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Scotsman
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
I spoke to my favourite member of Pulp and discovered they're Scottish
Tom Jackson/Rough Trade Records 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... You can find pop stars in the most unusual places. As a long term Pulp fan, I never would have expected to speak to their keyboardist, Candida Doyle, from her Scottish island home, with its mercurial phone reception. It's a bit like actually discovering Jarvis Cocker in the aisle of a supermarket, perhaps in the style of the Common People video. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad That's because I imagine all the band members as living in their famous hometown of Sheffield. Or the rock star epicenter of London. Indeed, it's true that Doyle spends much of her time at another base near Hackney, especially as Pulp prepares to release their first new album in 24 years, More, on June 6, with a UK tour starting on Saturday June 7 at Glasgow's OVO Hydro. However, her proper home is in Shetland, and she adores it. 'Now that the group has reformed, I'm here a bit less than usual, but it's absolutely wonderful,' says Doyle, whose maternal grandfather owned a fishing factory here. 'My family lives on the same street as me, and it's actually the road my mum grew up on and is beside a hill with a view of the sea. It's very different to London, basically'. Apparently, the band did once play in Shetland, back in the Nineties. It was a bit of a journey though, for the other members. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad However, she wouldn't necessarily describe herself as Scottish. Doyle, as her surname might suggest, is also half Irish and was brought up in England. 'I'm everything but Welsh,' she says. Anyway, she will be away from her spiritual home a lot in 2025. After the UK tour, later in the year, they'll be doing the US and Korea. Back in Pulp's Nineties heyday, Doyle never imagined she'd still be on the road, at 61. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad She was slightly blind-sided, when the group reformed again back in 2023. (They'd also got together in 2011, for another tour). 'I knew that I would never say no, but I'd never suggest that we reformed. It was funny because Jarvis sent me a text saying, 'Can I come round? I'd like to run something by you. And I sent a text back, saying, 'Oh, God'. He said, 'No, it's nothing to worry about'. I said, okay,' she says. ' Then he came round, and we chatted, and then he said, 'I'm thinking of reforming the group. Would you be interested?' and without hesitance, I said yes, it was incredible. I was quite surprised at myself'. And, so, they're back again, and Glasgow seems the perfect location for night one of the tour. After all, the band has played this city so many times, from King Tut's to The Barrowlands. Although Doyle prefers a smaller venue, she thinks that they can still connect with a big crowd, thanks to their charismatic frontman. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'I think Jarvis is very good at making it feel personal. The crowd reacts well to him and it brings it all together,' says Doyle, who feels safe while slotted behind her keyboard. 'I don't know how he does it to be honest'. Doyle has been in Pulp since 1984, when she replaced the previous keyboard player, Tim Allcard. Another long time member of the band was bassist Steve Mackey, who joined in 1989 and sadly died just two years ago. The album is dedicated to him. What would Steve have thought? 'I think he'd be annoyed that he wasn't part of it,' says Doyle. Indeed, it's a fantastic album that's full of Pulp's signature nostalgia, cheek, charm and wit. The music, keyboards included, seems more sophisticated than ever. Sometimes richly orchestral, other times light and fluffy. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Tom Jackson/ Rough Trade Records They have new members now. As well as the originals - Jarvis Cocker, Mark Webber, Nick Banks and Doyle - they've added Andrew McKinney, Emma Smith, Adam Betts and Jason Buckle, plus string arranger Richard Jones. The first track to be written was Hymn of the North, which they played when doing soundchecks while on tour back in 2023. The rest was recorded over the course of three weeks in November last year. Apparently that's the shortest time a Pulp album has ever taken to record. It's no wonder that, though Doyle may have got songs like Babies and Disco 2000 down pat, she hasn't quite got to grips with the new tunes. 'To be honest, I don't even know the LP that well at the moment. We did a few radio concerts recently, and we all felt a little bit under rehearsed,' she says. 'And at the moment, the songs are so new, I can't even think which I'm most proud of. I know which ones I like the most - Farmers Market and My Sex. They're quite special'. At the moment, their single, Spike Island, seems to be getting loads of radio play and wonderful reviews. Doyle wasn't sure about it at first. