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The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Olly Murs lifts lid on boozy nights out and reveals drink he can no longer touch as he launches brand new single
EVERYONE's favourite cheeky chappy Olly Murs is back with a new single, Save Me. In what may be the most relatable track of the year, Olly sings about his messy nights out, losing his wallet and being sick in the back of a cab. Advertisement 7 Singer Olly Murs is back with a new single, Save Me Credit: Supplied 7 Olly sings about his messy nights out on new track Save Me He told Bizarre: 'It is nice not to be writing a song about being in love and how we are happy together. This is more the grittiness of life. 'For me, a drink I can't touch is Sambuca – no night ever started well on Sambuca. It was the first shot you would take when you're 18 or 19. 'Even when I smell it now, it takes me back to when I was first sick or threw up in the taxi. I stay away from it now.' Laughing, he added: 'I'm 41 years of age. I've had some messy nights. My worst ever hangover was actually on Christmas Eve eve. Advertisement Read more on Olly Murs 'We went out to Winter Wonderland and I did lose my wallet, and two guys dressed as Mario and Luigi found it in the toilets. I had to drive to Luton the next day to get it back.' Olly, who is expecting his second child with wife Amelia, revealed fatherhood has made him 'tone it down'. He said: 'I have to be up early to help my wife and do the morning shifts. "Don't get me wrong, there are still occasions where I go out, but it's not the same. Rest is key.' Advertisement Most read in Bizarre Latest Save Me comes ahead of the release of Olly's first album in three years before 2025 is out. He teased: 'I've been writing since the end of last year. I didn't want to do what people expected of me. I wanted to come back fresh with something different.' He added: 'My album is finished. I'm super excited. It wasn't planned. I'm just rolling with it. 'I think the most important thing is I have a good work-life balance with my job, my wife and my kids. Advertisement "I'm just happy, man. You only get one chance, there is no sequel. "I am doing music I want to do rather than what people want me to do.' UNION'S GEORGE GETS WASTED IN NEW BAND 7 George Shelley, who was previously part of Union J, has created a new band called Lightlines Credit: Courtney Philip 7 British singer Jorja Smith has put out her single With You Credit: supplied Advertisement GEORGE SHELLEY, who was previously part of Union J, has created a new band called Lightlines, and they have just released their debut single Wasted. The singer has teamed up with guitarist Alex Pothecary and drummer Will Jackson for the group. Speaking about the song, George said: 'I wrote Wasted in the aftermath of a breakdown. It's me reclaiming my power, my self-worth and setting boundaries. 'Wasted is me saying no, taking back control of my life. And it is the release that came with finally letting go.' Advertisement Another former boy-bander, The Wanted's Nathan Sykes, has also dropped a new tune called Getting Lost, which will feature on his long-awaited second solo album Ultraviolet, out on October 17. Brilliant British singer Jorja Smith has put out her single With You, while Ayra Starr has dropped Hot Body to get you dancing this summer. And make sure you check out the second album from indie rockers THE K'S. Called Pretty On The Internet, it is out today. SHE'S CHERRY EMOTIONAL 7 Singer Mabel with her mum Neneh Cherry Credit: PA Advertisement MABEL should slide some tissues into mum Neneh Cherry's handbag on the day of her upcoming wedding to Sony A&R Preye Crooks. The pop star told Michael Dapaah's YouTube show: 'My mum just cries all the time because she's so excited.' She added later: 'One time a guy pulled up to my house in a Lamborghini and I remember my dad being like, 'Never bring a man to my house again until you're serious'. 'The next guy he met was Preye.' Advertisement MERYL'S BACK IN PRADA 7 Meryl Streep in a purple blouse and shades as filming begins for The Devil Wears Prada sequel Credit: Getty THROW away your spring florals, Miranda Priestly is back in town. She wore a purple blouse and shades as she shot scenes with Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci in New York. Advertisement The 2006 original has become a cult classic and when this new movie comes out next May, it's bound to cause another splash. LEAVING IS HARD FOR BILLIE 7 Billie Eilish performing during her Hit Me Hard And Soft tour Credit: getty At the gig at Manchester's Co-op Live, Billie said: 'This tour has been so wonderful and beautiful and amazing. Advertisement 'It's really weird to be somewhere so beautiful and have such an amazing experience . . . while the world is going through so much horror – especially back home in the US. 