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Ed Sheeran has written an open letter to the UK government calling for immediate and long-term funding for music education.The letter, who is co-signed by a number of big names including Elton John, Coldplay, Central Cee, Harry Styles, Dave, Stormzy and Robert Plant, urges Keir Starmer to commit £250million towards music education.Having launched the Ed Sheeran Foundation in January, the initiative highlights five areas that the government can focus on to improve standards: music funding in schools, training for music teachers, funding for grassroots venues and spaces, music apprenticeships and a diverse music curriculum.The letter contains signatures from hundreds of voices across the music industry, civil society and the education sector, and argues for a cross-departmental taskforce at government level, so that music education does not “fall through the cracks”.“Dear Sir Keir Starmer, we are writing collectively as artists, civil society and industry, appealing to your personal belief in music and the promise of opportunity for all under Labour,” the letter begins.It goes on to argue that the music industry brings £7.6billion into the UK economy each year, but says “the next generation is not there to take the reins” as many young people cannot afford to learn an instrument.“Last year was the first in over 20 years without a UK global top 10 single or album in the charts,” the letter continues. “The time to act is now.

Stormzy is set to receive an honorary doctorate from Cambridge University.The grime pioneer was announced today (March 19) as being one of the eight distinguished individuals who will be awarded honorary doctorates by the university later this year.It comes as the eight chosen people were nominated for the honour by The University Council, and they are all expected to receive the doctorates while at a special Congregation in the Senate-House. It will be attended by alumni, staff and students, as well as a number of special guests, and takes place on June 25.For Stormzy, the honorary doctorate will be in the field of Law, and comes following the impact his philanthropic work has had across the community.His efforts have included the Stormzy Scholarship to Cambridge – an initiative that funds two Black British students to attend the university each year.

Central Cee‘s manager Ybeeez has shared his thoughts on Stormzy‘s speech at the BRIT Awards last weekend, in which he said he thought Cench should have won the award instead.Last Saturday (March 1) was this year’s BRIT Awards, where Stormzy controversially won the Hip-hop/Grime/Rap Act award despite releasing only two songs last year. While on stage, the Croydon rapper thanked God before saying: “Big up Chase and Status because [their 2024 UK Number One collaboration] ‘Backbone’ is the only reason why I’m here.“I love everyone who voted for me and I love the BRITs – I’m very very grateful – but I don’t think entirely this award should be fan-voted,” he continued.

David Bowie, Oasis, Arctic Monkeys are set to be included in London’s brand new ‘Live Odyssey’ immersive experience.Set to kick off in May 2025 in Camden, ‘Live Odyssey’ has been previously described as “a celebration of the rich tapestry of British music, offering a unique experience for music lovers of all ages” through “a groundbreaking tribute to the sounds that shaped Britain”.The immersive and interactive experience will serve as a groundbreaking tribute to the sounds that shaped Britain.The attraction – which combines a show, an exhibition museum and live experience together – will take attendees through six decades of music via a two-and-a-half-hour adventure that captures the evolution of British music, from the early anthems of the ’60s and ’70s to the Britpop explosion of the ’90s and today’s cutting-edge hits.Fans will move through six different rooms, each immersing guests in a different musical era and recreating the sights, sounds, and cultural moments that define each decade. There is freedom of movement between the live rooms and adjoining bars in most so people can party all the way through the experience.Included in the list of acts set to appear as holograms are the previously revealed Libertines, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zeppelin, Queen, Sex Pistols, Kate Bush, The Smiths, Duran Duran, Eurythmics, Blur, Radiohead, Spice Girls, Coldplay, Amy Winehouse, Adele, Harry Styles, Ed Sheeran, Dua Lipa and Stormzy.‘Live Odyssey’ also features previously unseen live footage and authentic photography from the UK’s vibrant music scene.

Love Island All Stars winner Casey O'Gorman has had his phone stolen, putting private messages and photos at risk.The 28 year old, who won the show with partner Gabby Allen, 33, last week is said to be "worried" about the sensitive information that could be accessed. His close friend Tom Clare, who he met on Love Island in 2023, took to Instagram to share the news, writing: "Casey's had his phone stolen!" He added: "Any info message me." A source told The Sun that Casey is "worried" because the apparent thief had access to his "private" photos and information.The source told the outlet: "Casey is so worried because the thief had access to all his private pics and information - they posted some pics he never meant to see the light of day but it's the Whatsapp messages he's really worried about - there are a lot of chats with sensitive information in there." The source added: "It could have been a disaster - in the end all that happened was the thief messaged some of his famous friends and asked for money." According to the publication, the person who allegedly stole Casey's phone also reportedly posted "free Palestine" and criticised rapper Stormzy, calling him a "sell out".