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'I was hesitant about writing new songs. It's not an easy thing and I had some reluctance about moving forward in that way,' she says. 'And because I was reluctant, I didn't really expect that everyone else had their own opinions and would be really pleased. I thought, sometimes, if you have your favorite band, and then years later they introduce some new songs, you just want the old stuff. But that doesn't seem to be happening'. However, even though they're oldies, there are a few songs from the vast Pulp repertoire that Doyle finds harder to play than others. 'Dishes is really hard to play because I'm very exposed, while Common People is such a loud song that if you make a slight mistake, you can get away with it,' she says. 'I Spy is really exciting to play live, and to be on stage and playing one of your favorite songs and looking around and the whole band's there and you're all together is an intense thrill'. Doyle's toughness is admirable. As well as not knowing that she's a Shetlander, I didn't realise, until just before our interview, that she suffers from rheumatoid arthritis and has kept it under the radar for years. Now, she's totally open about the condition. It slightly improved after the menopause, as there are links between hormones and the condition. However, she cut down her medication too much, on the last tour, so her knee swelled up and hasn't completely recovered. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad There have been other highs and lows in her epically long career in Pulp. 'The build up to getting famous was really exciting. From '92 up to mid '96, we just got higher and higher and bigger and bigger,' she says. 'It was really, really exciting, and then, and then I was exhausted, and had this big panic attack on tour, and then went off touring. And that was mid June, 1996. And so for the rest of that year and the next year, I felt a bit unstable. I'd say that was the low point'. I mention the recent autobiography, Fingers Crossed: How Music Saved Me From Success, by Lush frontwoman, Miki Berenyi. In it, she shares a lot of the misogyny that was rife in the Nineties, and seemed to be very much knitted into the Britpop scene. Thankfully, Pulp always seemed to be the good guys (and girl). Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Doyle hasn't read the book. However, she tells me that she didn't experience any nefarious behaviour. 'Being this lead singer, she's in a much different position to the one I'm in,' says Doyle, in reference to Berenyi. 'And the thing is, being in a band with Jarvis, he's so charismatic that the rest of the band are quite often overlooked. He just naturally attracts attention. I often thought of leaving the group, because we had some really hard times, but one of the reasons I stayed was because there weren't enough women in groups, and I thought I've got to stay just to show other women that you can do it'.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
9 celebrity homes with star quality
We might not be able to rub shoulders with celebrities but we can get a glimpse of how they live when their homes and hangouts hit the market. From rock star pads to a Hollywood legend's lavish estate, these VIP properties are all up for grabs. As a child, David Bowie and his family lived at a number of addresses across South London. They moved into this unassuming Victorian end-of-terrace house in 1953 when he was six, before upping sticks a year later. On a quiet road and neutrally decorated, it has two reception rooms, two double bedrooms, a galley kitchen, a first-floor bathroom, a good-sized garden and is chain-free. From Leaders. In the early 2000s The Libertines were one of the UK's biggest bands, famed as much for their hellraising as for their music. When they signed up to Rough Trade Records in 2001, founder members Pete Doherty and Carl Barat were provided with this flat as part of the deal. It's spread over two levels and consists of an open plan kitchen living room leading to a private roof terrace, two double bedrooms and a newly-renovated bathroom. Find out more from Dexters. Read more: 8 luxury homes for big-budget buyers Actress Ellie Kemper, star of acclaimed Netflix (NFLX) sitcom Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, is selling her stylish apartment overlooking Central Park. The 3,750 square foot property includes four ensuite bedrooms, a huge living room and adjoining library, a walk-in wine room and a wall of casement windows framing views of the park. It's in a pet-friendly Art Deco building with a doorman, concierge, residents' gym, playroom and even a dog bath. Via Douglas Elliman. Although a movie location rather than A-lister's home, this industrial loft in SoHo is too special to leave out. It had a starring role in The Devil Wears Prada as location where Anne Hathaway's character Andy Sachs meets love interest Christian Thompson, played by Simon Baker. In real life it's currently owned the founders of The Apartment, the USA's first concept design store, and its massive great room has hosted many a swanky bash over the years. Through Brown Harris