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Post Malone, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Mötley Crüe, it’ll be tricky for 2024’s schedule to outdo its predecessor – and yet, thanks to the likes of Taylor Swift, Blink-182 and Pink, plus Coldplay, Pearl Jam and SZA, it’s poised to do just that.From debut headline shows for breakout artists to bustling festival sideshow programs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as a stellar batch of musicians make their way Down Under in 2024. Read on for NME’s roundup of all the biggest concerts and tours coming to Australia this year.James Taylor: An Evening with James Taylor & His All-Star BandWhen: April 12 – April 28Find tickets and more info hereIf there was ever a festival made for James Taylor & His All-Star Band at this juncture of his 50-year career, it’s Day on the Green.

Britain’s Got Talent has returned with an explosive launch episode which saw an incredible singer and a South Korean martial arts troupe given the golden buzzer and fast tracked to the semi-finals. Bubbly brunette Sydnie Christmas, 28, dazzled the judges with her voice, while Ssaulabi Performance Troupe impressed with their taekwondo skills during the first episode of the ITV’s show 17th series, which aired on Saturday, April 20.

When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle tied the knot in 2018 it was a day of pure joy for the couple. However, it also appears the event was the last time Harry and his brother Prince William were happy in one another's company.

James Blunt has opened up about experimenting with AI (artificial intelligence) lyrics and being “humiliated” by the results.On the March 19 episode of the I Never Thought It Would Happen podcast with host Chris Difford, the pair spoke about the rise of AI and how younger musicians are turning to software to generate lyrics for them.Blunt went on to reveal that he too had experimented with AI to see if it could create lyrics accurately in his style, but was “humiliated” by the results that he received. Blunt told Difford: “Every single one of us must have, having heard of [AI], typed in and then written ‘Give me a first based on this, in the style of, in my case, a James Blunt lyric’”.“The truth is, either AI comes up with something very, very generic or my lyrics are just absolutely mundane.”“So AI has totally humiliated me whenever I’ve gone and asked it to impersonate myself.

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent Saudi Arabia’s Film AlUla has announced it is adding a state-of-the-art music recording studio alongside its moviemaking studios. The film commission for the swathe of northwest Saudi Arabia roughly the size of Belgium that also comprises a lush oasis and vast sandstone canyons currently has filmmaking facilities that include two large soundstages, a backlot, and production support buildings.

Saudi Arabia‘s Film AlUla has announced the construction of a state-of-the-art recording studio, within its recently launched studio complex.

Rachel Riley and James Blunt were among the commuters who got trapped on the tube for hours following a power fault. Travellers on London’s new £19bn Elizabeth Line were left fuming after trains ground to a halt and were plunged into darkness near Paddington Station - with some even claiming people were forced to wee in the corner of carriages and on their seats. It was also said some commuters smashed their way out of the cold trains and walked down the tracks after being trapped for more than three hours.

Princess Beatrice and her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi looked loved up as they posed for pictures at the premiere of James Blunt: One Brit Wonder. The 35 year old Royal was a picture of elegance as she attended the event in a teal velvet blazer, navy jumper and skirt - all from Jigsaw - teamed with a pair of Zara lace-up boots.

Princess Eugenie said she feels “truly honoured” to have Ed Sheeran perform at her anti-slavery gala.

James Blunt has revealed that a visit to the late Carrie Fisher’s house inspired his song ‘Dark Thought’ from his latest LP.The track is featured on Blunt’s seventh studio album ‘Who We Used To Be’. The singer shared in his new memoir, Loosely Based on a Made-Up Story, that the Star Wars icon was a formative figure in his life. Prior to gaining fame, Fisher put Blunt up in her L.A.

James Blunt has finally received his NME Award for Worst Album after years of asking for it.The singer-songwriter was awarded the accolade in 2006 for his debut album ‘Back To Bedlam’ and despite previously asking for his gong, until now he has never received it.In a new interview with NME, he again complained that he had never received it before he was then surprised with the gong. You can view the moment below.“No way, Oh my God,” he says. “I’m so thrilled, I’m so thrilled.

James Blunt has recalled the time that Damon Albarn didn’t want to be photographed with him for an episode of Later… With Jools Holland.The topic arose during a discussion with actor Kathy Burke on an episode of her podcast series Where There’s A Will, There’s A Wake. It heard the singer-songwriter recall the shun that he received from the Blur frontman.Recalling feeling “a little bit annoyed” about one of the passages in Blunt’s new memoir Loosely Based On A Made-Up Story, Burke asked the artist about the passage where he discussed his appearance on the Later… With Jools Holland show – namely a moment that happened off camera.“They do this sort of group photo of all the bands at the end… was it Damon Albarn who refused to be in the photograph or didn’t want you in the photograph?” she asked.“I don’t know exactly.

