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ITV News
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- ITV News
More than 10,000 runners take part in the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon
More than 10,000 runners took part in the annual Leeds Marathon today - the first since the death of the former Leeds Rhino legend Rob Burrow. It was a bittersweet day for Rob's wife Lindsey, who will do her first race without Rob. She said: ''It's really, tough, I'll try not to cry. Obviously last year Rob was with us, but he'll be looking down today, I'm sure - and he will be really proud of all the runners. ''And thank you to all the organisers, the volunteers, for having this event and having it in Rob's legacy, it means so much to the family so thank you.'' As always, the race was started by Kevin Sinfield, who told people to ''look after everyone today''. He added: ''He's still with us in spirit, obviously the full Burrow family are here - Lindsey is here she's running. ''So many people running for so many charities but especially the MND charity. To run in Rob's name and start in Headingley and for the sun to be shining, it's brilliant. ''He'd be pretty proud looking down on us today. We'll get it done today.'' Among others taking part were Yorkshire comedian Rosie Jones - who did the race holding a megaphone, with fellow comedian Ivo Graham. She said: ''I've got the easy bit. Ivo's pushing me up all those hills - I just have to bring the vibes, the chat, and of course the sweets.'' Want a quick and expert briefing on the biggest news stories? Listen to our latest podcasts to find out What You Need To Know.
News.com.au
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
INXS reveal how they cheated death in a plane crash on an outback video shoot
INXS soared to global success 40 years ago with the edgy video for What You Need but their next film shoot brought them crashing back to earth. As the band celebrate the 40th anniversary of their breakthrough record Listen Like Thieves, guitarist Kirk Pengilly has revealed how the band cheated death during the shoot for Kiss the Dirt (Falling Down the Mountain) in the Australian outback in early 1986. What You Need was the first INXS song to crack the US top 5, with the animated video by director Richard Lowenstein blowing up on MTV which had usurped radio's power to create hits. Pengilly recalled how the band raced back from the US to film with Alex Proyas, who graduated from technologically-forward music videos to Hollywood director of The Crow and I, Robot. Lowenstein was unavailable as he was editing his feature film Dogs in Space, which starred INXS frontman Michael Hutchence. The band members were shooting the Kiss the Dirt on the salt plains surrounding Coober Pedy and other outback locations. In the post- Mad Max and Men at Work's Down Under and pre- Crocodile Dundee cultural era, America's fascination with Australiana was percolating. Pengilly said the band travelled around the iconic filming sites 'in our own little Cessna with a pilot who drank a lot (between flights) and we spun off the runway when landing one day'. 'A tyre blew out (when landing) so we spun in 360s off the runway,' Pengilly said. They avoided another airborne disaster when the pilot took a nap after giving Andrew Farriss 'a go' at the flight controls 'And another day, Andrew (Farriss) – who's always a nervous flyer anyway – sat up the front and the pilot asked him if he wanted to have a go (flying), and Andrew sheepishly said yes,' Pengilly said. 'We'd all fallen asleep and Tim (Farriss) wakes up and the pilot is (asleep) with dribble coming out of his mouth and Andrew is frozen, holding (the stick) because he's too scared to move to try to wake the pilot. 'So Tim shook the pilot awake. We survived! There's been lots of near misses over the years, with all the travelling.' The band's executive music director, legendary producer Giles Martin, pored through hundreds of hours of out-takes and demos to curate the 40th anniversary reissue of Listen Like Thieves, which is released on May 9. Pengilly said listening to Hutchence and his bandmates talk about the songs as they built them up at Sydney's Rhinoceros Studios in early 1985 was an emotional experience. It reminded him of the frontman's approach to writing lyrics and fashioning his vocal melodies. 'A lot of the time Michael hadn't finished the lyrics for the demos until much later,' Pengilly said. 'He just had scraps of toilet paper and napkins and things he would pull out when he and Andrew got together; a title of a song or a phrase he heard that he thought, 'Oh, that sounds cool,' and then he would elaborate on that.'' The new deluxe vinyl and CD editions of the 1985 album also feature a long-lost concert, attended by Mick Jagger, recorded at the Royal Albert Hall in June 1986. Pengilly kept daily diary notes during the band's career and wrote how Jagger's favourite song from the gig was 'Biting Bullets.'