Stevens Sitting in 74 acres of land, Milhanger offers all the privacy and seclusion that people in the public eye crave. Between 1979 and 2003 this Arts and Crafts mansion was home to Queen's Roger Taylor. It's recently been extended and upgraded. The layout has been rejigged, original features such as fireplaces and an oak staircase were restored and a new orangery has been built. Ideal for large-scale entertaining, it incorporates a cinema, bar, indoor swimming pool and equestrian facilities, and a Grade II-listed former water mill has been converted into guest accommodation. By Knight Frank. Read more: 10 quirky homes with secrets to reveal Fans of Keeping up with the Kardashians will recognise this huge house instantly, as it belongs to the clan's matriarch Kris Jenner and featured regularly throughout the show Keeping Up With The Kardashian's long run. Within an exclusive gated and guarded community it has six ensuite bedrooms, a pool, indoor and outdoor entertainment areas and access to facilities such as tennis courts, a pool, spa, and barbecue centre. Find out more from JamesEdition. From 1984 to 2007, St Catherine's Court was owned by actress Jane Seymour — best known for her roles as Bond girl Solitaire in Live and Let Die and as Dr Quinn Medicine Woman. This Grade-I listed, 11-bedroom Cotswold stone manor house dates from the 16th century and has been fully restored, featuring ornate plasterwork ceilings with wood panelled rooms, mullioned leaded light windows, oak floors and staircases huge fireplaces. The gardens are equally lovely — as are the views over a hidden valley below. Contact Savills. Read more: 10 homes to fall in love with at first sight In 1967, Hollywood icon Audrey Hepburn moved to this 18th century estate near Lake Geneva, which provided the privacy and tranquillity she was after. Combining tradition charm with modern comforts, the 11-bedroom home boasts elegant rooms, high ceilings, tiled and oak parquet floors and beautifully maintained grounds, plus breathtaking views of the lake and Alps. By Barnes Private Office via JamesEdition. Stormzy and Rihanna are just two of the famous names who have stayed on this 380 acre private island, owned by music producer Nigel Frieda since 2004. As well as a state-of-the art recording studio, it includes 38 residential and several commercial properties, a retreat, pub and a hospitality business with an established revenue stream, providing a purchaser with plenty of business opportunities. A jetty, light aircraft strip and helicopter landing area come in handy as the island's cut off from the mainland at high tide. Through Fine & Country. Read more: How higher house prices are impacting young people's finances 10 home upgrades that don't need planning permission What are green mortgages and are they the future?Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
9 celebrity homes with star quality
We might not be able to rub shoulders with celebrities but we can get a glimpse of how they live when their homes and hangouts hit the market. From rock star pads to a Hollywood legend's lavish estate, these VIP properties are all up for grabs. As a child, David Bowie and his family lived at a number of addresses across South London. They moved into this unassuming Victorian end-of-terrace house in 1953 when he was six, before upping sticks a year later. On a quiet road and neutrally decorated, it has two reception rooms, two double bedrooms, a galley kitchen, a first-floor bathroom, a good-sized garden and is chain-free. From Leaders. In the early 2000s The Libertines were one of the UK's biggest bands, famed as much for their hellraising as for their music. When they signed up to Rough Trade Records in 2001, founder members Pete Doherty and Carl Barat were provided with this flat as part of the deal. It's spread over two levels and consists of an open plan kitchen living room leading to a private roof terrace, two double bedrooms and a newly-renovated bathroom. Find out more from Dexters. Read more: 8 luxury homes for big-budget buyers Actress Ellie Kemper, star of acclaimed Netflix (NFLX) sitcom Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, is selling her stylish apartment overlooking Central Park. The 3,750 square foot property includes four ensuite bedrooms, a huge living room and adjoining library, a walk-in wine room and a wall of casement windows framing views of the park. It's in a pet-friendly Art Deco building with a doorman, concierge, residents' gym, playroom and even a dog bath. Via Douglas Elliman. Although a movie location rather than A-lister's home, this industrial loft in SoHo is too special to leave out. It had a starring role in The Devil Wears Prada as location where Anne Hathaway's character Andy Sachs meets love interest Christian Thompson, played by Simon Baker. In real life it's currently owned the founders of The Apartment, the USA's first concept design store, and its massive great room has hosted many a swanky bash over the years. Through Brown Harris Stevens Sitting in 74 acres of land, Milhanger offers all the privacy and seclusion that people