Michael to release Christmas song Oct 30, 2009
Other artists who will be competing for the Christmas number one include the X Factor winner and Robbie Williams. A spokesman for the 46-year-old said December Song had been remastered ahead of its release. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
U2 to play at Brandenburg Gate Oct 29, 2009
The ceremony, which will be hosted by US singer Katy Perry for the second year in succession, will include performances from Robbie Williams and Jay-Z.. Lady Gaga and Green Day lead the field with five nominations each, while U2 are in the running for best rock band. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Robbie Williams appears on Swiss television Oct 26, 2009
Fans turned out in droves on Saturday for an appearance by the singer Robbie Williams who is celebrating a comeback - on Swiss television. Williams sang from his new album on the revamped popular entertainment show Benissimo on Saturday evening, just a few days after giving his first full concert for almost three years. (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)
Robbie to get lifetime Brit Award Oct 23, 2009
Robbie Williams has won best British male four times. Pop star Robbie Williams will receive the outstanding contribution to music prize at next year's Brit Awards ... Robbie Williams on his first live gig in three years. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Britain's Robbie Williams wows critics Oct 22, 2009
London's The Roundhouse play host to Robbie Williams' first concert in three years ... British singer Robbie Williams has finally won over the critics with his first concert in three years, crowning a faltering comeback for the sometime troubled star ... London's The Roundhouse play host to Robbie Williams' first concert in three years. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Conman accused cries over abuse Oct 22, 2009
Page last updated at 16:39 GMT, Wednesday, 21 October 2009 17:39 UK. Paul Bint, left, is accused of posing as Keir Starmer QC. (BBC News -- UK)
Williams in top form Oct 22, 2009
Britain's Robbie Williams wows critics with comeback gig - Music - Entertainment ... Britain's Robbie Williams wows critics with comeback gig ... London's The Roundhouse play host to Robbie Williams' first concert in three years. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Sparrows 'learn song by twitter' Oct 21, 2009
Page last updated at 00:02 GMT, Wednesday, 21 October 2009 01:02 UK. Sparrows 'learn song by twitter. (BBC News -- Science)
Robbie Williams at Electric Proms Oct 21, 2009
Robbie Williams performed at the BBC's Electric Proms on Tuesday night in his first full concert for three years. Here, he sings 80s classic Video Killed the Radio Star - a song he pays homage to with the title of his new album. (BBC News)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Oct 21, 2009
Robbie Williams and Shirley Bassey are among the stars playing this year s Electric Proms. Opera singer Katherine Jenkins talks to Telegraph TV about her new album Believe, which is released in the UK on October 26. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Harpist 'fraud after drug threat' Oct 21, 2009
Robbie Williams at Electric Proms. Body clock 'shaped by weather. (BBC News -- UK)
Robbie entertains in his first full concert for three years Oct 21, 2009
Robbie Williams performing at the Electric Proms. Robbie Williams put comeback nerves behind him at his first full concert for three years in London ... Robbie Williams mixed new material with old favourites at the concert. (BBC News -- UK)
'World on a stage' Oct 21, 2009
Page last updated at 15:12 GMT, Tuesday, 20 October 2009 16:12 UK. Jackson 'wanted the world on stage. (BBC News -- Americas)
What is the future of music online? Oct 21, 2009
Page last updated at 09:56 GMT, Tuesday, 20 October 2009 10:56 UK. What is the future of music online. (BBC News -- Technology)
Infotainment Oct 20, 2009
The X-Factor winner Alexandra Burke has beaten Robbie Williams to claim her second British number one single with Bad Boys, the Official Charts Company said on Sunday. The 21-year-old Londoners collaboration with US rapper Flo Rida entered the chart in pole position in its debut week, pipping Williams. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Robbie Williams comeback beaten in British charts Oct 19, 2009
Robbie Williams' comeback single "Bodies" was beaten to number one in the British charts Sunday by talent show winner Alexandra Burke, pictured here in September 2009. LONDON (AFP) - Robbie Williams' comeback single "Bodies" was beaten to number one in the British charts Sunday by talent show winner Alexandra Burke. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Alexandra Burke proves she has the X Factor in battle with Robbie Oct 19, 2009