Daily Mail
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Never-before-heard Michael Hutchence demos set to be released for anniversary of iconic INXS album: 'I did get emotional'
Never-before-heard INXS demos, featuring vocals from late frontman Michael Hutchence, are set to be released set to mark a milestone anniversary. The tracks will be released on May 9 as part of a 40th anniversary reissue of the iconic band's 1985 album Listen Like Thieves, which reached number one in Australia. Among the unreleased songs is a candid studio moment where Hutchence's charismatic voice echoes through early takes of their '80s hit track This Time. The anniversary edition looks to reignite nostalgia and appreciation for INXS' enduring legacy, under the guidance of executive music producer Giles Martin. INXS saxophonist Kirk Pengilly said compiling the tracklist was a moving experience. 'I did get emotional with this, because there were some out-takes of the banter between us all,' he told The Daily Telegraph. Never-before-heard INXS demos featuring vocals from late frontman Michael Hutchence are set to be released set to mark a milestone anniversary 'But we didn't keep a lot of that stuff, so I was really surprised when the tapes turned up. So this is pretty special, a real time capsule.' The band conquered the world with their 1985 album, which reached number 11 on the US Billboard chart and went double platinum there. It also charted in New Zealand, the UK and Canada. It featured their first US top five single, What You Need, as well as the hit songs Kiss the Dirt (Falling Down the Mountain) and the title track. The rockers continued to perform with singer Michael Hutchence until his tragic death in Sydney in 1997, where he committed suicide in a hotel room. Hutchence died at Sydney's Ritz Carlton, now known as the Intercontinental Hotel Double Bay, while depressed and under the influence of alcohol and drugs. His partner, Paula Yates, claimed a year before her own death that Michael likely died accidentally while choking himself for sexual pleasure, as the pair had engaged in similar sex games. A post-mortem examination found alcohol, cocaine, codeine, Prozac, Valium and other prescribed benzodiazepines - or 'benzos' - in Hutchence's urine and blood. The tracks will be released on May 9 as part of a 40th anniversary reissue of their 1985 album Listen Like Thieves, which reached number one in Australia Among the unreleased songs, is a candid studio moment where Hutchence's charismatic voice echoes through early takes of their '80s hit track This Time In late 1995 Hutchence told British music magazine Vox: 'I don't wanna be a f***ing cliche. I don't need to be dropping off in a hotel bath. 'I've come close, though. I'm surprised I've survived and so are a lot of my friends.' The Australian group were one of the world's most successful rock bands in the late '80s. Following their formation in 1977, they stormed the charts with songs including Need You Tonight, Good Times, New Sensation and Kick. They are one of Australia's highest-selling bands of all time, with over 50 million albums sold worldwide. Their 2011 greatest hits album has spent a record 623 weeks on the ARIA top 100 albums chart. Its success followed the release of the 2014 Channel Seven mini-series about the band called Never Tear Us Apart. The band split after 35 years together in 2012, although its surviving members continue to reunite for special events.
Globe and Mail
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Globe and Mail
Viral Influencer and Country Artist Daniel Lawson Drops New Single ‘What You Need' and Teams Up with Dolly Parton Today
NASHVILLE, TN - March 17th, 2025 - Today, Kentucky native and viral influencer-turned-rising country artist Daniel Lawson releases his latest Nashville single, "What You Need.' Written by Daniel Lawson, Devan Sanders, and Jacqueline Cline, 'What You Need' delivers an edgy, dark pop-country vibe, featuring driving drums, rock electric guitars, and an aching chorus melody. The song's lyrics remind us that what we desire in the moment may not always be what's best for us, especially when viewed from the perspective of loving someone. It captures the artist's realization of the difference between short-term desires and long-term fulfillment, offering a powerful reflection on wanting to love someone who may not feel the same. Produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered by celebrity producer/writer Curt Gibbs whose extensive industry credentials include a publishing deal with Curb Word Entertainment and work with artists such as Dylan Scott, Rodney Atkins, and Ruthie Collins. 'What You Need' features top-tier instrumentation from Laneus Franklin (drums, bass, keyboard, harmonies) and Curt Gibbs (acoustic and electric guitar). 'Sometimes, we chase after the wrong things, but real love isn't about the fleeting thrill —it's about something deeper and more lasting. This song is a reminder that what we need might not always be what we want, but it's what's best for us in the end.' – Daniel Lawson Daniel first gained worldwide attention as a social media influencer, amassing nearly 9 million followers across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook with his family-friendly comedy channel, The Awesome Lawsons. Known for humorous skits, family vlogs, and fun challenges with his kids, Daniel built a passionate online following. Now, he is solidifying his place as a serious artist in the Nashville music scene by merging his online brand with his music career, bringing his loyal followers along for the ride. To celebrate the release, Daniel and his family are traveling to Pigeon Forge, TN, where he's been invited to meet Dolly Parton and film the introduction for The Pigeon Forge Family Challenge, a YouTube TV show in which his viral family, The Awesome Lawsons, has been selected as one of four featured families. Each week, the families will compete in a variety of fun activities, showcasing their creativity and teamwork, all in the hopes of taking home the winning title. 