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Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kylie Minogue Joins Prestigious ‘21 Club' at London's O2 Arena
Kylie Minogue is the latest musician – and the first female performer – to join the prestigious '21 Club' at London's O2 Arena. As per Rolling Stone Australia, the honor is bestowed upon performers who have performed 21 or more sold-out shows at the English venue. For Minogue, the admission to the club follows on from her four recent performances at the venue as part of her global Tension Tour – bringing her final tally to 24. More from Billboard 7 Fabulous Moments From Kylie Minogue's Madison Square Garden Show Kevin Parker Previews New Tame Impala Music During Barcelona DJ Set 'Maybe Happy Ending,' 'Sunset Blvd.' Win Key 2025 Tony Awards: Full Winners List The club was first launched in 2007 to mark Prince's record-breaking run of 21 sold-out shows at the venue, and since then only seven other performers have been inducted, including Michael Bublé, Take That, One Direction, Drake, Young Voices, Micky Flanagan and Michael McIntyre. Michael Jackson's 50-date This Is It residency would have seen him become the second artist inducted into the club, though these shows were cancelled following his premature death in June 2009. Minogue first performed at the venue in July 2008, just over a year on from its initial opening, and will receive a bespoke 'key to the venue' as part of her induction. 'The 'O2 21 Club.' London …. you know how much I love you already but THISSSS was special,' Minogue wrote of the honor on social media. 'To be the first female headliner to make the club and join PRINCE!!! Wowwwwwww. THANK YOU.' 'It's a huge achievement to join the exclusive 21 Club at The O2, and we couldn't be happier that Kylie is the first female to do so,' added Emma Bownes, Senior Vice President of Venue Programming at AEG Europe. 'She is a phenomenon, a true music icon, and we're beyond grateful she's brought so many of her incredible tours here. We hope there are plenty more to come.' Minogue's impressive feat follows on from another legacy-related milestone in February, where she was honored with a star at the Melbourne Park sporting complex in her hometown of Melbourne, Australia. Coinciding with the third of three consecutive performances at the city's 14,820-capacity Rod Laver Arena, it also coincided with Minogue's first performance at the venue back in Feb. 1990 when it was then known as the National Tennis Centre. Since her debut at Rod Laver Arena 35 years ago, Minogue has gone on to play 30 shows at Melbourne Park, amassing sales of more than 350,000 tickets in the process. Her three recent dates brought that total to 33 performances with an additional 36,000 ticket sales, making her one of the most successful artists to ever perform at the Melbourne destination. Minogue's Tension tour continues throughout Europe across June and July, before wrapping in South America the following month. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Glasgow Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Hundreds participate in Glasgow's giant Kylie Minogue game
A free buzz wire game was held at the Buchanan Galleries on Friday, June 6, inspired by Kylie Minogue's Tension Tour, which arrived in Glasgow on the same day. The fun game saw hundreds of fans and shoppers take part on the ground floor near the Flower Wall by John Lewis. Read more: I saw Kylie Minogue at the Hydro in Glasgow - it was a legendary performance (Image: Supplied) (Image: Supplied) (Image: Supplied) (Image: Supplied) Participants were given three chances to complete the wire challenge without setting off the buzzer. All those who managed to beat the difficult challenge were entered into a draw for the chance to take home Kylie-themed prizes, including tour T-shirts, tote bags, necklaces, caps, and Tension vinyl records. Kathy Murdoch, centre director at Buchanan Galleries, said: "We love to enhance our visitors' experiences – whether they're shopping for an event, the next season's must-haves, or coming simply to soak up the atmosphere."
