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Irish Independent
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Today's top TV and streaming picks: The Secret Headliner, Paddington 2 and Octopus!
Legacy RTÉ One, 6.30pm New four-part documentary series offering insights into 15 entries in the National Historic Properties portfolio. The opening episode focuses on centres of power – Dublin Castle, Oldbridge House, Derrynane House and Pearse Museum. Sloinne TG4, 8.30pm A new run of the series delving into the history of Irish surnames starts with Mac Gearailt, or Fitzgerald. Lecturer Rónán Mac Gearailt explores the life of JFK's great-grandfather, while Stella Bass profiles fellow singer Ella Fitzgerald. The Secret Headliner Virgin Media One, 8pm New music show in which a top act plays a secret gig for an unsuspecting crowd, supported by local talent. First into the fray are Picture This and Simple Things, who perform at Cork's Crane Lane. Unforgotten: The Bradford City Fire BBC Two, 9pm Moving documentary which is broadcast 40 years to the day since a blaze began at Bradford City's match against Lincoln City. In just four minutes, it took hold in an old wooden stand at the Valley Parade stadium, resulting in 56 deaths. Here, survivors and members of the bereaved families recall their experiences. Paddington 2 BBC One, 3.55pm One of the greatest sequels of all time sees the beloved bear framed for a theft he didn't commit. After being jailed, he wins over his fellow inmates, and becomes involved in an audacious escape attempt. Hugh Grant co-stars as the villain of the piece, while Ben Whishaw voices Paddington. Ambulance RTÉ One, 9.30pm Crime drama in which an army veteran desperate for money to pay for his wife's medical bills reluctantly agrees to help his charismatic career criminal adoptive brother carry out a bank heist. Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Jake Gyllenhaal play the pair. A Deadly American Marriage Netflix, streaming now The story of Jason Corbett and Molly Martens was always going to be made into a Netflix documentary. Corbett, a widower, got married in 2008 to Martens, his Tennessee au pair. They left Ireland to start over in North Carolina with his kids, Jack and Sarah. Their story took a dark turn in August 2015, when Molly and her dad, former FBI agent Thomas Martens, were in an altercation resulting in Jason's death. Molly later entered a no-contest plea, claiming self-defence, while Thomas was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in 2023. After their 2024 prison release, uncertainty remained about certain facets. Directed by Jessica Burgess and Jenny Popplewell, this documentary includes exclusive interviews providing insight into the divergent perspectives of those involved, leaving some grappling with the question of: 'Who was the real victim?' And, given Jack and Sarah's unbelievably brave contributions, the answer to that would be: the kids. Octopus! Prime Video, streaming now Narrated by Phoebe Fleabag Waller-Bridge, this marvellous mash-up chronicles being killed by a lover, losing yourself in Mexico, spotting a unicorn, befriending a competitive quilter, exploring our connection with aliens, and extra Tracy Morgan. This is how all nature documentaries ought to be produced from now on. Rose International Dance Prize Marquee TV, streaming now For those unfamiliar with Marquee TV, it's your global streaming platform for the arts. This 60-minute film, narrated by Fiona Shaw (Bad Sisters, Harry Potter, plus too many more to mention), sees internationally acclaimed choreographers compete for dance's version of the Oscars. The Match Netflix, streaming now If you're watching season two of The Devil's Plan and wondering why there's always a Go master in the line-up, this cut-throat drama could give you some context. For something at the other end of the spectrum entirely, Vince Vaughn, Susan Sarandon and a rake load of other famous people star in Nonnas.