James Blunt has shed light on his experience living with the late Carrie Fisher in LA.The singer moved in with the Star Wars actress in 2003 when he went to LA to further his career and happened to meet her when he was dating a girl whose family were friends of hers.“I was invited to the restaurant 192 in Notting Hill. I was going out with a girl whose parents were family friends of Carrie’s and I sat beside her at lunch,” he told The Guardian. “I had just got a record deal and was moving to LA.

New Music Friday! The weekend is here, which means more streaming, new playlists and the best that music has to offer. ET has you covered for everything in between.In addition to new releases from Doja Cat, Usher, Halle and more, 88rising’s Head in the Clouds Music & Arts Festival is happening this weekend in Los Angeles.The 5th annual Head in the Clouds Los Angeles Music & Arts Festival is taking place Aug.

RELEASESJames Blunt will release new album ‘Who We Used To Be’ on 27 Oct. Out now is new single ‘Beside You’. “It’s a bit of a celebration”, he says of the song.

Self Esteem – has been awarded an honorary doctorate at the University of Sheffield. Check out her inspiring speech below.The 36-year-old musician already acts as a proud ambassador for Sheffield and was announced as being set to receive the award yesterday (July 17).The news was announced by the University of Sheffield on Twitter, in an update that read: “We are delighted to announce that Rebecca Lucy Taylor, aka Self Esteem, is being awarded an honorary degree today for her success in music and public championing of inclusivity and diversity”.Now, the musician has shared footage of the ceremony on her Instagram account and posted a video of her moving speech at the event.“When I was asked if I could accept this honorary doctorate, my first thought was ‘Well no, I don’t deserve it.

She may well have impeccable royal connections and count high-profile celebrities among her clients, but nutritionist Gabriela Peacock believes that when it comes to tackling ageing you don’t need a palace or a personal trainer to nail it. In her new book, 2 Weeks To A Younger You, she uses the science around longevity and reverse ageing to explore how we can live longer and healthier lives. Actress Billie Piper regards her wisdom as “a game-changer”, while Dame Joan Collins insists her tips are “priceless”.

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Meet your newest American Idol! Iam Tongi has been crowned as the season 21 winner of the ABC singing competition.

*Caution: Spoilers ahead!*

American Idol has crowned its’ newest American Idol!

As American Idol gets ready to crown its Season 21 winner, a star-studded cast has been lined up for the night of celebration set to take place on Sunday, May 21. The three-hour finale episode is set to air live from coast to coast starting at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT.

Tomorrow is the big day, King Charles will officially be crowned and thousands of people will gather to celebrate the historic event - but many Royal fans many are curious as to what the atmosphere will be like as Prince Harry jets in from America.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have a huge bone to pick with Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice. Why is that? Well, the two cousins were caught hanging out with none other than Piers Morgan!

With just hours left to go until the formal coronation of King Charles III, a royal expert has predicted that Prince Harry “won’t burn the final bridge” with his cousins Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice at the high profile event, after they were spotted meeting with one of his most outspoken critics last week.Tensions between Prince Harry and his father the King have been at an all-time high in recent months, but the estranged son had finally accepted an olive branch and agreed to attend the ceremony on Saturday. Yet while Harry’s relationship with his father appears to be on the mend, his previously close bond with cousins Eugenie and Beatrice recently hit the rocks, after they were spotted meeting with TV host Piers Morgan, who famously lost his job at ITV after refusing to apologise for comments made about Harry’s wife Meghan Markle.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly 'astonished' by their close family member's behaviour after Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie were spotted hanging out with controversial TV host Piers Morgan.

Eyebrows were raised last week when images emerged of Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie with TV host Piers Morgan – one of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s most outspoken critics.The royal siblings met up with Piers and other pals, including chart-topping singer James Blunt, at The Princess Royal pub in London’s Notting Hill, and were seen laughing and joking with the presenter as they left the venue. “After everything Piers has said about them as a couple – especially Meghan, who he’s called so many names – Harry and Meghan are astonished that they’ve gone behind their backs,” said our source.

Demi Lovato left fans buzzing with excitement after her electrifying performance this past Saturday at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai.  Demi’s performance was a testament to the power of music to bring people together, with the event attracting fans of all ages from across the region.

This Morning presenter Alison Hammond is reportedly set to join The Great British Bake Off when the Channel 4 series begins filming later this year. Alison, 48, will reportedly be replacing Matt Lucas as co-host, after the comedian announced his departure at the end of last year, telling fans that it had become clear he couldn't balance both GBBO and other commitments. Matt's fellow co-host Noel Fielding will be remaining on the show, with Alison set to present alongside him.

Alison Hammond is set to be announced as the new Great British Bake Off presenter after Matt Lucas resigned last year.