Louis Tomlinson: ‘Niall is lovely, Zayn has the voice, Harry is cool, Liam gets the crowd going… then there’s me.’ Harry Styles’ stepfather Robin Twist passes away aged 57 following a battle with cancer.
Louis Tomlinson: ‘Niall is lovely, Zayn has the voice, Harry is cool, Liam gets the crowd going… then there’s me’
In One Direction, Louis Tomlinson was ‘the kid at the back’. Now, with his first solo album and his own record label, he’s taking the spotlight and learning to trust himself
Coming out of a dissolving boy band must be a bit like being an entrant in one of those dystopian jungle fights – a Hunger Games-style event in which bandmates are scattered across an unknown terrain and challenged to slog their lonely route back to fame. Justin Timberlake, after NSync, enjoyed the unsporting edge of natural talent and crushed his former colleagues. Robbie Williams looked supreme in the Take That scrimmage, at least until Gary Barlow circled back, gathered up the other three, and made the fight a more compelling four-on-one. By the time One Direction announced they were to go on indefinite hiatus in 2015, many of us were familiar enough with the conventions of boy-band bloodsport to start picking favourites for the coming melee.
Harry Styles – charming, a grinner – was best placed to succeed on his own. Big-lunged Zayn Malik was already out of the band by that time and had used his head start to good effect, preparing a solo album that went to No 1. Liam Payne and Niall Horan – always second-tier members – were given middling chances. And ranked last in any serious analysis, the most fitfully appreciated member of One Direction, was Louis Tomlinson. Here was a combatant you might expect to find curled up in a fox hole on the battlefield, pale and chain-smoking and wondering how much he really wanted in on such an unequal fight.
Read more: The Guardian
Louis Tomlinson & Bebe Rexha Announce Duet “Back To You”
It’s official! Louis Tomlinson and Bebe Rexha are releasing a collaboration called “Back To You.” She confirmed the track on Instagram this morning (June 24) by posting a picture of the duo together. The song may or may not be produced by Digital Farm Animals (he is tagged in the post) and is expected to arrive very soon. Interestingly, Bebe already let the cat out of the bag during a TV interview in March. “I’m releasing the second part [of debut LP All Your Fault] in April and I have some really cool features and exciting things happening,” the pop star revealed.
Read more: Idolator
Harry Styles ‘devastated’ as step-father Robin Twist sadly passes away aged 57 following a battle with cancer
Harry Styles’ step-father Robin Twist has passed away, aged 57.
A representative for the pop star, 23, confirmed that his relative had sadly lost his life to cancer earlier this week, on Thursday.
Harry mother’s Anne Cox married Robin back in 2013, where the singer served as best man.
Read more: Daily Mail
‘She still had feelings for ex’: Harry Styles ‘single again as he SPLITS from food blogger Tess Ward following whirlwind romance’
Harry Styles, 23, and Tess Ward, 27, have reportedly called time on their romance just weeks after their relationship came to light.
The pair have kept notoriously tight-lipped on dating reports, but rumours began to surface last month after the pair were pictured together and Tess appeared to be wearing the One Direction star’s shirt.
Despite keeping the romance under wraps it appears to have ended before it truly began, with reports claiming that the pair were unable to see each other between their hectic schedules and that Tess still had lingering feelings for her ex-boyfriend.
Read more: Daily Mail
‘It’s a little Bear from Cheryl!’ Liam Payne proudly flaunts his new teddy necklace gifted to him by girlfriend Cheryl and newborn for Father’s Day… despite missing out on special day
He missed out on his first Father’s Day as a new dad to three-month-old son Bear due to work commitments.
But Liam Payne couldn’t be more thrilled as he told his Instagram followers that his partner Cheryl had gifted him with a very fitting present for the special occasion over the past weekend.
Flashing the piece of dazzling bling around his neck, which was in the shape of a teddy bear, the One Direction singer, 23, gushingly revealed that he ‘loved it.’
Read more: Daily Mail
Liam Payne sports beloved bear necklace in honour of his son as he performs racy solo track on US TV alongside scantily-clad dancer
He missed out on his first Father’s Day due to promoting his debut solo album in the US.
But Liam Payne made sure that his baby son Bear was close to his heart by his wearing a special necklace gifted to him by girlfriend Cheryl.