'What You Need' marks the second single of 2025, with highly anticipated tracks like 'Chasing You' set to release on April 11, 2025, and 'Attention' dropping on May 9, 2025. Daniel is committed to releasing a new single every month for the rest of the year. Additionally, he has launched a dynamic social media campaign, tapping into his 9 million+ followers across various platforms to generate buzz around his current and upcoming releases. Social Media & Music Links 'What You Need' For Media Inquiries, Contact: Native Manor Artist / Daniel Lawson NMTEAM@ DLawson2281@ Media Contact Company Name: Native Manor Artist Contact Person: Daniel Lawson Email: Send Email Country: United States Website:
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
INXS Celebrate 40 Years of Breakthrough Album, ‘Listen Like Thieves'
Australian rock veterans INXS are taking a look back in time, celebrating 40 years of their international breakthrough record, Listen Like Thieves. Originally released in October 1985, Listen Like Thieves was the Sydney sextet's fifth album, and their first to make a sizable impact on a global scale. Their second consecutive chart-topper in their homeland, it would be their first to chart in markets such as the U.K. and Switzerland, and their highest peak to date in the U.S., with the record reaching No. 11 on the Billboard 200. More from Billboard Billy Idol 'Knocked Out' by First Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nomination: 'It Caught Me By Surprise' Rick Springfield Recalls Recording With the Foo Fighters, Playing in Vietnam in the '60s: Listen Who Do You Most Want to Be Inducted Into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2025? Vote! It also boasted a number of successful singles, including its title track, 'Kiss the Dirt (Falling Down the Mountain)', 'This Time', and 'What You Need'. The latter was the record's most successful, peaking at No. 2 in Australia and No. 5 on Billboard's Hot 100. At the time of the record's release, the band were already a success story in Australia thanks to their unique sound and relentless touring schedule, with Listen Like Thieves aiming to translate those aspects to the listener's turntable. 'We've done the album like a live show and what is there is there,' frontman Michael Hutchence told Rolling Stone in 1985. 'We want to present this record as a band – the idea of six people playing together and using traditional sounds.' Ahead of the record's 40th anniversary, the band's surviving members have announced a new deluxe edition of the seminal album. Arriving on May 9, the 3CD/LP collection features a new remix of the album with Chris Thompson's original production being overhauled by Giles Martin and Paul Hicks. It also boasts a number of unreleased outtakes and demos; a rare BBC Recording, Live From The Royal Albert Hall, London, 1986; and a new interview with the band by writer Paul Sexton. A 2CD edition pairs the new mix with a selection of B-sides, remixes and live recordings, while a single LP version contains the 2025 mix alone. 'Chris Thomas was one of the most talented and exciting producers we ever had the privilege to work with,' recalled keyboardist and guitarist Andrew Farriss. 'From the moment we met, there was no doubt he would bring a new dynamic to our music, his drive and determination helped Michael and I deliver a smash hit in 'What You Need'. 40 years on, Giles and Paul captured the original raw energy we felt when we first recorded the album and created a sonic depth to give the record an entirely new dimension that we couldn't be prouder of.' The BBC's live recording of INXS' June 1986 appearance at London's Royal Albert Hall is also of note, with the band's audience that evening comprising a number of notable artists such as Mick Jagger, The Cult, and the Psychedelic Furs. Described as a 'poignant night' for the band, it wasn't their first visit to the U.K., but arguably the turning point in their relationship with the region. Almost five years later to the day, INXS would headline London's Wembley Stadium and perform before a sold-out crowd of 72,000. INXS' biggest commercial success would come two years after the release of Listen Like Thieves, with 1987's Kick turning them into megastars. The album would top the charts in Australia, Canada, and New Zealand, and give them a career-best of No. 3 on the Billboard 200. Though the band would initially split following the untimely passing of Hutchence in 1997, a revolving door of vocalists would precede their eventual permanent retirement in 2012. Despite this, the band are consistently one of the best-selling Australian bands to this day, with the Australian Recording Industry Association's end-of-year charts for 2024 seeing the band's 2011 collection The Very Best listed at No. 81 on the album charts – one of only three local records to make the cut. 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
