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Phoebe Bridgers has written a heartfelt essay for the 10th anniversary edition of Bon Iver‘s second album, ‘Bon Iver, Bon Iver’.Justin Vernon’s critically acclaimed LP, which featured the singles ‘Calgary’, ‘Holocene’, ‘Towers’ and ‘Beth/Rest’, was released in June 2011.To celebrate the anniversary, an expanded vinyl reissue of ‘Bon Iver, Bon Iver’ has now been released featuring five songs from Vernon and S. Carey’s AIR Studios session, which have never previously been released physically or through DSPs – you can buy the album here.The new version also features packaging which includes “a blind embossed version of the original cover art, and an intimate personal essay from long-time fan Phoebe Bridgers”.You can read Bridgers’ personal essay below:“You had such a big crush on that girl from camp you couldn’t even look at her,” she wrote. “But you knew a song she didn’t, so when she sat next to you on the bus you did something you would eventually learn to hate: the thing where you play a song for someone while staring at them, insisting with your eyes that they connect with it deeply and upon first listen.“Men would later do this to you with The Hold Steady and Smog and Bright Eyes and Feist and Elliott Smith.

Hollyoaks after the school bus to the camping trip crashed injuring many of the passengers on board.John Paul' McQueen's (James Suttons) alcohol withdraw symptoms caused the accident following his recent drinking problem.He tried covering this up by claiming that a bird flew towards the windscreen of the vehicle, distracting him from the road and causing him to lose control.The accident has left schoolgirl Freya with life-changing injuries as she waits to find out if she'll ever be able to walk again.Hollyoaks viewers have watched many of their favourites die in tragic circumstances over the years, with many wishing the characters had not been killed off at all.As fans wait to find out more from the fall out of the school bus crash, Daily Star takes a look at some of the Channel 4 soap's most tragic deaths.Sylver McQueen became one of the first deaths of Hollyoaks 2022, after he was caught up in an explosion at Marnie Nightingale's patisserie.Another of Mercedes McQueen's husbands tragically lost their life after he was left to die by stepson Bobby Costello, leaving Hollyoaks viewers in shock and disbelief.Speaking about his exit from the soap, Sylver actor David Tag said he was proud of the way the character was written out of the programme, telling Digital Spy: "When I was told how I was leaving, I thought that was much better. If you go out in a taxi, the option is there for you to go back, but I wanted to go out all guns blazing in an explosion with a big dramatic death as a hero."He also predicted the fan reaction that was to come, adding: "I think people are going to be pretty upset because there isn't much to hate about Sylver.

Oscars bosses reportedly held a secret crisis meeting to discuss whether or not to strip Will Smith of his Best Actor gong after he slapped host Chris Rock on stage, according to sources.Shocked by the on-stage altercation, insiders have now revealed how members of the Academy met via a video link shortly after the ceremony to discuss what action to take.It is thought many senior members of the organisation demanded the 53-year-old actor also be booted from the distinguished club altogether following his violent outburst on Sunday night (March 28).The Men In Black hunk stunned the star-studded audience at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood when he stormed on stage after the comic made a distasteful joke about his wife’s hair.Chris was presenting the award for Best Documentary when he pointed out the similarity between Jada Pinkett-Smith’s shaven hair and the military character live on stage, saying: “Jada, I love you, G.I Jane 2, can’t wait to see it.”It comes after the Matrix star opened up about her hair loss condition alopecia back in 2018 which prompted her to opt for a shorter style.And it was clear to see his poor joke failed to impress the Hollywood couple as the mum-of-two was seen visibly rolling her eyes at the terrible punch line moments before her husband took to the stage.Much to the shock of Nicole Kidman and Lupita Nyong’o, Will slapped Chris across the face before shouting: “Leave my wife’s name out of your f***ing mouth” as he returned to his seat.Since the dramatic scenes unfolded, the Fresh Prince star’s actions swiftly went down in history as the most shocking moments in the Oscar’s 94-year history.According to The Sun, insiders have said that his actions have not gone unnoticed with doubt now thrown over

What do you think of the news Stelling is staying? Let us know in the comments sectionStelling has been host of the show for 25 years - but he saw some his closest co-stars axed back in 2020.Charlie Nicholas, Phil Thompson and Matt le Tissier were all let go as Sky looked to shake-up the cast.

