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Four years ago, when the official Elvis biopic hit cinemas, not everyone who knew the King personally approved.Focused on his marriage to Priscilla Presley, other major girlfriends who lived with him at Graceland were totally skipped over in Baz Luhrmann’s film.One of them was Linda Thompson, who lived with Elvis at the Memphis mansion from 1972-6.At the time of the biopic’s release, she wrote on social media her dismay about being “erased” from the King’s life story.But now any ill feelings seem to have dispersed as she recently attended a premiere of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, Baz’s second film on the King, a documentary focused on his live performances.Linda wrote on Instagram: “It was a night! Such a night! Take the family and go see EPIC to better understand why Elvis‘s legacy...

Country singers Johnny Cash and his second wife, June Carter Cash. (Image: CBS via Getty Images)Love is a Burning Thing and no one burned brighter than Johnny Cash and his wife of 35 years June Carter. Now their only son, John Carter Cash, has co-created a musical paying homage to the first couple of country music. Their story is one of music’s greatest love stories and the musical is told through John’s eyes.The Ballad of Johnny and June, featuring all the hits from Ring of Fire to I Walk the Line, opens for a nationwide tour of the UK next month and the Daily Express caught up with John at home in Tennessee with final rehearsals for the show underway.“As the only child of Johnny and June together I do feel a huge responsibility to protect their legacy and for the musical to be a corre...

Legendary musician  Sir Paul McCartney has revealed a poignant truth about his decades in the public eye. For around six decades, Sir Paul has captured hearts globally through his contributions to The Beatles, his solo work, and his tenure with Wings.During a conversation with director Morgan Neville, the 83-year-old discussed his response to public criticism throughout his career.Speaking in a new documentary about the artist titled Man On The Run, Sir Paul revealed how he internalised negative commentary.He said: "Whenever I hear someone damning Paul McCartney, I tend to agree with them. So when everyone was saying I broke up the Beatles and I was just overbearing and all of that, I kind of bought into it."This marks another occasion where Sir Paul has shown vulnerability discussing t...

A couple of years ago, Sir Brian May and Roger Taylor announced a remixed, remastered and expanded version of their band’s self-titled debut album, Queen I.And now the two active members of the band have done the same with their second record, Queen II.This ultimate edition of the band’s iconic 1974 second album features a brand new 2026 mix of previously unheard studio outtakes, demos, live tracks and BBC sessions.Widely considered Queen’s heaviest album and the band’s first true masterpiece, the 5CD+2LP Queen II Collector’s Editions box set also comes with “a 112-page book featuring previously unseen photographs, handwritten lyrics, diary entries, and special memorabilia, as well as memories of writing and recording the album from the band members.”Sir Brian May shared: “Queen II was ...

British songstress Katherine Jenkins OBE has announced a new UK tour launching this October. The Welsh sensation is marking 25 years in the music business with a special series of performances. The 45-year-old artist, who hails from Neath, Wales, will embark on her journey on October 2, 2026, taking to the stage at some of Britain's most illustrious concert halls. These include Manchester's Bridgewater Hall, Liverpool's Philharmonic Hall, the London Palladium, amongst others.The Mezzo Soprano will traverse the nation throughout the month. Ultimately, she will conclude her celebratory tour on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Belfast's Waterfront Hall. Tickets for this enormous tour go on sale this Friday, February 20, 2026. However, there's an opportunity to secure early access. Supporters ...

Filmmaker Morgan Neville’s latest work is Man on the Run, a documentary about Paul McCartney’s life in the 1970s from the break-up of The Beatles to John Lennon’s assassination and beyond.Featuring a new interview with Macca himself, this raw and authentic new film follows the star through his ups and downs during a turbulent period in his life.Early on in Man on the Run, McCartney claims it was Lennon who broke up the Beatles, but that “I took the wrap”.Exiling himself to remote Scotland with his wife Linda, he admits he was “depressed” and didn’t think he’d ever write another song.Of course, this wasn’t to be the case, as he formed his new band, Wings, which included his late first spouse, who received a lot of nasty backlash over her musical and vocal abilities.Just prior to this, hi...

Over the last two decades, Taylor Swift has not only become the biggest artist of the century, she is credited with fundamentally changing the music industry for the better and rewriting the definition of stardom. As she celebrates 20 years since the release of her first album, this special edition of OK! explores what it is that makes her such an icon.We revisit her early years and most significant milestone moments, and examine the power of her songwriting talent and musicality. We also celebrate her influence on fashion and politics, and delve into her fairy-tale romance with Travis Kelce! So don't miss this perfect addition to any Swiftie's collection - pick up your magazine at all good newsagents for only £11.99 or buy online here.

Speaking to Dan Morrissey on Magic Radio, Baz confessed: “It's being worked on, it's happening yeah. I don't know if I was supposed to announce it but hey I just did. I'm not doing it because I have this thing I've learnt - it's like I got Alex Timbers to do the Moulin Rouge musical - I can never go backwards. I can't be me when I was 28 doing Romeo & Juliet. But I love handing it on, I'm not precious. I'm like take my baby!”The most obvious Elvis stage show to do would be a jukebox musical of his life and career, featuring his greatest hits. Interestingly, this already exists but could perhaps be revamped for a new generation.The King of Rock and Roll died in August 1977, and just three months later, Elvis the Musical premiered on the West End stage. Three actors played him through...

Harry Styles fans can buy tickets now. (Image: GETTY) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Harry Styles enthusiasts spent the opening months of 2026 scrambling for tickets to his forthcoming Together Together Tour. Beginning in May, the former One Direction singer will be performing more than 50 shows across the globe. Throughout this period, the 32-year-old will be hitting London's Wembley Stadium for no fewer than 12 performances. And that's in addition to the 30 gigs at New York's Madison Square Garden.As a result, many British fans were left disappointed when the majority of Harry Styles' shows were sold out in no time. And, although fans may feel a little trapped because the UK has just the single location ...

Upstairs at Ronnie's is open now. (Image: Taran Wilkhu)Ronnie Scott's has been a mainstay in London's thriving Soho area for decades, but a part of its DNA closed its doors back in 2024. Two years ago, the first-floor part of the building, known as 'Upstairs at Ronnie's', shut its doors for refurbishment, and has since undergone a complete and total overhaul. Now it has reopened, anew, transformed from its previously worn look into a portal, sending attendees into a pseudo-contemporary speakeasy.The "purpose-designed, intimate auditorium" not only pays homage to the club's six-decade legacy, but it is future-proofed. With a newly-appointed executive chef (Steven Connolly), state-of-the-art sound and light system, a brand new Yamaha Grand Piano and enough gold and silver to make royalty ...