Stormzy has addressed the “twisted narrative” over claims that he deleted pro-Palestine posts after getting a McDonald’s deal.Last month, it was revealed that the rapper had teamed up with McDonald’s for the UK and Ireland’s first Famous Order meal, which gives fans the chance to buy his favourite menu items and a limited edition merch range.The collab was launched last week (February 12) and met with a lot of criticism due to the fast food chain’s perceived support of Israel. The Boycott, Divestment & Sanctions (BDS) movement has supported a global boycott of McDonald’s after franchises in Israel gave out thousands of free meals to Israeli forces following Hamas’ attack on the country on 7 October.A post shared by STORMZY (@stormzy)Stormzy has previously been vocal in his support for Palestine, playing at a benefit concert to raise funds for aid in January 2024. However, some fans had noticed that the rapper had removed a social media post from October 2023 that read: “1.

Stormzy has come under fire for appearing to delete a Pro-Palestine social media post amid his new collaboration with McDonald’s.In January it was revealed that the rapper had teamed up with McDonald’s for the UK and Ireland’s first Famous Order meal, which gives fans the chance to buy his favourite menu items and a limited edition merch range.Following the announcement and the subsequent launch on Wednesday (February 12), Stormzy has been criticised for collaborating with the fast food chain, due to their perceived support of Israel.The Boycott, Divestment & Sanctions (BDS) movement has supported a global boycott of McDonald’s after franchises in Israel gave out thousands of free meals to Israeli forces following Hamas’ attack on the country on 7 October.Jeremy Corbyn’s Peace and Justice Project are among those critiquing the partnership, issuing an open letter yesterday (February 13) that asks the rapper to “stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people in their hour of need and respect the BDS committee’s call for a global boycott of McDonald’s by ending his new partnership with them.”“Dear @stormzy, help us take genocide off the menu…”We are calling on Stormzy to stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people and respect the @BDSmovement call for a boycott of McDonald’s by ending his new partnership with them.✍️ Write to him: https://t.co/IX7HIkd8fi pic.twitter.com/FhtgnRffi6— Peace & Justice Project (@corbyn_project) February 13, 2025Stormzy has previously been vocal in his support for Palestine, playing at a benefit concert to raise funds for aid in January 2024.Now, though, some fans have noticed that the rapper has removed a social media post from October 2023 that read: “1. Free Palestine.

Friday night's episode of Love Island is set to be explosive as another bombshell enters the villa, and he's no stranger to some of the Islanders. But who exactly is Omar Nyame and what is his connection to Grace Jackson? The 26 year old hunk from Croydon previously appeared on Season 11 of the ITV2 dating show, sharing the villa with Grace Jackson, Harriett Blackmore and Ronnie Vint. He has a bit of 'history' with Grace from his previous stint, which led to a heated confrontation with Joey Essex.

BRIT Awards 2025.The winners in five categories will be decided this year for the first time ever by fans in a BRITs WhatsApp chat, at the ceremony which will take place at The O2 in London on Saturday March 1, and broadcast exclusively on ITV1 and ITVX.Beginning today (January 31), fans can start a chat and follow the prompts to cast votes in the categories for Alternative/Rock Act, Dance Act, Hip Hop/Grime/Rap Act, Pop Act and R&B Act here. Voting is open until 11:59pm on Friday, February 14 and votes can be cast in each category once per day.A host of artists feature in Alternative/Rock Act including The Cure, who have received their first BRIT nominations in over three decades thanks to the critically-acclaimed album ‘Songs Of A Lost World’.They are up against Sam Fender, Beabadoobee, Ezra Collective and The Last Dinner Party.

Love Island host Maya Jama has been spotted getting cosy with her new beau in their first loved-up snap together.The TV presenter is rumoured to have been dating professional footballer Rúben Dias since last month, and they were first seen together after a romantic New Year's Eve date.The pair reportedly met at the MTV Europe Music Awards in Manchester on 10 November, shortly after Maya's split from Stormzy. Rúben seemed to confirm their relationship by posting a photo of them watching a sunset together.

Stormzy has been banned from driving for nine months.It comes after the 31-year-old rapper was caught using a mobile phone while driving in London by an undercover officer.As the issue was taken to court, Stormzy – whose real name is Michael Ebenazer Owuo Junior – did not appear in person, but shared a letter in which he pleaded guilty to using a phone while driving his Rolls-Royce Wraith on Addison Road, West Kensington.The incident took place last March, and the court was informed that the artist already had six points on his licence for previous speeding offences. As reported by BBC News, District Judge Andrew Sweet said Stormzy’s driving record was “not good” and went on to also criticise his “dangerous and irresponsible” actions.A solicitor representing the rapper also told the Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court that Stormzy had accepted responsibility for his actions.According to the BBC, those in the court were told that the undercover officer who stopped Stormzy in West Kensington last year knocked on his passenger window and said, “Get rid of your tints and get off your phone.”Back in July, Stormzy made headlines for his driving again when he pleaded guilty to having a Lamborghini with illegally tinted windows.

Stormzy has been handed a nine-month driving ban after being caught by an undercover officer while on his phone behind the wheel of his flashy Rolls-Royce in west London. The 31 year old musician, real name Michael Ebenazer Owuo Junior, has previously come under fire for driving offences.

