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Scottish Sun
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Unseen moment Aberdeen hero finally gets in Scottish Cup trophy lift pic after 18 YEARS of trying with unique footage
IT was a day to remember for everyone associated with Aberdeen on Saturday as they lifted the Scottish Cup after a 35-year wait. And one of their heroes got in on the celebrations after an 18-year wait of his own. 3 Aberdeen ended their 35-year wait for a Scottish Cup against Celtic on Saturday Credit: Alamy 3 A former Dons star who was working as a pundit for the game was spotted taking in the trophy lift 3 Andrew Considine watched his old side finally get over the line Credit: Kenny Ramsay Andrew Considine spent almost his entire professional career at Aberdeen, making his first-team debut in 2004/05 and only leaving to join St Johnstone in 2022. He cemented himself as a Dons hero with 484 appearances over the course of those 18 years. He was part of the League Cup-winning side of 2014, but never managed to lift the Scottish Cup at Pittodrie, losing out in the 2017 final to Celtic. He joined Saints just a year after their sensational double-winning season, but retired at the end of last campaign having never got his hands on the famous old trophy. But Considine finally got his moment to celebrate when his old side got over the line in Saturday's penalty shootout victory over the Hoops. The 38-year-old was at Hampden, working as a pundit for Premier Sports alongside former Celts stars Charlie Mulgrew and Neil Lennon. And new 'pitchside perspective' footage from Premier Sports has shown Considine standing right next to the Dons squad as they lifted the trophy in the Hampden stands. He can be seen videoing the trophy lift before turning the camera to get himself in shot, then putting his phone away to applaud the cup winners. Considine is also a cult hero for the Scottish national team, despite only making three appearances for his country. That's after old footage resurfaced when he was called up for the first time in 2020, showing the defender dancing in drag and singing Baccara's pop hit 'Yes Sir, I Can Boogie' during his stag do in 2015. Aberdeen fans react to historic Scottish Cup win The song was subsequently adopted as one of the Tartan Army's anthems in the two Euros which Scotland have since qualified for. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Edinburgh Live
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
BGT star says 'it becomes mental torture' as he calls for U-turn on 'unfair' part of show
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 Britain's Got Talent's first ever winner, Paul Potts, wants to see the back of red buzzers being used during the show's live performances. Last week, musician RuMac didn't get the reaction he hoped for during his semi-final performance, after previously impressing judges with his rendition of Yes Sir, I Can Boogie. Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden, and Bruno Tonioli all pressed their red buzzers, as he performed his version of A-ha's Take On Me. The 32-year-old managed to finish his performance, thanks to head judge Simon Cowell, who said he "loved it". Sharing his thoughts on red buzzers being used during live shows, Paul, who won the show in 2007, believes it's time for producers to have a rethink. Speaking in association with Sky Vegas, he argued: "There shouldn't be any red buzzers at this stage of the competition. "We should be focusing on the positives and celebrating the talent that's made it this far." He went on to question: "The golden buzzer is a great idea for highlighting standout acts – but the red buzzers? "If we've chosen the finalists based on their ability, there really shouldn't be a need for them. "And if there is a need for red buzzers in the live shows, then it raises the question, why are those acts in the final to begin with?". The 54-year-old added: "There's a risk that if you include acts just for comedy or shock value, and then use the buzzers on them, it becomes mental torture – that's not fair. "If something genuinely falls flat, the voting audience will make that clear without the need for red crosses. So, in my view, they're unnecessary at this stage." Although RuMac didn't impress three of the judges, all four ended up giving him a standing ovation at the end. Sharing his thoughts, Simon said "I think you and your agent are going to get a billion phone calls tomorrow for New Year's Eve to book you, because that is exactly the type of performance people love at a party. (Image: ITV) "I'm not a huge fan of that instrument, however, you played it really well and I loved it." Reflecting on the judges' use of buzzers during the performance, Simon continued: "When they buzzed you, you just got faster and faster. "Most people's heads would go down, but you just went for it. You did great." Alesha added: "In the history of being on this show, that's the first time I have given someone a red buzzer and a standing ovation at the same time." Despite earning applause from the audience, RuMac's journey on the show came to an end when he secured sixth place in the public vote. (Image: ITV) Dance group Ping Pong Pang were the winners of the night after receiving the highest public vote, while singer Jasmine Rice was awarded Bruno's golden buzzer. These two acts will now compete for the overall win in the final, alongside Stacey Leadbeater, Vinnie McKee, Olly Pearson and The Blackouts, as well as the next two winners of tonight's semi-final. Britain's Got Talent continues tonight at 7pm on ITV and ITVX.
