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Fleetwood Mac announce European tour will stop off in Dublin

Fleetwood Mac have announced they will perform at Wembley Stadium next summer as part of a European tour.

Handout photo of (left to right) Larry Mullen Jr, The Edge, Bono and Adam Clayton on stage during the U2 concert at Turin's Pala Alpitour Arena as the band kicks off their European leg of their Innocence and Experience tour.

11 things happening in Northern Ireland this week: October 22-28 - from U2 to Hogwarts Halloween Cruise

Here's our pick of the top events taking place across Northern Ireland this week.

BTS on the Graham Norton Show on BBC One (PA Wire)

K-pop superstars BTS take home two gongs at BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards

K-pop superstars BTS have won big at the BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards as they were named best international group and social media stars.

Joan Armatrading on being born to write music and her love of comedy

With a career stretching back almost five decades and with 21 acclaimed albums and a trio of Grammy nominations to her name, you'd have to say singer Joan Armatrading's life in music has been a huge success.

Charlie Sloth arriving at the The Audio and Radio Industry Awards (ARIAS) at the First Direct Arena in Leeds Danny Lawson/PA)

Charlie Sloth leaves BBC Radio 1 following award ceremony outburst

Charlie Sloth has announced that he has left BBC Radio 1 following his foul-mouthed outburst at an awards ceremony this week.

Cardi B shows off toned stomach as she asks fans for advice over ‘black line’

Cardi B has shown off her toned stomach just months after welcoming her first child.

Andrea Bocelli on being friends with Sarah Ferguson and duetting with his son

He charmed the chapel performing for Eugenie and Jack — now Andrea Bocelli is going viral duetting with his son. They tell Craig McLean about making friends in Windsor.

X Factor hopeful credits Louis Tomlinson with turning his life around

X Factor hopeful Anthony Russell fears he would have died if Louis Tomlinson had not intervened in his battle with addiction.

Edith Bowman attending the Nespresso British Academy Film Awards Nominees Party at Kensington Palace, London. (Ian West/PA)

Edith Bowman mocks Charlie Sloth after DJ’s foul-mouthed awards outburst

Presenter Edith Bowman has taunted Charlie Sloth after the DJ attacked her in a foul-mouthed outburst at an awards ceremony.

'I think we do humour well at home. We just slag ourselves off' - Comedian Jimeoin set for Belfast return

A household name in both Northern Ireland and Australia, we catch up with Jimeoin before he brings his show 'Ridiculous' to the Waterfront, Belfast this weekend.

Jess Glynne attends the Virgin Holidays Attitude Awards at the Roundhouse, London (PA)

Jess Glynne scores second number one album with Always In Between

Jess Glynne has landed her second number one album, knocking Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga’s original soundtrack to A Star Is Born from the top spot after just one week.

Harry Styles is among those shortlisted for the Gay Times Awards (Lauren Hurley/PA)

Harry Styles and Lady Gaga shortlisted for LGBTQ advocacy award

Former One Direction star Harry Styles and singer Lady Gaga have been shortlisted for an award celebrating those who have used their high-profile position to promote the LGBTQ community.

Cheryl condemns ‘sickening and disturbing’ elephant hunters (Danny Lawson/PA)

Cheryl condemns ‘sickening and disturbing’ elephant hunt footage

Cheryl has condemned footage of elephant hunters as “sickening and disturbing”.

Country express: Brian Coll is still entertaining fans

Hugo Duncan: King Coll paved the way for Tyrone's country superstars

It must be something in the air, but Tyrone appears to have weaned more high-profile country singers than most other counties. I was reminded of this the other day when I appeared in a concert at which every other artist appeared to be from the O'Neill county.

Thirty-seven years after being in The Slits and 29 since Buffalo Stance, Neneh Cherry is making music no less attractive and colourful

Albums of the week: From Neneh Cherry to REM

Singer-songwriter Neneh Cherry returns with a powerful new album, while rock icons REM and vocal harmony group The Overtones have also been under the musical microscope.

Britney Spears announces Las Vegas residency

Britney Spears has announced a residency slot in Las Vegas.

American singer Roy Orbison pictured on a roof top in London (PA)

Roy Orbison’s voice to be set to music by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

A new compilation album will see archive vocal recordings of Roy Orbison set to classical music performed by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, 30 years on from the singer’s death.

Little Mix announce Belfast date for 2019 LM5 tour

Little Mix have today announced the LM5 tour, which includes a date at Belfast's SSE arena.

Noel Gallagher won two Q Awards (Ian West/PA)

Q Awards 2018: The winners

Noel Gallagher was the biggest winner at the Q Awards 2018, taking home two prizes.

Nile Rodgers received the legend award (Ian West/PA)

Nile Rodgers: Roxy Music inspired me to create Chic

Nile Rodgers has said that seeing British bands like Roxy Music perform inspired him to create his band Chic.

Noel Gallagher has released three albums with his solo project Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds (Ian West/PA)

Noel Gallagher: I was mistaken for Liam outside Abbey Road Studios

Noel Gallagher has said he was mistaken for his estranged brother Liam while walking outside London’s Abbey Road Studios.

Richard Branson has been honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)

Sir Richard Branson honoured with Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Sir Richard Branson looked back on his career as one of the most successful music executives in the world as he was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Sir Richard Branson honoured with Hollywood Walk of Fame star

Sir Richard Branson looked back on his career as one of the most successful music executives in the world as he was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Radiohead’s Thom Yorke says protecting the Antarctic should be humankind’s priority (David Jensen/PA)

Radiohead’s Thom Yorke releases track in collaboration with Greenpeace

Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke has called for the Antarctic to stay “raw and wild” as he released a new track in collaboration with Greenpeace.

