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UNBELIEVABLE: Myles smith - Caught on Camera

Ed Sheeran beats Taylor Swift to be named UK’s most-played artist in 2025

Myles Smith’s Nice To Meet You was the most-played track on radio, TV and in public places during 2025.

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Ed Sheeran beats Taylor Swift to be crowned UK’s most played artist for a record eighth time

Data shows that Sheeran’s music is played an average of 574 times daily, equating to 24 plays every hour

The Independent UK

RAYE, Niall Horan and Fatboy Slim lead first wave of stars for Capital’s Summertime Ball 2026

Capital has unveiled the first names for this year’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard, returning to Wembley Stadium on June 6 with 80,000 fans and a stacked line‑up of global stars.

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Capital Summertime Ball: Who is performing and how to get tickets

The confirmed acts include a pop sensation, a dance music icon, a recent Brit Award winner and the stars of a Netflix show

Evening Standard

Wolf Alice's Ellie Rowsell, Lily Allen and Olivia Dean lead nominations as The Ivors unveil 2026 shortlist

The winners will be unveiled at a star-studded ceremony on May 21 in London.

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Ivor Novello award nominees reflect gender disparity in British and Irish songwriters, with twice as many men as women

Olivia Dean, Wolf Alice’s Ellie Rowsell, Jacob Alon, Self Esteem and Kae Tempest lead this year’s Ivors, with two nominations each

The Guardian - UK

Niall Horan has finished his fourth solo album

Niall Horan has completed his fourth solo album, which he's planning to drop in 2026.

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Niall Horan is in the studio putting finishing touches on fourth album

Niall Horan has revealed music from his upcoming fourth album - the follow-up to 2023's The Show - is likely to drop later this year.

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Olivia Dean and Spiritualized to play small-scale Brits Week gigs

They have joined a line-up which also includes Myles Smith and Fatboy Slim.

Evening Standard

Niall Horan teams up with Myles Smith on upcoming song Drive Safe

Niall Horan and Myles Smith have collaborated on a song.

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The Brits Critics' Choice shortlist: who are the three artists selected?

The prestigious nominees for this breakthrough award are here ahead of next year’s awards

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Myles Smith backs Chappell Roan on 'boundary-setting' between artists and fans

Myles Smith has spoken about the "odd" behaviour of some fans who push the boundaries with those in the public eye.

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'Give us your f**king money': Danny Dyer slams UK government in expletive-filled Rolling Stone UK Awards speech

The actor used his hosting slot to champion grassroots music venues and call for greater support for the arts

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FKA Twigs album Eusexua and Bob Geldof among Rolling Stone UK Awards winners

Other winners included Irish rock band The Cranberries, who received the icon award.

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Myles Smith is amazed by the 'crazy' success of the past year

Myles Smith has enjoyed some "crazy" experiences over the past 12 months as his profile has soared with successful tracks such as Stargazing.

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Myles Smith gets ready for gigs with a cuppa tea

Myles Smith always has a cup of tea before going onstage.

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Myles Smith eyes collaboration with 'great friend' Ed Sheeran

Myles Smith hopes he and pal Ed Sheeran make it into the studio some day.

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Myles Smith 'was caught off-guard' by recognition

Music star Myles Smith has enjoyed a meteoric rise over the last year.

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My life has changed massively, says Myles Smith

Myles Smith can barely believe how far he's come over the last year.

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“I'm sure you all agree, I'm hardly Bob Dylan”: Charli xcx scoops the Songwriter of the Year award at this year’s Ivor Novellos

Other winners at last night's event included U2, Robbie Williams, Brandon Flowers, Berwyn and Self Esteem

The Guardian - UK

Charli xcx named songwriter of the year at Ivor Novello awards

Pop star recognised for sharp yet candid songcraft on Brat, but loses best album category to Berwyn at awards honouring songwriting excellence

The Independent UK

Most played artist in the UK takes crown for second time as full list is revealed

Dua Lipa has reclaimed her title as the UK's most-played artist across radio, TV, and public spaces, according to music licensing company Phonographic Performance Limited (PPL).

Evening Standard

Dua Lipa named most played artist across UK TV and radio for second time

US pop star Taylor Swift was the second most played artist of 2024.

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Myles Smith: I didn't want to be a flash in the pan

Myles Smith has revealed the fear he harboured at the outset of his career.

The Independent UK

Myles Smith on life after his viral hit ‘Stargazing’: ‘I don’t want to disappear overnight’

INTERVIEW: In less than a year, the singer-songwriter from Luton has amassed 23 million monthly listeners, a Brit award, and a dream gig supporting Ed Sheeran on tour. He tells Annabel Nugent he’s determined not to be another TikTok flash in the pan

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