'It's a weird, false reality to be doing something so fun when so many people are suffering. 'Anyway, I want to send my love to all those who need it in the war. I love you guys so much.' Billie also revealed her brother and collaborator Finneas was in the crowd, along with her parents. Advertisement She added: 'I also have to thank my amazing tour team and crew who work so hard to put this show together every night. 'I want to thank my brother Finneas, who is here, and both my parents, who are also in this room. 'It's been so wonderful that you guys are here and I get to do this show every night – it's such an amazing experience. I feel so lucky.' FANS GET FREE ROLL HELLO Fresh has come up with a novel idea to ensure Oasis fans living near Wembley Stadium line their stomachs ahead of their first show in the capital tonight. Helping fans to Roll With It, quite literally, the food delivery company is including a free brioche bun to customers living in the HA9 and HA0 postcodes. Fans have to sign up to get the free vegan cob with their meal kit, with each bun – made by local company Bake + Brew – stamped with the title of NOEL and Liam Gallagher's 1995 hit. It'll certainly help soak up the booze. TOM PETTY's acclaimed documentary Somewhere You Feel Free: The Making Of Wildflowers is coming out on blu-ray on September 12. Advertisement It's the first time the film has been released in a physical format and fans will also get 30 minutes of bonus content, along with four of Tom's music videos. The docu captures two years of the rocker's life from 1993 when he first worked with producer Rick Rubin.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Olly Murs lifts lid on boozy nights out and reveals drink he can no longer touch as he launches brand new single
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EVERYONE's favourite cheeky chappy Olly Murs is back with a new single, Save Me. In what may be the most relatable track of the year, Olly sings about his messy nights out, losing his wallet and being sick in the back of a cab. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 7 Singer Olly Murs is back with a new single, Save Me Credit: Supplied 7 Olly sings about his messy nights out on new track Save Me He told Bizarre: 'It is nice not to be writing a song about being in love and how we are happy together. This is more the grittiness of life. 'For me, a drink I can't touch is Sambuca – no night ever started well on Sambuca. It was the first shot you would take when you're 18 or 19. 'Even when I smell it now, it takes me back to when I was first sick or threw up in the taxi. I stay away from it now.' Laughing, he added: 'I'm 41 years of age. I've had some messy nights. My worst ever hangover was actually on Christmas Eve eve. 'We went out to Winter Wonderland and I did lose my wallet, and two guys dressed as Mario and Luigi found it in the toilets. I had to drive to Luton the next day to get it back.' Olly, who is expecting his second child with wife Amelia, revealed fatherhood has made him 'tone it down'. He said: 'I have to be up early to help my wife and do the morning shifts. "Don't get me wrong, there are still occasions where I go out, but it's not the same. Rest is key.' Save Me comes ahead of the release of Olly's first album in three years before 2025 is out. He teased: 'I've been writing since the end of last year. I didn't want to do what people expected of me. I wanted to come back fresh with something different.' He added: 'My album is finished. I'm super excited. It wasn't planned. I'm just rolling with it. 'I think the most important thing is I have a good work-life balance with my job, my wife and my kids. "I'm just happy, man. You only get one chance, there is no sequel. "I am doing music I want to do rather than what people want me to do.' UNION'S GEORGE GETS WASTED IN NEW BAND 7 George Shelley, who was previously part of Union J, has created a new band called Lightlines Credit: Courtney Philip 7 British singer Jorja Smith has put out her single With You Credit: supplied GEORGE SHELLEY, who was previously part of Union J, has created a new band called Lightlines, and they have just released their debut single Wasted. The singer has teamed up with guitarist Alex Pothecary and drummer Will Jackson for the group. Speaking about the song, George said: 'I wrote Wasted in the aftermath of a breakdown. It's me reclaiming my power, my self-worth and setting boundaries. 