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Meat Loaf‘s ‘Bat Out Of Hell’ has been named as the best-selling debut album in UK chart history.Compiled by The Official Charts Company in partnership with National Album Day, which will take place tomorrow (October 15), the ‘Official All-Time Debut Albums Top 20’ has placed the late artist’s 1977 solo album at the top.The chart is based on combined UK sales and streams since records began in 1956, with Meat Loaf having sold over 3.5million copies of ‘Bat Out Of Hell’ in the UK alone to date.Second in the chart is James Blunt‘s 2004 LP ‘Back To Bedlam’, with Leona Lewis (‘Spirit’, 2007), Lady Gaga (‘The Fame’, 2008) and Dido (‘No Angel’, 1999) rounding out the top five.Other entrants in the top 20 include debut albums by the Spice Girls, Coldplay, Mike Oldfield, Adele, The Killers, Guns N’ Roses and Oasis. You can see the full ‘Official All-Time Debut Albums Top 20’ chart below.A special Steve Wright-hosted radio programme about the new debut albums chart will air on BBC Sounds and BBC Radio 2 from 1pm-3pm tomorrow.Meat Loaf, born Marvin Lee Aday, passed away earlier this year at the age of 74.

It’s National Album Day tomorrow. You’re probably too busy putting up your decorations right now to read this.

Queen Mother's coffin before her funeral in 2002 – soldier-turned-pop-star James Blunt's allegiance to the monarchy has never been in doubt. Now, after spending nine hours lining up with members of the public to see the Queen lying in state in Westminster Hall, the You're Beautiful singer has had a dig at those who jumped 'the Queue', stressing that the whole point was to dedicate a day on your feet to pay one's respects.

James Blunt says Queen Elizabeth's funeral stirred memories of guarding the Queen Mother lying in state. The former reconnaissance officer in the Life Guards regiment of the British Army guarded the late royal's coffin and was part of the funeral procession on April 9, 2002. And the 'You're Beautiful' hitmaker - who queued with his wife Sofia Wellesley, granddaughter of the 8th Duke of Wellington, to see the late British monarch lying in state before her funeral on Monday (19.

royal events. Back in 2012 an unlikely friendship began when Princesses Beatrice and Eugene mistook the singer for their cousin, Prince Harry. At a party the pair are said to have said that Ed was the spitting image of Harry, sparking the pairing between Beatrice and Ed.

James Blunt is to star in a new documentary about his career, described in the official blurb as being like “Spinal Tap meets Alan Partridge”. And if your immediate thought is, “Oh, like the Bros documentary”, it is indeed made by the same production company behind the incredible ‘When The Screaming Stops’.Filmed during Blunt’s recent greatest hits tour, the film explores the musician’s time in the British Army, his move into music – which, of course, saw him make and release the biggest selling album of the early 21st century – and the progression of his career since then.“This is the story of an ageing, British popstar, still fighting for relevance some seventeen years after his star momentarily twinkled”, says production company Lorton Entertainment.

James Blunt is set to star in a new feature documentary, which has been described as Spinal Tap meets Alan Partridge.The new project comes from Lorton Entertainment, who previously produced the BBC film Bros: After The Screaming Stops, the Oasis documentary Supersonic and the soon-to-be-released George Ezra film End-To-End.The upcoming documentary was filmed on the road during Blunt’s 2022 Greatest Hit Tour, and will explore the singer’s backstory, from his time in the British Army to recording the biggest-selling album of the noughties.The official synopsis reads: “This the story of an ageing, British popstar, still fighting for relevance some seventeen years after his star momentarily twinkled. No one has a more extraordinary story than James Blunt.

Bros: After the Screaming Stops producer Lorton Entertainment is next turning the camera to cult British singer James Blunt in a doc billed as “Spinal Tap meets Alan Partridge.”

Dame Joan Collins has revealed her close pal, The Duchess of York, gifted her and her husband Percy Gibson a copy of her book at their recent wedding anniversary party, adding that the kind royal has "perfect manners." Speaking exclusively to OK! after their star-studded bash at Claridge's in London, acting legend Dame Joan gushed" "I've known Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, since she was 33. She sent me a copy of her book, in fact, which was great!" The former Dynasty star, 88, added: "She’s wonderful.

It was undoubtedly the showbiz celebration of the year – and OK! was honoured to be invited to join Dame Joan Collins and Percy Gibson as they marked their 20th wedding anniversary with a spectacular star-studded party at Claridge’s.Two decades after we exclusively covered their nuptials at the same hotel, the iconic actress and her beloved husband took us back to where it all started. Now, we're bringing you all the incredible, candid photos from the night, featuring stars such as Simon Cowell, Liz Hurley and Sarah Ferguson, as well as a hilarious, revealing interview with Dame Joan and Percy.

James Blunt in their latest effort to repel protesters who are camped outside of parliament.The demonstrators, who are angry at COVID-19 vaccine mandates, have been blocking the streets of the country’s capital, Wellington, since Tuesday (February 8).Tactics used by the local authorities to try and get rid of the protesters have included turning on the water sprinklers on the lawn where they camped. But protesters retaliated by digging trenches and building makeshift drainpipes to re-route the water, according to BBC News.When the sprinkler tactic proved ineffective, police turned to blasting out Barry Manilow‘s greatest hits, which include ‘Mandy’ and ‘Could It Be Magic’, on a 15-minute loop from one of parliament’s loudspeakers, as well as the ’90s Spanish hit ‘Macarena’ and a number of vaccine messages.After catching wind of what was happening, Blunt offered his services to New Zealand authorities via Twitter.

