New name for body behind Ivor Novello Awards as Ed Sheeran joins membership
Chart-topping star Ed Sheeran has become a new recruit for the body representing UK songwriters and composers, which has relaunched under a new name.
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The Greatest Showman soundtrack highest-selling album of 2018
The Greatest Showman soundtrack was the highest-selling album of 2018, having dominated music charts across the world.
Ed Sheeran’s ‘wildlife pond’ angers neighbours who claim it is a swimming pool
Angered neighbours of Ed Sheeran have claimed that a “wildlife pond” on his Suffolk estate could actually be used as a swimming pool.
Camila Cabello’s Havana is world’s best-selling digital single for 2018
Camila Cabello’s Havana has been named 2018’s best-selling digital single.
Ed Sheeran’s Narnia adventure for 28th birthday
Ed Sheeran has marked his birthday by paying a visit to Narnia.
It’s amazing women are being recognised at the Brits, says pop singer Raye
Pop singer Raye has said it is “amazing” more “talented” women are being recognised at the Brit Awards.
Ed Sheeran mocked over rapping in trailer for Danny Boyle film Yesterday
Ed Sheeran is mocked for his rapping, and suggests the lyrics of the Beatles’ classic Hey Jude are changed to Hey Dude in the first trailer for his new film.
Music venue and bar in line for demolition after Glasgow School of Art blaze
A popular music venue and neighbouring pub could be demolished after they were “substantially” damaged in the Glasgow School of Art fire last year.
DJ Steve Aoki wants to work with British artists like Ed Sheeran and Little Mix
American house DJ Steve Aoki has said that he would love to make music with Ed Sheeran and Little Mix.
Fire crews extinguish ‘small building fire’ on Ed Sheeran’s Suffolk estate
Fire crews have been called to Ed Sheeran’s country estate after a fire broke out on Friday morning.
Dua Lipa leads Brit nominations for second year as women dominate shortlist
Women dominate this year’s Brit Awards shortlist, with female solo artists Dua Lipa and Anne-Marie both earning four nominations.
US jury to rule on whether Ed Sheeran copied Marvin Gaye’s Let’s Get It On
A US judge has ruled a jury will decide whether or not Ed Sheeran is guilty of ripping off Marvin Gaye’s Let’s Get It On for his hit Thinking Out Loud.
What were the most popular albums, songs and vinyl of 2018?
The BPI has revealed the best-selling albums of 2018, as well as the most popular singles, streamed tracks and vinyl records.
Ed Sheeran makes £39 million from touring in a single year
Ed Sheeran made £38.8 million last year through touring, accounts show.
Victim of Viagogo campaign founder given MBE after helping reclaim almost £1m
A woman who has helped recover almost £1 million in refunds for people who have bought concert tickets from resale website Viagogo has been awarded an MBE.
Watch: Ed Sheeran stops intimate London show for a proposal in the crowd
Ed Sheeran stopped playing in the middle of an intimate show in London on Monday to allow a fan in the crowd to propose to his girlfriend.
Ed Sheeran’s next album not due ‘before 2020’
Ed Sheeran’s next album will not be released before 2020, the singer-songwriter has said.
Singer Mahalia tipped as star by YouTube Music but ‘avoids comment section’
Singer and rising YouTube star Mahalia has said she decided to “stay out of the comment section” in an online environment that can be difficult for upcoming artists.
UK music industry ‘contributes £4.5bn to UK economy’
The UK music industry contributed £4.5 billion to the nation’s economy last year, according to a report.
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.
Music industry calls for ‘ticket tax’ to save live venues
A parliamentary select committee has been urged to consider a “ticket tax” and give live venues cultural parity with museums to protect British music.
Deezer reveals The Greatest Showman is most streamed album of 2018 in UK
The Greatest Showman is the most streamed album of the year in the UK, figures from Deezer have shown.
Ed Sheeran serenades Bruno Mars for his birthday
Ed Sheeran serenaded Bruno Mars for his 33rd birthday.
Olly Murs debuts clip of upbeat new single Moves featuring Snoop Dogg
Olly Murs has shared a snippet from an upbeat new track featuring rapper Snoop Dogg.
Ed Sheeran up for BMI London song of the year award for third time in a row
Singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has been shortlisted for the BMI London Award for song of the year for a third consecutive time, it has been announced.
Coleen and Wayne Rooney thrilled as they get a snap with Ed Sheeran
Coleen and Wayne Rooney have shared their delight at going along to see Ed Sheeran in concert with one of their sons – and grabbing a picture with him.
Ed Sheeran announces homecoming shows in Leeds and Ipswich for 2019
Ed Sheeran has announced four headline shows in the UK next summer in Leeds and Ipswich.
Ed Sheeran to headline festival dubbed Europe’s answer to Glastonbury
Singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran will headline Hungary’s Sziget festival next year, an event which has been described as Europe’s answer to Glastonbury.
Ed Sheeran speaks out against cuts to music education in state schools
Ed Sheeran has spoken out against cuts to music education in state schools, saying he benefited from the tuition he received as a student.
Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran joke about Drake beating them at AMAs
Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran have shared a joke about Drake beating them at the American Music Awards (AMAs).