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ITV News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen meet up in Liverpool during flying visit to LIPA
Music legends Sir Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen have met up as The Boss prepares to perform the second of two shows at Anfield as part of his current UK tour. The pair were visiting Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts (LIPA) on Mount Street, which Macca co-founded. Springsteen, 75, has made no secret of his admiration for the Fab Four, crediting the Beatles with heavily shaping his musical tastes, and he h's described performing on Merseyside as the fulfilment of a long-held dream. Members of the E-Street band Max Weinberg and Steven Van Zandt were also spotted making their way into LIPA through the crowds outside, all of which has fuelled wild speculation about whether Sir Paul will join Bruce on stage at Saturday night's concert. If he does it would not be the first time the pair have played together, with Springsteen joining Sir Paul on stage as a special guest during the 82-year-old's headline set at Glastonbury Festival in 2022. They also met up for additional gigs at Hyde Park and at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Growing up as a teenager in New Jersey as the Beatles took the USA by storm with a legendary appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show, The Boss told audiences at Anfield: "It is great for us to be in Liverpool where, for us, it all began." As an additional nod to the Beatles he performed a version of Twist and Shout in the encore. Originally sung by The Top Notes the classic became synonymous with The Beatles when they released a cover version in 1963, and Springsteen has often played it on live shows previously. However, Wednesday's performance was just the second time the song has featured on the Land Of Hope and Dreams tour setlist so far. The power of the iconic venue itself was not lost on the American star, referencing Liverpool FC 's Premier League title win this season as he told the crowd: "'Come on! Is this the house of champions or what?'' Never afraid to speak his mind, the Boss also continued his war of words with President Donald Trump. Before he opened the show with My Love Will Not Let You Down, he said: "The America I love and have sung to you about for so long, a beacon of hope for 250 years, is currently in hands of a corrupt, incompetent and treasonous administration. "Tonight we ask all of you who believe in democracy and the best of our American experiment to rise with us, raise your voices, stand with us against authoritarianism and let freedom ring!' Before Rainmaker, he said: "When conditions in a country are ripe for a demagogue, you can bet one will show up. This is for America's dear leader." Ahead of House of A Thousand Guitars, he said: 'The last check on power, after the checks and balances have failed, are the people. That's all that's left. "It's in the union of people around a common set of values. That's all that stands between democracy and authoritarianism.
Chicago Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Ferris Bueller's iconic vest goes up for auction 40 years after famously skipping school
Few films have done more to cement the city of Chicago's reputation in American culture than 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off,' the 1986 teen comedy classic that follows Ferris and his two friends as they skip school in the suburbs to explore everything the Windy City has to offer. Now, 40 years after cameras first rolled, an iconic piece of the film's wardrobe is jumping off the screen and into one lucky fan's closet. Starting today, Sotheby's will be auctioning off the signature sweater vest worn in the film by Matthew Broderick, who starred as the teenage slacker Ferris. The vest is featured in some of the movie's most memorable scenes: Ferris electrifying the Von Steuben Day Parade audience with his performance of 'Twist and Shout,' the gang taking in a Cubs game at Wrigley Field and the trio making a trip through the Art Institute of Chicago. ''There are few costumes in Hollywood history that are instantly recognizable and this is undeniably one of them,' Darren Rovell, Emmy Award winner and the vest's owner, said in a statement. Rovell said that the piece has been not only photo matched to the vest seen on screen, but also has been inspected by costume designer Marilyn Vance before being made available to the public. The film was Vance's fourth collaboration with John Hughes, the man behind the Chicagoland-set classics, 'The Breakfast Club' and 'Pretty in Pink.' As the entire film takes place over the course of one day, Vance wanted to ensure each lead had a costume that told viewers everything they needed to know about the characters in just one look. Early on, she decided Ferris should wear a sweater vest, as Vance felt it would quickly demonstrate his disregard for the conformist style rules of the adult world of the decade. Her search for the perfect vest eventually led her to a Chicago institution: Marshall Field's. There, she picked up an off-the-rack cardigan, trimmed its sleeves and created one of cinema's most iconic looks. The vest manages to be retro, weird and cool all at once — perfect for the vision both Vance and Hughes had of the character. 'Bueller's vest is emblematic of the character's most exciting quality,' Sotheby's said in the statement, 'the ability to blend in anywhere, while standing out just enough to get exactly what you want from the world around you.' As Ferris Bueller turns 30, Northbrook invites the world to sit and look at his favorite water towerThe winner of the auction will go home with more than just the costume. Three pieces of baseball memorabilia are included: the baseball Ferris catches at Wrigley Field and tickets from both baseball games featured onscreen (though the scene takes place over a single game, footage from two games was used in the final film). A pair of movie tickets from the film's original run are also included: one from a Showplace Cinema and one from a theater in Japan. The bidding for the vest opens today, June 5 — the day Ferris himself left the suburbs and headed downtown, celebrated across the country as Ferris Bueller Day — and doesn't close until June 24. For more information about this and other auctions, check out .
