Sophie: Last News

SOPHIE has been teased for next week by the artist’s label Transgressive Records.The label released a video on Friday (June 21) that included a list of synchronised timings for cities around the world – London, Berlin, Los Angeles, New York and Sydney – and the date of June 24.The exact moment the video is prompting will come at 6:30pm BST on Monday, June 24. No further information about what to expect has been made available.A post shared by @msmsmsm_foreverNew social media accounts have also been set up under @MSMSMSM_FOREVER, referencing SOPHIE’s former online handle.In January 2021, the pioneering DJ, producer and hyperpop trailblazer died at the age of 34 in a fall from a hotel rooftop in Athens.SOPHIE’s influence continues to be felt throughout music, with Charli XCX’s new album ‘Brat’ including the song ‘So I’, written in memory of her friend and close collaborator.Charli debuted the song live in March at Billboard’s Women In Music event, which you can watch here.Elaborating on the song, Charli told NME: “It’s probably not as simply put as [a tribute] but there is a song on the record which talks about my relationship with SOPHIE.

Charli XCX swept the BRIT Awards 2025 last night, taking home five awards and thanking dance artists who inspired her vision for ‘Brat‘, among them her late collaborator SOPHIE.The ‘360’ singer went into last night’s (March 1) ceremony as this year’s most nominated artist, which followed a culture-defining ‘Brat’ summer that saw her round off a banner year by being named as the Album of the Year by NME.“‘Brat’ as cultural sensation was a sight to behold, to be sure,” NME wrote. “But ‘Brat’ as an album – the record at the core of the rollout, the music beneath the marketing – is quite simply exceptional.”As well as beating the likes of The Last Dinner Party and The Cure for the prestigious Album Of The Year, she won Artist Of The Year and Best Dance Act.

Prince Edward and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, are considered to have one of the most solid royal marriages of recent generations, and during their official tour of Southern Asia earlier this month, they said they were still “best friends” after 25 years as husband and wife.The couple, who married at St George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle in summer 1999, say their relationship is built on a lot of humour, support and an unwavering dedication to royal service. And with Edward’s 61st birthday coming up on 10 March, he will no doubt receive more carefully-crafted yet genuine words of adoration from Sophie, his “rock”, although unlike last year, they will likely be delivered in private.

The role that lies ahead for the Prince of Wales is one that few would envy, but he is thankfully surrounded by many supportive and experienced family members who will no doubt be there to do whatever they can to aid him. While the strictures of the slimmed-down monarchy are by now very well-known, there have been times that the likely future of what the Royal Family could look like under Prince William's reign have been showcased with his close cousins joining him at engagements.

Sophie, Duchess Of Edinburgh, may be a familiar face in the Royal family now, but Prince Edward's wife was once an ordinary schoolgirl with working parents. A throwback photo from her school days shows a very different Sophie to the one we know today.The adorable snap captures a seven year old Sophie during her time at Little Stream Dulwich College Prep School, sporting a bob haircut with a fringe.This prestigious school, known for its excellent facilities, is where Sophie started her education journey and boasts famous alumni like Tana Ramsay and Game of Thrones star Ellie Kendrick.

After losing her own mother, Mary, when she was 40, the Duchess of Edinburgh’s unique bond with the late Queen Elizabeth was something she cherished very deeply. “With the exception of her daughter Anne, the Queen was closer to Sophie than any of the other royal women,” says biographer Ingrid Seward.

They may not live in a castle or royal palace, but the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh’s family home at Bagshot Park in Surrey is far from modest.The Grade II- listed mansion was given to the couple by Queen Elizabeth II to commemorate their 1999 wedding, and they are now said to rent it from the Crown Estate for a whopping £90,000 per year. The house is reportedly worth around £30m in today’s money, and royal biographer Ingrid Seward tells us, “It’s got 120 rooms, a private lake and stables, and there are 51 acres of land.

