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Andy Taylor And Special Guest Perform Charity Concert For Cancer Platform

Laura Revill — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 20:42:55 +0000

Duran Duran’s Andy Taylor, along with other prominent musicians, will unite in a collaborative effort to raise funds for a cancer charity through a special concert scheduled for this month. The esteemed 62-year-old guitarist and vocalist was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer in 2018 and has since been actively involved in promoting awareness surrounding this condition.

Taylor will be joined by Robert Plant from Led Zeppelin, Andrew Ridgeley from Wham!, David Palmer from ABC, as well as singer-songwriter Ella Henderson and guitarist Phil X. Together, they will perform a selection of their most renowned songs to an audience consisting of philanthropists, musicians, and two fortunate fans.

The event, set to take place on October 21 at Soho Farmhouse in the Cotswolds, will also encompass a live auction showcasing artworks by Banksy and Picasso and exclusive Fender guitars signed by artists including Lady Gaga, Nile Rodgers and Green Day including a special Fender Guitar to be played and signed by Andy Taylor on the night! Additionally, Katherine Ryan will deliver a comedic performance, while Ridgeley will assume the role of DJ.

In an interview discussing his treatment, Andy said, “There also needs to be a revolution in men’s healthcare about prostate cancer, a breaking down of the stigmas associated with getting tested. The Cancer Awareness Trusts’ vision for a Cancer Platform is what we need and why I’m an ambassador.” He went on to add, “So many amazing people have come together to put this show together with Andy and I can’t wait to celebrate with them all on the night, but more importantly, I’m looking forward to putting the funds raised to the crucial and urgent work of transforming cancer outcomes.”

Duran Duran, founded in Birmingham in 1978, quickly rose to prominence in the 1980s as a leading musical group, receiving widespread recognition and praise for their exceptional contributions to the industry, boasting chart-topping hits such as “Rio,” “The Wild Boys,” and the James Bond theme “A View To A Kill”. In 2021, the group unveiled their 15th studio album, Future Past.

The funds raised will be allocated to the Cancer Awareness Trust, an organisation aiming to establish a novel platform advancing access to information regarding the disease for individuals affected by it.

The exclusive event with only 100 tickets made available, has attracted a diverse group of attendees. These esteemed guests have generously contributed to the charity in order to secure their attendance, in what will be an outstanding event for the Cotswolds.

Although tickets for this highly anticipated event have been completely sold out, the Cancer Platform announced “We’re offering two lucky fans the opportunity to join us for the evening with Andy Taylor & special guests in this VIP experience. Want to find out how to enter?”

We’re offering two lucky fans the opportunity to join us for the evening with @AndyTaylorLives & special guests in this VIP experience.

We’re offering two lucky fans the opportunity to join us for the evening with @AndyTaylorLives & special guests in this VIP experience.

Want to find out how to enter? https://t.co/7pXFVrixCS

— Cancer Platform (@thecancerplat) September 29, 2023

Although this event is sold out, you can still support Cancer Platform by bidding on incredible items in their Silent Auction or by joining their thrilling Live Auction at 10:15pm BST on Saturday 21st October.

KISS FM Reveals Line-Up for 2020 Haunted House Party Including Dizzee Rascal, Becky Hill and Joel Corry

Hannah Jaap — Mon, 19 Oct 2020 11:59:03 +0000

Today, UK radio station KISS FM announced the full line-up for the 2020 instalment of their annual Halloween Haunted House Party. The event will take place virtually on Saturday 31st October from 6pm BST – tune in on the official website.

KISS FM posted on Twitter to reveal the acts and other details, saying, “We’re throwing the UK’s BIGGEST Halloween party and you’re all invited!” There’s no need to purchase tickets as the live-stream is free, and will be the perfect way to spend the 31st this year, as Covid-19 has prevented people from going out to parties.

#KISSHaunted

Saturday 31st October – From 6pm

We’re throwing the UK’s BIGGEST #Halloween party and you’re all invited!