'Wasted is me saying no, taking back control of my life. And it is the release that came with finally letting go.' Another former boy-bander, The Wanted's Nathan Sykes, has also dropped a new tune called Getting Lost, which will feature on his long-awaited second solo album Ultraviolet, out on October 17. Brilliant British singer Jorja Smith has put out her single With You, while Ayra Starr has dropped Hot Body to get you dancing this summer. And make sure you check out the second album from indie rockers THE K'S. Called Pretty On The Internet, it is out today. SHE'S CHERRY EMOTIONAL 7 Singer Mabel with her mum Neneh Cherry Credit: PA MABEL should slide some tissues into mum Neneh Cherry's handbag on the day of her upcoming wedding to Sony A&R Preye Crooks. The pop star told Michael Dapaah's YouTube show: 'My mum just cries all the time because she's so excited.' She added later: 'One time a guy pulled up to my house in a Lamborghini and I remember my dad being like, 'Never bring a man to my house again until you're serious'. 'The next guy he met was Preye.' MERYL'S BACK IN PRADA 7 Meryl Streep in a purple blouse and shades as filming begins for The Devil Wears Prada sequel Credit: Getty THROW away your spring florals, Miranda Priestly is back in town. Meryl Streep has been snapped back in character as the top fashion editor as work gets under way on The Devil Wears Prada sequel. She wore a purple blouse and shades as she shot scenes with Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci in New York. The 2006 original has become a cult classic and when this new movie comes out next May, it's bound to cause another splash. LEAVING IS HARD FOR BILLIE 7 Billie Eilish performing during her Hit Me Hard And Soft tour Credit: getty BILLIE EILISH got emotional at the last UK show of her Hit Me Hard And Soft tour. At the gig at Manchester's Co-op Live, Billie said: 'This tour has been so wonderful and beautiful and amazing. 'It's really weird to be somewhere so beautiful and have such an amazing experience . . . while the world is going through so much horror – especially back home in the US. 'It's a weird, false reality to be doing something so fun when so many people are suffering. 'Anyway, I want to send my love to all those who need it in the war. I love you guys so much.' Billie also revealed her brother and collaborator Finneas was in the crowd, along with her parents. She added: 'I also have to thank my amazing tour team and crew who work so hard to put this show together every night. 'I want to thank my brother Finneas, who is here, and both my parents, who are also in this room. 'It's been so wonderful that you guys are here and I get to do this show every night – it's such an amazing experience. I feel so lucky.' FANS GET FREE ROLL HELLO Fresh has come up with a novel idea to ensure Oasis fans living near Wembley Stadium line their stomachs ahead of their first show in the capital tonight. Helping fans to Roll With It, quite literally, the food delivery company is including a free brioche bun to customers living in the HA9 and HA0 postcodes. Fans have to sign up to get the free vegan cob with their meal kit, with each bun – made by local company Bake + Brew – stamped with the title of NOEL and Liam Gallagher's 1995 hit. It'll certainly help soak up the booze. TOM PETTY's acclaimed documentary Somewhere You Feel Free: The Making Of Wildflowers is coming out on blu-ray on September 12. It's the first time the film has been released in a physical format and fans will also get 30 minutes of bonus content, along with four of Tom's music videos. The docu captures two years of the rocker's life from 1993 when he first worked with producer Rick Rubin.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Olly Murs lifts lid on boozy nights out and reveals drink he can no longer touch as he launches brand new single
EVERYONE's favourite cheeky chappy Olly Murs is back with a new single, Save Me. In what may be the most relatable track of the year, Olly sings about his messy nights out, losing his wallet and being sick in the back of a cab. He told Bizarre: 'It is nice not to be writing a song about being in love and how we are happy together. This is more the grittiness of life. 'For me, a drink I can't touch is Sambuca – no night ever started well on Sambuca. It was the first shot you would take when you're 18 or 19. 'Even when I smell it now, it takes me back to when I was first sick or threw up in the taxi. I stay away from it now.' Laughing, he added: 'I'm 41 years of age. I've had some messy nights. My worst ever hangover was actually on Christmas Eve eve. 