The former One Direction star hit the stage on Jimmy Fallon’s chatshow on Wednesday and didn’t appear to be fazed to be out on his own.
Read more: Daily Mail
You and me got a whole lotta history! Liam Payne enjoys 1D reunion with pal Niall Horan at Indianapolis concert…after making a NYC appearance in bold orange hoodie
He’s jetting all over the world to promote his first solo effort, hit single Strip That Down.
But Liam Payne, 23, showed he hadn’t forgotten the roots of his musical success as he reunited with One Direction bandmate Niall Horan at the ZPL Birthday Bash concert in Indianapolis on Friday.
Liam could barely contain his excitement at seeing his One Direction bandmate, also 23, as the pair cutely recorded one another before posing for a smiley Instagram selfie.
Read more: Daily Mail
‘My name was flagging up on their system’: British Muslim Zayn Malik reveals he was ‘DETAINED at airport for three hours in America’ during early One Direction days
He is one of the most well-known, high profile British Muslims in the entertainment industry.
But Zayn Malik has spoken in incredible detail about the pitfalls associated with his Islamic faith, in particular chronicling a specific issue which occurred when he first flew to America as a starry-eyed 17-year-old after joining the boyband One Direction.
The Bradford born singer, now 24 – who admitted that he was ‘detained for three hours’ in the US – went onto say that he still ‘identifies with his religion’ despite ‘not currently practising’ and ‘not wanting to be defined by his cultural background.’
Read more: Daily Mail
James Arthur Joins Pepsi’s The Sound Drop Campaign, Talks ‘Out of Control’ Success of ‘Say You Won’t Let Go’
As James Arthur celebrates his highest peak on the Billboard Hot 100, with “Say You Won’t Let Go” sitting pretty at No. 11 (chart dated June 24), he’s adding another honor to his growing resume. The British singer-songwriter is officially joining Pepsi’s The Sound Drop initiative, which brings emerging artists and aspiring singers together while also allowing artists to connect with fans on a deeper level.
“I was really interested in being part of encouraging people to make music,” Arthur tells Billboard about joining The Sound Drop. “I know firsthand how hard it is to get noticed, so I wanted to get involved and try to inspire people to involve their artistry, keep plugging away. That’s how I got to a place where I’m happy in my career, by expressing myself and trying to inspire others.”
Read more: Billboard
‘The chemistry was perfect’: Simon Cowell secures SAME X Factor panel as Louis Walsh, Sharon Osbourne and Nicole Scherzinger are set to return
He was joined by his original co-stars Louis Walsh and Sharon Osbourne, as well as familiar face Nicole Scherzinger on The X Factor judging panel last year.
And it seems Simon Cowell, 57, had his heart set on the same team as he confirms the famous four will reunite for the 2017 series.
The music mogul has stuck with the same panel for two seasons in a row for the first time in seven years.
Read more: Daily Mail
It’s that time again! X Factor judges Sharon Osbourne, Louis Walsh, Simon Cowell and Nicole Scherzinger look excitable as they reunite for 14th series alongside host Dermot O’Leary
It was recently confirmed that there will be no changes to the judging panel for this year’s series.
And clearly pleased with Simon Cowell’s decision, Sharon Osbourne, Louis Walsh and Nicole Scherzinger appeared in high spirits as they reunited with the music mogul on Monday.
The quartet were spotted back in each other’s company as they arrived at The Titanic Hotel in Liverpool, alongside returning host of the series Dermot O’Leary.
Read more: Daily Mail
X Factor’s Nicole Scherzinger makes a statement in skintight leather trousers as she joins fellow judge Sharon Osbourne for Liverpool auditions
It was announced earlier this week that the judging panel were coming back in force.
And kicking off the new series off, Nicole Scherzinger looked sensational as she arrived to the Titanic Hotel in Liverpool for the first round of the judges auditions alongside Sharon Osbourne on Tuesday.
The American beauty, 38, looked sensational as she flaunted her honed pins in a pair of skintight leather trousers for the thrilling occasion.
Read more: Daily Mail
Nicole Scherzinger is replaced by Alesha Dixon for this weekend’s X Factor auditions in Manchester after pulling out due to ‘diary clash’
Nicole Scherzinger has been replaced by Alesha Dixon for this weekend’s X Factor auditions after pulling out at the last second.