Not only is she one of the hardest-working royals, with more than 200 engagements a year, but the Duchess of Edinburgh has also made history by visiting some of the most dangerous places on Earth. On International Women’s Day in March 2019, Sophie boldly announced she would be taking a stand on sex crimes in war-torn regions, initially teaming up with actress Angelina Jolie through the Preventing Sexual Violence in Conflict Initiative.To date, her mission has taken her to many troubled countries that no other royal has ever visited.

Having been a part of the Royal family for over 25 years, the Duchess of Edinburgh's steady ascent in the monarchy has led her to be one of the most esteemed and admired figures today. Her unwavering support for her husband Prince Edward, dedication to charitable causes, and her warm and approachable demeanour, reports OK!, have won her the hearts of both the royals and the public.

Charli XCX kicked off her 2024 UK ‘Brat’ tour in Manchester last night (Wednesday November 27) – where she also performed the ‘So I’ remix in tribute to SOPHIE for the first time. Check out photos, footage and the setlist below.On the UK victory lap for her whirlwind year off the back of the cultural phenomenon of ‘Brat’ summer, inspired by her acclaimed sixth album and subsequent remix record, Charli rolled into Manchester’s Co-Op Live.Bounding onto the stage after playing SOPHIE’s ‘Immaterial’ over the speakers, Charli later paid tribute to her late friend and collaborator with the debut performance of the remix of ‘So I’.

Christine And The Queens – has paid tribute to SOPHIE with a moving cover of her song ‘It’s OK To Cry’. Check it out below.The track was originally shared by the visionary music producer, songwriter, and DJ as part of her 2018 debut album ‘Oil Of Every Pearl’s Un-Insides’ – the only album to be released in her lifetime, ahead of her untimely death in 2021.With his cover, Rahim Redcar, channels the same emotive and loving atmosphere as captured in the original.

NME about 20 years of running the label that gave the world the likes of Foals, Arlo Parks, and SOPHIE – as well as sharing advice for music-lovers looking to do the same.The label, founded in 2004 by Tim Dellow and Toby L, with third partner Lilas Bourboulon joining shortly afterwards, has put out records by the likes of Foals, Arlo Parks, SOPHIE, Flume, Mystery Jets, The Subways, Damon Albarn, Alvvays, THE WAEVE, Julia Jacklin, The Antlers and Songhoy Blues – as well as running a management arm that handles the likes of Marika Hackman and a publishing company that works with Black Country, New Road, Loyle Carner and more.This year, they’ve been celebrating the end of a landmark second decade as a label with a string of shows and parties around the world.“It’s nice being established and confident, and in a position where you can take some of your biggest creative risks,” Dellow told NME of the label’s legacy after 20 years.”“I just feel that bit more fearless,” Toby L agreed. “Once you’ve got 20 years behind you, you feel like you’re in this sweet spot between still hungry but with a point to prove.”Bourboulon added: “The only thing that’s not changing is our enthusiasm and excitement for the music.

It was an emotional day at today's Remembrance Day service at the Cenotaph in Whitehall as the King lead other members of the Royal Family to pay tribute to the war dead.Together with senior politicians, the King, the Prince of Wales, the Duke of Edinburgh and the Princess Royal personally laid wreaths during the National Service of Remembrance to mark the Armistice of the First World War and all other conflicts involving British and Commonwealth forces.Tributes were also laid on behalf of Queen Camilla - who is continuing to recover from a chest infection - and on behalf of The Duke of Kent, 89, who watched the service from a balcony above. Also in attendance was the Princess of Wales, who stood on the balcony of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office with the Duchess of Edinburgh, meanwhile the rest of the royal party was made up by Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence and the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester.The moving event took place the day after the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall which saw many heart-breaking stories, as well as fitting musical tributes from the likes of Sir Tom Jones, Samantha Barks and Alexandra Burke.

Duchess Sophie looked solemn at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday evening, joining other senior royals for the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance. She was stunning in a bespoke black velvet Suzannah Grandad dress, paired with Christian Dior patent leather pumps.

