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Kwabs performed a sold-out homecoming show in London on Saturday (17.10.15).
The 'Walk' hitmaker wowed London's Roundhouse with his first show in the capital since the release of his debut album 'Love + War' last month, following a UK tour and dates around Europe.
Two tracks into his set, he explained to the audience: "Now that I've got your attention, I'd like to say it's nice to see you all again! You see we've been all over the place. We've been in what feels like a different country every day, week and month so it feels good to be home.
"Thank you all for being here. It means a whole lot and that's from the bottom of my heart."
The critically lauded singer, 25, opened the show with the tension-building title track from the record before showcasing other songs from the LP including 'Layback' and 'Look Over Your Shoulder', during which he introduced his band and flaunted his dancefloor talents with a flurry of choreographed moves.
The MTV EMA and MOBO nominee - whose full name is Kwabena Adjepong - showed off his versatile voice for over an hour at the venue, where he stripped back his sound to sing 'Forgiven' and his cover of James Blake's 'The Wilhelm Scream' before raising the roof with a rendition of Major Lazer's 'Lean On'.
Later, he brought out rising star Zak Abel - who opened for him earlier in the evening - for a duet of emotional ballad 'Cheating On Me' which proved to be another of the show's many highlights, as well as encore tracks 'Walk' and 'Perfect Ruin'.
With over two years of touring experience, Kwabs' stage show is better than ever and by the sound of his debut release, his is a name we'll be hearing far more about in the future.
Kwabs' set list at Camden's Roundhouse in London is as follows:
'Love + War'
'Into You'
'Lay Back'
'Look Over Your Shoulder'
'Last Stand'
'Forgiven'
'The Wilhelm Scream'
'Lean On'
'My Own'
'Cheating On Me'
'Saved'
'Wrong Or Right'
'Walk'
'Perfect Ruin'
Kwabs performs sold-out homecoming show
Kwabs performed a sold-out homecoming show in London on Saturday (17.10.15).
The 'Walk' hitmaker wowed London's Roundhouse with his first show in the capital since the release of his debut album 'Love + War' last month, following a UK tour and dates around Europe.
Two tracks into his set, he explained to the audience: "Now that I've got your attention, I'd like to say it's nice to see you all again! You see we've been all over the place. We've been in what feels like a different country every day, week and month so it feels good to be home.
"Thank you all for being here. It means a whole lot and that's from the bottom of my heart."
The critically lauded singer, 25, opened the show with the tension-building title track from the record before showcasing other songs from the LP including 'Layback' and 'Look Over Your Shoulder', during which he introduced his band and flaunted his dancefloor talents with a flurry of choreographed moves.
The MTV EMA and MOBO nominee - whose full name is Kwabena Adjepong - showed off his versatile voice for over an hour at the venue, where he stripped back his sound to sing 'Forgiven' and his cover of James Blake's 'The Wilhelm Scream' before raising the roof with a rendition of Major Lazer's 'Lean On'.
Later, he brought out rising star Zak Abel - who opened for him earlier in the evening - for a duet of emotional ballad 'Cheating On Me' which proved to be another of the show's many highlights, as well as encore tracks 'Walk' and 'Perfect Ruin'.
With over two years of touring experience, Kwabs' stage show is better than ever and by the sound of his debut release, his is a name we'll be hearing far more about in the future.
Kwabs' set list at Camden's Roundhouse in London is as follows:
'Love + War'
'Into You'
'Lay Back'
'Look Over Your Shoulder'
'Last Stand'
'Forgiven'
'The Wilhelm Scream'
'Lean On'
'My Own'
'Cheating On Me'
'Saved'
'Wrong Or Right'
'Walk'
'Perfect Ruin'
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Jess Glynne is set to record the Children in Need single.
The 'Don't Be So Hard On Yourself' hitmaker is being lined up by the BBC to perform the annual charity track, which was previously covered by the likes of Ellie Goulding and the Spice Girls, following her successful year in music so far.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "This is the perfect end to an amazing year for Jess. Being chosen to do Children In Need means you're at the top of your game, which is amazing considering she is still a relatively new artist."
The insider added: "She'll be given blanket coverage by the BBC for the track, and will also get to perform it live on TV later this month on the annual special."
Meanwhile, the 25-year-old singer, who bounded onto the scene with the Clean Bandit last year with the single 'Rather Be', is determined to take her career seriously and has even banned herself from partying in order to protect her voice following emergency surgery on her vocal cords recently.