People from every corner of Greater Manchester are being invited to start talking about the future of health and care for themselves and their families. The Big Conversation survey, which launched on Monday, March 28, 2022, is for anyone who lives or works in the 10 Greater Manchester boroughs to take part in.

Phil Collins has played his final gig.Performing at the O2 in London, 71-year-old Collins said his goodbye to fans, making jokes about now having to find a proper job.In their first tour since 2007 Collins - joined by Mike Rutherford on the guitar and bass and Tony Banks on the keyboard - enjoyed the band's final outing years on from the glory they enjoyed in the 1980s and 1990s.Touring the likes of Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool and Newcastle, they've had to postpone three London shows because of issues caused by Covid-19.Collins had to perform while sitting down, having appeared a little frail during his time on the tour.He's been battling health conditions for a decade, which has understandably taken its toll, leaving him reliant on a walking stick or wheelchair.Collins has had to battle more than one problem over the last 13 years - in 2009 he suffered damaged vertebrae.He is understood to have picked up the nasty injury while he was playing, leaving nerve damage in his hands.After surgery he lost his ability to grip his drumsticks, meaning the only way he could play was if they were taped to his hands.Writing on the Genesis website at the time of the injury he said: "Somehow, during the last Genesis tour, I dislocated some vertebrae in my upper neck and that affected my hands."After a successful operation on my neck, my hands still can’t function normally.“Maybe in a year or so it will change, but for now it is impossible for me to play drums or piano."After divorcing his third wife and having retired, Collins admitted he had drinking problems in his 2016 autobiography.He said at the time that he had been sober for three years.In 2017 he announced that he was a type 2 diabetic and would be receiving

Chelsea attacker Timo Werner has claimed that he feels ‘more comfortable’ playing for Germany than the Premier League side, in a thinly-veiled dig at Thomas Tuchel. Werner and his team-mate Kai Havertz both netted in Germany's 2-0 win over Israel on Saturday - but the former spoke about how his displays are much improved with his national side. "I'm a striker and always want to score," Werner said post-game, as per football.london."Things aren't going the way I'd like at Chelsea, so it's all the better that things are going well here under Hansi Flick.

baseball signed by both Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump was listed for over £40,000.The ball in question was put up for sale by memorabilia traders Moments In Time, and listed for the eye-watering five-figure sum. The two notorious signatures appear on either side of the ball, and are split by the official Major League Baseball branding down the middle.It is reported that the ball was initially signed by the Russian leader, before being passed over to the former President of the United States.According to the listing, ‘a high ranking Russian government official obtained Putin’s signature in person at a public event’.

Antiques Roadshow viewers were gobsmacked when an expert gave an £80,000 valuation to a terracotta plaque with "crap old lyrics" about a drunk man.The guest performed the song and said she believed that the lyrics were written by Henry Purcell."This came from my grandfather and he had it before his mother before him and she was the daughter of a landlord of a pub in Bristol — The Trout in Stokes Croft," she said."When he moved on, he presumably took this with him because he had bought it with the pub I guess."Expert Marc Allum was astonished to know that this rare late 18th century plaque came from a pub and said it could be of "national importance".He said:: "The ceramic plaque here is actually a terracotta plaque."It has the title 'Topeing Jack', which is what you've just sung, with all the musical notation and lyrics."Now topeing is drinking, so Topeing Jack is all about a cuckolded chap who's been drinking a lot — typical theme of a Purcell catch like this."The fact that this is in a pub in Bristol, leads me to think that as an English Delft plaque, it could well be a Bristol plaque."Marc quickly connected the item to the name of a famous plaque maker, Joseph Flower."One thing I will say to you is that I think this item is of national importance — it's unique," he told the guest, adding that the plaque would be highly sought after by English Delft collectors and museums."I genuinely think if this comes up at auction tomorrow, it would make £40,000 to £60,000.

