Hayden Christensen has revealed that he thought he would lose out his role in the Star Wars franchise to Leonardo DiCaprio – see what he had to say below. Christensen, who was ultimately cast as Anakin Skywalker (and Darth Vader), recently spoke to Empire Magazine about the character, and creator George Lucas’ filmmaking process. Before Christensen was cast as the iconic character, it was revealed that Lucas was talking to several big stars for the role. One such name was Leonardo DiCaprio. Lucas speaking to DiCaprio led Christensen to believe that he had had no shot at landing the...
Kacey Musgraves has shared her latest single ‘Too Good To Be True’ and has announced details of a 2024 UK, European and US tour. READ MORE: Kacey Musgraves – ‘Star-Crossed’ review: a powerfully honest depiction of heartbreak ‘Too Good To Be True’ serves as the second single to be released from the seven-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter’s forthcoming LP ‘Deeper Well’. The track follows the lead single of the same name. The ballad sees Musgraves sing of vulnerability and regret, offering “Be good to me and I’ll be good to you / But please don’t be too good to be true,”...
The upcoming Liam Neeson-led reboot of the iconic 1988 comedy film, The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!, is finally moving forward. Paramount Pictures revealed yesterday (February 28) that the upcoming reboot has secured a premiere date in July 2025. The film, which will be co-produced by Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins via Fuzzy Door, is set for release on July 18 next year, per Variety. The Lonely Island member Akiva Schaffer, who is set to direct the reboot. The project has been in the works for some time now, with Neeson in talks to lead the rebooted...
Hailing from the vibrant city of Niagara Falls, Canadian artist Belladaprima emerges as a force to be reckoned with in the music scene, igniting anticipation with her upcoming album slated for release on April 30th. With her latest single “Neon Lights,” featuring a collaboration with Hamilton’s Skean, Belladaprima delivers a mesmerizing blend of hard-hitting lyrics and infectious beats that have captivated audiences worldwide. “Neon Lights” paints a vivid picture of late-night escapades and the raw emotions that accompany them. Against a backdrop of pulsating synths and thumping basslines, Belladaprima‘s lyrics cut deep, exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery...
The new television adaptation of Shōgun premiered last night (February 27), and some critics are calling it the “new Game of Thrones”. The series will run for a total of 10 episodes on Hulu and FX in the United States, while UK viewers can stream it via Disney+. The first two episodes are already available, with the remainder to be released in weekly instalments. The historical drama is based on the 1975 novel of the same name by James Clavell, which had previously been adapted into a 1980 American miniseries. This version has been overseen by the husband-and-wife creative team...
Netflix has announced the release date for upcoming original K-drama series, Parasyte: The Grey. Read on to learn everything you need to know about the new show , including its cast, premiere date and more. What is the plot of Parasyte: The Grey? The upcoming K-drama, which is based on Hitoshi Iwaaki’s iconic manga Parasyte, will be set in a “new locale with fresh characters”, according to the streamer in a press release. Netflix also says that the series will “chart its own unique course while maintaining the imaginative world and profound message of the beloved manga”. Parasyte: The Grey will...
In the heart of Geneva, amidst the rhythm of everyday life, a dynamic musical duo emerges, embarking on a new chapter with their latest release, “ShineLove Paradise.” Meet The Two Hundred Seventy, a pair whose decades-long journey in music has led them to this moment of creative expression and collaboration. For more than 30 years, these two individuals have cultivated their passion for music while navigating the demands of their daily routines. The moniker “Two Hundred Seventy” holds symbolic significance, pointing towards the west on the compass, symbolizing their unwavering connection to the musical traditions originating from faraway lands....
Acts performing at this year’s London Calling showcase at the International Live Music Conference have spoken to NME about the highs and lows of playing live in the current climate, and shared advice for rising acts about taking to the stage. The event, showcasing unsigned music across the capital, is set to return for its second year tomorrow (Wednesday, February 28) as a core element of the ILMC. With over 1,000 agents, promoters and live music professionals in town, ILMC offers a platform for artists to perform in front of a potentially career-changing crowd. Across five intimate venues across Soho...
Acclaimed film and video game composer Bear McCreary has announced a solo album, titled ‘The Singularity’, featuring the likes of Slash, Corey Taylor and more. This past weekend, McCreary took to social media to share the trailer for ‘The Singularity’, which is due for release on May 10. The upcoming album is previewed by its lead single, ‘Type III’ featuring Rufus Wainwright. Also confirmed to feature on the album, per McCreary’s official website, are System Of A Down‘s Serj Tankian, Joe Satriani, Soundgarden‘s Kim Thayil, Anthrax‘s Scott Ian, Meshuggah‘s Jens Kidman, The Dillinger Escape Plan‘s Ben Weinman, The Aristocrat’s...
Charlotte Church has defended her actions after receiving criticism for leading a controversial pro-Palestinian chant at a recent charity live event. On Saturday (February 24), Church played at Bedwas Workmen’s Hall in Caerphilly at a concert to raise money for the Middle East Children’s Alliance, which supports children in Gaza. To end the show, she led a choir of 100 singers in a chant of “from the river to the sea”. That phrase is politically charged, with some, including the Campaign Against Antisemitism, believing that it calls for the destruction of the state of Israel. It refers to the...