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DON'T LOOK BACK IN ANGER - SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX

 

 

 

 

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Concert review: Robbie Williams and Groove Armada’s F1 sets bring back the heady days of the 1990s and early 2000's

 

Robbie Williams and Groove Armada

Formula One Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix

Padang Stage, Marina Bay Street Circuit

Sept 17

 

If the first two nights of the 2023 Singapore Grand Prix concerts had contemporary stars such as Hong Kong-born idol Jackson Wang and American rapper-singer Post Malone at its flagship Padang stage, the third and final day focused on hit music from past decades. Two British acts held court at the largest of the concert stages in the Marina Bay Street Circuit – dance music duo Groove Armada and pop singer Robbie Williams.

 

The latter’s set, which kicked off after Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz emerged champion of the Singapore Grand Prix, capped off the buzz and excitement that took place away from the tracks over the weekend.

 

These ranged from entertainment from Grammy-winning music acts like Kings Of Leon and Culture Club to cuisine from Michelin-starred chefs such as Dani Garcia, Yannick Alleno and Clare Smyth at the hospitality areas. Groove Armada, comprising DJ-producers Andy Cato and Tom Findlay, came on a little before 6pm, while the scorching sun was still out. The heat and humidity were uncomfortable, but it did not stop the crowd from streaming into the Padang from other parts of the sprawling F1 venue. As the sun set, the audience became more animated as the duo dropped banger after banger in a feel-good DJ set marked by frequent build-ups and beat drops. The choice of songs went as far back as the 1970s (Chic’s disco classic Everybody Dance) and 1980s (The Human League’s synthpop anthem Don’t You Want Me). The most rapturous audience reaction, though, was reserved for Groove Armada’s best-known hit, Superstylin’ (2001), a dancehall/house music hybrid that still sounds fresh after all these years.

 

 

Williams took the stage much later that night at 10.25pm, playing a massively entertaining set that took the 65,000-strong audience back to the 1990s and early 2000s. It was a return to the Singapore Grand Prix for the singer who also headlined the Padang stage in 2014. Supremely confident – with his trademark smirk etched on his face and a live band and six backing dancers – the singer styled his performance as a journey through his three decades in show business.

Hence, there were many anecdotes, including stories about his early days with popular boy band Take That. He also related how his rule-breaking tendencies led to him quitting the group in 1995. “They didn’t like me. They thought I was annoying, they thought I was lazy,” said the singer, who was dressed in a glittery top and shiny pants. A story about his headline-grabbing partying with rock stars Oasis at Glastonbury in the same year segued into a cover of the band’s Don’t Look Back In Anger (1995). The crowd sang along as enthusiastically as they did to William’s songs, which led the singer to quip: “I might have to take that out of the set. That went down too well.”

 

He also sang Take That’s biggest hits, including Back For Good (1995), but the bulk of the set list comprised his string of solo hits – ranging from the mood-setting upbeat track Let Me Entertain You (1998) to a bouncy rendition of Rock DJ (2000). Perhaps the most significant thing about his set was his rapport with his audience. This was a performer who thrived on adoration from fans, and there was plenty of interaction with those closest to the stage. These included a man in the front row who was repeatedly picked on by the star, playfully of course, for not being able to sing along to the lyrics. It was not all bombast and bluster, however, as the singer also peppered the show with plenty of introspection. A lengthy monologue about his constant struggles with mental health, and his evolution from carefree young lad to contented husband to father of four, prefaced his final tune of the night, Angels.

 

It was already midnight when the song ended but, ever the exhibitionist, Williams seemed reluctant to leave the stage. And he did so only after egging on the crowd to sing, a cappella, some of the songs that he had already performed.

 

https://www.straitstimes.com/life/entertain...and-early-2000s

Edited by Sydney11

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From Jackson Wang and Post Malone to Robbie Williams, I watched almost all the F1 concerts this year

This CNA Lifestyle writer spent many hours over three days watching almost every main stage act at the Singapore F1 Grand Prix 2023. His feet may be hurting but his spirits remain high.