Scottish Sun
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Iconic Scots DJ lands unexpected number one single after 30 years
It racked up millions of views after they performed it at Clubland Live. GEORGE Bowie has given his dance music a honky-tonk makeover - after landing a number one hit in the country charts. The Clyde 1 presenter, best known for his GBX Anthems show, claimed top spot on Sunday with new bagpipe track Raveheart. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 Outforce, Cammy and George unexpectedly made a hit together. 2 Cammy hopes to take the song on tour and work with George more. George, 56, switched up his style after friends his wife and co-producer Ellene to suggest a GBX remix of Cammy Barnes' new song Whiskey Roll. The couple and their production whizzkid Outforce created a catchy song that racked up millions of views after they performed it at Clubland Live - and they've just played it in Glasgow and Aberdeen too. George said: "It's special, it really is – it was all so random and accidental and sometimes that brings a different feel, it's more real and natural. 'People all over the world are commenting and asking where they can get it, they're calling it Raveheart which I love – I'm nicking that for sure. 'We've loads of stuff coming up with Outforce already, but I think we definitely need to look at teaming up with Cammy again – he's brilliant and such a sound lad too. 'I want to get him along to a few big shows and raves this summer – we had a techno piper years ago but I think we have found an upgrade." Cammy recorded Whiskey Roll as an idea - the first song he had done using bagpipes since he left the Red Hot Chili Pipers a few years back. He posted the clip on socials and it blew up – then the message from Ellene popped up. Cammy said: "It's really hard to take all this in, I didn't even plan to release the original it was just an idea. Fired it up as a teaser and then it went off, the numbers are pretty obscene really. 'Ellene messaged me and I was like aye, great – buzzing. I knew who they are of course but didn't know George and Ellene at all. Hundreds of Scotland fans sing Yes Sir, I Can Boogie for George Bowie remix in Scottish Sun's Guinness World Record bid 'I didn't even say yes or no, or debate or negotiate, I just sent back all the stems and said go for it. 'The remix came back and I love it, they asked if I fancied performing at the Hydro with them and away we went. 'The reaction was wild – really crazy with 10,000 people all going mad when the bagpipes kicked in especially. 'I was lucky enough to do the Hydro a few years ago but don't remember it from adrenaline – this time I really took it all in and loved every second of it." Cammy added: "It's all been so fast – a week from uploading the tune to TikTok I was in the Hydro playing it live to 10,000 people, then another week on we are No1 in the country chart and 13 in the main chart. 'None of us thought about anything but the music and the fun of it and I think that shines through. There wasn't even any conversation about the business stuff until late the night before release day, like 30 minutes before it came out. I love that. 'I'm totally new to this whole rave world but I love it – and I've had so many DJs and producers messaging me offering to do something together. 'George will always have first refusal on anything I ever do – and the remix is definitely going on my album later this year, even if my manager says no. 'I was dead against using bagpipes at all since leaving the Red Hot Chili Pipers, I just wanted to sing – but I am seriously rethinking all that now. 'And this summer it's tied in braw – we're playing a few of the same festivals so we might have to see if we can pull off a few surprise appearances for each other.'