She said last month: "I have to be careful [following surgery]. I just need to make sure I rest my voice. I'm not allowed to go out and party because I'm still in the recovery period."
Jess underwent the procedure in June after suffering with her voice for a prolonged amount of time and is said to be impressed with the results so far.
Jess Glynne to record Children in Need single
Jess Glynne is set to record the Children in Need single.
The 'Don't Be So Hard On Yourself' hitmaker is being lined up by the BBC to perform the annual charity track, which was previously covered by the likes of Ellie Goulding and the Spice Girls, following her successful year in music so far.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "This is the perfect end to an amazing year for Jess. Being chosen to do Children In Need means you're at the top of your game, which is amazing considering she is still a relatively new artist."
The insider added: "She'll be given blanket coverage by the BBC for the track, and will also get to perform it live on TV later this month on the annual special."
Meanwhile, the 25-year-old singer, who bounded onto the scene with the Clean Bandit last year with the single 'Rather Be', is determined to take her career seriously and has even banned herself from partying in order to protect her voice following emergency surgery on her vocal cords recently.
She said last month: "I have to be careful [following surgery]. I just need to make sure I rest my voice. I'm not allowed to go out and party because I'm still in the recovery period."
Jess underwent the procedure in June after suffering with her voice for a prolonged amount of time and is said to be impressed with the results so far.
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Rudimental brought John Newman on stage at Alexander Palace on Friday (16.10.15).
The drum and bass quartet surprised the 10,000 strong crowd at the London venue by inviting the 'Love Me Again' hitmaker to join them on their 2012 party hit collaboration 'Feel The Love'.
The 25-year-old singer shouted to the thrilled auditorium: "Are you feeling it? Make some f**king noise for Rudimental!"
Earlier in the night the group from Hackey united vocalists Anne-Marie - a former three times world karate champion - and Will Heard on stage for recent hit 'Rumour Mill' from their second studio album 'We The Generation'.
Will continued to add his vocals to 'I Will for Love' after which DJ Locksmith addressed the hyped crowd and said: "Thank you for making it (We The Generation) Number One in the UK charts."
Singer/songwriter Thomas Jules also commanded the stage and performed synchronised dance steps with Locksmith.
He introduced another fan favoured track and announced: "Going back to the old school. For my five year old son, 'I'm Not Giving In' put your hands together.'
Meanwhile, the eclectic group - including Amir Amor on bass and Kesi Dryden who played the drum kit - offered up a taste of their musical roots by closing the night with a mix of dancehall tracks that included 'World A Music', 'You Don't Love Me (No No No)' and 'One Of Those Days' originally sang by Jamaican singers Ini Kamoze, Dawn Penn and Sizzla respectively.
However the experimenters added further intrigue by singing Ed Sheeran's fan favourite 'Thinking Out Loud' over the top of the melodies.
The night also included opening sets from Izzy Bizu, Max, Kiko Bun and Aba Shanti.
Rudimental reunite with John Newman at gig
Rudimental brought John Newman on stage at Alexander Palace on Friday (16.10.15).
The drum and bass quartet surprised the 10,000 strong crowd at the London venue by inviting the 'Love Me Again' hitmaker to join them on their 2012 party hit collaboration 'Feel The Love'.
The 25-year-old singer shouted to the thrilled auditorium: "Are you feeling it? Make some f**king noise for Rudimental!"
Earlier in the night the group from Hackey united vocalists Anne-Marie - a former three times world karate champion - and Will Heard on stage for recent hit 'Rumour Mill' from their second studio album 'We The Generation'.
Will continued to add his vocals to 'I Will for Love' after which DJ Locksmith addressed the hyped crowd and said: "Thank you for making it (We The Generation) Number One in the UK charts."
Singer/songwriter Thomas Jules also commanded the stage and performed synchronised dance steps with Locksmith.
He introduced another fan favoured track and announced: "Going back to the old school. For my five year old son, 'I'm Not Giving In' put your hands together.'
Meanwhile, the eclectic group - including Amir Amor on bass and Kesi Dryden who played the drum kit - offered up a taste of their musical roots by closing the night with a mix of dancehall tracks that included 'World A Music', 'You Don't Love Me (No No No)' and 'One Of Those Days' originally sang by Jamaican singers Ini Kamoze, Dawn Penn and Sizzla respectively.