Last year's X Factor winner Alexandra Burke has beaten Robbie Williams to the top of the UK single charts after both performed on the show last weekend ... Robbie Williams - Bodies 3. (BBC News -- UK)
Boyzone star in tribute to Gately Oct 18, 2009
Page last updated at 13:53 GMT, Saturday, 17 October 2009 14:53 UK. Please turn on JavaScript. (BBC News -- Europe)
Neddy's wife rages at Roger Oct 16, 2009
SEAN NICHOLLS AND EMILY DUNN. It is turning into a bumper year for books about crooks, with Mick Gatto, Roberta Williams and Roger Rogerson so far scribbling memoirs. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Burke to beat Robbie in UK charts Oct 15, 2009
X Factor winner Alexandra Burke is on course to beat Robbie Williams to the top of the UK singles charts, according to midweek figures. Both acts appeared on Sunday's ITV1 show to perform their songs. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Robbie wants kids Oct 12, 2009
Robbie Williams says children are "on the way" for him and his girlfriend. The 'Bodies' singer claims Ayda Field who he has been dating since January 2007 helped him turn his back on his womanising ways and he can't wait to start a family with the American actress. (iAfrica.com)
Singing from beyond the grave Oct 12, 2009
Two more collections have reached number one in the UK - Imagine in 2002 and 2003's American Tune, which knocked Robbie Williams off the top spot. Katie Melua's vocals were added to Cassidy's rendition of What A Wonderful World for a posthumous duet, which went to number one in 2007. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Urban coup for ARIA awards Headline Oct 11, 2009
ARIA chairman Ed St John said the artists, including Robbie Williams, would perform on a stage surrounded by the audience. We're convinced that this is going to be a really exciting and watchable night of television," he said. "The line-up runs the gamut [from] established superstars such as Robbie Williams and Keith Urban through to relatively new young artists such as Jessica Mauboy. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Bellingham is voted off Strictly Oct 11, 2009
The results will be revealed on Sunday night, when Robbie Williams will perform his comeback single Bodies on the ITV show. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- UK)
Band Hero Track List Pre... Oct 10, 2009
Robbie Williams and Kylie Minogue - "Kids". Styx - "Mr. Roboto". (IGN PS2)
Whitney Houston for The X Factor Oct 9, 2009
Robbie Williams is also set to appear on this series of The X Factor. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
'Who are you?' Oct 8, 2009
Page last updated at 16:30 GMT, Wednesday, 7 October 2009 17:30 UK. Adele won Grammys for best new artist and best female pop vocal in January. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Vitamin shots Oct 7, 2009
Former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell and singer Robbie Williams have both confirmed they've used the shots as part of their diets to maintain stamina during tours. Dermatological injections of Vitamin C are also popular among women hoping to keep their skin looking young. (CNN -- International)
There is still romance in music stores Oct 7, 2009
In demand we're buying albums by Robbie Williams and Madonna in bricks-and-mortar stores ... "Most people don't come in here for anything specific; it's the beauty of the journey,'' he says. ''It's like travelling; you don't necessarily know what you're going to get but you leave yourself open to the idea. That's what music is all about.'' Chances are Kulak is right. Defying the international trends and confident predictions that they would be gone within a matter of years, many Australian music... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Brain 'can beat early blindness' Oct 1, 2009
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Robbie's return Oct 1, 2009
Return to form for Robbie Williams ... Robbie Williams says his new album Reality Killed The Video Star marks a "turning point" in his career. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
British actors dominate TV Globes Oct 1, 2009
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US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed' Oct 1, 2009
Page last updated at 02:13 GMT, Friday, 1 December 2006. US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
Music piracy not fair, says Lily Allen in call to arms Sep 23, 2009
Featured Artists Coalition, which counts Robbie Williams and Tom Jones, as well as Lennox and Radiohead, among its dozens of members, said in a statement on Monday that the proposals would cut off an important source of promotion. "By demanding blanket suspension powers from the government, the industry is in danger of cutting off a promotional tool that is of great use to fledgling artists who seek to create a buzz around themselves yet don't have the financial support of a major label," FAC... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