'We went out to Winter Wonderland and I did lose my wallet, and two guys dressed as Mario and Luigi found it in the toilets. I had to drive to Luton the next day to get it back.' Olly, who is expecting his second child with wife Amelia, revealed fatherhood has made him 'tone it down'. He said: 'I have to be up early to help my wife and do the morning shifts. "Don't get me wrong, there are still occasions where I go out, but it's not the same. Rest is key.' Save Me comes ahead of the release of Olly's first album in three years before 2025 is out. He teased: 'I've been writing since the end of last year. I didn't want to do what people expected of me. I wanted to come back fresh with something different.' He added: 'My album is finished. I'm super excited. It wasn't planned. I'm just rolling with it. 'I think the most important thing is I have a good work-life balance with my job, my wife and my kids. "I'm just happy, man. You only get one chance, there is no sequel. "I am doing music I want to do rather than what people want me to do.' UNION'S GEORGE GETS WASTED IN NEW BAND 7 7 GEORGE SHELLEY, who was previously part of Union J, has created a new band called Lightlines, and they have just released their debut single Wasted. The singer has teamed up with guitarist Alex Pothecary and drummer Will Jackson for the group. Speaking about the song, George said: 'I wrote Wasted in the aftermath of a breakdown. It's me reclaiming my power, my self-worth and setting boundaries. 'Wasted is me saying no, taking back control of my life. And it is the release that came with finally letting go.' Another former boy-bander, The Wanted's Nathan Sykes, has also dropped a new tune called Getting Lost, which will feature on his long-awaited second solo album Ultraviolet, out on October 17. Brilliant British singer Jorja Smith has put out her single With You, while Ayra Starr has dropped Hot Body to get you dancing this summer. And make sure you check out the second album from indie rockers THE K'S. Called Pretty On The Internet, it is out today. SHE'S CHERRY EMOTIONAL 7 MABEL should slide some tissues into mum Neneh Cherry's handbag on the day of her upcoming wedding to Sony A&R Preye Crooks. The pop star told Michael Dapaah's YouTube show: 'My mum just cries all the time because she's so excited.' She added later: 'One time a guy pulled up to my house in a Lamborghini and I remember my dad being like, 'Never bring a man to my house again until you're serious'. 'The next guy he met was Preye.' MERYL'S BACK IN PRADA 7 THROW away your spring florals, Miranda Priestly is back in town. Meryl Streep has been snapped back in character as the top fashion editor as work gets under way on The Devil Wears Prada sequel. She wore a purple blouse and shades as she shot scenes with Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci in New York. The 2006 original has become a cult classic and when this new movie comes out next May, it's bound to cause another splash. LEAVING IS HARD FOR BILLIE 7 BILLIE EILISH got emotional at the last UK show of her Hit Me Hard And Soft tour. At the gig at Manchester's Co-op Live, Billie said: 'This tour has been so wonderful and beautiful and amazing. 'It's really weird to be somewhere so beautiful and have such an amazing experience . . . while the world is going through so much horror – especially back home in the US. 'It's a weird, false reality to be doing something so fun when so many people are suffering. 'Anyway, I want to send my love to all those who need it in the war. I love you guys so much.' Billie also revealed her brother and collaborator Finneas was in the crowd, along with her parents. She added: 'I also have to thank my amazing tour team and crew who work so hard to put this show together every night. 'I want to thank my brother Finneas, who is here, and both my parents, who are also in this room. 'It's been so wonderful that you guys are here and I get to do this show every night – it's such an amazing experience. I feel so lucky.' FANS GET FREE ROLL HELLO Fresh has come up with a novel idea to ensure Oasis fans living near Wembley Stadium line their stomachs ahead of their first show in the capital tonight. Helping fans to Roll With It, quite literally, the food delivery company is including a free brioche bun to customers living in the HA9 and HA0 postcodes. Fans have to sign up to get the free vegan cob with their meal kit, with each bun – made by local company Bake + Brew – stamped with the title of NOEL and Liam Gallagher's 1995 hit. It'll certainly help soak up the booze. TOM PETTY's acclaimed documentary Somewhere You Feel Free: The Making Of Wildflowers is coming out on blu-ray on September 12. It's the first time the film has been released in a physical format and fans will also get 30 minutes of bonus content, along with four of Tom's music videos. The docu captures two years of the rocker's life from 1993 when he first worked with producer Rick Rubin.
