B.B. King’s daughters claim he was poisoned
TWO of B.B. King’s heirs have lodged claims with the coroner that their musician father was murdered by minders as family kept away from his bedside.
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Eurovision winner ‘not homophobic’
SWEDISH Eurovision victor Mans Zelmerlow has spent the last year apologising for a comment which saw him label homosexuality an “abomination”.
All four members of Blue are bankrupt
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Guy’s surprising Eurovision confession
THE glitter has settled on Eurovision and the winner’s been crowned. But what’s Guy Sebastian’s surprising admission about his performance?
Eurovision: Where to from here for Australia?
WITH a strong finish and loads of enthusiasm for Eurovision, where does Australia’s future with the contest lie?
Guy finishes fifth, Sweden wins Eurovision
SINGER Mans Zelmerlow of Sweden has won Eurovision. Here’s how the song contest (and Aussie hope Guy Sebastian) played out.
‘You embarrassed us – don’t come back’
GUY Sebastian is nervously preparing for one of the biggest performances of his career in front of a millions of people. As the final hours tick by, he has just one wish.
Eurovision ‘super fans’ back Guy
THOUSANDS of ‘super fans’ have swung behind Australian entrant Guy Sebastian at the first full dress rehearsal for the 2015 Eurovision Song Contest.
Praise for Aussie Eurovision entry
THE winner of the first ever Eurovision Song Contest in 1956 has heard all 27 acts in competition this year -and she likes Australia’s chances.
Conchita’s cool, but bring on the other Guy
THE bearded drag queen who took out last year’s Eurovision has opened the latest contest in spectacular style, as Aussies pin their hopes on Guy Sebastian. ROLLING COVERAGE
Australians who have done Eurovision
GUY Sebastian may be Australia’s first Eurovision entrant, but Australians have sung at Eurovision before. And one was only person to win it twice.
Could our Guy win Eurovision?
IS Guy Sebastian in with a serious chance at Eurovision? Here’s a rundown of the best — and worst — this year’s contest has to offer.
Johns talks muse and blind dates
DANIEL Johns’ girlfriend had no objection to his blind dates during the making of his long-awaited and brave new solo record Talk.
Ireland bombs out of Eurovision
IRELAND has made a stunning exit from Eurovision, failing to make the grade in the second semi final again for the fifth time in a decade.
Guy to be the ‘Steven Bradbury of Eurovision’?
AUSSIE Guy Sebastian’s chances of Eurovision glory could be helped out thanks to some complicated European relationships, according to Richard Wilkins.
Vance Joy: life after Riptide hit
VANCE Joy on life after record-smashing hit song Riptide — which is still in the charts — and being on tour with the world’s hottest musician.
Fan fury follows Eurovision’s first semi-final
THE wind machines have barely whirred to life and already there’s a storm of controversy raining down on this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. And it’s all to do with Finland’s entry.
‘I wasn’t expecting this in Vienna’
AS wife to pop star Guy Sebastian, Jules Egan is used to the attention of fans. But nothing could have prepared her for the reception he’s getting at Eurovison.
Eurovision glitz and glam so far
THE first semi-final is done and dusted and this year’s Eurovision Song Contest promises more sparkle than you can poke a stick at.
Guy’s a real Eurovision chance
HE won Australian Idol all those years back. Now Guy Sebastian’s in another song contest. And there’s a very real chance he could win Eurovision. Here’s why.
Robbie announces October tour dates
LOVABLE British larrikin Robbie Williams toured Australia last year, but he’s just announced he’s coming back with a new show full of hits, memories, and left-field covers.
Janet Jackson announces comeback
JANET Jackson has given fans the news they have long waited for — she has promised a new album and world tour for later this year.
Spandau Ballet show they’re still Gold
SPANDAU Ballet are bringing saxy back and they left Sydney’s children of the 80s singing and dancing like nobody was watching.
Savage Garden unearth old song
SAVAGE Garden fans get excited — the duo have unearthed a rare song from 1994 for a new compilation album. So does this mean they are reforming?
Motley Crue’s final show reviewed
HEAVY metal rockers Motley Crue are touring Australia for the final time — but is it worth your hard earned cash?
Zayn Malik ‘didn’t quit, was fired’ by 1D
IT WAS the breakup that was heard around the world. While Zayn Malik says he left the band on his own, new reports suggest he was offered an ultimatum.