An audience at a Sir Cliff Richard concert reportedly booed the BBC (Niall Carson/PA)

Sir Cliff Richard audience ‘boos the BBC’ following privacy victory

An audience at a Sir Cliff Richard concert reportedly booed the BBC following the veteran entertainer’s privacy case victory over the corporation.

Solange Knowles announces new album

Solange announced a new album and promised to “shake things up”.

People out for LUSH! Classical @ The SSE Arena, Belfast. Saturday 13 October 2018. Credit: Liam McBurney/RAZORPIX

Belfast nightlife: Saturday at Lush! Classical, at the SSE Arena [Photos]

The SSE Arena played host to Lush! with a classical take.

Belfast International Arts Festival 2018: Everything you need to know

The Belfast International Arts Festival returns for another year, with a huge programme of events on offer across the city - and here's everything you need to know:

Misunderstood are hot favourites to win 2018's X Factor (Tom Dymond/Syco/Thames TV)

X Factor live tour returns with Belfast and Dublin dates in 2019

The X Factor live tour is to return with dates in both Belfast and Dublin in 2019.

The chart diva, 48, posted a video on social media (PA)

Mariah Carey’s son helps her announce new album

Mariah Carey enlisted her seven-year-old son to help announce a new album.

Barlow saw the funny side, also sharing the picture of his former Take That bandmate (Ian West/PA)

Robbie Williams reads Gary Barlow’s book in the bath

Robbie Williams’ wife has shared a hilarious photo of the singer reading Gary Barlow’s autobiography in the bath.

Little Mix lead close race for number one with new single

Little Mix have a battle on their hands in the race for the top spot of this week’s singles chart.

Models at the launch of Belfast Fashionweek at St Anne’s Cathedral

10 things happening in Northern Ireland this week: October 15 - 21 - from Fashion Week to Fright Night

Here's our pick of the top events happening this week across Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland duo Saint Sister go marching on a voyage of discovery

They are being hailed as Northern Ireland's next big thing in the music world.

Michael Buble 'to quit' music in wake of son's illness

Michael Buble has announced plans to "retire" from the music industry after admitting he no longer has the desire for fame following his son's battle with cancer.

Madonna posted two pictures on Twitter of herself and Lourdes to mark the big day (Yui Mok/PA)

Madonna pens sweet message to ‘light of my life’ Lourdes on her birthday

Madonna called her eldest daughter Lourdes the “light of my life” as she wished her a happy birthday.

Ayda Williams is in charge of the Overs in the ITV competition (Matt Crossick/PA)

X Factor’s Ayda Williams said she isn’t looking for ‘Barbie or Ken doll’

X Factor judge Ayda Williams said she was tired of “bottled-up pop prince or pop princesses who come packaged in a Barbie or Ken doll” as she picked her final acts for the live shows.

Bugzy Malone is about to embark on a 13 date tour of the UK (Jordan Curtis Hughes/PA)

Grime rapper Bugzy Malone: I was waiting for the fans to come to me

Grime artist Bugzy Malone has said it took a decade to release his debut album because he was waiting for “the right audience”.

Jools Holland and Marc Almond have announced a joint album (Mary McCartney/Warner Music Entertainment)

Jools Holland and Marc Almond join forces for new album

Jools Holland and Marc Almond will release their first collaborative album.

Michael Buble announces he will ‘retire’ in emotional ‘final’ interview

Michael Buble has announced plans to “retire” from the music industry after admitting he no longer has the desire for fame following his son’s battle with cancer.

Drake overwhelmed as he learns Adele was at his concert – and loved it

Drake failed to remain calm when he was praised by Adele for one of his concerts.

Drake has opened up on his feud with Kanye West (PA)

Drake opens up on his feud with Kanye West

Drake has given further details on his feud with Kanye West and revealed why he never responded to Pusha T’s notorious diss track.

Nile Rodgers has revealed what made him give up drink and drunks (Ian West/PA)

Nile Rodgers reveals why he gave up drink and drugs for good

Nile Rodgers has told how a bad gig made him kick his drink and drugs habit.

Prince’s estate has demanded Donald Trump stops using his music at rallies (Yui Mok/PA)

Prince’s estate demands Donald Trump stops using his music at rallies

Prince’s estate has demanded Donald Trump stops using the late star’s music at his rallies.

Nicki Minaj and Little Mix have teamed up on Woman Like Me (PA)

Nicki Minaj discusses her love of the British accent with Little Mix

Nicki Minaj admitted she was envious of Little Mix stars’ accents after the British pop group appeared on her radio show.

Sgt Pepper crowned UK’s favourite album of all time

The Beatles’ ground-breaking release Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band has been named the most popular British album of all time.

Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper (Ian West/PA)

Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper top charts with A Star Is Born soundtrack

Lady Gaga has landed her fourth number one album with the official soundtrack to her new film, A Star Is Born.

Amy Winehouse hologram to go on tour

A hologram of Amy Winehouse will go on tour next year.

Jess Glynne has said she struggled with fame (Matt Alexander/PA)

Jess Glynne: I struggled with the limelight

Jess Glynne has said she initially struggled with fame before learning to accept herself for who she is.

Puss in Boots, some of the wigs used during Shrek The Musical and company manager Davin Patrick with the dragon

Video: Shrek The Musical a monster hit in Belfast

A cast of 22 playing 100 different roles, a touring party of 80 in total, 300 costumes, 150 wigs, seven lorries full of equipment, 40 litres of water per show, 20 bottles of baby oil a week... it's quite the numbers game for Shrek The Musical, one of the most popular stage productions the country has seen in recent years.