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“It was just the C shape, moved up, and it’s literally just that - that’s the whole song”: How Lola Young took two acoustic guitar chords and turned them into Messy, her worldwide hit (with a little help from some classic Yamaha, Korg and Roland synths)

Listen out for the guitar part that sounds like The Backstreet Boys, too…

MusicRadar

Glastonbury fans sound alarm over 'dangerous' Charli xcx’s clash with Neil Young in 60,000-strong crowd risk

As the pop sensation prepares to headline Saturday night on Other Stage, fears grow over potential ‘safety risk’

Evening Standard

BBC Radio 2 presenter Jeremy Vine dresses up as The Gruffalo for World Book Day

The 59-year old presenter took part in the fancy dress day to celebrate his favourite children’s book character.

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Real reason Charli XCX isn't headlining Glastonbury 2025 amid line-up backlash

In the wake of the Worthy Farm festival’s line-up announcement, many took to social media to question the decision following her Brit Award win

Evening Standard

Glastonbury is finally taking the risk and putting Gen Z artists front and centre

COMMENT: After a few years of peddling to millennial nostalgia or boomer rock, the organisers of the Worthy Farm festival are placing their bets on a new generation of future stars. Hallelujah, says Roisin O’Connor

The Independent UK

Who is Olivia Rodrigo? The 22-year-old pop star controversially headlining Glastonbury 2025

The Drivers License singer is set to top the Pyramid Stage on Sunday night, which has sparked debate among festival purists.

Evening Standard

Glastonbury 2025: the 1975, Neil Young and Olivia Rodrigo to headline

Charli xcx, the Prodigy and Loyle Carner will headline the Other stage, with first-time sets from Alanis Morissette, Doechii and En Vogue

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Ella Henderson will be 'unapologetic' with her new music

Ella Henderson has adopted an "unapologetic" approach to her songwriting as she gears up to release new music.

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Lola Young at the O2 Kentish Town Forum review: messiness delivered with a snarl

5/5 Hot off the Brits, Gen Z’s next big thing delivered blistering vocals and an assured stage presence. Now when’s that next album out?

Evening Standard

Lola Young review – soulful Londoner finds magic in the messy

An endearing shambles between songs but a powerfully versatile and emotional singer during them, the TikTok star is cool but relatable all at once

The Guardian - UK

Sabrina Carpenter sports British designer while Teddy Swims wears teddy bears at the Brits

Here are the most eye-catching looks from the Brit Awards red carpet.

The Independent UK

Drama, glamour, legends: I've been to the BRIT awards every year for 30 years, this is what it's really like

From Madonna’s big fall to the return of the Beatles, Professor Jonathan Shalit shares his memories of the iconic awards ceremony

Evening Standard

How to watch the BRIT Awards 2025: live stream performers Sabrina Carpenter and Sam Fender from anywhere, Jack Whitehall hosts

Jack Whitehall hosts as Sabrina Carpenter, Sam Fender, Teddy Swims and more are set to perform. Here's how to watch the BRIT Awards 2025 online from anywhere.

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TikTok Australia Unveiled Its Most-Played Songs This Summer & Here’s What You’ve Been Dancing To

TikTok has revealed its list of the top 10 most-viewed songs on the platform this Aussie summer, with a few surprising entries.

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The Guardian - UK

The UK may be waning as a pop superpower – but a new generation is being nurtured

No British artists were in the top 10 biggest albums and singles globally last year. But big acts were between projects, and Charli xcx and Central Cee are hitting their stride

MusicRadar

“Even 300 million streams don’t guarantee a sustainable career”: How Lola Young built on the viral success of Messy - and what musicians can learn from her journey

Exploding on TikTok or getting that one big hit might be something many artists are trying to crack - but it's no guarantee of long-term success

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Chappell Roan wins Hottest 100 with Good Luck, Babe!

American singer Chappell Roan has won the Triple J Hottest 100, with international artists breaking records as the top four songs attracted a surge of votes.

Evening Standard

Robbie Williams equals The Beatles’ record for most UK number one albums

The album, Better Man, is a soundtrack to his biopic of the same name.

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Lola Young is stunned by Messy success

Lola Young didn't expect her track 'Messy' to be such a huge hit after it charted across the world last year.

The Independent UK

From dark alt-pop to mind-melting techno-rock, the 10 acts to look out for in 2025

2025 CULTURE GUIDE: Many have yet to release their debut albums, but they’ve done enough to convince Roisin O’Connor and Annabel Nugent that they’re worth paying attention to

The Guardian - UK

‘I’m not saying I’m not scarred. But scars do fade’: Baroness Lola Young on her childhood in care

The crossbench peer grew up in care and went on to become an actor, an academic and one of the first black women in the House of Lords. Now she has written a memoir documenting her remarkable story

The Guardian - UK

Lola Young: This Wasn’t Meant for You Anyway review – winningly messy mix of zingers and vulnerability

The rising star covers all of pop’s bases with a refreshing scuffed charm

The Guardian - UK

Lola Young review – the back-to-front rise of a powerhouse pop star

Juggling negative thoughts, disarming wit and several mobile phones, the straight-talking Londoner has come a long way since being the voice of the John Lewis Christmas ad

The Guardian - UK

Lola Young: My Mind Wanders and Sometimes Leaves Completely review – estuarial verité with 2020s attitude

Don’t hold the Brit school and John Lewis ad against her… the young Londoner’s straight-talking pop is the real deal

The Independent UK

BBC makes change to TV licence fee for those struggling to afford bill

The BBC will be working alongside a debt advice charity to help those experiencing extreme financial hardship

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