 

From Jackson Wang and Post Malone to Robbie Williams, I watched almost all the F1 concerts this year

 

 

 

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As someone who has spent a lot of money on concerts this year, I knew my wallet needed a break but my body was unwilling. I think concerts are an amazing way to destress after a tough week at work and seeing artistes that close, without having to camp at airports, is exciting. So naturally, I leapt at the opportunity to cover the entertainment portion of this year’s Singapore F1 Grand Prix for CNA Lifestyle. Three nights of concerts and I get to take some time off to recover from all that excitement? Sign me up, please. Full disclosure, unlike all the other concerts I’ve been to this year, I was unfamiliar with 90 per cent of this year’s entertainment line-up. I had zero expectations and was simply there to enjoy the ride.

 

I’m happy to report that after three days, I came out of the experience with busted eardrums, close-to-crumbling legs and the knowledge that I had witnessed three of the best nights of music this year.

 

ROBBIE WILLIAMS

 

Look, I think by now everyone reading this article can tell that the amount I write for each act is directly correlated to how much I personally enjoyed their performance on that day. So let’s just get that out of the way. With that in mind, be prepared to read a Shakespearean soliloquy for Robbie Williams’ show. Before Sep 17, Robbie Williams wasn’t someone I actively listened to. Like, I knew some of his songs but they weren’t exactly on my Spotify playlist. After Sep 17, I will willingly buy Cat 1 VIP + Meet & Greet Experience tickets for a Robbie Williams concert. The man is simply a bona fide entertainer.

 

Williams’ show was equal parts concert, comedy show and TED talk – each component excelling wonderfully. His concert also saw the highest number of attendees – all of whom were running on a high after Carlos Sainz’s win, which helped with the cheery vibes. The English singer would intersperse fun facts about his life between songs and would even take the time to roast audience members and himself. Within the first hour, attendees got to know his thoughts on Take That frontman Gary Barlow, their first music video Do What U Like (which he called the “worst video ever”) and details of his split from the group.

 

A key highlight of this particular show was his interactions with Stewart – a concertgoer in the crowd who looked to be in his 50s – who clearly did not know most of Robbie Williams’ songs. Throughout his entire set, Williams would find the time to mess with Stewart such as making him sing along to Strong (which of course, Stewart struggled with).

 

Performance-wise, Robbie Williams was a powerhouse – his strong vocals shining through in songs such as Don't Look Back In Anger, Back For Good and Rock DJ. During his encore, Williams showed his vulnerable side as he thanked the crowd firstly, for giving him energy as he “was genuinely going to pass out” and secondly, for supporting him through his insecurities. The night ended with a sing-along session of his signature hit Angels.

 

Thus, my three-day mission came to a close in the best possible way. Here’s to next year’s F1 concerts.

 

https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/en...s-review-370581

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What an amazing review. :yahoo:

 

I love reading reviews from people who aren't fans to see what they make of an RW gig.

 

I don't know know how you couldn't fail to enjoy it -everyone would know at least a few of his songs and the gigs are always so joyful ^_^

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What an amazing review. :yahoo:

 

I love reading reviews from people who aren't fans to see what they make of an RW gig.

 

I don't know know how you couldn't fail to enjoy it -everyone would know at least a few of his songs and the gigs are always so joyful ^_^

 

I agree about the non-fans Laura, nice to get unbiased opinions

 

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Interview: Robbie Williams on the UAE, fans, football, and food

 

We caught up with the legendary British entertainer ahead of his Abu Dhabi gig this month…

 

Popular British popstar Robbie Williams is making a welcome return to Abu Dhabi this October. The Let Me Entertain You hitmaker will headline at Yas Island’s Etihad Arena as part of his 25 Years of Hits world tour on Wednesday, October 18.