Love Island host Maya Jama has set tongues wagging with rumours of a new romance with a professional footballer.The TV beauty was seen dining at Sa Capella in Ibiza to welcome 2023, reportedly sharing New Year's Eve with Manchester City's Ruben Dias. Although the pair kept quiet about their plans, a snap that surfaced on social media suggests they enjoyed the evening together.

Stormzy has credited Beyoncé with inspiring him to improve his stage presence.The London rapper was reflecting on his 2019 Glastonbury performance in a new interview with Men’s Health UK.His headline slot came three months after the release of Homecoming: A Film by Beyoncé, the documentary concert film that tracked the journey to the singer’s acclaimed Coachella comeback show in 2018.Stormzy shared that watching the film inspired him to undergo a physical transformation ahead of his stint at Worthy Farm, saying: ‘There’s a part in Beychella where she talks about her diet, and I was thinking, ‘Yeah, now I want a nutritionist’.“I want to be someone who is able to deliver a live set for 90 minutes with full energy and not stutter on my vocal, not be out of breath, not need to take a break, just be almost like a superhuman on stage, the same as I’ve seen Beyoncé,” he continued.The rapper added that he was trying to “get into a shape I’ve never been in in my life,” adding: “I’m not someone who grew up super fit. I’ve always just been kind of bog standard.“I was taking my body and my nutrition to this entirely new place, while also trying to create this flipping iconic, legendary set.

Stormzy has again teamed up with Adidas for the next phase of #Merky Football Careers partnership – this time launching a new online platform to help Black youth find careers in football.First established in 2022, the project was built to address racial equity in the football industry and provide opportunities for UK Black Heritage Youth to access jobs in the sector. Since its launch, the movement has added 63 roles to the UK football industry for young people of UK Black Heritage, with 39 roles retained for extended periods.Now, the initiative has shared a new development to take things a step further – unveiling an online platform dedicated to both offering support to the current cohort who are already in roles, and developing a wider community for those who have applied for roles.The platform will run year-round and comes in in collaboration with #Merky FC’s recruitment partner DIVERSE.

Stormzy has been announced as the first headliner for Roskilde Festival 2025.Returning for its 53rd edition, the Danish non-profit festival has confirmed its first wave of acts. The event will take place between June 28 to July 5 next year – you can get your tickets here.Stormzy will be one of its headliners next summer, with Fontaines D.C., Beth Gibbons, Arca, Faye Webster, Magdalena Bay, Fat Dog, Geordie Greep, I.

Maya Jama, 30, commanded attention in a low-cut halterneck dress paired with a matching shawl for the Fashion Trust Arabia celebration at El Badi Palace, Marrakech.The presenter had her dark locks slicked back in a low bun for the event, which was held on Thursday evening.The brunette beauty opted for a natural makeup look, and her skin appeared bronzed and radiant while she posed for the camera on the red carpet.To add a pop of colour to her flawless complexion, Maya chose a baby pink blush which was swept over her cheekbones. The star was at the event to present the Entrepreneur of The Year Award alongside Emily in Paris actor Lucien Laviscount, who happened to be staying in the hotel room next door.

Maya Jama has been called the “fittest girl on the planet” by fans after sharing a series of stunning snaps online.The Love Island presenter - who has certainly been living her best life since her split from Stormzy - uploaded a series of photos to Instagram for her 3.2 million followers to see as she documented her life in pictures, which included trips away and exciting work updates. In one of the snaps, Maya, 30, dazzled as she wore a black bikini as she climbed out of a swimming pool. Meanwhile in another sensational snap, the TV personality showed off her incredible physique as she sported a mustard coloured bralet and matching bodycon midi skirt.

Maya Jama sent temperatures soaring as she showcased her stunning figure in a mini black bikini on Saturday, just days after addressing speculation surrounding her split from Stormzy.The 30 year old Love Island hostess put on a jaw-dropping display as she basked in the sun and posed for a poolside photo. Opting for a natural look, Maya ditched the makeup for the bikini snap, highlighting her effortless beauty as she beamed for the camera.

Former Gogglebox sensation Sandi Bogle expressed her "disgust" at the fact that the murderers of her nephew remain free. Speaking to Sky News in 2022, she shared her ongoing grief for 23 year old Bjorn Brown and her "sick" feeling due to the lack of justice. Statistics from Sky News reveal that out of 350 unsolved murders in London over the last 20 years, which accounts for 12% of all homicides including shootings, stabbings, strangulations, and drownings, a staggering 55% of the victims were black or Asian.

Maya Jama has clapped back at rumours suggesting she split with Stormzy because she wasn't ready to settle down, as her ex-boyfriend moves on with American singer Victoria Monet.The 30 year old Love Island host was posting from her plush New York room when she addressed the gossip that's been swirling about her and Stormzy.The pair called it quits in August after rekindling their romance, but decided to end things after one year back together. Since then, it's been reported that Stormzy has sparked a new romance with Victoria Monet, who shares a three year old daughter with her ex, after the duo were seen kissing in an airport.