Metro
16-07-2025
- Metro
Heartbroken mum dies a year after son, 6, was killed by drink-driver
Friends have paid tribute to a mum who died a year after her six-year-old son was killed by a drink and drug-fuelled driver. Gemma Painter, 29, was left devastated following the loss of young son Leo in a horrific crash last February. He had just been collected from school by Claire Adkins, 39, who was escorting him to his foster home, when uninsured Joe-Lewis Tyler smashed into them at 90mph in Worcester. Claire and taxi driver Courtney Hemming, 26, were killed instantly, while Leo died of his injuries in hospital on February 22. At the time of his death, Gemma had been looking forward to Leo coming to live with her again. She said Leo's loss had 'broken' her, adding: 'He changed my life when I had him and I just want to make sure he knows how much he was loved and how much he will be remembered by everyone.' Speaking after laying flowers at the scene of the collision, she told reporters: 'He always had a smile on his face and was a bundle of fun. 'I'm heartbroken that I won't see him again. He loved PAW Patrol and I gave him a pair of pyjamas with his favourite characters on. 'He said he loved wearing 'Mummy's pyjamas'.' Gemma, who battled mental health problems following his death, died 'peacefully' at home on June 30. Her family revealed she has 'saved' four people through organ donations. Friend Beth Munden is now organising a fun day event to raise money for Gemma's funeral and raise awareness about mental health. She said: 'Sadly on June 30, Gemma passed away peacefully. She was the life of the party. She was hilarious. 'You could be having your worst day possible, and you could be speaking to Gemma, and you'd feel alright again. 'She'd rather help out other people than help herself.' A GoFundMe page has so far raised more than £2,800. An inquest into Gemma's death will take place next March. Tyler was jailed for 18 years at Worcester Crown Court last August. The court heard he had been involved in two near-miss incidents in the minutes before the fatal crash after leaving the West Midlands Tavern. A bartender estimated he had downed around five pints of lager and four rounds of Sambuca and Jagermeister shots before he and his friend were asked to leave for being loud. A driver who witnessed the BMW before the collision said she feared for her life as the vehicle hit standing water on the road and nearly veered into her as she drove in the opposite direction. Tyler had just previously lost control and 'spun' the BMW, which he had borrowed from someone else and for which the temporary insurance had ran out around 90 minutes before the fatal crash, as he tried to negotiate a turn. A post-collision analysis found that Tyler had somewhere between 103 and 215mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood, with the legal limit being 80mg per 100ml, and had also previously taken cocaine and cannabis. Judge James Burbidge KC said Ms Hemming would not have been able to anticipate that the BMW driven by Tyler would have been going at speeds of around 90mph on a day where it was raining and some roads had been left partially flooded. 'You caused catastrophic injuries to Courtney, Claire and Leo and from those injuries they could not be saved,' he told Tyler. 'I'm grateful for the photos of each victim I have been given because it is important for the court to remember the vibrant lives of those who have been taken. 'Courtney was looking forward to being married, her son has been left without a mother at the age of nine. 'Claire's three lads, now without a mother. Leo had barely started his life, aged six. 'Your actions have had a devastating effect on the victims and the various family members who have suffered as a result of your dangerous and selfish actions. 'They will remain bereft.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Triple murderer Nicholas Prosper spared whole life sentence after appeal refused MORE: Five key questions answered about the Trump administration's Epstein files chaos MORE: Why was the Sycamore Gap tree cut down and who was responsible?