It was an emotional night at the Royal Albert Hall as members of the Royal Family came together to attend the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance. With heart-wrenching tributes to the servicemen and women who have lost their lives, as well as emotional performances from the likes of Sir Tom Jones, Samantha Barks and Alexandra Burke, it was a fitting start to the Remembrance weekend.

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh have celebrated some key milestones this year, including their silver wedding anniversary and Prince Edward’s 60th birthday. But the excitement isn’t over yet as their daughter, Lady Louise Windsor, is celebrating her 21st birthday. Lady Louise had a challenging start to life when she was born on 8 November, 2003 at Frimley Park Hospital in Surrey.

SOPHIE‘s posthumous self-titled final album has dropped early and is available to listen to now.It was announced this summer that, three years on from the late hyper-pop artist and producer’s death, her family and close collaborators would be releasing an album she was working on at the time of her death.‘SOPHIE’ was due to drop Friday (September 27) via her label Transgressive Records, but the album is available to hear now on streaming.A message from SOPHIE’s family. pic.twitter.com/j1N0PHH9F4— MSMSMSM_FOREVER (@msmsmsm_forever) June 24, 2024SOPHIE’s brother and longtime producer, Benny Long, helped in the creation of the record, which features collaborations with close friends including Kim Petras, Doss, Hannah Diamond, Bibi Bourelly and more.The full album follows the release of singles ‘Reason Why‘ featuring Kim Petras and BC Kingdom, ‘Berlin Nightmare‘ featuring Evita Manji, ‘One More Time‘ featuring Popstar, ‘Exhilarate‘ featuring Bibi Bourelly, and ‘My Forever’ featuring Cecile Believe.‘SOPHIE’ is also available to purchase on a double vinyl, with each side representing a different section of the record.

In a year which has seen two of its most valuable players taking time out to focus on their health, the Royal Family has sometimes seemed rather thin on the ground. Even though this has presented a challenge, it has allowed other stars to have their chance to shine, and chief amongst them is the Duchess of Edinburgh.

fired 10 members of the Royal Lodge security staff last month — something his siblings reportedly feel was the wrong thing to do.“Charles does look at the current state of his family with deep concern.

Sade is releasing her first new music for years as part of a new compilation project.The musician is set to release ‘Young Lion’ as part of the ‘Transa’ benefit album, which will arrive on November 22. It’s the first new music from the musician since a soundtrack offering in 2018.The project has been assembled by non-profit Red Hot, on what aims to support transgender awareness and spotlight both trans and non-binary artists.

Members of the Royal Family have faced an incredibly challenging year so far as they have dealt with King Charles and the Princess of Wales' worrying cancer diagnoses, as well as a number of other shocks including Princess Anne's hospitalisation, the sad death of Lady Gabriella Kingston's husband, Thomas Kingston, and the skin cancer diagnosis of Sarah, Duchess of York. The remaining members of the Firm have been stepping in to fulfil their duties, resulting in exceptionally busy schedules.

SOPHIE has been released – listen to ‘Exhilarate’ – featuring Bibi Bourelly below.The uplifting song is set to feature on SOPHIE’s second and final studio album, which will arrive on September 27 via Transgressive and Future Classic (pre-order/pre-save here).It follows on from the previously released tracks, ‘One More Time’, ‘Berlin Nightmare’, featuring musician and vocalist Evita Manji, and ‘Reason Why’ which featured Kim Petras.‘Exhilarate’ was written by SOPHIE, Bibi, and Kennedi Lykken. A statement describes the song as “the soaring sound of two collaborators and friends giving each other a speed boost, carrying themselves to new heights together, a theme that’s central to SOPHIE.”Listen to the track here:Speaking about the forthcoming album in a statement, SOPHIE’s family wrote: “When we, Sophie’s family, took our first steps towards bringing this project to fruition we contacted the dear friends with whom she envisioned the album.