In what could be Northern Ireland's biggest ever concert fans were treated to the country's best musical talent. From early Saturday afternoon two stages played host to household names and some of the best up-and-coming new talent. Organiser and Snow Patrol front man Gary Lightbody promised something special - and he delivered in spades. Not only was the quality of music up there with the best but during his own set he produced a special guest in the form of U2's Bono. The Dubliner joined Lightbody and co to perform his band's iconic hit 'One' in front of the estimated 35,000 crowd in the Bangor park in tribute to the relationship between Northern Ireland and the Republic. "No them, there is only us," he sang to the crowd. Lightbody introduced the song by saying that although Ward Park 3 was a day celebrating the best of Northern Irish music, they also wanted to “pay homage to the great music that comes from the Republic”. He added that there was “only one song for … [Read more...] about ‘No them, there is only us’
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U2 frontman Bono stuns fans at Snow Patrol gig
A surprise appearance by legendary U2 frontman Bono proved a massive hit with the thousands of music fans at Snow Patrol’s Ward Park 3 concert on Saturday. The Bangor crowd were stunned by Bono’s appearance as he took to the stage with Gary Lightbody and his bandmates to perform a rendition of iconic U2 hit ‘One’. Introducing the song, Lightbody told the crowd he wanted to “pay homage to the great music that comes from the Republic”.Many fans took to social media to express their shock and delight at the U2 star’s unexpected appearance.“That was unbelievable. I just thought it was a run of the mill cover then out walks Bono,” one fan wrote on Twitter.Another posted: “@snowpatrol what a great show last night, fantastic event! Bono was an epic surprise.” Local Alliance councillor Andrew Muir tweeted: “Truly memorable to have @snowpatrol and then unexpectedly Bono @U2 play in Ward Park, Bangor!! A night I’ll … [Read more...] about U2 frontman Bono stuns fans at Snow Patrol gig
Lady Gaga joins stars condemning Alabama abortion ban
Lady Gaga has joined the list of celebrities condemning Alabama's strict abortion law which bans the procedure in almost all cases, including rape and incest. The pop star branded the US state’s decision, which was authorised on Wednesday, a “travesty” and said women and young girls would suffer at the hands of the new system. Alabama's law sparked a fierce and immediate backlash from opponents, with many famous faces speaking out against it including Courteney Cox and Reese Witherspoon. Joining with words of condemnation, Gaga wrote on Twitter: “It is an outrage to ban abortion in Alabama, period, and all the more heinous that it excludes those who have been raped or are experiencing incest, non-consensual or not. "So there's a higher penalty for doctors who perform these operations than for most rapists? This is a travesty, and I pray for all these women and young girls who suffer at the hands of this system." Amid furious opposition from women's rights … [Read more...] about Lady Gaga joins stars condemning Alabama abortion ban
Brad Pitt Wooed Ex Aniston With £60.5m for Her 50th Birthday
Hollywood actor Brad Pitt apparently went all out and gifted his ex-spouse Jennifer Aniston a lavish $79 million (£60.57 million) for her 50th birthday. According to numerous media reports, there are rumours that Brad still carries a torch for Jennifer, which would explain Pitt’s lavish gesture for her birthday in February. Brad appears to have gone above and beyond https://t.co/MWSz4HeyJS — The Daily Record (@Daily_Record) May 1, 2019 The house they used to share in Beverly Hills was on the market and when they originally split, sources close to Jennifer said that "losing their dream home worsened the heartache of their divorce and it was one of her biggest regrets not buying Brad out". Brad is said to have handed over $79 million (£60.5 million) to buy it. But rather than keeping it for himself, the actor made a gift of it to his ex. What … [Read more...] about Brad Pitt Wooed Ex Aniston With £60.5m for Her 50th Birthday
Friends fans spot major blunder as cameraman is seen in Monica’s apartment
FRIENDS fans have spotted a major blunder – 15 years after the show ended – as they spot a cameraman in Monica’s apartment. The man – and all his electrical wires – can be seen in the background in season 6 episode 13, The One With Rachel’s Sister. The episode features Reese Witherspoon, who plays Rachel’s sister, who shows up at the apartment after getting kicked out by their dad. As she chats to Monica (Courteney Cox) and Chandler (Matthew Perry) the cameraman can clearly been seen standing behind the sofa. It's not the only gaffe fans have started to notice though as they binge on re-runs - they saw something spooky in a scene in The One With Rachel’s New Dress. The season four episode sees Jennifer Aniston’s character Rachel plan a romantic date for her love interest as they prepare to spend their first night together. However things start to go wrong when Joshua reveals his fear of farm birds after seeing Joey and … [Read more...] about Friends fans spot major blunder as cameraman is seen in Monica’s apartment