Dublin Live
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Dublin Live
Picture This say Kneecap make them 'proud to be Irish'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Picture This said rappers Kneecap makes them 'proud to be Irish' for 'standing up to worthy causes'. The controversial Belfast group hit headlines last week after it was revealed they are being investigated by counter-terrorism police in the UK following a video allegedly showing them calling for the deaths of Tory MPs. They also received backlash after Coachella festival in California where they described Israel's onslaught in Gaza as a US-funded genocide. As a result, group members have been called anti-Semitic and 'terrorist sympathisers' of Hamas and Hezbollah and have had a series of summer festivals and show appearances cancelled in Europe and America. But defending Kneecap, Picture This drummer Jimmy Rainsford said artists have every right to express themselves. He said: 'Yes. That's the whole point about being an artist. It's expressionism. You should be allowed to express whatever you feel and whatever opinion you have, people should be allowed to say whatever they want. 'That is what makes art so great. It might not be appreciated in the moment but it's art. We're just artists. We're not running the country, but we're allowed to say what we want to say. 'I love that about art and even when you look at history over the last 100 years and the amazing art that has come up from terrible situations or incredible situations, there's always amazing people there that have expressionism. 'That's what being an artist is all about and I love the fact that we can do that for a living. We can be expressionist in a way, and we can translate the world and put it into an art form.' Frontman Ryan Hennessy praised Kneecap for 'standing up to worthy causes'. He said: 'I think it really depends on the person. I think you can go a few ways about it. I think what Kneecap are doing is amazing. 'I've been a fan of them for a long time. They're great people. They use their voice exactly how they should and given their background and where they come from and their upbringing, I think it makes so much sense, and it's inspiring and amazing to see them use their voice. 'But some artists are more politically leaning and more politically forward. 'I think for us, we've always been about spreading love, really, our songs are love songs. 'So that's kind of our way with our band is kind of bringing people into our inner world. And that's because that's what we know, that's what I know about. But I think it's amazing for artists to use their voices. I think Irish artists particularly have been amazing, especially over the last couple of years at standing up for amazing and worthy causes. 'So it makes you proud to be Irish when you see people standing up for worthy causes like that.' Picture This was speaking ahead of Virgin Media new series The Secret Headliner, which kicks off on Sunday. In each episode, one of Ireland's biggest acts will offer an up-and-coming artist – a chance to share the stage as their support Act. Picture This will be the first act to perform on the TV series as they return to their roots to play a secret gig in a small venue that was central to their journey to success, they have the chance to 'give back' by offering support and mentorship to an emerging act who dares to dream. The Secret Headliner selects the venue, a small space that was central to their journey to stardom. It might be the venue where a particular gig led to their record deal, or where they had their first ticketed show – where only 50 people turned up … and half of them were family and friends. The identity of the established artist remains a secret to the attending audience until they walk on stage at the Secret Headliner gig. The Secret Headliners include Picture This, Cian Ducrot and Belters Only, with the support acts Simple Things from Kerry, Paddy Keyes from Sligo, and Groveline from Leitrim. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. 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. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice .
Extra.ie
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
The 'secret' behind Grooveline's unbreakable bond and legendary live performances
There's nothing quite like the energy and aura of a phenomenal live act, where the band members bounce off each other in perfect harmony, and no two sets are the same. This pretty much sums up bilingual high octane sextet, Grooveline, who have been tirelessly crafting their sound together since they were perfecting their times tables and nursery rhymes. Chatting to ahead of their support set on the upcoming episode of Virgin Media's The Secret Headliner, the band discussed their intrinsic relationship and the musical mystery surrounding their latest TV appearance. There's nothing quiet like the energy and aura of a phenomenal live act, where the band members bounce of each other in perfect harmony, and no two sets are the same. Pic: Claire Loughran Discussing the Grooveline sound, they began: ' I think it's very organic to who we are and very representative of who we are as musicians. We all play our own instruments and all have such a mental variety of taste. ' The thing that kind of binds us all together as musicians and as a creative project is that we all have this one driving buzz for the craic. 'Basically, the Grooveline sound is like really high energy, like dance music, but like pulling from elements of disco and funk and rap and then everything else mixed in EDM, trad, jazz, rock. The whole lot, literally a sprinkling of everything. It all has that kind of singular Grooveline vibe, which is like, at a house party getting active.' This pretty much sums up bilingual high octane sextet, Grooveline, who have been tirelessly crafting their sound together since they were perfecting their times tables and nursery rhymes. Pic: Claire Loughran Grooveline are notorious for their high-energy live gigs, perfectly showcasing their tight-knit relationship not only with each other, but with their fans. 'There was always the spark from day one, I suppose, and it's definitely grown a lot as we've progressed through the years, just perfecting our craft really and doing what we do best. We've all been best friends since childhood, so obviously there's a bounce there anyway, but I feel…we've grown musically, is the bouncy thing, but there's always been a bounce between us anyway. 'The live gigs are great because we feed off the crowd. So if the crowd were having a good time, I'm having a better time, and everything just gets more energetic. More chaos, but chaos in a good way.' 'We're chilling, you could put us in anywhere. We've played funerals, we've played in airports, we've played weddings, we've played kids' gigs. So we're kind of fitted for anything, to be honest.' Virgin Media's The Secret Headliner will hit screens nationwide this May.