James Blunt has threatened to release new music on Spotify in protest against Joe Rogan’s podcast, which is an exclusive on the platform.Earlier this week, Neil Young had his music removed from Spotify after writing an open letter that said the Joe Rogan Experience was “spreading false information about vaccines”.“They can have Rogan or Young. Not both,” the musician wrote.

Standing ovation! Prince William and Duchess Kate were dressed to the nines for a charity show in London.

Ex-military officer, Twitter legend, pub landlord and million-selling pop star – James Blunt has, you could say, been everything.

Kate Middleton is shining on the red carpet for her latest appearance!

Sara Davies is the latest celeb to leave Strictly Come Dancing 2021 after she and Aljaz Škorjanec ended up in the dance-off.They went head to head against Tilly Ramsay and her partner Nikita Kuzmin, but sadly Sara lost out following the judges' vote.The Dragon's Den star hoped to impress panel members Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and Head Judge, Shirley Ballas, but were unfortunately sent home.

The Fox & Pheasant pub in the swanky suburb of Chelsea, where bartenders have been baffled by a series of strange happenings in recent weeks. Blunt took to Instagram on Monday to share security camera footage of a beer glass inexplicably falling from a shelf behind the bar.

Michelle Keegan got a knockback buying wine from Sainsbury's after she was IDed and didn't have any proof of her age.

Fans of the Royal Family dream of having high tea with the Queen or hitting the shops with Kate Middleton. While it’s unlikely us average Joes will score a heart-to-heart with a prince or princess, for some lucky celebrities that dream is a reality! Ant McPartlin shared his addiction battle in a deep chat with Kate on Tuesday.

Rob Brydon and Ruth Jones enjoyed a Gavin and Stacey reunion on stage as their characters Uncle Bryn and Nessa.The duo teamed up at CarFest, which is an annual family music and motoring festival held in Cheshire and Hampshire, England. Dressed as his beloved character Uncle Bryn, Rob introduced singer James Blunt on to stage to perform and the pair even sang his single Wisemen together.

Piers Morgan has shared how he's lost some weight after being struck down by Covid-19 three weeks ago at the Euro 2020 final, which saw England lose against Italy. The 56 year old, who recently hit back at Carol McGiffin and called her "an irrelevant has-been", has been detailing his symptoms and how he's been coping since recovering from the deadly virus – which he caught despite being double jabbed.

Music sensation James Blunt appears to be putting his musical career on pause as he prepares to take on the position as TV judge in a new show about brewing beer. Having topped the UK charts with his famous single You’re Beautiful in 2005 and having two successful albums Back to Bedlam and All The Lost Souls, the pub owning singer will reportedly be fronting the new production that pits small breweries against each other to become the maker of the best pint.

James Blunt has said the coronavirus pandemic has been a “blessing in disguise” for his career.The singer-songwriter was supposed to head out on tour last year before the global pandemic put a stop to his plans. Speaking in a new interview, he’s suggested this allowed him to take some much-needed time away from music.“I was supposed to be on tour for a year and I was sent home.

its 150th anniversary this year, has remained closed since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic last March.From Saturday, May 29, the Albert Hall will begin hosting a series of socially distanced concerts to mark its milestone birthday.

James Blunt has sent out an appeal after family heirlooms and other precious belongings were stolen from his Ibiza home.The You’re Beautiful singer, 46, revealed more than 100 items were stolen from his home after his villa in Santa Gertrudis, Ibiza was ransacked.Thieves stole cufflinks, clothes and sunglasses as well as a pocket watch given to him by his grandfather. Amongst the stolen items was also a bayonet from his days as a soldier.

direct to your inboxCoronation Street is celebrating its 60th anniversary today with cast and fans paying tribute to the much-loved soap.And it may come as no surprise that Transport for Greater Manchester have got in on the action with another of their brilliant signs.Transport bosses have kept us entertained over the years with special mentions to the likes of the Spice Girls and James Blunt who were touring in the city, to poking fun at Manchester United or Manchester City's latest success on

Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Simon Cowell and Stephen Fry are among the celebrities supporting a festive event to raise funds for the Independent’s Help the Hungry campaign partner, The Felix Project.The Fayre of St James's 2020 Christmas Concert, streatmed virtually for the first time because of the pandemic, will feature performances from James Bay, James Blunt, Emeli Sande, Craig David and Katie Melua.There will also be carols, festive readings and a silent auction on top of appearances by a host of

Ed Sheeran's manager has spoken out regarding an alleged incident between the singer and Princess Beatrice. In 2017, reports circulated that Sheeran was partying with Beatrice and singer James Blunt at Royal Lodge in Windsor when the princess pretended to knight Blunt with a ceremonial sword and accidentally sliced Sheeran's face.

Back in 2016, a story went rampant suggesting that Princess Beatrice accidentally cut Ed Sheeran‘s face with a sword during a dinner party.