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Toronto Sun
5 days ago
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- Toronto Sun
'She should come here': Premier Moe on Chappell Roan's Saskatchewan name-drop
Published Aug 06, 2025 • 1 minute read Chappell Roan performs onstage at the 67th annual GRAMMY Awards Pre-GRAMMY Gala and GRAMMY Salute to Industry Icons honoring Jody Gerson on February 01, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo byfor The Recording Academy ) American pop star Chappell Roan has stirred up quite the 'Femininomenon' for fans in Saskatchewan, and the premier hopes it means she'll do a show in his province. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Scott Moe told The Evan Bray Show on Rawlco Radio that the Good Luck Babe singer is one of many artists to mention Saskatchewan in their music. In The Subway , her new song about post-breakup frustration, Roan name-drops Saskatchewan, and politicians, drag queens and tourism agencies have taken note. She currently has no Canadian tour dates, but Roan has said she can't sing about Saskatchewan and not play a show there. Roan made headlines during the Stanley Cup playoffs this year, when the Edmonton Oilers began playing her song Pink Pony Club after a win. Moe says many people, including Oilers fans, would look forward to attending one of her shows in Saskatchewan. 'She should come here. I'm sure many of the Oiler fans would certainly go to the concert as well,' Moe said Wednesday on the radio show. 'We've had many artists mention Saskatchewan over the last number of decades. Some spent time here, like Johnny Cash, for example, and others. So we would hope that she would come to Saskatchewan.' RECOMMENDED VIDEO Love concerts, but can't make it to the venue? Stream live shows and events from your couch with VEEPS, a music-first streaming service now operating in Canada. Click here for an introductory offer of 30% off. Explore upcoming concerts and the extensive archive of past performances. World Celebrity Columnists Golf Editorial Cartoons
Extra.ie
29-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Final farewell: Ozzy Osbourne funeral details revealed
Fans will be able to pay their final respects to Ozzy Osbourne as his body is brought back to his home city for a procession on Wednesday. The singer, who left behind an estimated net worth of $220 million, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 'surrounded by loved ones' at the age of 76. The Black Sabbath frontman's hearse will make its way through Birmingham, travelling alongside his family to Broad Street from 1pm, the city council has announced. Ozzy Osbourne. Pic:The cortege, accompanied by musicians Bostin Brass, will stop at the Black Sabbath bridge and bench, where thousands of fans have been gathering since the heavy metal icon died last week aged 76 to leave flowers and tributes. The event is expected to draw huge crowds as fans gather to say goodbye to the pioneer of heavy metal, giving his family an opportunity to see the memories and tributes left by those who loved him. Birmingham Lord Mayor Zafar Iqbal said the city where Osbourne grew up will give him the 'farewell he deserves'. Ozzy Osbourne and daughter Kelly Osbourne. Pic:He said: 'Ozzy was more than a music legend – he was a son of Birmingham. 'Having recently been awarded the Freedom of the City and following his celebrated appearance at the Back to the Beginning concert at Villa Park earlier this month, it was important to the city that we support a fitting, dignified tribute ahead of a private family funeral. 'We know how much this moment will mean to his fans. Kelly Osbourne, Ozzy Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne. Pic:for The Recording Academy 'We're proud to host it here with his loving family in the place where it all began, and we are grateful that they have generously offered to pay to enable this to happen and support the city is giving him the farewell he deserves.' The city council said it had worked 'at pace' to co-ordinate a respectful and safe public event in co-ordination with the Osbourne family ahead of a private funeral. Broad Street will be closed to traffic from 7am and buses and trams will be diverted.
Extra.ie
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Kelly Osbourne's heartbreaking tribute to dad Ozzy
Kelly Osbourne has referenced her father Ozzy's music in a heartbreaking tribute to her late dad. Ozzy passed away on Tuesday (July 22) following a lengthy battle with Parkinson's Disease, aged 76. His death came just weeks after his farewell concert with the original lineup of Black Sabbath, in their native Aston in Birmingham as they played in Villa Park. Tributes have been paid to the Prince of Darkness following his death and storied career, with Kelly — who had a career in music and reality TV of her own as well as being a panellist on The View — paying a heartbreaking tribute to her father, referencing his own lyrics on her Instagram stories. Kelly Osbourne has referenced her father Ozzy's music in a heartbreaking tribute to her late dad. Pic:for The Recording Academy Taking a line from the song Changes, Kelly wrote 'I feel unhappy, I feel so sad. I lost the best friend I ever had,' alongside a heartbreak emoji. Black Sabbath released the song in 1972 on their Vol 4 album, before Ozzy re-released the song in 2003 as a duet with his daughter. Kelly had posted a sweet video of Ozzy with her two-year-old son Sidney just two days before his death, saying good morning to the camera and panning to her dad, who was wearing headphones before telling the camera good morning. Kelly made a reference to the song Changes in a moving tribute to her late dad. Pic:Kelly is the second youngest of Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne's six children, and was a highlight of the reality show that followed her family in the 2000s where she was a typical teenager with angst and teenage humour. In 2002, she released her debut album Shut Up, which included a cover of Papa Don't Preach, in 2002, followed by Sleep in Nothing in 2005. She also got engaged to her partner, Slipknot DJ Sid Wilson, following her father's final concert with Black Sabbath. The couple share one son in Sidney. Ozzy passed away on Tuesday, July 22. Pic:Sharon has also responded to individual tributes to her late husband, who left behind a staggering €187.24 million fortune, including musician Gavin Rossdale who wrote 'RIP Ozzy – a great man – a true legend – I met Ozzy through Jack just a few times but he was so warm and kind and funny and I love that memory.' Sharon responded 'bless you' to the tribute, as well as thanking BBC Radio 1 DJ Jack Saunders for his tribute to Ozzy, writing 'Jack, thank you for your tribute to Ozzy tonight, bless you.'