Daily Record
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Gritter naming competition launched by South Lanarkshire Council
School pupils are being asked to name eight new vehicles to patrol the roads alongside Salt Disnae and Gritter Thunberg. Creative South Lanarkshire primary pupils are being asked to name the council's winter gritters – to follow in the tracks of existing favourite vehicles including Lewis Caploughdi and Salt Disnae. The local authority has eight new gritters after refreshing its fleet for winter 2025 and is now seeking the help of youngsters in Primaries Four to Seven to share their inspired suggestions in what has become a favourite tradition across Scotland. Entrants have until the end of the month to crystallise their naming ideas to be emblazoned on the side of the vehicles, and officials awaiting a flurry of ideas have highlighted: 'Creativity is best, so entrants are warned that Gritty McGritface will not make the grade.' Previous competitions to name the council's gritters have proved popular with both entrants and local residents, who now see council vehicles including Gritter Thunberg, Oh Plougher of Scotland and Spready Mercury treating the area's roads in winter. South Lanarkshire's new vehicles will be used for the first time later this year, displaying the winning inspired names, with competition organisers saying: 'All names must have a wintry aspect but imaginations can take flight in combining that with, for instance, a favourite celebrity or catchphrase.' Eight winners will have their picture taken alongside their named gritter, with residents then able to follow the vehicles in action on the online gritter tracker. Entries will be collected by schools and sent in to South Lanarkshire Council's headquarters in Hamilton for the closing date of Friday, May 30 – and creative young entrants are being told: 'Get thinking – there's snow time to waste!' Naming and tracking Scotland's creatively-named winter gritters online has become a popular national pastime, with some of those maintaining the country's roads including Tunnock's-inspired Caramelt Wafer, Irn-Bru themed Grits You Through and favourites Taylor Drift, Sir Andy Flurry and Yes Sir, Ice Can Boogie. And did you know Lanarkshire Live had its own app? Download yours for free here.
Press and Journal
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Press and Journal
Ullapool musician's Britain's Got Talent journey ends after semi-final public vote
Ullapool musician RuMac's Britain's Got Talent journey has come to an end after he was voted off in last night's semi-final. The 32-year-old Wester Ross accordion player, whose real name is Ruairidh MacLean, failed to win over the public in a live vote. He previously wowed the judges on the first episode of the new series of the ITV show with his rendition of Yes Sir, I Can Boogie. And while his version of Take On Me by A-ha had the live audience on their feet dancing and singing along on Saturday night, the BGT judges were not impressed. Alesha Dixon, Amanda Holden and Bruno Tonioli pressed their buzzers halfway through the show in an attempt to take him off stage – to which RuMac quipped: 'I knew this would happen.' Fourth judge Simon Cowell stayed his hand for the entire show, however. But, Maclean looked to have won over the judging panel with even those who had previously buzzed up on their feet clapping to the beat by the end of the song. The judges then appraised his performance afterwards. Cowell said: 'I didn't buzz because he got through the first round, which means he must have had three or more yes votes. 'That was better I think than your first audition. 'I think you and your agent are going to get a billion phone calls tomorrow for New Year's Eve to book you because that is exactly the type of performance people love at a party. 'I'm not a huge fan of that instrument, however, you played it really well and I loved it. 'When they buzzed you, you just got faster and faster. 'Most people's heads would go down, but you just went for it. 'You did great.' However, other judges were not so complimentary. Bruno Tonioli said the performance 'gave him a hangover.' Tonioli said: 'I feel like I am having a hangover and need an aspirin.' 'But I'm telling you, definitely, definitely, insanely funny.' Dixon added: 'In the history of being on this show, that's the first time I have given someone a red buzzer and a standing ovation at the same time.' 'Which kind of sums up how I felt about this act. 'I did tell you that I don't like the accordion, but I have to say you made that so much fun, it was so crazy, it was good!' 'It was terrible and brilliant all at the same time.' RuMac was then unfortunately voted off, finishing in 6th place at the end of the show. Progressing from tonight's semi-final was operatic singer and drag queen Jasmine Rice, who got the golden buzzer from Bruno Tonioli. Meanwhile, groups Ping Ping Pang and The Blackouts went through alongside singers Vinnie McKee and Stacey Leadbitter and 11-year-old guitarist Olly Pearson.