Glasgow Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Train station renamed ahead of Kylie Minogue's Glasgow show
The station is on a busy Glasgow commuter line, and ScotRail has announced the temporary renaming to share fans' excitement for the gig. ScotRail announced that Barrhead station was to be known as 'Can't Get You Out Of My Barrhead' for the day. The train provider took to social media to share the funny update, saying: "Welcome back to bonnie Scotland, Kylie Minogue." One fan joked in the comments: " It would work better without the 'my' as that would fit the music… it could also then be used as a cancellation message." Train station renamed ahead of Kylie Minogue's Glasgow show (Image: Newsquest) READ MORE: I saw Kylie Minogue at the Hydro in Glasgow - my verdict Tonight is the second stop in Glasgow on Kylie's The Tension Tour and the final show on the UK leg of the tour. The Queen of Pop was in Birmingham last night and posted an update to fans. She said: "Another amazing Birmingham night!! Just one show left on the UK leg of the Tension Tour. See you soooon, Glasgow!" The Glasgow Times was at Kylie's previous show at the OVO back in May. READ MORE: Giant Kylie Minogue buzz wire game coming to Glasgow Given a five-star review, the Aussie superstar completely blew the roof off the Hydro with her incredible show. She performed all of her greatest hits, and fans heading there tonight will be in for a treat. The show was a sell-out but limited resale tickets are available, with a few seats left for over £200 each. What you need to know 18:30 Doors Open 19:30 Event Starts 22:30 Event Finishes Support act: Jodie Harsh
Glasgow Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Giant Kylie Minogue buzz wire game coming to Glasgow
The free, one-day-only buzz wire game will be available at Buchanan Galleries on Friday, June 6, and is inspired by Kylie Minogue's Tension Tour, which arrives in Glasgow on the same day. Kathy Murdoch, centre director at Buchanan Galleries, said: "We're spinning around with excitement to welcome Kylie Minogue back to Glasgow and marking the occasion with our free giant wire buzzer game – guaranteed to get hearts racing and pulses rising. "We love to enhance our visitors' experiences – whether they're shopping for an event, the next season's must-haves, or coming simply to soak up the atmosphere. "Whether you're a lifelong Kylie lover or just want to feel the tension, don't miss your chance to test your nerve, feel the pressure, and take the challenge in our one-day-only, fun game." (Image: Supplied) Read more: Kylie Minogue fans offered 'fun' hotel package ahead of Glasgow gig Located on the ground floor near the Flower Wall by John Lewis, the challenge gives contestants three chances to complete the game without setting off the buzzer. Those who succeed will be in with a chance of winning Kylie-themed prizes, including tour T-shirts, tote bags, necklaces, caps, and Tension vinyl records. The event is open to visitors and fans of all ages, with prizes available while stocks last.
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Kylie Minogue breaks down in tears onstage as she celebrates huge milestone
Kylie Minogue broke down in tears onstage during her concert at the O2 arena tonight, as the singer celebrated a huge milestone in music Kylie Minogue was seen breaking down in tears on stage during her show at the O2 arena, London tonight. The Australian singer, who kickstarted her music career in 1987 was presented with an award for headlining 21 shows at the arena during the course of her career. The Padam Padam singer, 57, became the first female artist to join the venue's 21 Club as she stopped off for her Tension Tour. The legendary club honours acts who have played the arena 21 times or more and includes huge stars including Michael Bublé, Take That, One Direction and Drake. Celebrating her sixteenth studio album, Kylie performed her latest tour at the prestigious arena four times - bringing her total up to 24 overall. The star had no problems filling up the 20,000 capacity arena each night, and tonight all 20,000 were behind the star as she broke down in tears. Speaking on the emotional moment, a source in attendance told the Mirror: "Kylie was really emotional and fought back the tears as she addressed the crowd. It was clear the achievement meant a lot to her. "She proudly showed her award off to the crowd which marked 21 shows at the O2 - becoming the first female artist to do so. Tonight was actually her 24th show at the prestigious arena. She began crying as she shared that news to the crowd, it was a really touching moment as she reflected on her career. "Everyone in the arena supported her and had her back. It was clear she appreciated the love and support of her fans, as she always has." Kylie's friends and fans have come out in full force to support her on her mammoth tour, with Britain's Got Talent star Amanda Holden turning up to support her friend on Monday night. The BGT host was in her element at her friends gig, as she danced alongside fellow BGT judge Bruno Tonioli and BBC co-star Alan Carr. Louise Redknapp was also part of the long list of celebrities to show support to the Can't Get You Out Of My Head singer on social media. Taking to Instagram this morning, Kylie posted a range of pictures and videos from her O2 shows, alongside the caption: "Another amazing night at the O2. Here we go again!!!! Let's go London!" After wrapping up her London shows, the singer will be heading to Birmingham and Glasgow before heading of to Europe, staring in Berlin. It's been a busy year for the star, who kicked off the tour in Australia at the start of the year, before travelling to the United States and later stopping off in the United Kingdom.
