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8 totally wildcard artists that we'd love to see play Download 2027

With Download now booking everything from Scooter to Five, here are eight other out-of-the-box ideas for artists that could be booked for next year

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“All the notes are different, but the feel of it and the rhythm of it gives that track an extra little kick”: Producer Mike Stock on the secret sauce in Rick Astley's biggest song, why Stock Aitken Waterman was never a 'hit factory', and new music

"It made us sound like a sausage factory – that we were just churning them out – and that couldn't be further from the truth, because we always put the time and the hours and the effort in"

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“Put Taylor Swift or Sabrina Carpenter back in the 1980s and they couldn’t have got arrested": Kylie Minogue and Rick Astley songwriter/producer Mike Stock says that modern pop stars would have struggled to make an impact back in the day

"They don’t have to worry about the song," he argues

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‘I had to start living for me’: Suzette Charles on winning Miss America, confronting Bill Cosby and releasing her debut album 33 years late

From late-night calls with Stevie Wonder to tours with Frank Sinatra, the US singer seemed primed for success – so what caused her to hide from the public for decades? Finally back in the spotlight, she tells her remarkable story

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BBC Radio 2 postpones huge music festival over fears it would harm other events

The event, set to take place in Stirling, Scotland, will now be held in September

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Rick Astley shares secret to his happy marriage

Pop veteran Rick Astley has shared the secret to his happy marriage insisting "respect" is just as important as love in a relationship.

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TV tonight: the return of a sparkling Scottish comedy

Nina has a big decision to make in the tummy-tickling show Dinosaur. Plus: the finale of hit prison drama Waiting for the Out. Here’s what to watch this evening

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This Meme Account Explains These 58 Memes For Those Who Just Don’t Get It

Part of a good joke is people getting it. If nobody does, who is going to laugh at it? The same applies to memes. However, some of them are so niche, you need to have a Ph.D. in internet culture to understand what they're talking about — or follow the…

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'God bless that song...' Rick Astley never gets tired of hit single Never Gonna Give You Up

Rick Astley will always be grateful for his 1987 smash hit single Never Gonna Give You Up, even though the track has eclipsed every other song he has recorded during his career.

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Rick Astley announced for BBC’s Reel Stories

Rick Astley has done a deep dive into his life and career for Dermot O'Leary.

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44 Truly Random Facts That Are Still Better Than The News

Some people collect stamps. Others prefer art. And since you're about to click on this link, we're guessing you enjoy gathering interesting facts. If you're a connoisseur of curiosity, a hoarder of trivia and perhaps even, a walking Wikipedia, you've come to the right place. Herewith lies a list of…

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Rick Astley helped by Ronan Keating after coughing fit on TV

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Rick Astley in coughing fit with Ronan Keating coming to his aid on The One Show

Watch as Rick Astley has a coughing fit live on air as Ronan Keating comes to his aid.

The Independent UK

Stranger Things’ Big Musical Hook For Season 5 Is A Departure From The Norm, But I’m Just Glad It’s Not Rick Astley

Nobody needs to be Rickrolled after three years between seasons.

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Celebrating the life of Eddie Jordan – just how 'EJ' would have wanted it

For anyone who knew Eddie Jordan personally, had heard stories of his achievements, acumen and antics, or simply knew him as a Formula 1 team owner – it will not come as a shock that his memorial service in Westminster on Monday was full of laughter, music and warmth.

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Rick Astley worries about female pop stars

Music veteran Rick Astley worries about young female pop stars in the industry these days admitting he hopes they are able to decide for themselves whether they wear skimpy outfits or strip off for music videos.

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Rick Astley won't listen to Kylie Minogue's I Should Be So Lucky

Rick Astley has explained why he doesn't listen to I Should Be So Lucky by Kylie Minogue.

The Guardian - UK

‘The best song to have sex to? Anything by Marvin Gaye. Nothing by Rick Astley’: Rick Astley’s honest playlist

The pop veteran works up a sweat to Biffy Clyro and recognises the dancefloor power of Abba, but which Kylie banger hits a little too close to home?

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'Thank you for the miraculous work...' Pink Floyd's David Gilmour pays tribute to Nordoff and Robbins charity as he accepts O2 Silver Clef Award

David Gilmour, Rick Astley and Sophie Ellis-Bextor were among the winners at the O2 Silver Clef Awards in London on Wednesday night (03.07.25).

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Rick Astley would sing The Smiths' songs 'every weekend' - but Blossoms don't need him

Rick Astley has admitted he would love to do a another Songs of The Smiths tour with Blossoms but concedes the indie band don't need him at the moment as they're career goes from strength-to-strength.

The Independent UK

Rick Astley gives honest take on ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’

Rick Astley says his hit song ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ is “ingrained” in him, reflecting on its lasting impact at the Silver Clef Awards 2025 in London on Wednesday evening (2 July).

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Noah Kahan, Tony Christie, Chase and Status and more set for honours at 2025 O2 Silver Clef Awards

The 2025 O2 Silver Clef Awards take place in London on July 2.

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“Rick Wakeman’s solo albums were just brilliant… when I heard he was doing Henry VIII at Hampton Court Palace, I bought 12 tickets”: Prog is the reason Rick Astley became a singer

Pop star made his life-changing decision at a Camel concert, before discovering the work of keyboard genius Wakeman via Yes

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“The concept of cool and uncool is completely gone, which is good and bad… people are unashamedly listening to Rick Astley. You’ve got to draw a line somewhere!” Mogwai and the making of prog-curious album The Bad Fire

Stuart Braithwaite found himself unexpectedly inspired by King Crimson on his band’s 11th record – and the influence of Pink Floyd could appear on their next

Latin Times

House Republicans Share 'Epstein Files' Link That Redirects to Famous Rick Roll Troll Song

The House Judiciary GOP teased a bombshell Epstein Files reveal, only to direct users to Rick Astley's Never Gonna Give You Up music video, as new records—including flight logs and names—are anticipated for release Thursday.

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