'I was a stalker' Sep 22, 2009
Page last updated at 07:40 GMT, Monday, 21 September 2009 08:40 UK. Mika conquers his growing pains. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
US artists lead MTV Europe awards Sep 22, 2009
Eminem, Jay Z, Kanye West, Mika and Robbie Williams will compete for best male, while Beyonce, Katy Perry, Lady GaGa, Leona Lewis and Shakira will fight it out to be crowned best female. Exceptional performances. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Lady Gaga leads MTV Europe nominations Sep 22, 2009
- Eminem; Jay-Z; Kanye West; Mika; Robbie Williams. Best Urban. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Susan Boyle Takes on Rolling Stones...First listen of new single... Sep 14, 2009
SUSAN Boyle experiences Life Thru A Lens - just like Robbie Williams on his famous 1997 album cover. The Britain's Got Talent runner-up, 48, was mobbed by paparazzi as she flew into Los Angeles. (The Drudge Report)
Rock stars slam disconnection plan for pirates Sep 8, 2009
Together they represent a broad range of British stars including McCartney, John, Robbie Williams, Radiohead and Tom Jones. The musicians labelled the disconnection plan illogical, "extraordinarily negative", expensive and backward looking. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Robbie Williams to perform at ARIAs Sep 8, 2009
Robbie Williams will perform at this year's ARIA awards ... BRITISH pop star Robbie Williams will visit Australia in November to promote his new album, Reality Killed the Video Star, and appear as a special guest at the ARIA Awards in Sydney on November 26 ... ARIA chairman Ed St John said: ''With Robbie Williams confirmed as the first live performer at this year's ARIA Awards, we are set for an absolutely stellar live event. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Robbie's shameful nickname Sep 7, 2009
Robbie Williams' girlfriend calls him "tickles-a-noo-noo". The 'Bodies' singer, who has been dating actress Ayda Field for three years, loves it when she calls him by his nickname unless they are in public. (iAfrica.com)
Rice warns on Israel settlements Sep 5, 2009
Page last updated at 18:41 GMT, Sunday, 15 June 2008 19:41 UK. Israel says the new homes are the natural growth of existing communities. (BBC News -- Africa)
Two feared dead in fire at flats Sep 5, 2009
Page last updated at 08:15 GMT, Saturday, 5 September 2009 09:15 UK. Two people are feared dead after a fire at a block of flats in a North Yorkshire town. (BBC News)
S Lanka Muslim protest at police Sep 5, 2009
Page last updated at 14:17 GMT, Friday, 4 September 2009 15:17 UK. By Charles Haviland BBC News, Colombo. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Cool for hats: men's headwear back in fashion Sep 5, 2009
It gives you a little bit of an edge, you feel a bit smarter," he said. Mr Wise, a jeweller, said hats are staging a comeback as Australian men get more confident in their sense of style. "They see guys on TV wearing them, and a fair few cool cats wearing hats around the street, and that makes it more accessible for everyone," he said. The iconic Australian brand Akubra is "bigger than ever" since branching out into fashion hats, Mr Carroll said. Hats from its Club Collection, including the... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Red faces as Bangladesh papers fall for US Moon landing 'hoax' Sep 5, 2009
Page last updated at 09:22 GMT, Friday, 4 September 2009 10:22 UK. One giant slip in Bangladesh news. (BBC News)
Wire actor Elba joins BBC drama Sep 5, 2009
Page last updated at 10:47 GMT, Friday, 4 September 2009 11:47 UK. Elba says he had to go to America to start getting lead roles. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Maths 'no better than in 1970s' Sep 5, 2009
Page last updated at 01:18 GMT, Saturday, 5 September 2009 02:18 UK. Maths 'no better than in 1970s. (BBC News)
Google trick tracks extinctions Sep 5, 2009
Page last updated at 16:28 GMT, Friday, 4 September 2009 17:28 UK. By Judith Burns Science and Environment Producer BBC News. (BBC News)
Parents want 'kitchen classrooms' Sep 4, 2009
Page last updated at 01:29 GMT, Friday, 4 September 2009 02:29 UK. Parents want 'kitchen classrooms. (BBC News -- UK)
Robbie Williams says new single is 'turning point' in his career Sep 4, 2009
Watch a clip of the video for Robbie Williams' new single Bodies. Robbie Williams has unveiled his first single since 2007, saying he is at a "turning point" in his career ... " I'll just hold off a little bit and get my album out and then I'll go and play with my mates Robbie Williams on rejoining Take That Williams appeared on the Chris Moyles breakfast show on BBC Radio 1 on Friday to play Bodies, which is released on 11 October. It will be followed by the album Reality Killed The Video Star,... (BBC News -- UK)
Wartime saviour Sep 4, 2009
