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The Witcher star Freya Allan is set to play Marianne Faithfull in the upcoming Zaida Bergroth-directed biopic, Marianne.A stalwart of the Swinging London arts and music scene in the 1960s, Faithfull became one of the leading female artists during the British Invasion era, and died last month, aged 78.Tributes poured out for the late singer, who had her first hit with the Mick Jagger–Keith Richards composition ‘As Tears Go By’, with Blur‘s Graham Coxon, The Charlatans‘ Tim Burgess, Cosey Fanni Tutti, Ed Harcourt, Warren Ellis, Ronnie Wood, Jamie Lee Curtis, Sir Paul McCartney, Morrissey, Metallica and more all penning personal tributes.Finnish director Zaida Bergroth (Tove) is now set to direct a biopic, titled Marianne, chronicling the life of the London singer. The project is now in pre-production, and British actor and musician Jojo Macari (Sex Education) is attached to star as Jagger.“From angel-innocent pop icon, actress of stage and screen and long-time muse and girlfriend of Mick Jagger, to homelessness, addiction, and ignominy,” a synopsis for the film reads, per Variety.“Marianne will depict Marianne Faithfull’s rollercoaster ride from the brightest lights of the wild 1960s of her youth, to fallen golden girl and then her remarkable phoenix-like rise and resurgence” that “establishes her as one of the great icons and true artists of our time.”The film is being produced by Julia Taylor-Stanley – who had previously worked on a Faithfull biopic that fell apart – and Finnish producer Roosa Toivonen.

Jack White headlined Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary concert on Friday night with a rousing performance of ‘Seven Nation Army’ – check out the footage below.The guitarist rounded out the star-studded affair at New York City’s Radio City Music Hall, where he also played a cover of Neil Young’s 1989 single ‘Rockin’ In The Free World’.The White Stripes frontman’s performance was introduced by Jimmy Fallon, who helmed the entire SNL 50: The Homecoming show, which aired live on Friday (February 14) on NBC.Jack White closed out SNL's 50th anniversary concert by performing "Seven Nation Army"pic.twitter.com/Xl4Y9zLdZy— CONSEQUENCE (@consequence) February 15, 2025Assista agora mais uma atração #SNL50 pic.twitter.com/Itly4H5KXx— Gabriel Menezes (@briel_menezes) February 15, 2025Among the other big names on the show were Lady Gaga, who made a surprise appearance with Andy Samberg for a medley of Lonely Island hits, including ‘Dick In A Box’.Elsewhere, the night saw the surviving members of Nirvana – Krist Novoselic, Dave Grohl and Pat Smear – reunite for the second time in two weeks, this time with Post Malone on vocals to perform ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’.Miley Cyrus also appeared to play her Grammy-winning hit ‘Flowers’, in a viral performance that saw her give shout-outs to Paul Rudd, Adam Sandler and SNL creator Lorne Michaels.Celebrations will continue on Sunday (February 16) with the SNL 50 Anniversary Special, for which Paul McCartney, Sabrina Carpenter, Paul Simon have already been announced as guests.White, meanwhile, has been touring North America to support his 2024 album ‘No Name’, and was recently joined in New York’s Irving Plaza by his 18-year-old daughter Scarlett for a version of ‘Archbishop Harold

Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels has said he once rejected Taylor Swift’s efforts to have a sketch about her removed from the show.The show ran a spoof of Swift in 2015, which poked fun at her famous girl squad during her ‘1989‘-era. According to a new story in New York Magazine, Michaels called the singer beforehand to ask if she would like to appear in the sketch.Swift reportedly declined and then asked if he would cut the bit from the show entirely, to which he responded: “Taylor, I do not negotiate with terrorists,” before throwing a piece of popcorn in the air and catching it in his mouth.The sketch in question went ahead, with Tina Fey and Amy Poehler parodying Swift’s ‘Bad Blood’ music video, alongside Amy Schumer who appeared as a surprise guest.

Nirvana reunited for the second time in two weeks for Saturday Night Live‘s SNL 50: The Homecoming concert, this time with Post Malone on vocals. Check out the footage below.The iconic band’s surviving members Krist Novoselic, Dave Grohl and Pat Smear made their first surprise appearance at the FireAid benefit concert in January, where they teamed up with St.

“Saturday Night Live” has kept us rocking as well as roaring.And the musical legacy of the sketch-comedy juggernaut will be celebrated Friday night with “SNL50: The Homecoming Concert,” which will be streaming live from New York’s Radio City Music Hall on Peacock.An all-star lineup of performers includes Lady Gaga, Cher, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Dave Grohl, Miley Cyrus, Jack White, Eddie Vedder, Chris Martin, Bad Bunny, Post Malone, Jelly Roll, David Byrne and Arcade Fire.Before the historic concert begins at 8 p.m.