Daily Record
16-07-2025
- Daily Record
Mum dies after young son killed by drunk driver on way home from school
Gemma Painter, 29, had been looking forward to six-year-old Leo coming to live with her again when he was killed by drunk and drug-fuelled driver Joe-Lewis Tyler. A devastated mother has died a year after her young son lost his life to a drink-and-drug -fuelled driver. Gemma Painter, 29, was left heartbroken after the death of six-year-old Leo last February. The young lad had just been picked up from school when the taxi he was travelling in was struck by Joe-Lewis Tyler, 34, behind the wheel of a stolen BMW 3 Series. Tyler had consumed approximately five pints of lager and four rounds of Sambuca and Jagermeister shots before he and an accomplice took the vehicle. Harrowing CCTV footage showed the moment the grey BMW crashed into the white Ford Mondeo taxi that was transporting Leo. The taxi driver, Courtney Hemming, 26, and 39-year-old Claire Adkins, who was accompanying Leo to his foster home, were pronounced dead at the scene. Leo was taken to hospital urgently but succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter, reports the Mirror. At the time of the tragic incident, Gemma had been eagerly anticipating the return of Leo to live with her. While laying flowers where the accident occurred, she made a touching tribute to her son, who adored PAW Patrol. She said: "He always had a smile on his face and was a bundle of fun. I'm heartbroken that I won't see him again. He loved PAW Patrol and I gave him a pair of pyjamas with his favourite characters on. He said he loved wearing 'Mummy's pyjamas'." Following a struggle with mental health issues after her son's passing, Gemma died "peacefully" at her residence on June 30. Her bereaved family honoured Gemma's memory and disclosed that her organ donations have saved the lives of four individuals. Gemma's sister Kenzie Beck shared: "She'll be greatly missed by many people. She was always kind and caring and would always stick up for anyone. I think it's nice to know that so many people loved and cared about her. She's gone on to save four people in organ donations." Her mate Beth Munden is now putting together a fun day event to collect funds for Gemma's funeral and to highlight the importance of mental health. Beth said: "Sadly on Monday 30th June 2025, Gemma passed away peacefully. She was the life of the party. She was hilarious. You could be having your worst day possible, and you could be speaking to Gemma, and you'd feel alright again. She'd rather help out other people than help herself". A GoFundMe page has already gathered over £2,700. An inquest into her death is scheduled for next March. Tyler received an 18-year sentence at Worcester Crown Court last August. He had previously pleaded guilty to three counts each of causing death by dangerous driving and driving without insurance. The court was informed that he had up to 215 milligrams of alcohol per 100ml of blood – exceeding the legal limit of 80ml. Blood tests also indicated significant levels of cocaine and cannabis. It was heard that Tyler had been drinking with his friend Miles Smith-Green at the West Midlands Tavern in Worcester, where they won £100 on the fruit machines. After consuming five pints of lager and four shots, including Sambuca and Jagerbombs, the duo were asked to leave the pub due to their unruly behaviour. They proceeded to get into a stolen BMW and sped off towards Badsey, Evesham, Worcestershire, without bothering to fasten their seatbelts. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. One motorist recounted that the vehicle was moving so swiftly she felt "fearful for her safety", while another described how Tyler nearly collided with her car at speeds reaching 100mph. She recounted the harrowing incident as akin to a "near death experience". Another witness commented on Tyler's reckless driving, suggesting he had a "death wish". During the sentencing, Judge James Burbidge addressed Tyler, stating: "Your actions have had a devastating effect on the victims as a result of your dangerous and selfish actions. They will remain bereft."
