Joaquin Phoenix teams up with Lady Gaga in the sequel to 2019’s Joker. Directed by Todd Phillips (The Hangover), Joker: Folie à Deux picks up as Arthur Fleck (Phoenix) is institutionalised at Arkham Asylum awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker, where he meets fellow patient Lee Quinzel (Gaga). Other cast members include Brendan Gleeson, Catherine Keener, Zazie Beetz, Steve Coogan, Harry Lawtey, Jacob Lofland, and Ken Leung. Is a sequel to Joker: Folie à Deux on the cards? At the time of writing, Warner Bros. has not announced a sequel. Judging by recent comments from director Todd Phillips,...
Oasis have warned fans of scammers who are selling fake re-sale tickets ahead of the band’s North American reunion tour. READ MORE: Be Here Now: Why Oasis deserve another crack at America Earlier this week, Liam and Noel Gallagher announced the first run of international dates for their Oasis reunion tour which includes shows across North America and Mexico. They then went on to share that due to “phenomenal demand”, four new dates were added to the tour. The general sale for tickets will go live tomorrow (October 4) at 10am local time. Visit here to buy tickets and find more details here...
MJ Lenderman has announced the postponement of several US tour dates due to the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. Last week, Hurricane Helene hit the Southeastern states of the US, laying waste to cities such as Georgia, Nashville, North Carolina and many more. The hurricane has at the time of reporting resulted in an estimate of 190 deaths, with hundreds others missing. Lenderman’s upcoming ‘Manning Fireworks’ tour in the US was due to kick off in Georgia today (October 3), before moving to Nashville on October 5. As a result of the damages and tragedies caused by the hurricane...
A crowdfunder for the publication of Sweaty Ceilings, a book celebrating London’s independent music venues, has been launched. The book is a celebration of the city’s grassroots music venues such as The Windmill, 100 Club, Roundhouse, Moth Club, Koko, Seabright Arms, Cafe Oto, Shacklewell Arms and many more. Spearheaded by multidisciplinary artist and designer Sophie Mo and music manager Tash Cutts, Sweaty Ceilings will go behind-the-scenes of 30 landmark venues, showcasing interviews and stories from writers, musicians and cultural figureheads, all of whom shed light on the venues’ history and cultural importance. It will also include an additional spotlight feature...
Jackson Wang has publicly reached out to GOT7 bandmate BamBam with words of advice amid concerns surrounding the latter’s mental health. Over the span of the past few months, GOT7’s BamBam has been sharing cryptic posts and updates that fans believe indicate a decline in his mental health. He first expressed his current state in an Instagram Story in late July, where he told fans he “just want to sleep and don’t wake up so I can finally rest”, according to Koreaboo. BamBam has since received an outpour of encouraging messages from fans, family and fellow celebrities alike. After...
Ricky Gervais personally approved casting a female equivalent of David Brent in the Australian remake of The Office, actress Felicity Ward has said. Ward stars as the franchise’s first-ever female lead, playing Hannah Howard, the managing director of the Flinley Craddick packaging company. The series will arrive on Amazon Prime on October 18. It is the 13th version of The Office around the world to date, after the huge success of the US version, starring Steve Carell as Michael Scott, which ran for nine seasons from 2005 to 2013. “Ricky Gervais has approved a female lead, he’s very excited about a female...
Faith-based music has always carried the weight of deep emotion and spiritual exploration, and in recent years, artists like Peg Luke have pushed these boundaries further by merging traditional Christian themes with contemporary sounds. Known for her ability to weave classical and modern influences, Peg Luke’s music transcends simple categorization, offering something fresh yet familiar. Her latest release, “God on a Bumpersticker,” is no exception, showcasing her evolving artistry while delivering a poignant message about finding faith in the most unexpected places. “God on a Bumpersticker” dives into a deeply spiritual and existential narrative. The track tells the story...
Benedict Cumberbatch and FKA Twigs have been announced for the Letters Live fundraiser at KOKO in London. Cumberbatch was announced today (October 1) as the new global ambassador for environmental advocacy as part of the KOKO Foundation, the registered charity of London’s iconic venue KOKO. The BAFTA, Olivier and EMMY award-winning actor will be supporting the charity’s efforts to help ensure that London is able to become a greener and more sustainable city. Speaking about the role in a press release, Cumberbatch said: “I am honoured to be a KOKO Foundation Ambassador with a special focus on the environment. It’s...
Production has begun on Netflix‘s forthcoming Peaky Blinders film today (September 30), which the streamer confirmed by releasing a first look image of Cillian Murphy as Tommy Shelby. READ MORE: ‘Peaky Blinders’ season six review: Tommy’s time-jump sets up his final fling The film was first confirmed back in June, having been written by Steven Knight and with Tom Harper set to direct. Murphy is also serving as a producer on the project. Steven Knight revealed to Deadline that the film is being set during World War II. Knight added about the film: “I’m genuinely thrilled that this movie is about to happen. It...
John Ashton, the veteran actor best known for Beverly Hills Cop, has died aged 76. Ashton’s death was confirmed by his representatives, who told TMZ that the actor had been diagnosed with cancer, though it is currently unclear what kind of cancer he had, or the severity of it. The rep said in a statement: “John leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication, and service. His memory will forever be treasured by his wife, children, grandchildren, as well as his brother, sisters, his extended family and all who loved him. John’s impact on the world will be remembered and...