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Laugh at him if you want, but Damien Duff had a point when complaining about Dalymount hedge farce
DAMIEN DUFF had a point when he declared that the photo of him in the Dalymount bushes was an 'embarrassment' for the league. The Shelbourne boss Advertisement 2 It was quite a sight to behold 2 In his more usual matchday garb against Drogheda United But instead of laughing along with the rest of us, There's a reason why the When something this basic needs to be spelt out, it shows the league has bigger image problems than a manager hiding in the long grass in a disguise worse than a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle in a trench coat. It should embarrass the Government too. They're coughing up €10million to Advertisement Read More On Irish Football Presumably, a viral photograph of an Ireland legend on a grassy knoll in a council-owned stadium is not the image they had in mind for our domestic league. Still, amid the embarrassment, the Dalymount post-match scenes highlighted what we cannot lose. Ten minutes after the final whistle, the Jodi Stand was still full because any punter sitting in the Phibsborough half has just one exit. But that led to 1,000 or so fans singing along to The Beatles' Twist and Shout. Advertisement Most read in Football You do not get moments like that in modern grounds designed for speedy exits. Dalymount's redevelopment is 'That's for you, son' - James Maddison brutally digs out Roy Keane in savage interview after Europa League final, CBSSportsGolazo
Black America Web
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
Celebrating Ronald Isley's Birthday With 15 Smooth Tracks To Soothe The Soul
Source: Jackson State University / Getty Noted as one of the greatest and most distinct voices in music, Ronald Isley is celebrating his 84th birthday today (May 21) with no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Ron Isley and the Isley Brothers stand as pillars of modern music, influencing countless artists and shaping genres for over six decades. Their sound, a seamless blend of soul, R&B, funk, rock, and pop, has left an indelible mark on the music landscape. The Isley Brothers began their storied career in the late 1950s, powered by their breakout hit 'Shout.' A raw, gospel-inspired anthem, it set the stage for their genre-defying approach to music. By the 1960s, they delivered hits like 'Twist and Shout,' which gained even greater fame with The Beatles' rendition. The group also saw success with Motown's 'This Old Heart of Mine (Is Weak for You),' showcasing their soulful balladry. The 1970s, a golden era for the band, brought their transition into funk and rock. Tracks like 'It's Your Thing,' 'Fight the Power,' and 'That Lady' epitomized their versatility and saw them topping charts. Their album 3 + 3 became a landmark for its genre-crossing sound and the expansion of their creative power. Ron Isley's unmistakable falsetto and smooth delivery became their calling card, anchoring every song with emotional depth. Their music influenced generations of artists. Hip-hop culture especially adopted the Isley Brothers' sound, with songs sampled by legends like Tupac, The Notorious B.I.G., Ice Cube, and Jay-Z. Tracks like 'Between the Sheets' and 'Footsteps in the Dark' became foundational samples in rap, further solidifying their relevance in new musical landscapes. Ron Isley, with his enduring charisma and adaptability, kept the group's legacy alive. Recent collaborations with artists like Beyoncé show their continued relevancy. Their longevity speaks to their ability to evolve while staying true to the emotional core of their music. The Isley Brothers aren't just a band; they're cultural icons. Their music, marked by innovation and soul, remains timeless, bridging generations and defining what it means to be legendary. And with the man known as 'Mr. Biggs' at the helm, it is guaranteed that their legacy will live on for generations to come. Celebrate Ronald Isley's Birthday with 15 Smooth Tracks Below! Celebrating Ronald Isley's Birthday With 15 Smooth Tracks To Soothe The Soul was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
The Guardian
26-03-2025
- Sport
- The Guardian
Mariona Caldentey: ‘One day we'll realise what we achieved, all we did for change to come'