Extra.ie
24-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Ozzy Osbourne's eye-watering net worth revealed
Ozzy Osbourne's staggering net worth has been revealed following the star's passing this week. The Black Sabbath singer died on Tuesday, July 22, at the age of 76, surrounded by love', according to his heartbroken family. Osbourne was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2019, and his passing comes just weeks after he reunited with his Black Sabbath bandmates, performing one last time for a huge farewell concert for fans. Kelly Osbourne, Ozzy Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne. Pic:for The Recording Academy As frontman of Black Sabbath, he was at the forefront of the heavy metal scene – a deeper, darker offshoot of hard rock. His theatrical stage presence, including once biting off the head of a bat, and styling himself as the Prince of Darkness, marked him out as a controversial figure. He is survived by his wife, Sharon and six children. Only his two youngest, Kellie and Jack, appeared on the family reality show Meet the Osbournes. Ozzy Osbourne performs during half-time of the 2022 NFL season opening game between the Buffalo Bills and the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on September 08, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Pic:At the time of his death, Ozzy had an estimated net worth of $220 million, which comes to a massive €187.2 million. The figure is understood to be shared between his publishing rights, royalties, his property portfolio and other assets. While no concrete plans for Ozzy's final farewell have been revealed, old comments surrounding how he wants his funeral to go have resurfaced, with him previously saying that he wants people to say thanks to him rather than be a sad occasion. Ozzy Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne. Pic:for The Recording Academy 'There'll be no harping on the bad times,' Ozzy told the Times back in 2011. It's worth remembering that a lot of people see nothing but misery their whole lives, so by any measure, most of us in this country — especially rock stars like me — are very lucky. 'That's why I don't want my funeral to be sad, I want it to be a time to say thanks.' However, a source told The Sun there are conversations ongoing about having a celebration of his life in Birmingham. They said: 'Artists like Yungblud, who was seen by Ozzy as a musician who could carry on the mantle of what he started all those years ago, is expected to have a role in it. 'There are hundreds of big names who will want to pay their respects and celebrate his life and legacy, as well as thousands of fans who would line the streets to say goodbye.'
New York Post
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Stevie Wonder, 75, speaks out about possible retirement plans
Well, isn't this lovely. Stevie Wonder clarified that he has no plans to retire for as long as he's alive during Monday's episode of the BBC's 'Sidetracked' podcast. 'For as long as you breathe, for as long as your heart beats, there's more for you to do,' Wonder, 75, told host Annie Mac. 'I'm not gonna stop the gift that keeps pouring through my body.' Advertisement 7 Stevie Wonder performs at the 2024 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Ron Sachs – CNP for NY Post The 'Superstition' hitmaker, whose career began in 1961, explained that he's still happy singing and performing. 'I love doing what I'm doing,' he shared. 'An artist doesn't stop drawing just because. You keep on. So as long as you can imagine, as long as you are going to be creative, and as long as you let your mind work, you don't have to retire.' Advertisement 7 Stevie Wonder playing the piano in 1970. Redferns 7 Stevie Wonder performs at Radio City Music Hall in New York City in 1983. Getty Images Wonder continued: 'I love playing music, that's like my mantra. I think I can do all the stuff I want to do – still have fun and do what I need to do – but I'm not going to stop the gift that keeps pouring through my body.' The music legend declared that 'songs are like children, they're with you forever.' Advertisement 'They are statements from the spirit within you,' he went on, 'and singing those songs is like me taking another breath.' 7 Stevie Wonder performing at the Democratic National Convention in Aug. 2024. Ron Sachs – CNP for NY Post Wonder confirmed on the podcast he's working on 'Through the Eyes of Wonder,' his first album since 2005's 'A Time to Love.' 'I'm excited about that,' he said of the upcoming project. 'I have a lot of songs I haven't released yet. I'm going to let it just be there.' Advertisement 7 Stevie Wonder performs during the 2025 Grammy Awards in February. Getty Images for The Recording Academy Wonder has put out 23 studio albums and won 25 Grammy awards in his career. He's been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Songwriters Hall of Fame and Rhythm & Blues Music Hall of Fame. Last year, he embarked on his 10-date 'Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation's Broken Heart' tour in the fall ahead of the election, following his performance at the 2024 Democratic National Convention. 7 Stevie Wonder speaks onstage at the 2025 BET Awards. AFP via Getty Images Earlier this month, Wonder addressed the long-standing rumor that he isn't actually blind during a stop in Wales on his Love, Light and Song UK tour. 'I must say to all of you, something that I was thinking, 'When did I want to let the world know this?' But I wanted to say it right now,' Wonder said to the crowd. 7 Stevie Wonder at the GRAMMY Museum LA Live on July 15, 2025. Getty Images for The Recording Academy 'You know there have been rumors about me seeing and all that? But seriously, you know the truth,' the 'Overjoyed' singer added. Advertisement Wonder recalled losing his eyesight shortly after his birth, which he called 'a blessing.' 'It's allowed me to see the world in the vision of truth, of sight,' he said.