in the public eye crave. Between 1979 and 2003 this Arts and Crafts mansion was home to Queen's Roger Taylor. It's recently been extended and upgraded. The layout has been rejigged, original features such as fireplaces and an oak staircase were restored and a new orangery has been built. Ideal for large-scale entertaining, it incorporates a cinema, bar, indoor swimming pool and equestrian facilities, and a Grade II-listed former water mill has been converted into guest accommodation. By Knight Frank. Read more: 10 quirky homes with secrets to reveal Fans of Keeping up with the Kardashians will recognise this huge house instantly, as it belongs to the clan's matriarch Kris Jenner and featured regularly throughout the show Keeping Up With The Kardashian's long run. Within an exclusive gated and guarded community it has six ensuite bedrooms, a pool, indoor and outdoor entertainment areas and access to facilities such as tennis courts, a pool, spa, and barbecue centre. Find out more from JamesEdition. From 1984 to 2007, St Catherine's Court was owned by actress Jane Seymour — best known for her roles as Bond girl Solitaire in Live and Let Die and as Dr Quinn Medicine Woman. This Grade-I listed, 11-bedroom Cotswold stone manor house dates from the 16th century and has been fully restored, featuring ornate plasterwork ceilings with wood panelled rooms, mullioned leaded light windows, oak floors and staircases huge fireplaces. The gardens are equally lovely — as are the views over a hidden valley below. Contact Savills. Read more: 10 homes to fall in love with at first sight In 1967, Hollywood icon Audrey Hepburn moved to this 18th century estate near Lake Geneva, which provided the privacy and tranquillity she was after. Combining tradition charm with modern comforts, the 11-bedroom home boasts elegant rooms, high ceilings, tiled and oak parquet floors and beautifully maintained grounds, plus breathtaking views of the lake and Alps. By Barnes Private Office via JamesEdition. Stormzy and Rihanna are just two of the famous names who have stayed on this 380 acre private island, owned by music producer Nigel Frieda since 2004. As well as a state-of-the art recording studio, it includes 38 residential and several commercial properties, a retreat, pub and a hospitality business with an established revenue stream, providing a purchaser with plenty of business opportunities. A jetty, light aircraft strip and helicopter landing area come in handy as the island's cut off from the mainland at high tide. Through Fine & Country. Read more: How higher house prices are impacting young people's finances 10 home upgrades that don't need planning permission What are green mortgages and are they the future?Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Pulp announce ‘More', their first album in 24 years and share lead single ‘Spike Island'
Pulp have announced More, their first album in 24 years, as well as sharing the anthemic lead single 'Spike Island'. The eighth album from the Sheffield Britpop icons is produced by James Ford and will arrive on June 6, 2025 via Rough Trade Records. It was recorded and mixed at Orbb Studio in Walthamstow, London late last year. 'When we started touring again in 2023, we practiced a new song called 'Hymn of the North' during soundchecks & eventually played it at the end of our second night at Sheffield Arena,' said Jarvis Cocker of the album. 'This seemed to open the floodgates: we came up with the rest of the songs on this album during the first half of 2024. A couple are revivals of ideas from last century. The music for one song was written by Richard Hawley. The music for another was written by Jason Buckle. The Eno family sing backing vocals on a song. There are string arrangements written by Richard Jones & played by the Elysian Collective. He added: 'These are the facts. We hope you enjoy the music. It was written & performed by four human beings from the North of England, aided & abetted by five other human beings from various locations in the British Isles. No A.I. was involved during the process.' Of the lead single, the band explained that the idea came from Jason Buckle (Relaxed Muscle) who co-wrote the song and went to Stone Roses' infamous Spike Island gig. Buckle explained that a DJ there shouted, 'Spike Island, come alive!', with the phrase getting into Cocker's mind, despite not going to the gig. Cocker added that the album is dedicated to Steve Mackey, the band's longtime bassist who died in March 2023. Limited editions of the album will be available on vinyl. Along with a double LP cut at 45 rpm, which will be exclusive to Pulp's online shop and Rough Trade Records' webstore, there will also be four single-disc colour vinyl pressings that have been both handpicked and named by Jarvis Cocker personally. You can check out the track-list in full below. 1. 'Spike Island'2. 'Tina'3. 'Grown Ups'4. 'Slow Jam'5. 'Farmers Market'6. 'My Sex'7. 'Got To Have Love'8. 'Background Noise'9. 'Partial Eclipse'10. 'The Hymn of the North'11. 'A Sunset' This summer will also see Pulp head out on a 2025 UK and Ireland arena tour.