Page last updated at 01:13 GMT, Friday, 4 September 2009 02:13 UK. Czech evacuees thank their saviour. (BBC News -- UK)
Hitler's witness Sep 4, 2009
Page last updated at 08:02 GMT, Thursday, 3 September 2009 09:02 UK. I was in Hitler's suicide bunker. (BBC News -- Europe)
'Fifth Bunnyman' killed in crash Sep 4, 2009
Page last updated at 21:10 GMT, Thursday, 3 September 2009 22:10 UK. Fifth Bunnyman' killed in crash. (BBC News -- UK)
Robbie in swine flu scare Aug 19, 2009
Robbie Williams feared he had swine flu. The 'Angels' singer sparked health concerns after revealing he was having a medical check up to discover if he had contracted the potentially-fatal virus after suffering from flu-like symptoms. (iAfrica.com)
Cole Porter song brought to life Aug 19, 2009
Jazz musician Mr Roberts described how he felt when he discovered the book: "It is kind of like, for a jazz singer, finding the Dead Sea Scrolls or the Holy Grail. "In amongst all the usual Robbie Williams biographies and various things I spotted this book on the shelf. "I brought it back and one of the great pleasures and responsibilities I have in my capacity as a jazz singer is to find rare hidden gems of songs, personalise them, embrace their meaning in the context of my own life and... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Tom DeLay one of 16 new 'Dancing with the Stars' celebrities Aug 18, 2009
" One of the Macy's Stars of Dance performances will be the hugely popular "Design-a-Dance," where fans have the chance to select their favorite professional dancers, dance styles and wardrobe at www.abc.com. In addition, couples will once again take part in a team formation dance, and a variety of new elements will be incorporated into routines involving all couples.Four new dance styles -- the Bolero, the Charleston, the Two Step and the Lambada -- are also going to be introduced. The middle... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Chrysalis Jackson songs 'surge' Aug 14, 2009
Chrysalis said it expected to see significant demand for the new Robbie Williams album, to be released in November. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Business)
Robbie to appear on the X Factor Aug 14, 2009
Robbie Williams will release his new album in November. Pop star Robbie Williams will appear on the new series of the X Factor, a statement on his website has confirmed. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Aug 13, 2009
Madonna and Robbie Williams will make appearances in the new season of The X Factor. Speculation over the release of Lockerbie bomber Abdelbaset Ali Mohmed al-Megrahi comes just months after friends and relatives of the 270 victims marked the 20th anniversary of the atrocity. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Vocalzone Applaud 'Road to V' Winners Aug 10, 2009
Other known Vocalzone users include Snoop Dogg, Madonna, James Hetfield, Bette Midler, Burt Bacharach, Christopher Cazenove, David Bowie, Joss Stone, Julie Andrews, Vince Neil, Whitney Houston, Nine Inch Nails, Pl;cido Domingo, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Travis, Alexander Armstrong, Robbie Williams, Cerys Matthews and Jarvis Cocker. Links to videos and articles on Vocalzone & The Last Republic. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Robbie Williams 'goes on strike' Aug 6, 2009
Robbie Williams 'goes on strike. Robbie Williams signed a massive deal with EMI in 2002 ... Robbie Williams will refuse to make another album for his record label EMI, according to a report. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Robbie announces comeback album Aug 6, 2009
Robbie Williams' last album, Rudebox, went to number one in 2006. Robbie Williams is hoping to win back his crown as Britain's biggest pop star with a new album in November ... " A video on Williams' official website contains instrumental snippets from some of his new songs. If you find a way of not getting papped, they think you've died which is exactly what my friend was asked outside my house in LA one day Robbie Williams on keeping a low profile They showcase a dramatic electro-pop sound... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Robbie fills Jacko's shoes Aug 1, 2009
Robbie Williams and Whitney Houston are set to take over Michael Jackson's London shows. The two artists both have new records due out this year, and are being lined up for 23 of the dates the 'King of Pop' who died of a suspected cardiac arrest on 25 June was due to perform at The O2 arena early next year. (iAfrica.com)
Offensive or funny? Jul 29, 2009
And in Star Stories, which lampoons the life stories of the rich and shameless, Bishop has impersonated the likes of George Michael, Ewan McGregor, Robbie Williams, Simon Cowell, Peter Andre and even God. I'm not going to do a sketch about Jade Goody, Michael Jackson and Maddie McCann. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