However the experimenters added further intrigue by singing Ed Sheeran's fan favourite 'Thinking Out Loud' over the top of the melodies.
The night also included opening sets from Izzy Bizu, Max, Kiko Bun and Aba Shanti.
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Markus Feehily "wouldn't have written" Westlife's songs.
The 35-year-old singer insists he doesn't dislike his former group's material, but he prefers staying true to himself on his new solo album.
He said: "I don't dislike any Westlife songs but I wouldn't have written them.
"I've made a conscious decision not to compare my solo career to Westlife though, it would be unhealthy to try to emulate that juggernaut."
Despite still being on good terms with the rest of the group, Markus admits they are not really in contact with one another.
Asked how much he sees his former bandmates, he said: "Not much at all. There's no animosity. It's just the way life goes."
And the Irish singer insists it's just a coincidence that his solo work will go up against former Westlife stars Brian McFadden and Shane Filan's and he doesn't want a "scrap".
He told OK! magazine: "It's a coincidence and I hope people don't make it into a chart battle as they did between Westlife and the Spice Girls.
"I don't mind a bit of fun banter but I don't want to be involved in any scraps as I love the lads.
"Shane's duet with Nadine Coyle is great, as is Brian's single."
Markus Feehily: I wouldn’t have written Westlife’s songs
Markus Feehily "wouldn't have written" Westlife's songs.
The 35-year-old singer insists he doesn't dislike his former group's material, but he prefers staying true to himself on his new solo album.
He said: "I don't dislike any Westlife songs but I wouldn't have written them.
"I've made a conscious decision not to compare my solo career to Westlife though, it would be unhealthy to try to emulate that juggernaut."
Despite still being on good terms with the rest of the group, Markus admits they are not really in contact with one another.
Asked how much he sees his former bandmates, he said: "Not much at all. There's no animosity. It's just the way life goes."
And the Irish singer insists it's just a coincidence that his solo work will go up against former Westlife stars Brian McFadden and Shane Filan's and he doesn't want a "scrap".
He told OK! magazine: "It's a coincidence and I hope people don't make it into a chart battle as they did between Westlife and the Spice Girls.
"I don't mind a bit of fun banter but I don't want to be involved in any scraps as I love the lads.
"Shane's duet with Nadine Coyle is great, as is Brian's single."
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Rudimental brought John Newman on stage at Alexander Palace on Friday (16.10.15).
The drum and bass quartet surprised the 10,000 strong crowd at the London venue by inviting the 'Love Me Again' hitmaker to join them on their 2012 party hit collaboration 'Feel The Love'.
The 25-year-old singer shouted to the thrilled auditorium: "Are you feeling it? Make some f**king noise for Rudimental!"
Earlier in the night the group from Hackey united vocalists Anne-Marie - a former three times world karate champion - and Will Heard on stage for recent hit 'Rumour Mill' from their second studio album 'We The Generation'.
Will continued to add his vocals to 'I Will for Love' after which DJ Locksmith addressed the hyped crowd and said: "Thank you for making it (We The Generation) Number One in the UK charts."
Singer/songwriter Thomas Jules also commanded the stage and performed synchronised dance steps with Locksmith.
He introduced the another fan favourite track and announced: "Going back to the old school. For my five year old son, 'I'm Not Giving In' put your hands together.'
Meanwhile, the eclectic group - including Amir Amor on bass and Kesi Dryden who played the drum kit - offered up a taste of their musical roots by closing the night with a mix of dancehall tracks that included 'World A Music', 'You Don't Love Me (No No No)' and 'One Of Those Days' originally sang by Jamaican singers Ini Kamoze, Dawn Penn and Sizzla respectively.
However the experimenters added further intrigue by singing Ed Sheeran's fan favourite 'Thinking Out Loud' over the top of the melodies.
The night also included opening sets from Izzy Bizu, Max, Kiko Bun and Aba Shanti.
John Newman joins Rudimental at Ally Pally gig
Rudimental brought John Newman on stage at Alexander Palace on Friday (16.10.15).
The drum and bass quartet surprised the 10,000 strong crowd at the London venue by inviting the 'Love Me Again' hitmaker to join them on their 2012 party hit collaboration 'Feel The Love'.
The 25-year-old singer shouted to the thrilled auditorium: "Are you feeling it? Make some f**king noise for Rudimental!"