Paul McCartney, Sabrina Carpenter, Paul Simon and more have been added to the ‘SNL’ 50 concert line-up.Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary special is set to take place this Sunday (February 16) and will include the likes of McCartney, Carpenter, Simon as well as Miley Cyrus, Lil Wayne, Brittany Howard, and The Roots.The musical performances will be combined with a three-hour primetime special which will feature various live sketches which will see both past and present SNL cast members, special guests, and retrospectives celebrating the show’s 50th anniversary.music performances for the SNL50 anniversary special!!! pic.twitter.com/9V69bYnWqa— Saturday Night Live – SNL (@nbcsnl) February 14, 2025Simon’s appearance at the show will be a special moment as a rare live appearance as he has largely retired from performing live due to his severe hearing loss in 2023. The ‘You Can Call Me Al’ hitmaker has hosted the show four times and has appeared as the musical guest 13 times.SNL alumnus Jimmy Fallon will be on hosting duties, while Lorne Michaels and Mark Ronson are the show’s executive producers.

Saturday Night Live just announced the complete lineup of musical guests who will perform during their 50th anniversary special on Sunday (February 16)!

John Lennon documentary Borrowed Time has been released – watch it exclusively on NME.Borrow Time: Lennon’s Last Decade is an ambitious new documentary that uses archive footage, never-before-seen interviews and eyewitness accounts to explore the break-up of The Beatles and what Lennon did next.“Follow the legend as he evolves beyond The Beatles, creating revolutionary music and standing at the forefront of anti-war protests that would make him one of the most influential pop culture icons of all time,” reads the official synopsis.It was directed by Alan G. Parker (Hello Quo, It Was Fifty Years Ago Today… Sgt Pepper And Beyond) and features classic interviews with Lennon, Yoko Ono and Paul McCartney.

a surprise show at the Bowery Ballroom in New York City on Tuesday night, after announcing the pop-up concert just hours earlier.The legendary musician was joined by his band — guitarist Rusty Anderson, guitarist-bassist Brian Ray, keyboardist Paul “Wix” Wickens and drummer Abe Laboriel Jr. — and a three-member horn section for the show, which kicked off at exactly 6:44 p.m., according to CBS News.The Grammy Award winner played for an audience of about 500 people, who had to snag their $50 tickets in-person at the Bowery Ballroom’s box office.Phones and audio/video recording were banned during the show.“So, here we are,” McCartney said on stage.

Paul McCartney has played a surprise, tiny show in New York City. Check out footage, fan responses, and the full setlist below.News of the last-minute gig were shared yesterday (February 11), just hours before the Beatles legend took to the stage at the 500-capacity venue, The Bowery Ballroom.The gig – dubbed ‘Paul McCartney Rocks The Bowery – marked his first time playing near NYC in three years, with his last stint seeing him perform to an 82,000-strong crowd at the MetLife Stadium near New Jersey.Taking to the stage at the beginning of his 100-minute-long set, McCartney said (via Independent): “So here we are… Some little gig.

Paul McCartney is rumoured to play another surprise, intimate show in New York tonight (February 12).The soloist and Beatles icon took to the stage at the 575-capacity Bowery Ballroom in Manhattan last night (February 11), after announcing the tiny gig shortly beforehand on social media.Tickets for the set – dubbed ‘Paul McCartney Rocks The Bowery’ – were available on a first-come, first-served basis, and limited to one per person. No phones or audio or video recording was allowed.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music “Hey, that was a Beatles scream!” Paul McCartney said, responding to a female audience member’s shriek midway through his exuberant surprise concert at New York’s Bowery Ballroom on Tuesday night. “Okay girls, let’s get it over with: Let’s hear your Beatles screams.” A huge percentage of the audience complied, producing a credible impersonation of the shrieks that shook the world in 1964 while McCartney stood, nodded in mock appraisal, and then said, “OK that’s enough.” While some would have basked in the moment, Sir Paul has probably heard enough screaming in his 83 years to burst a thousand eardrums.

Paul McCartney’s impromptu performance. The Grammy-winning musician is playing a special one-night show at the Bowery Ballroom on Tuesday.Doors are set to open at 5 p.m. ET, with showtime starting at 6:30 p.m.

