck with widespread condemnation after leading their audience in a chant of 'death, death to the IDF' (Israel Defence Forces) during their set on Saturday. The set was broadcast live on the BBC, but later removed from streaming, with the chant being described as appalling by both festival organisers and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Organisers said 'we are appalled by the statements made from the West Holts stage by Bob Vylan yesterday. Their chants very much crossed a line and we are urgently reminding everyone involved in the production of the festival that there is no place at Glastonbury for antisemitism, hate speech or incitement to violence.' Police are investigating the performance for any potential offences. Kneecap's set – which was almost cancelled after band member Mo Chara was charged last month with terrorism offences for displaying a Hezbollah flag at a concert – proceeded with more than 30,000 people flocking to the stage and ticket holders being turned away. However, that was not broadcast by the BBC, which said it had made the decision due to the risk of impartiality guidelines being breached. Glastonbury 2025: By the numbers 1,200,000 – pints of beer stocked across more festival bars 210,000 – full capacity of the festival 4000 – toilets 3972 – performers 1000 – acres of festival grounds 120 – stages 35 – minutes to sell out the festival 0 – plastic bottles sold on site Charli XCX and the death of brat? Could the brat era finally be over? Charli XCX opened her set with the burning of the now iconic green curtain that heralded the start of each concert performed since her album hit the top of the charts more than a year ago. The set was not a total crowd pleaser, though, with many taking their criticism of the artist's use of autotune online. The singer took to X on Monday morning (AEST) to say: 'the idea that singing with deliberate autotune makes you a fraud or that not having a traditional band suddenly means you must not be a 'real artist' is like, the most boring take ever. yawn sorry just fell asleep'. Lewis Capaldi makes his triumphant return After a two-year hiatus from the stage, singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi returned to Glastonbury, performing a surprise set that was originally billed as a placeholder. At the 2023 edition of the festival, Capaldi – who has Tourette's syndrome – had difficulty finishing his set as he managed the tics that come with his condition. The Someone You Loved singer described his set as 'the worst kept f---ing secret' when he appeared at the Pyramid stage to a packed crowd, after unofficial-looking flyers appeared across the festival the day before his performance announcing it. 'Glastonbury, it's so good to be back. I'm not going to say much up here today because if I do, I think I'll probably start crying,' Capaldi said. Loading Lorde debuts album during secret set Another surprise turn came from New Zealand singer Lorde, whose fourth album Virgin was released last week. Appearing on the Woodsie stage on Friday – a day after posting an image of the stage to Instagram – the singer played the entirety of her new album to fans who had barely had a chance to listen to it. The singer thanked the audience for 'being here with us on the day that Virgin is born' as crowds were turned away from the overflowing field.