Earlier in the night the group from Hackey united vocalists Anne-Marie - a former three times world karate champion - and Will Heard on stage for recent hit 'Rumour Mill' from their second studio album 'We The Generation'.
Will continued to add his vocals to 'I Will for Love' after which DJ Locksmith addressed the hyped crowd and said: "Thank you for making it (We The Generation) Number One in the UK charts."
Singer/songwriter Thomas Jules also commanded the stage and performed synchronised dance steps with Locksmith.
He introduced the another fan favourite track and announced: "Going back to the old school. For my five year old son, 'I'm Not Giving In' put your hands together.'
Meanwhile, the eclectic group - including Amir Amor on bass and Kesi Dryden who played the drum kit - offered up a taste of their musical roots by closing the night with a mix of dancehall tracks that included 'World A Music', 'You Don't Love Me (No No No)' and 'One Of Those Days' originally sang by Jamaican singers Ini Kamoze, Dawn Penn and Sizzla respectively.
However the experimenters added further intrigue by singing Ed Sheeran's fan favourite 'Thinking Out Loud' over the top of the melodies.
The night also included opening sets from Izzy Bizu, Max, Kiko Bun and Aba Shanti.
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Train will release their first Christmas album exclusively through Amazon Music.
The highly anticipated record, titled 'Christmas in Tahoe', will be available through the ad-free streaming service from November 13 and features original festive tracks as well as covers of songs such as 'Merry Xmas Everybody' and 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas'.
Lead vocalist Pat Monahan explained: "Christmas in Tahoe has been a part of Train's journey that's been in the making for quite some time.
"We couldn't be more excited that Amazon presented us with the opportunity to share the album with millions of Amazon Prime members, and joined us in an amazing relationship to continue to positively change the way people hear new and current music."
The 'Hey, Soul Sister' hitmakers' forthcoming release will be their eighth studio album, following the release of 'Bulletproof Picasso' last year.
Speaking about the new record from the three-time Grammy Award winners, VP of Digital Music for Amazon Steve Boom said: "Our focus is on bringing great music to our customers, and with distinct vocals, a unique sound and a long history of chart-topping hits, there is no doubt customers will love the first-ever Christmas album from Train.
"We're excited to bring the Grammy award-winning band's Christmas inspired album exclusively to Prime Music--we know that Prime members are going to enjoy unlimited listening throughout the festive season."
Train releasing Christmas album
Train will release their first Christmas album exclusively through Amazon Music.
The highly anticipated record, titled 'Christmas in Tahoe', will be available through the ad-free streaming service from November 13 and features original festive tracks as well as covers of songs such as 'Merry Xmas Everybody' and 'Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas'.
Lead vocalist Pat Monahan explained: "Christmas in Tahoe has been a part of Train's journey that's been in the making for quite some time.
"We couldn't be more excited that Amazon presented us with the opportunity to share the album with millions of Amazon Prime members, and joined us in an amazing relationship to continue to positively change the way people hear new and current music."
The 'Hey, Soul Sister' hitmakers' forthcoming release will be their eighth studio album, following the release of 'Bulletproof Picasso' last year.
Speaking about the new record from the three-time Grammy Award winners, VP of Digital Music for Amazon Steve Boom said: "Our focus is on bringing great music to our customers, and with distinct vocals, a unique sound and a long history of chart-topping hits, there is no doubt customers will love the first-ever Christmas album from Train.
"We're excited to bring the Grammy award-winning band's Christmas inspired album exclusively to Prime Music--we know that Prime members are going to enjoy unlimited listening throughout the festive season."
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Adam Lambert wants to perform with Queen at Glastonbury.
The 'Ghost Town' hitmaker has toured the world fronting the rock band since 2011 and now wants to perform with them at the iconic British festival following rumours they are set to headline.
Speaking about the speculation, he said: "I mean why do we even care about the rumours baby? I don't know! That's the first time hearing of it so I don't know.
"If they invited me, yes of course I would."
The 33-year-old star's comments come months after guitarist Brian May hinted they'd been asked by saying the idea had been "put on the table" and said "it would be interesting".
He told BANG Showbiz: "No probably not. Look these things get put on the table, it would be interesting to do Glastonbury if we were an operational unit at the time.
"You see this year Adam's off doing his solo work at the moment so it wouldn't have worked. You only look at things that are possible logistically at the time."