Hollywood but social media users have told her to "work harder" after she missed scooping an Oscar.The veteran actress who attended the glitzy event with her TikTok famous grandson, Sam Williams, was nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Belfast.However, the 87-year-old who played Granny in the Kenneth Branagh box office smash sadly lost out on the prestigious gong to West Side Story star, Ariana DeBose.Since the news, Dame Judi has found herself at the centre of a social media storm, with some users claiming she needed to "work harder".It comes after Kim Kardashian hit out at women who "don't want to work anymore", with the trainee lawyer saying they need to "get the f**k up and work".The businesswoman who is known for "breaking the internet" found her now infamous quote doing the rounds again.One Twitter user said: "In the words of Kim Kardashian, Judi Dench should have worked harder. JK [just kidding], she deserved that Oscar."A second added: "Judi should have scooped that Oscar."Before a third user went on to type: "OMG cannot believe Judi Dench didn't win the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress.

Deontay Wilder's long-term coach Malik Scott came out of retirement for an exhibition bout - only to be beaten by Sergei Kharitonov.Scott was Wilder's man in the corner for his third bout with Tyson Fury, and he will be the man to help Wilder become a World Champion again. However, Scott pulled on his gloves again after retiring in 2016 over the weekend.The American stood opposite Belarusian MMA legend Kharitonov.

Piers Morgan is set to return to our screens on a new TalkTV series, Uncensored in just a few weeks time. The controversial presenter famously quit Good Morning Britain in March 2021 after he had an argument with weatherman, Alex Beresford about Meghan Markle and stormed off the set live on air. Now, the 56-year-old will front a new global show that launches on Monday 25 April with the new UK channel, TalkTV that will also be streamed on Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Samsung TV Plus and YouTube.

The world watched as Will Smith walked on stage and slapped Chris Rock at the 2022 Oscars ceremony on 27 March 2022. Will's wife Jada Pinkett Smith was the butt of a joke, as host Chris mocked her by saying he "can't wait for G.I. Jane 2." The joke was in reference to Jada's lack of hair, which Chris hinted was similar to Demi Moore's look in film G.I.

Lin-Manuel Miranda. The composer and actor took social media to inform that he would not attend the Oscars because his wife, Vanessa Nadal, tested positive for Covid-19.

Major premium supermarkets across the country were accused of "ruining" Mother's Day this weekend, after customers were sent rotten and dead flowers.

2022 Oscars marked Blue Ivy Carter's first-ever live performance at the Academy Awards!The 10-year-old daughter of Beyoncé and JAY-Z joined her mother during her powerful opening performance at the Tragniew Park tennis courts in Compton, California. The singer was surrounded by dancers for her performance of «Be Alive,» her Oscar-nominated track from the Will Smith-led biopic, Released in November, the inspiring ballad features lyrics about feeling «so good to be alive» as the singer lifts her head with pride, with all her sisters by her side.Clad in tennis green, with a stunningly choreographed group of backup singers, dancers and musicians, Queen Bey shouted out the «City of Compton» as she performed the nominated track.

Railway services between Glasgow and Edinburgh have been halted after emergency services rushed to an incident on the line at Springburn.

Janey Godley has teamed up with the Beatson Cancer Charity and urged others to look out for symptoms.

Lara Spencer truly lived it up at the Oscars! The star undoubtedly had the time of her life and delighted fans as she took them along behind-the-scenes while she got ready and mingled with the biggest stars of the night.MORE: Lara Spencer turns heads in the most stylish outfit during GMA appearanceThe Good Morning America star detailed every step of the way to the Oscars, from long hours at the make-up chair to celebrating with the night's major winners.The television host looked unreal clad in an edgier look than usual, showing off her incredible figure in a columnal black strapless dress adorned with striking make-up and jewelry.WATCH: The Oscars 2022: Who won what on the big night in HollywoodMORE: Lara Spencer receives quite the reaction from her co-stars following on-air announcementThe news anchor kicked off the eventful night with a strong start, receiving the best pampering – tender love and care, as she called it – from her glam squad. Her make-up artist, Kip Zachry, revealed that it was the first time they were together in a long time, making the preparations extra special.The results from their glam reunion were certainly successful, with fans rushing to complement Lara after she revealed her edgy, smokey-eye look.

Owen Gleiberman Chief Film CriticSometimes, it comes down to one very simple thing — and by it, I don’t just mean the best picture race. I mean that thing we call movies.At the movies, people want to be moved. They also want to be thrilled, staggered, transfixed, seduced, immersed, mystified, mesmerized, drawn outside of themselves.

Michael Bublé, Placebo and Machine Gun Kelly are entering into a close battle for the UK’s Number 1 album this week.