The Pussycat Dolls singer, 38, has pulled out of judging auditions in Manchester due to a previous ‘diary appointment’.
Sources claimed bosses were ‘gutted’ by the decision, but felt Britain’s Got Talent judge Alesha, 38, was the perfect replacement due to her ‘wealth of experience’.
Read more: Daily Mail
Leggy Alesha Dixon steps out in daring asymmetric dress at X Factor auditions in Manchester after judge Nicole Scherzinger pulled out due to ‘diary clash’
She was drafted in as an X Factor judge at the last minute, after judge Nicole Scherzinger pulled out at the last minute.
But Alesha Dixon looked like she was taking her temporary new role in her stride as she put on a leggy display at the ITV talent show’s Manchester auditions on Saturday.
The stunning 38-year-old flaunted her toned pins and athletic physique in a Grecian-inspired asymmetric dress which featured a burnt orange flared top, an ebony midsection and a flowing ivory skirt which was daringly split to the side.
Read more: Daily Mail
When good TV goes bad: why X Factor lost its way with One Direction
Once, tales of ordinary folk achieving stardom enthralled the nation. But smooshing its contestants into reluctant boybands revealed its true cynicism
In 2004, when The X Factor started, the show’s premise was simple: find talented but overlooked people and help them realise their dream of pop stardom. The contestants were mentored by the people who’d nurtured the musical endeavours of Westlife, Ozzy Osbourne and, er, Zig and Zag – Louis Walsh, Sharon Osbourne and Simon Cowell respectively – and who would repeatedly tell them that the key was working hard and trying their best every week.
For a while it worked. Series three winner Leona Lewis became a genuine pop star. She had legit talent, making at least one banger (Bleeding Love), breaking the US and becoming, briefly, a celeb that even your nan might recognise. Embarrassing as it is to think about now, the show was a national phenomenon: X Factor parties happened every weekend, nights out were delayed until after the results and it wasn’t shameful to talk about the programme in public.
Read more: The Guardian
‘It gave me chills… unbelievable’: Simon Cowell is overwhelmed by his star-studded recording of charity single in aid of Grenfell Tower fire victims
Simon Cowell has revealed he was left with ‘chills’ after hearing the star-studded recording of his charity single for the victims of Grenfell Tower blaze in London last week.
The music mogul, 57 – who is the spearhead behind the single which will feature the likes of Louis Tomlinson and Jessie J – arrived at Notting Hill’s Sarm Studios on Monday to oversee the project as the stars gathered to record their verses.
After listening to the first recording, the mogul revealed he was left emotional by the vocals he had heard
He says: ‘Honestly unbelievable, I mean chills. It sounds beautiful.’
His protege Louis was also pleased with the outcome, adding: ‘Good, it was great.’
Read more: Daily Mail
‘London is the strongest place on earth’: Heartbroken record-buyers praise ‘beautiful and touching’ Grenfell Tower video… as the song becomes the fastest selling single of the DECADE
The charity single recorded to help the victims of the Grenfell Tower blaze has become the fastest selling single in a decade.
Just hours after the video was broadcast on ITV, the Official Charts Company confirmed the single has already shifted 120,000 across downloads and streaming equivalent sales.
The single was released at 8am on Wednesday and emotional record-buyers praised the artists behind the song after watching the video, saying it proves the strength of the capital.
Read more: Daily Mail
The Official Charts
Singles
1 Artists For Grenfell – Bridge Over Troubled Water
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4 Liam Payne – Strip That Down (feat. Quavo)
10 Little Mix – Power (feat. Stormzy)
14 Niall Horan – Slow Hands
20 Camilla Cabello – Crying in the Club
43 Harry Styles – Sign of the Times
49 Olly Murs – Unpredictable (feat. Louisa Johnson)
54 Little Mix – No More Sad Songs
65 Fifth Harmony – Down (Feat. Gucci Mane)
68 Little Mix – Touch
76 5 After Midnight – Up In Here
78 ZAYN – Still Got Time (feat. PARTYNEXTDOOR)
88 Little Mix – Shout Out to my Ex
90 James Arthur – Say You Won’t Let Go
96 James Arthur – Can I Be Him
Albums
1 Royal Blood – How Did We Get So Dark
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14 Little Mix – Glory Days
25 Harry Styles – Harry Styles
90 James Arthur – Back From the Edge