But Adam only has good things to say about the band, which also features drummer Roger Taylor, and always has a "fun" time when he performs with the music stars.
Speaking on tonight's (16.10.15) episode of 'Chatty Man' on Channel 4, he said: "Roger is still a rock star. Roger likes the good drink, he loves his clothing and Brian is sweet and gentle and has humanitarian things he likes to talk about. It's lovely because we take a jet - it spoils me! It's fun because we talk about everything. They're amazing and really cool guys: great sense of humour and great stories that they tell from the past. It's good."
Adam Lambert wants to do Glastonbury
Adam Lambert wants to perform with Queen at Glastonbury.
The 'Ghost Town' hitmaker has toured the world fronting the rock band since 2011 and now wants to perform with them at the iconic British festival following rumours they are set to headline.
Speaking about the speculation, he said: "I mean why do we even care about the rumours baby? I don't know! That's the first time hearing of it so I don't know.
"If they invited me, yes of course I would."
The 33-year-old star's comments come months after guitarist Brian May hinted they'd been asked by saying the idea had been "put on the table" and said "it would be interesting".
He told BANG Showbiz: "No probably not. Look these things get put on the table, it would be interesting to do Glastonbury if we were an operational unit at the time.
"You see this year Adam's off doing his solo work at the moment so it wouldn't have worked. You only look at things that are possible logistically at the time."
But Adam only has good things to say about the band, which also features drummer Roger Taylor, and always has a "fun" time when he performs with the music stars.
Speaking on tonight's (16.10.15) episode of 'Chatty Man' on Channel 4, he said: "Roger is still a rock star. Roger likes the good drink, he loves his clothing and Brian is sweet and gentle and has humanitarian things he likes to talk about. It's lovely because we take a jet - it spoils me! It's fun because we talk about everything. They're amazing and really cool guys: great sense of humour and great stories that they tell from the past. It's good."
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Florence + the Machine and Jamie xx are among nominees for the Mercury Prize 2015.
The full shortlist of 12 nominated albums has been revealed on BBC Radio 6 Music, with Wolf Alice and Benjamin Clementine also receiving nods for their releases.
The prize aims to celebrate the best British albums from the past year, with LPs released between September 9 2014 and September 25 2015 eligible to be shortlisted.
Other albums up for the award include 'Syro' by Aphex Twin, 'Hairless Toys' by Roisin Murphy, 'Shedding Skin' by Ghostpoet and 'Architect' by C Duncan.
Completing the shortlist is ESKA with her eponymous debut, SOAK's 'Before We Forgot How To Dream', Gaz Coombes with 'Matador' and 'Are You Satisfied?' by Slaves.
Speaking about the Mercury Prize, Jamie xx - who won the prize with his band The xx back in 2010 for their debut album 'xx' - said: "It was such a big thing for all of us in The xx before we even got nominated, it was such a great way to discover new music and then when we were nominated the first time it felt very surreal. So yeah, it's wonderful to be nominated again."
Previous nominees Anna Calvi, Nick Mulvey and Corinne Bailey Rae have been involved in the 12-strong judging panel along with a selection of journalists, DJs, broadcasters and festival organisers to decide on the shortlist.
Last year saw Young Fathers' debut album 'Dead!' win the accolade while James Blake, PJ Harvey, Arctic Monkeys and Suede are among other artists to have won in the award's 23 year history.
The winner of the coveted prize will be announced at a ceremony on November 20 at Broadcasting House's Radio Theatre in London.
The full list of nominated albums for the Mercury Prize 2015:
Aphex Twin - 'Syro'
Wolf Alice - 'My Love Is Cool'
Roisin Murphy - 'Hairless Toys'
C Duncan - 'Architect'
ESKA - 'Eska'
Florence + the Machine - 'How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful'
Ghostpoet - 'Shedding Skin'
Benjamin Clementine - 'At Least For Now'
Jamie xx - 'In Colour'
SOAK - 'Before We Forgot How To Dream'
Gaz Coombes - 'Matador'
Slaves - 'Are You Satisfied?'
Florence + the Machine among nominees for Mercury Prize 2015
Florence + the Machine and Jamie xx are among nominees for the Mercury Prize 2015.
The full shortlist of 12 nominated albums has been revealed on BBC Radio 6 Music, with Wolf Alice and Benjamin Clementine also receiving nods for their releases.
