EXCLUSIVE: US-Bangladeshi action movie MR-9: Do or Die, starring ABM Sumon, Michael Jai White and Frank Grillo, has been picked up by Quiver Distribution for a North American VOD/digital release this month.
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Self Esteem has dropped the sonic new cover of Jimmy Cliff’s ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’, shared as part of the This Town soundtrack. Check it out below.The song was shared by the Sheffield singer as part of the new BBC series which aired over the Easter weekend, and takes place in the ’80s UK, amid the two-tone ska revival.Originally released back in 1995, the song was first shared by Jimmy Cliff as part of his album ‘Many Rivers To Cross’.“Persecution you must fear/ Win or lose you got to get your share/ You’ve got your mind set on a dream/ You can get it though hard it may seem now,” Self Esteem, real name Rebecca Lucy Taylor sings in the verse, putting a modern, dance spin on the original track.Check out both the original and the new Self Esteem cover below.The first two episodes of This Town aired over Easter weekend, with Self Esteem’s reimagining of ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’ being played from the soundtrack, as well as Ray Laurél’s new version of ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’.The series “celebrates a thrilling evolution of sound, spirit and UK culture” and is set against the melting-pot scene of the Midlands in the 1980s.
The soundtrack is set to arrive on April 26 via Polydor, and features an eclectic mix of artists putting their own spin on songs from the era in a bid to pay tribute to the hugely formative period.As well as Self Esteem and Ray Laurél, upcoming episodes will include original covers from Mercury-nominated breakthrough Olivia Dean, Grammy-winner Gregory Porter, BRITs Rising Star nominee Sekou and Academy Award nominee Celeste. Check out the full tracklist below.1. ‘You Can Get It If You Really Want’ – Self Esteem
2. ‘Somewhere Over The Rainbow’ – Ray Laurél
3. ‘Estella’ – Fuck The
EXCLUSIVE: US-Bangladeshi action movie MR-9: Do or Die, starring ABM Sumon, Michael Jai White and Frank Grillo, has been picked up by Quiver Distribution for a North American VOD/digital release this month.
Seal has shared a new alternate version of his hit song ‘Kiss From A Rose’ from the new 30th anniversary reissue of ‘Seal’.‘Kiss From A Rose’ was originally released in 1994 and then re-released the following year as part of the ‘Batman Forever film soundtrack’, helping it top the charts in the United States and Australia.The track earned the Number One spot on the UK Charts as well as on the Billboard US Mainstream Top 40, US Adult Top 40, US Adult Contemporary and the Hot 100. It also reached the Top 10 in various countries, including Canada, France, Iceland and Norway.
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Sky Ferreira has covered Lady A‘s ‘Need You Now’ at a surprise Coachella appearance on Saturday – watch below.The singer, who has just finished her UK/EU tour, popped up at the Californian festival to play an unnanounced opening song for Kevin Abstract that afternoon, to the delight of fans.Ferreira’s cover is a starry, synth-drenched version that is characteristic of her 80s synthpop-inflected instrumentals. Her cover was later revealed to be produced by Quadeca, who joined Abstract later on stage along with Dominic Fike.‘Need You Now’ was originally released in 2009, where it went on to win four Grammys in 2011, including Song of the Year and Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.Watch Ferreira’s cover below:NME spoke with Ferreira last year, where she revealed that her highly anticipated second album ‘Masochism’ was nearly done.
As the weather slowly starts to improve, and with the days getting longer and longer, it is time to start thinking about summer holidays.
Welcome to ElectionLine’s A View From Abroad series, in which we speak with media figures who don’t live in America but keep a close eye on its politics. Every few weeks, these smart observers will provide a unique perspective on what promises to be a fraught and unpredictable campaign for the White House. This week, our interview is with Emily Maitlis and Jon Sopel, the former BBC presenters who now host podcast The News Agents – USA.
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Mae Muller and Self Esteem are set to perform as part of this week’s Club NME event. Grab free tickets here and find all the details below.The legendary Club NME series returned last September with Courteeners playing in London before Blossoms delivered a special show in Manchester earlier this year.On Friday (April 12) Club NME will take over London’s Scala in King’s Cross, with Muller due to deliver a live headline set at the venue.
Maya Jama looks gorgeous in a newly shared selfie - showing off her new hairstyle.The model and presenter posed for a pouting photograph on her Instagram story , showcasing long wavy locks and a full fringe.The 29-year-old Love Island host followed it up with a video of herself flicking around her hair while in the back of a car. Maya also posted a video of dog, Cilla Le Pom, who is owned by hairdresser and stylish Patrick Wilson, suggesting that he might be behind the stunning new look.
Taylor Swift fans are counting down the days until she brings her record-breaking Eras Tour to Europe next month.The musician's boyfriend, Travis Kelce, has teased what fans can expect from the shows, and revealed that he plans to support Taylor from the crowd.The Kansas City Chiefs star and Superbowl winner previously travelled to Argentina, Australia and Singapore to watch his girlfriend in action. When asked if he will be 'packing his bags' to join Taylor on tour, Travis told Entertainment Tonight: "Oh, you know I gotta go support." While he didn't clarify which cities he will be joining her in, Travis hinted that his girlfriend's shows in London and Paris will be 'can't-miss' events. "I think she’s at Wembley [Stadium] eight times,' he said.
EXCLUSIVE: The Hallyu march continues this week, as a major Korean content streaming service continues its global rollout.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director Anthony Mackie has been a stalwart of the Marvel Cinematic Universe ever since debuting as Sam Wilson/Falcon in 2014’s “Captain America: The Winter Soldier.” The actor’s MCU tenure has included “Avengers” movies and the Disney+ series “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier,” and now Mackie is taking on the mantle of Captain America in the upcoming film tentpole “Captain America: Brave New World.” While promoting his latest series “Twisted Metal” in the United Kingdom, Mackie compared the project to his experience making Marvel movies and told Radio Times there was a lot more storytelling freedom to be had outside of the MCU. “I would say the Marvel thing is completely different, just because it’s such a space of controlled entertainment. Like, there’s only so much you can do,” Mackie observed.
Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has declared his love for his fans as they rushed to respond to his latest update. The dancer took to social media as he looked back at how his mammoth UK tour is going so far.
A teenager who was sent home from school over her outfit choice refused to return to the establishment and finished her studies at home. Karis Wilson was ordered to leave the grounds in February 2021 after the then-17-year-old wore a knee-length black dress over a white top.
The Sunday Times has released its list of the Best Places to Live in the UK in 2024 - and two areas in Greater Manchester have made the cut. This year, the London title's team of judges chose to include Prestwich and Stockport in its comprehensive guide - with the latter being named the best location to live across the whole of the north west.