 

There are still a handful of tickets left, priced from Dhs395 – and you can snap them up via livenation.me.

 

Known as one of the best live acts of his generation, Robbie Williams has been captivating audiences for the last two and a half decades. A born entertainer, we can’t wait to see this pop icon bring his energetic showmanship and songbook of countless sing-along hits – from Rock DJ to Angels – to the capital this October.

 

We caught up with the multi-award-winning, world-record-holding popstar ahead of his concert in the capital to talk plans in the UAE, fans, food, football, and more…

 

What’s On: It’s been 7 years since you performed in the capital, what can we expect from your upcoming concert?

 

Robbie Williams: With me, you know, I find it very important to entertain and I find it incredibly important to elicit a good emotion for the people that come to the shows. They pay good money and they deserve to have a transformative two hours that takes them out and away from their life. And they can expect that to happen. And if that doesn’t happen, you don’t have to come again.

 

WO: You were quoted in December for wanting to be an ambassador of entertainment for Dubai, what vision do you have for the emirate? Any big plans?

 

RW: Vegas is quite a crowded place for people like me. And I realised when I was in Vegas that Dubai doesn’t have the same kind of system, doesn’t have the same kind of ethos where entertainment is concerned. And I’ve always sought opportunity and I’ve always been an opportunist. And it would seem that the UAE and Dubai in particular is a land of opportunity. I’ve still got lots of fuel left in the tank. Still ambitious. Still competitive. And I like the win. I mean, win, not the Wynn. And it seems like we’re very compatible.

 

WO: What is it you love about the UAE?

 

RW: I’ll be honest with you. I’m not a very big goer, outer. I like being anywhere where there’s sunshine. And if I do go out, it’s to experience food. And the best food in the world, I have noticed, is in Dubai right now. So it will be a food-based journey out of my hotel room.

 

WO: You’ve performed in locations all over the world, where stands out and is there anywhere still on your bucket list?

 

RW: Every audience that I have is incredibly warm and loving towards me. And, you know, different places have, at different times, a habit of surprising me. Weirdly, Austria treats me like I’m Michael Jackson. And Australia has just taken me in as one of their own. And then I got to go to South America, and they know who I am, they know the words to my songs. So I wouldn’t say that there is one place in particular that stands out. I’m just constantly surprised when I go to different places.

 

WO: If you weren’t a singer, what would you be?

 

RW: Probably a YouTuber. I’d be trying to create an audience with whatever opportunity there is to create an audience. This is my thing, it’s like I’m not academic, I can’t really spell, I can’t really add up or subtract. But what I can do is beam something that people look at. Now, if I know that that’s the thing that gives me a win and people respond to it kindly, then I would love to be able to do that in any which way that I could. And if I hadn’t become a singer and I hadn’t been lucky enough to pass the audition for Take That, then I guess YouTube would have been my way in. I’m interested in people, I’d probably be doing your job but on YouTube.

 

WO: Now you’re spending more time in the Middle East and as a huge football fan, are you going to be supporting any particular Saudi team?

 

RW: I’d love to build my own team. I’d love a Dubai team. I think there’s a call for expats in all countries, to maybe have their own individual teams. I think there may be a call for a British team, obviously there’s a call for a German team, whoever. And I think there could be a league, I’ve got so many ideas.

 

WO: What is your death row meal?

 

RW: Rock shrimp tempura, ponzu sauce. Main: sweet and sour chicken with egg fried rice and fried jamboree. And then I probably wouldn’t get to a dessert because I’d probably feel sick but if there was a dessert something like tres leches with incredible pastry.

 

WO: Love it. Very continental.

 

RW: Yeah, we’re posh now.

 

https://www.msn.com/en-ae/lifestyle/other/i...ood/ar-AA1hJwi7

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There is a link below for a live stream tonight ( Abu Dhabi ) , not sure if it will work or not but worth a try :)

 

 

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NO REGRETS - ABU DHABI

 

 

 

 

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