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Netflix series Apple Cider Vinegar.Inspired by true events, the series follows two young women who set out to cure their life-threatening illnesses through health and wellness to a growing online audience – only for it to come crashing down when it’s discovered Belle Gibson’s cancer diagnosis is a lie.“This is a true-ish story based on a lie, about the rise and fall of a wellness empire; the culture that built it up and the people who tore it down,” the synopsis reads.Alongside Dever in the lead role, the series stars Alycia Debnam-Carey, Aisha Dee, Tilda Cobham-Hervey, Mark Coles Smith, Ashley Zukerman, and Susie Porter.The show’s score is by Australian composer Cornel Wilczek, whose previous credits include horror film Talk To Me and Netflix series Clickbait.Apple Cider Vinegar features a wealth of pop needle drops from the 2010s and beyond, including a rendition of Katy Perry’s ‘Roar’.You can check out an episode-by-episode breakdown below.Episode one – Toxic‘Toxic’ – Britney Spears‘Dirty Paws’ – Of Monsters & Men‘Suddenly I See’ – KT Tunstall‘Friends (Black Angus Remix)’ – Sneaky Sound System‘Paint The Town Red’ – Doja CatEpisode two – Clean Sheets‘Hermano A Hermano’ – Harry Lightfoot‘I Really Like You’ – Carly Rae Jepsen‘Monte Carlo’ – Remi WolfEpisode three – Pink Dolphins‘Clap Your Hands’ – Sia‘Feel So Close’ – Calvin Harris‘We Can Do Anything’ – Wizardz Of Oz‘Get Lucky’ – Daft Punk feat. Pharrell Williams‘Can’t Get Enough Of Myself’ – Santigold‘Brave’ – Sara Bareilles‘Endless Summer’ – The Jezabels‘Don’t You Know Who I Am?’ – HappylandEpisode four – Mama Aya‘Is This How You Feel?’ – The Preatures‘Magic’ – Pilot‘Everything We Need’ – Brixton‘Always See Your Face’ – LoveEpisode five – Casseroles‘Roar’ – Katy Perry‘

KT Tunstall has spoken to NME about Azealia Banks calling for her to collaborate with Beyoncé, as well as sharing her admiration for new and rising songwriters.Back in March, Tunstall made headlines when she was namechecked by the controversial rapper when discussing Beyoncé’s acclaimed country album, ‘Cowboy Carter’. In her comments, Banks complained about the absence of Taylor Swift and Kacey Musgraves, before claiming that she “personally would have jumped out of my seat for a KT Tunstall appearance” on the record.Responding to the comment by sharing NME‘s article, Tunstall has since replied on social media, jokingly writing: “To be fair, I’d have 100% got off the couch.”The pair’s friendship was soon sealed in a series of follow-up social media posts complimenting one another.A post shared by Azealia Banks (@azealiabanksforever)Now, when speaking to NME on the red carpet of the 2024 Ivor Novellos in London yesterday (Thursday May 23), the Scottish singer-songwriter discussed her excitement.“I was just really thrilled, because Azealia doesn’t say nice stuff about people that often,” she said. “I was completely surprised by it.

RAYE, Yussef Dayes, Skepta and more have all won at the 2024 Ivor Novello Awards – check out the full list below.At this year’s awards ceremony today (May 23), RAYE was crowned Songwriter of the Year for having “the voice of a generation” as described by the judges. RAYE, who has spoken out numerous times for songwriter rights, won the award just one year after the release of her long-awaited debut album ‘My 21st Century Blues‘.Meanwhile, Yussef Dayes landed a win for Best Album for his record ‘Black Classical Music’, whilst the Best Contemporary Song went to the Speakers Corner Quartet (Kwake Bass, Peter Bennie, Biscuit and Raven Bush) with Kae Tempest for ‘Geronimo Blues’.Victoria Canal also won Best Song Musically And Lyrically for her track ‘Black Swan’ alongside Johnny Lattimer and Eg White.

KT Tunstall has been named as this year’s recipient of the Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Song Collection.Yesterday (May 16), the Ivors Academy announced Tunstall as the 58th recipient of the award, following in the footsteps of Queen, U2, New Order, Pulp, Noel Gallagher and more. Most recently, Kamille was honoured with the prestigious award in 2023.Tunstall will be presented with the award at The Ivors with Amazon Music, which takes place at the Grosvenor House in London, on Thursday, May 23.

Azealia Banks and KT Tunstall have struck up an unlikely friendship in the aftermath of comments made by the former about Beyoncé’s new album ‘Cowboy Carter’. Banks has been openly critical about Queen Bey’s new country-influenced musical direction, describing it as “white women cosplay” and stating that she feels the singer is “setting herself up to be ridiculed”.