Paul McCartney has announced a surprise, last-minute, intimate gig in New York tonight (February 11), titled ‘Paul McCartney Rocks The Brewery’.Announcing the news on Instagram, McCartney confirmed that the gig will take place at Bowery Ballroom, with doors opening at 5pm and the show starting at 6.30pm.Tickets for the ‘Paul McCartney Rocks The Brewery’ gig were available on a first-come, first-served basis – however, they have already sold out.A post shared by Paul McCartney (@paulmccartney)Last year McCartney went on his ‘Got Back’ 2024 tour‘, and was even joined by Beatles bandmate Ringo Starr and Rolling Stones‘ Ronnie Wood for the final gig.The ‘Got Back’ tour featured tracks from across McCartney’s catalogue, including some Beatles songs too. Some of the songs that featured included ‘Now and Then’, ‘Let It Be’, ‘Drive My Car’ and ‘Letting Go’.‘A Hard Day’s Night’‘Junior’s Farm’‘Letting Go’‘Drive My Car’‘Got To Get You Into My Life’‘Come On To Me’‘Let Me Roll It’‘Getting Better’‘Let ‘Em In’‘My Valentine’‘Nineteen Hundred and Eighty-Five’‘Maybe I’m Amazed’‘I’ve Just Seen A Face’‘In Spite of All the Danger’‘Love Me Do’‘Dance Tonight’‘Blackbird’‘Here Today’‘Now and Then’‘Lady Madonna’‘Jet’‘Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!’‘Something’‘Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da’‘Band on the Run’‘Wonderful Christmastime’‘Get Back’ (with Ronnie Wood)‘Let It Be’‘Live and Let Die’‘Hey Jude’‘I’ve Got A Feeling’‘Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band (Reprise)’ (with Ringo Starr)‘Helter Skelter’ (with Ringo Starr)‘Golden Slumbers’‘Carry That Weight’‘The End’In other McCartney-related news, he recently paid tribute to the late “beautiful, sweet” Marianne Faithfull who passed away on January 30.He took to his official Instagram account to share a

seeping in our culture. But watching Taylor Swift at Super Bowl LIX booed by a crowd of thousands on Sunday night was a new low.It was just a football game, people might say.

Selome Hailu On Feb. 15, NBC will re-air the first-ever episode of “Saturday Night Live.” The telecast comes one day before the network’s three-hour special celebrating the show’s 50th anniversary. Originally airing on Oct.

The guestlist for Saturday Night Live‘s big 50th anniversary special is starting to come together, and it’s seriously star-studded.

Selome Hailu NBC has added a long list of A-listers to the its upcoming celebration of the 50th anniversary of “Saturday Night Live.” Among the guests to be featured on “SNL50: The Anniversary Special” are Adam Driver, Ayo Edebiri, Bad Bunny, Dave Chappelle, John Mulaney, Kim Kardashian, Martin Short, Miley Cyrus, Paul McCartney, Paul Simon, Pedro Pascal, Peyton Manning, Quinta Brunson, Robert De Niro, Sabrina Carpenter, Scarlett Johansson, Steve Martin, Tom Hanks and Woody Harrelson. The anniversary special is the culmination of several months of special programming throughout Season 50 of “SNL.” In the fall, NBC aired “A Saturday Night Live Thanksgiving” and “A Saturday Night Live Christmas,” two-hour specials highlighting some of the show’s most famous holiday sketches.

Coldplay’s Chris Martin performed a heartfelt version of ‘All My Love’ at the 2025 Grammys‘ In Memoriam segment, paying tribute to musicians who passed away over the last year.Among those whose lives were celebrated at the ceremony last night (February 2) was former One Direction star Liam Payne, who tragically died on October 16 last year, after he fell from a third-floor balcony at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel.His death rocked the pop world and has triggered discussions about better protections for young musicians, with fans and high-profile industry figures alike coming forward to campaign for better safeguarding of those in the public eye.At the awards, a video was shown of Payne during his boyband days.

The War On Drugs, Vampire Weekend, Mick Fleetwood and others have honoured the Grateful Dead at a Los Angeles charity gala.On Friday (January 31), the MusiCares Persons Of The Year ceremony took place at the Los Angeles Convention Center, an annual gala that has in the past paid tribute to music legends such as Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell and Dolly Parton.Grateful Dead became the third group to receive the honour – after Fleetwood Mac and Aerosmith – and surviving members Mickey Hart and Bob Weir were on hand to accept the tribute.The War On Drugs played the Dead’s 1970 track ‘Box Of Rain’, while Vampire Weekend covered 1974’s ‘Scarlet Begonias’. Billy Strings played ‘Wharf Rat’, Dwight Yoakam covered ‘Truckin’’, Sammy Hagar performed ‘Loose Lucy’, My Morning Jacket played ‘One More Saturday Night’ and Norah Jones covered ‘Ripple’ at the show.John Mayer, The Police’s Stewart Copeland, Noah Kahan and Maren Morris were all also on hand at the event.

Jamie Lee Curtis has paid tribute to Marianne Faithfull, following the news of her death at the age of 78.On Thursday, (January 30), the iconic singer and actor’s representatives announced that she had “passed away peacefully in London today, in the company of her loving family. She will be dearly missed.”Since the news was announced, tributes from across the entertainment world have been pouring in.