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George Michael’s landmark Faith era is set to return to cinemas with a newly restored and remastered concert film

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More than 40 years after its original release, Michael Jackson's Thriller is still making music history.

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Lionel Richie performed his 1986 hit 'Deep River Woman' together on this week's American Idol finale.

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Mel Gibson is heading back to the UK to mark 30 years since Braveheart captured the hearts of audiences worldwide.

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ABBA's Frida tragically lost two loves of her life - her husband and her daughter.

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The Goo Goo Dolls braved torrential weather to bring 'Iris' to their fans.

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In 1985, Wham! made history being the first Western act to perform in China.

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Kim Basinger is looking back on her time starring alongside Bruce Willis in the 1987 romantic comedy Blind Date.

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Phil Collins shared a rare, heartwarming moment with his youngest son, Matthew, this week, surprising him in Salzburg, Austria.

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Robbie Williams may have scored a record 14 solo No 1 albums, but he reckons it’s his daughter (centre) who is the real talent in the family.

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Celine Dion is preparing for one of the most anticipated comebacks in recent music history.

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Celine Dion is set to return to live performance for the first time in four years, following her diagnosis with Stiff Pewrson Syndrome.

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American Idol delivered one of its most talked-about moments ever this week, as a standout performance left judge Lionel Richie struggling for words.

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Lionel Richie fans have something to look forward to this summer, as one the famous crooner announces a massive UK performance.

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Take That have unveiled their first new music in two years, releasing a fresh track ahead of their upcoming Circus Tour revival.

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Phil Collins and Luther Vandross are Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees.

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Lily Collins seems like perfect casting for Aubrey Hepburn.

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Jack Black has quite the voice on him, as displayed during his 'Wicked Game' cover.

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A new poster for the Michael Jackson biopic was released in February 2026.

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Phil Collins is one of the UK's most popular artists of his generation.

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At the 2017 Grammy Awards ceremony, Bruno Mars paid a blistering tribute to the late trailblazing icon Prince.

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