@220_kid @ashnikko @BeckyHill @DizzeeRascal @JoelCorry @KSI @NathanDawe @S1MBA

Plus appearances from…@CraigDavid @EllaHenderson @MNEK

— KISS FM UK (@KissFMUK) October 19, 2020

The line-up consists of rapper Dizzee Rascal, who was recently awarded an MBE, followed by Becky Hill, Joel Corry, KSI, Nathan Dawe, S1mba, Ashnikko, and 220 Kid. There will also be special guest appearances from featured artists Ella Henderson, MNEK, and Craig David. Joel Corry tweeted out to his followers about his appearance, saying that he will be bringing “a few special guests”, as did ‘Don’t Need Love’ singer 220 Kid. So perhaps there will be even more artists than have been announced so far.

I LOVE Halloween @KISSFMUK #KISSHaunted House Party let’s go!
I may bring a few special guests

Saturday 31st October – from 6pmhttps://t.co/bSyAU3pusv pic.twitter.com/TzktKetAhH

— Joel Corry (@JoelCorry) October 19, 2020

Presenters of KISS Breakfast Show Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely discussed the line-up on this morning’s show, commenting, “A lot of Halloween parties may be off the cards right now, but fear not – KISS FM have got you. Bringing all the treats and maybe a few tricks, we’ve got some of the biggest KISS artists putting on a party just for you.”

Usually, the Haunted House Party is held at Wembley’s SSE Arena in London, but it has been altered to move online for the unique circumstances of 2020. In 2019, the incredible gig saw the likes of Stormzy, Sean Paul and Anne-Marie take to the stage.

Ella Henderson Returns with New Uplifting Single “Take Care of You”

Jay Arpiwach — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 09:14:12 +0000

The X Factor alumni Ella Henderson has returned to the music scene with a new electropop single titled “Take Care of You“. The track is Henderson’s follow-up to the comeback EP ‘Glorious‘ back in 2019.

After a lengthy drama with the previous record label Syco, the singer has finally settled down under the new home at Rudimental’s Major Toms/Asylum Records. With this promising second chance, she is ready and stronger than ever to break the scene once again.

“Take Care of You” is the latest song that introduces a proper return for the songstress. Henderson has collaborated with a long list of A-listed producers and songwriters to craft this new single.

Julia Michaels and Justin Tranter, who wrote pop smash hits for Selena Gomez, Britney Spears, and P!nk, appear as the co-writers of the track, along with Daniel Blume, Joris Mur, and Noel Zancanella as the producers. Zancanella is the producer of Taylor Swift’s blockbuster record ‘1989‘ and also Henderson’s number 1 “Ghost“, another reason to be excited for!

This result from an impressive line-up of producers is an electropop bop that continues to showcase Henderson’s venture into a pop-dance side after lending her voice to Jax Jones’ “This Is Real” and Sigala’s “We Got Love“. “I know you’re hurting. I know it’s rough. I know you seen so many things that mess you up,” the tune starts with a melodic introduction that recalls Clean Bandit’s “Rather Be“.

“I’ll take care, take care of you, and all of the things that no one else will do, like take care of you,” the 24-year-old sings with such a soaring vocal that would surely make us want to throw our hands up in the air and dance.

The track is served with a music video that seems to be shot under a social-distancing concern. The clip features the Lincolnshire singer riding a bike and enjoying a beautiful natural scene that reminds us of how great it is to spend time outside! Check out the heartwarming pop anthem below.

According to Official Charts, Henderson details the making of this song: “When I wrote “Take Care of You” I couldn’t put into words how I was feeling, but alongside two of my favourite writers in the world, Julia and Justin, they helped me turn my thoughts into song. This song is for everyone I love, as well as a message of self-care – a personal reminder to look after myself, both mentally and physically.”

It has been over five years since Henderson stole all the spotlights to herself with a powerful ballad “Ghost” from debut LP ‘Chapter One‘ in 2014. After that, the singer disappeared from music due to a disagreement with Syco, and came back in 2o19 with a four-track EP ‘Glorious‘ with the title track as a single.

She has not announced if “Take Care of You” is the first single from the singer’s long-awaited second studio album, but we hope to get a ‘Chapter Two‘ very soon. Stay tuned!