The prize aims to celebrate the best British albums from the past year, with LPs released between September 9 2014 and September 25 2015 eligible to be shortlisted.
Other albums up for the award include 'Syro' by Aphex Twin, 'Hairless Toys' by Roisin Murphy, 'Shedding Skin' by Ghostpoet and 'Architect' by C Duncan.
Completing the shortlist is ESKA with her eponymous debut, SOAK's 'Before We Forgot How To Dream', Gaz Coombes with 'Matador' and 'Are You Satisfied?' by Slaves.
Speaking about the Mercury Prize, Jamie xx - who won the prize with his band The xx back in 2010 for their debut album 'xx' - said: "It was such a big thing for all of us in The xx before we even got nominated, it was such a great way to discover new music and then when we were nominated the first time it felt very surreal. So yeah, it's wonderful to be nominated again."
Previous nominees Anna Calvi, Nick Mulvey and Corinne Bailey Rae have been involved in the 12-strong judging panel along with a selection of journalists, DJs, broadcasters and festival organisers to decide on the shortlist.
Last year saw Young Fathers' debut album 'Dead!' win the accolade while James Blake, PJ Harvey, Arctic Monkeys and Suede are among other artists to have won in the award's 23 year history.
The winner of the coveted prize will be announced at a ceremony on November 20 at Broadcasting House's Radio Theatre in London.
The full list of nominated albums for the Mercury Prize 2015:
Aphex Twin - 'Syro'
Wolf Alice - 'My Love Is Cool'
Roisin Murphy - 'Hairless Toys'
C Duncan - 'Architect'
ESKA - 'Eska'
Florence + the Machine - 'How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful'
Ghostpoet - 'Shedding Skin'
Benjamin Clementine - 'At Least For Now'
Jamie xx - 'In Colour'
SOAK - 'Before We Forgot How To Dream'
Gaz Coombes - 'Matador'
Slaves - 'Are You Satisfied?'
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Take That have unveiled their new single 'Hey Boy'.
The three-piece group - featuring Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen - have debuted their brand new single, available now, which is the first new track to be taken from the 2015 edition of their hit album 'III', out on November 20.
The 80s-infused track has been produced by Greg Kurstin who is famed for working with Katy Perry, Lily Allen and Ellie Goulding and it will receive its first live performance tonight (16.10.15) when they sing on the first episode of the new series of 'TFI'.
Tweeting about the track and performance, Gary wrote: "Up and out ! Big day in TT world ! Very excited for you all to hear our new music (sic)."
As well as hits 'Get Ready For It' and 'These Days', the repackaged version of their album features three other new songs and is packaged together with a live DVD of a show from their recent tour, which ended earlier this week in Milan.
Meanwhile the positive reaction to their new single isn't the only good news for the band, as Howard revealed in August he is going to become a dad for the third time.
Announcing the news on Twitter, he wrote: "I have some amazing news to share with you all..... Katie and I are having a baby! so proud of my beautiful wife and can't wait for the newest member of our family to arrive. (sic)"
He later added: "Thankyou for all your wonderful messages. The baby is due early jan. Boy or girl? Guesses on a postcard plse (sic)."
Take That premiere new single Hey Boy
Take That have unveiled their new single 'Hey Boy'.
The three-piece group - featuring Gary Barlow, Howard Donald and Mark Owen - have debuted their brand new single, available now, which is the first new track to be taken from the 2015 edition of their hit album 'III', out on November 20.
The 80s-infused track has been produced by Greg Kurstin who is famed for working with Katy Perry, Lily Allen and Ellie Goulding and it will receive its first live performance tonight (16.10.15) when they sing on the first episode of the new series of 'TFI'.
Tweeting about the track and performance, Gary wrote: "Up and out ! Big day in TT world ! Very excited for you all to hear our new music (sic)."
As well as hits 'Get Ready For It' and 'These Days', the repackaged version of their album features three other new songs and is packaged together with a live DVD of a show from their recent tour, which ended earlier this week in Milan.
Meanwhile the positive reaction to their new single isn't the only good news for the band, as Howard revealed in August he is going to become a dad for the third time.
Announcing the news on Twitter, he wrote: "I have some amazing news to share with you all..... Katie and I are having a baby! so proud of my beautiful wife and can't wait for the newest member of our family to arrive. (sic)"
He later added: "Thankyou for all your wonderful messages. The baby is due early jan. Boy or girl? Guesses on a postcard plse (sic)."