KT Tunstall has responded to Azealia Banks‘ comments singling her out on Beyoncé’s new album ‘Cowboy Carter’.As part of the rapper’s latest slate of criticisms of Queen Bey’s new musical direction, which she has previously described as “white women cosplay”, while also stating that she feels the singer is “setting herself up to be ridiculed”, Banks said she “personally would have jumped out of my seat for a KT Tunstall appearance” on the record.Responding to the comment by sharing NME‘s article, Tunstall has since replied on social media and jokingly wrote: “To be fair, I’d have 100% got off the couch.”‘Cowboy Carter’ was released today (March 29) and serves as Beyoncé’s eighth studio album as well as the second in an expected trilogy that began with 2022’s ‘Renaissance’.To be fair, I’d have 100% got off the couch https://t.co/RtqSkiJVxX— KT Tunstall (@KTTunstall) March 29, 2024Banks also appeared to respond to the new version of ‘Jolene’ on the album, which many have speculated features Beyoncé making reference to Jay-Z cheating on her.“Plus who is this imaginary adversary sis thinks still wants to hump on J in 2024?,” Banks wrote. “She’s gotta find new content.

Azealia Banks has claimed that she would have “jumped out of my seat” if there had been a KT Tunstall feature on Beyoncé’s new album ‘Cowboy Carter’.The comment comes as part of Banks’ latest slate of criticisms of Queen Bey’s new musical direction, which she has previously described as “white women cosplay”, while also stating that she feels the singer is “setting herself up to be ridiculed”.‘Cowboy Carter’ was released today (March 29) and serves as Beyoncé’s eighth studio album as well as the second in an expected trilogy that began with 2022’s ‘Renaissance’.But in an Instagram Stories post, Banks shared her thoughts as she listened to the album, writing: “Def should have had Taylor Swift & Kacey Musgraves on there … it’s what the ppl wanted.”i cannot get over azealia banks even knowing who kt tunstall is pic.twitter.com/QjZXEO3ebZ—

Nova Twins and Amyl And The Sniffers are among artists to contribute to a new compilation supporting women’s organisation Reclaim These Streets.‘New Moons XVI’ is a 10-track compilation of female and non-binary talent which also features Deap Vally, KT Tunstall and more.The compilation, to be released on February 10, was curated by The Music Federation’s Head of Promotions Jasmine Hodge, who said: “What better way than to get some of the best female names in rock and do it all in the name of a killer charity?“Big shout out to all the amazing women involved, and to Will [Power, of Bad Nerves] for the kick-ass artwork. Sticking two fingers up to the patriarchy is literally the most fun a girl can have.”See the tracklist and artwork for ‘New Moons XVI’, the 15th compilation of its kind, below.The artwork, designed by Bad Nerves’ Will Power, depicts UK Home Secretary Priti Patel’s face, included to highlight “the sheer ignorance from her and the government towards women’s safety.”1. Amyl & The Sniffers – ‘Knifey’2. Nova Twins – ‘Bullet’3. TELGATE – ‘Love Zone’4. Deap Vally – ‘Royal Jelly’5. KT Tunstall – ‘In This Body’6. Cruel Hearts Club – ‘Sink This Low’7. IDestroy – ‘Petting Zoo’8. pink suits – ‘Fake Great Britain’9. BLAB – ‘Eton Mess’10. Pleasure Venom – ‘We Get What You Deserve’“I am so happy to be included on this exciting compilation for such a great cause,” KT Tunstall said of her involvement.

Roger Taylor has released the first single from his forthcoming new solo album, ‘Outsider’ – listen to ‘We’re All Just Trying To Get By’ below.The song, which features KT Tunstall, is the first taste of Taylor’s first new album in eight years. ‘We’re All Just Trying To Get By’ was written during “the dark depths of lockdown” but looks at the positives of being human and our need to survive.Taylor said of the track: “I tried to highlight the great things in life.

KT Tunstall has pulled out of her upcoming live shows due to ongoing concerns about her hearing.The singer, who is deaf in her left ear, says she has “experienced some issues” with tinnitus in her right ear – which is also how hearing loss in her left ear started.“The decision to pull myself out of my Summer 2021 touring schedule has been an extremely difficult one to make,” wrote Tunstall on Twitter.“Playing live has been my life for the last 20 years, and is my deepest passion.“Permanently losing 100% of my hearing in my left ear overnight whilst on tour in 2018 was an enormous shock, and the result of years of touring without adequate periods of rest, which caused an acute physical breakdown.”Hey folks, Sending love & thanks in advance

John Lennon‘s 80th birthday which features new interpretations of the late artist’s classic tracks.Set for release on June 11, the record is a live recording of last year’s virtual charity concert which was organised by Blurred Vision vocalist Sepp Osley.“I began reaching out to artists around the world who I respected and admired,” Sepp explained.“Before I knew it, an unbelievable roster of artists had signed up and were going to be a part of the 80th birthday celebrations for our mutual hero and help us raise money for the charity so close to my heart.”The resulting record sees KT Tunstall delivering an original take on ‘Gimme Some Truth’, while Faithless‘ Maxi Jazz puts a fresh spin on ‘Power To The People’.