Music

Formed in 1961, the iconic American rock band from California is still going strong with Brian Wilson, Mike Love, Al Jardine and Bruce Johnston remaining active members.With over 100 million record sales worldwide, the Beach Boys are one of the most successful bands of all time.And judging by Spotify listeners, here are their Top 10 most-streamed songs. Incredibly Good Vibrations was almost 200 million listens behind No 1.

Throughout his career, George Michael was known for more than just his chart-topping hits. He was a passionate listener, someone who spoke often and thoughtfully about the songs and artists that moved him.His musical tastes were wide-ranging - covering everything from glam rock to hip-hop, indie pop to political ballads, and, during his appearance on BBC Radio 4's Desert Island Discs in 2007, Michael listed eight tracks that he could not live without.Out of those, he chose one as his ultimate favourite: a recent release at the time, by a young British artist whose work had left a strong impression on him.“This is the best female vocalist I’ve heard in my entire career,” he told host Kirsty Young. “And one of the best writers. So all I can say is please, please understand how brilliant y...

Famed for his gritty voice and captivating stage presence, Joe Cocker is no stranger to the entertainment industry with a total of 22 studio albums under his belt. One of the most respected singers of his generation, Cocker’s unmistakable voice, with a blues-infused tone, has seen an impressive musical career that’s spanned over five decades. Cocker's gritty, blues-infused voice and powerful delivery were instantly recognisable and set him apart from many other artists of his time.His humble beginnings began in Sheffield in 1944, when Cocker took the musical world by storm and went on to have a lasting influence on popular music today. To recognise this legendary performer and take a trip down memory lane, Joe Cocker’s top 10 songs have been officially ranked by Spotify, with the list r...

A man and a teenager have been arrested by police after they discovered a terrifying plan to bomb a Lady Gaga concert in Brazil. The duo were allegedly plotting to use Molotov cocktails and homemade bombs for the attack.Police officers and the Ministry of Justice and Public Security managed to identify the bomb threat hours before the concert began, according to Brazilian news-based TV channel GloboNews.It is believed the main focus for the terrorists was towards the LGBTQIA+ community, teenagers and children, and cops have already stated taking action against a gang who were spreading hate speech. Lady Gaga's fans are affectionately known as 'Little Monsters' and plan to weed out the culprits is being dubbed 'Operation Fake Monster'.According to reports, police had been investigating i...

Lewis Capaldi left fans ecstatic on Friday night with a surprise appearance at a charity concert in Edinburgh. The 28 year old Scottish sensation, who has kept a low profile recently and hasn't graced the stage since 2023, delighted attendees at the Assembly Rooms where he performed six songs alongside fellow music heavyweight Tom Walker for the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM).The "Forget Me" hitmaker's unexpected participation was hinted at to those present, leaving many utterly astonished by the emergence of the usually elusive star. Reports indicate that Lewis, who has openly discussed his struggles with anxiety and Tourette's syndrome diagnosed in 2023, confessed to being "very nervous" about performing live again.In a bid to maintain an intimate atmosphere, audience member...

Over six decades of a chart-topping career and icon status, elton john has experimented with the most diverse genres, worked with various artists - household names, niche pioneers, established or upcoming.Since his debut in 1962, most of his singles have reached the ears of millions of listeners, and became known globally, surviving the eras of record players, cassette tapes, CDs and now reaching the digital soundwaves.And by 2025, his most popular song in the streaming realm is not one most longtime fans might expect.Released in 2021, ‘Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)’ is a song by the rocketman himself in collaboration with 21st century pop princess Dua Lipa.In just over 3 minutes, it combines music from Elton John's previous songs ‘Rocket Man’, ‘Kiss the Bride’, ‘Sacrifice’, and ‘Where's the ...

Science says that during turbulent times, we look to the nostalgic to bring comfort. And that's exactly what it felt like during Anastacia's show last night at Manchester's O2 Apollo. The American singer, who is now 56, shot to fame 25 years ago, when in 2000 her debut album Not That Kind was released. It was a huge hit, providing a tuneful backdrop to the early Noughties with tracks like global success I'm Outta Love. The show was a celebration of its anniversary, and what a party it was. Hitting the stage in the first of four sparkling outfits, Anastacia kicked off proceedings with One Day In Your Life. I've never seen her live before, nor, when questioned, had most of the sold out 3500-strong crowd. But right from the get-go she did not disappoint, her immediately recognisable voice ...

Steven Spielberg’s remarkable career has been shaped by many influences - from the classic Westerns he watched as a child to the musical theatre records that filled his childhood home.Appearing on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs in 2024, the legendary director of Jaws, E.T., and Schindler’s List shared the eight tracks he would take with him to a desert island. Each song reveals a different side of Spielberg - the boy who fell in love with movies, the romantic college freshman, the devoted father, and the world-famous filmmaker who never stopped being a fan.From Beatles ballads to Bruce Springsteen anthems, here’s the soundtrack of Spielberg’s life:Gene Pitney – (The Man Who Shot) Liberty ValanceGene Pitney’s 1962 hit wasn’t actually used in the John Ford film it was written for, but ...

The Who have been active on-and-off since 1964 (Image: Getty)With a career spanning nearly six decades, The Who became one of the most influential and recognisable names in British rock. Famed for their ambitious concept albums, stage-smashing performances, and a catalogue that helped define the mod movement and hard rock alike, the band’s legacy endures across generations - still proving their relevance now, in the digital age.Based on global streaming data on Spotify, here are The Who’s ten most played songs - from early singles to their arena-filling anthems:10 – ‘I Can’t Explain’32 million streamsReleased in late 1964 in the US and January 1965 in the UK, 'I Can’t Explain' was The Who’s first single under the name they are now known as. Written by Pete Townshend and produced by Shel...

Robbie Williams has had a total of 14 number one singles, seven of them being with Take That and seven being on his own. However, there is one of his number one hits that he wishes he could change the lyrics to.On his song Millennium, Williams admitted he "could have done better there".The track featured on Williams' 1998 album, I've Been Expecting You and it was also the first single of his own to hit top spot in the UK singles chart.However, in a recent interview, Williams confessed that he hates the song.Taking to Instagram, Williams' interviewer Colin Paterson wrote: "I interviewed Robbie Williams for @bbcbreakfast about his Golden Globe nominated chimpanzee biopic Better Man, which is spending its second week in the UK Box Office Top 10. He was very funny on his dislike of his own ...