When Mariona Caldentey was a student, reading sports science at university, she could see the Camp Nou scoreboard from her bedroom window on the top floor of 63 Travessera de les Corts. On the nights when she and her flatmates didn't stroll across to the stadium, they would hear goals before they saw them on TV. They played too, becoming league champions, but never imagined themselves over there. 'Our reality was Astroturf pitches with no stands,' she recalls. Yet in April 2022, eight years on, 91,648 people came to watch them, breaking Barcelona's own world record set a fortnight before. 'It all happened so quick; one day we'll realise what we achieved, all we did for change to come,' she says. The building has gone, demolished with the construction work at the stadium, but someone should put a blue plaque where it stood. When Caldentey arrived from Felanitx, Mallorca, just turned 18, she shared the sobreático with Virginia Torrecilla and Alexia Putellas. Patri Guijarro, Laia Codina and Aitana Bonmatí came too. Together, over a decade, they built perhaps the best team in history, quadruple winners last season. Caldentey departed for Arsenal last summer after 10 seasons, a World Cup winner and Ballon d'Or candidate, with nothing left to win. At 29 there is though plenty left to do, experiences to live, an impact to make. So here she is, sitting in a quiet second-floor office at London Colney. Friday afternoon traffic builds on the M25 outside; otherwise, Arsenal's training ground is ideal. It reflects the reasons she came, the seemingly surprising decision to depart a perfect team. So too does the stadium, a little further from Caldentey's St Albans home than the Camp Nou was back then. Caldentey will be at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday to face Real Madrid, a Champions League semi-final at stake. Arsenal are 2-0 down from the first leg, an unfamiliar result against familiar opponents who Caldentey had beaten in all 16 previous meetings, but these are the challenges she came for. And if there is a portrait of what moved her, it is partly provided by place, the first leg played in front of 3,102 people at Valdebebas with its two small stands and a sodden surface; the second held at the Emirates, where she has her own song to the tune of Twist and Shout. 'At home, with our people, a pitch in good condition, we have another chance,' she says. 'I couldn't say the exact moment I decided to go; you change your mind every day,' Caldentey says. 'You can think you're mad to even contemplate leaving but it's a very personal feeling, hard to explain. It was all transparent, calmly handled, I was able to focus on competing. And in the end, it was perfect. It was like: we've done it, I can go in peace. Arsenal was the right place.' That 'We've done it' goes deep. It wasn't just the winning, departure announced with another European title and a fifth consecutive league medal round her neck, it was how, what it meant, who they were and where they came from. It is there in that flat, not bought or appropriated but built, a model to follow; one based on conviction, a cause, the social impact as satisfying as the success. Some of what Caldentey says is manifesto as well as memory. 'It's lovely when a parent tells you their son or daughter see you as an inspiration because when we were girls women's football was invisible,' she says. 'Barcelona have marked an era. The club professionalised women's football in 2015. We went four, five years without winning the league, but they kept going, backing us – and then came the dominance. We reached finals, were made to look foolish, were hit by reality, and carried on, improved. The team that won was built on defeats, too. 'It would have been easy to throw in the towel. But Barcelona stood firm, and that's an example for other clubs in Spain. There's talent there, take care of it. If you only half back it, when it's not going well you'll pull out. There are lots of examples. It was [Madrid's] Melanie Leupolz who said some clubs back women's football to get results and others wait for results before they back it. Barcelona have shown that if you truly do, if you believe, it can bring benefits, including at a business level. The accounts show that: it's one of the few or the only sección at Barcelona that doesn't run at a loss. In fact, it makes money. It's numbers. It's there. Women's football can be profitable if you treat it well and sell it well.' Which is also where England comes in. Much was made of Real Madrid's arrival in 2019, one front page declaring women's football had entered into a 'new dimension'. Yet the 'clásico', if it should be called that, has not always been a real rivalry or the main event, the Catalans too often standing alone. When Madrid beat Barcelona 3-1 last weekend, it was the first time, after 18 consecutive defeats, aggregate score 66-7. Barcelona have won the past five titles by nine, 25, 24, 10 and 15 points. Their goal differences read: +80, +152, +148, +108, +127. But it's not about Spain being too easy and Caldentey insists 'no one gets tired of winning', although she does call the dominance 'brutal and absolute'; it's about something broader, across the league and society. When Arsenal went to Chelsea, 34,302 people went. At Spurs it was 28,852. 