1D fans really aren’t coping with Zayn leaving
WITH news that Zayn is leaving One Direction, the teenagers of the world had only one thing to do – let their feelings out online.
Zayn Malik quits One Direction
SAD news for teens everywhere as Zayn Malik announced his departure from Boy band One Direction. See the full statement.
Aussie singer signs US record deal
AFTER a year of living on couches and running out of money in LA, Aussie singer/songwriter Conrad Sewell is shaping up to be our next pop star.
Ed Sheeran heads to Summer Bay
STONE the flamin’ crows! British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has confirmed his love of Australia with a guest spot on soapie Home and Away.
Sia and Sheppard lead songwriter gongs
SIA made history and Daniel Johns launched his next shot at greatness at the APRA Awards’ annual celebration of songwriting excellence.
Black Keys cancel Australian tour
A VICIOUS dump in the surf during the drummer’s holidays has proven to be bad news for The Black Keys fans as ongoing recovery forces tour cancellation.
Meet the godmother of Australian rock
FIFA Riccobono has ruled the Australian music industry for 40 years. At the 2015 APRA Awards, she will get her standing ovation.
Zayn quits tour: Is this the end of 1D?
ZAYN Malik has walked out on the band during their world tour, citing stress. So is this a minor hiccup or the beginning of the end of the world’s biggest boy band?
Meghan Trainor video slammed as ‘sexist’
MEGHAN Trainor’s latest video shows her scrubbing floors and baking — and people are not happy.
The most famous 12-year-old in the world
SHE’S homeschooled, rehearses nine hours a day, has famous friends and has become the hottest trend at costume parties. Meet Maddie Ziegler.
Meet America’s country music rebel
SHE is the American country music star who beat Taylor Swift to two Grammys last year and has already sold millions of records. Meet Kacey Musgraves.
Stars unite against cruel X Factor judges
THE X Factor entrant whose performance was torn apart by two cruel judges has received words of encouragement from Ed Sheeran, Ellie Goulding and Lorde.
Guy Sebastian unleashes Eurovision song
Guy Sebastian has finally unveiled the song he’ll perform at Eurovision later this year. Widely speculated to be an “epic ballad”, his choice is anything but.
Alison Wonderland joins pop’s party
SHE was discovered as a DJ but Alison Wonderland is now putting herself on the line as a vocalist as well as a producer. Just don’t call her a singer.
Troy’s new album is a family affair
HE has sold more than half a million records in Australia. Freedom Road continues Troy’s tradition of bringing stories to life.
Madonna dated infamous rapper: ‘I was feeling very gangsta’
MADONNA got candid in an interview with Howard Stern — talking about her years trying to make it in New York City and dating an infamous rapper.
Kylie tells: ‘Michael is my archangel’
KYLIE Minogue reveals how the late INXS star Michael Hutchence left a lasting impression on her, and how she feels he’s still with her.
Pharrell, Thicke copied Marvin Gaye music
A JURY has awarded Marvin Gaye’s children nearly $7.4 million after determining singers Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams copied their father’s music to create Blurred Lines, the biggest hit song of 2013.
Jury finds Pharrell, Thicke copied Marvin Gaye
A JURY has awarded Marvin Gaye’s children nearly $7.4 million after determining singers Robin Thicke and Pharrell Williams copied their father’s music to create Blurred Lines, the biggest hit song of 2013.
Sia and fans show love for Katie
WHEN Sia recommends your music and hundreds of fans volunteer to pay for your new EP, there must be something special about Katie Noonan.
Guy’s secret Eurovision game plan
GUY Sebastian has copped flak for it, but he wants to win Eurovision — now he has just five days to pick his song. This is his strategy.
Why The Vamps axed Aussie act
THE frontman for Australian band Short Stack has finally revealed why they were kicked off the national tour by British boy band The Vamps.
Guy on backlash: ‘Haters gonna hate’
NOT everyone is happy about Guy Sebastian representing Australia at Eurovision, but the singer has shaken off the strong criticism.
The bizarre stories behind famous band names
HOW did bands like Daft Punk, the Foo Fighters, Green Day and Fall Out Boy come up with their names? Prepare yourself for some random stories.
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