'It's hard to compare 'Spain and England' because there are two different realities there: Barcelona and the rest. My feeling is that here it's every stadium, every team. It's a different culture, the league's competitive. They made the most of having the Euros and winning it, that boom. That's was missing in Spain after the World Cup. What happened away from football happened and I don't know if that eclipsed [the title], but what England did to help women's football explode, Spain didn't do. It feels like not much has changed.' In September 2023, 15 Spanish players, including Caldentey, made themselves unavailable for selection for the national team, demanding changes at the federation and a more determined backing of the women's game. Some changes happened, if not enough for everyone. Eventually, Caldentey was one of three of the 15 recalled for the World Cup. During the celebrations, the federation president Luis Rubiales kissed Jenni Hermoso, unsolicited; last month he was found guilty of sexual assault. 'I'm relieved it's over. Relief, that's it,' Caldentey says. 'In the end, there was more repercussion for everything that happened than Spain winning the World Cup. The first title that the national team won, and it was all … well, tarnished.' Sign up to Moving the Goalposts No topic is too small or too big for us to cover as we deliver a twice-weekly roundup of the wonderful world of women's football after newsletter promotion Yet there was a redemption, a justification, in success. 'Winning the World Cup was a fist on the desk. Are you waiting for success to truly back it, or do you back it to allow success to come? That was the battle. We could be the best. What we need[ed] was to be supported, given the tools, listened to … Winning the World Cup showed we weren't niñatas caprichosas.' Roughly, that means spoilt brats, and it hurts. 'It was a lot of suffering but if it allows a better future, we hold on to that.' A sadness is left too, a personal dimension to it revealed when Caldentey discusses how the group divided: the distrust, tension, broken relationships, silences. Five weeks in New Zealand ended with the trophy but were endured, not enjoyed. Then she had to return to a Barcelona dressing room shared with teammates who had missed the greatest moment of their lives. 'In England [at the Euros], we were good [together] and didn't win. Then we go to the World Cup and win. It's no secret the [Spain] dressing room wasn't united. When we trained or played, we had the same objective, but things had happened that hurt the group and we had to live with that 24/7. It's hard. [Back] in Barcelona, we managed that situation. We kept winning, tried to ensure it didn't affect the team, but everyone suffered their own way, in their feelings and thoughts.' Does coming here allow you to leave all that behind, to clear your head? 'In the end, you're distanced from all that. Further away, focused on other things.' The smile returns. 'I'm here at Arsenal now and I'm enjoying it loads,' Caldentey says. She knew expectations would be high. 'Can I be at a great level in another context? Can I show what I am? A lot of games at Barcelona were against a low block: attack, attack, attack, league games where we hardly had to defend. It was more tactical. Here, it's more open, more transitory, bigger distances, space. It's more physical, the football's more mad, out of control. I don't know how many games we've finished 4-3. 'And,' Caldentey says, smiling, 'I like that. Anything different I can add makes me more complete.' She is confident Arsenal can turn it around against Madrid. And then, if they do, maybe they can face Barcelona. Caldentey smiles. 'Hopefully,' she says. 'Because it would mean we've reached the final. It's some way off and we have to beat Madrid first but I'd sign up for that right now.' A reunion for some of the former residents of No 63 Travessera de les Corts.
