LazyLady

I loved all his songs, and became a fan as soon as I saw him perform. Then I got into his character, his wit, his feelings, I like the way he sort of welcomes you into his life, as much as he wants us to know, though his lyrics. I think that is how he hooks you in.

thanks we work hard for you Scotty and for Robbie of course. Happy to see you back. Hope you had a good holiday.

I like him too. He is very off beat isn't he. I bet he is over the moon with Robbie bring nominated for an Ivor Novello Award for Tripping. Great going Robbie and Stephen.

Please Don't Die :cheer:

Well, I read they booed Robbie when his name was mentioned, then I read they cheered so not sure what to believe. All I know is that I won't want to be in the audience if they boo him.

Spread Your Wings Do me Know or I Feel it but I can't Explain

I wonder where he will do his next press conference. Any bets on Spearmint Rhino again.

I would have though Ebay would have stopped these tickets being sold on their site. Especially as it is for charity. The did for Live 8 Don't know what to do now. :cry: if Robbie does not play, I am not sure if I want to go.

what do you mean thinking Susie. I am going. LOL

yeah, funny how Dubai blocked his website isn't it? What a shock.

these figs are for the end of the financial year 2005/6. Robbie did receive 11 million in the last quarter of the financial year which I think was October. So The Times is not quite right with there figures for Robbie, they cannot rob him of 6 million LOL. This year Robbie's earnings will rise significantly for due to his tour and his IC album royalties for the financial year for 2006/7- He will also receive a bonus for selling over 5 million copies. Robbie will be well in excess of over, well over, £100 million in the next quarter set of figures. Plus he will get an income from his company he set up with EMI called 'The In Good Company' those figures will be another boost to his earnings for him and should show up in the 3rd quarter of the year's figures (I think) If my memory is not letting me down. Anyway not bad for a boy band member who was sued by Nigel Martin Smith, not allowed to perform for a whole year until Gary Barlow had got his singles and albums released and left with not much money at all. I hope he feels very proud of himself. :cheer:

Robbie is nominated for the International Hit of the Year for the Ivor Novello awards. Robbie was up for International Hit of the Year with Feel and that was massive, so I am very pleased that he is still getting this type of reconignition with Stephen Duffy even if he does not win it. At least the music industry still see how popular he is 10 years later. One in the eye I suspect to some of them. Ivor Novello Awards. Chris Martin`s band are up for three awards, with Fix You nominated for Best Song Musically and Lyrically, and Speed of Sound for International Hit of the Year and Most Performed Work. Former Army captain Blunt`s ballad You`re Beautiful is in the running for International Hit as well as Most Performed Work. The Arctic Monkeys` breakthrough single I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor has been nominated for Best Song Musically and Lyrically. The four-piece band from Sheffield are not fans of award ceremonies but their nomination is a sign of the remarkable success of the group who shot to fame thanks to a devoted internet following. The Monkeys will do battle with Scottish singer KT Tunstall`s Suddenly I See, as well as Coldplay`s Fix You in the Best Song Musically and Lyrically category. Leeds band the Kaiser Chiefs, who like the Monkeys, KT Tunstall, Blunt and Coldplay, were winners at this year`s Brit awards, are up for Best Contemporary Song with I Predict A Riot. They will compete for the title with Damon Albarn`s animated band Gorillaz, who are up for the award for their single DARE, and south London band Athlete, with Wires. Other nominees announced today are Robbie Williams` 2005 single Tripping, which is up for International Hit of the Year, and Natalie Imbruglia`s Shiver which is up for Most Performed Work. Williams, like David Bowie, Kate Bush, Eric Clapton, John Lennon, Annie Lennox, Paul McCartney and George Michael, is a former Ivor Novello winner.The Chronicles Of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe, and Pride And Prejudice are both nominated for Best Original Film Score. The Novello awards are the flagship event of the British Academy of Composers and Songwriters, the trade association for UK music writers. David Ferguson, head of the Academy, said: "At a time when music is getting disseminated across more and more platforms, at a time when more music is getting stolen than ever before, at a time when music is becoming increasingly ubiquitous in modern life, then it is critical to honour and reward the people who write and initiate the music we all enjoy. "Technology is transforming the creative arts in many ways but it`s a truism that we take for granted, music cannot exist without the endeavour and inspiration of songwriters." Other titles, such as Best-Selling UK Single, International Achievement, Album and Contribution to British Music, will also to be presented on the day of the 51st Ivor Novello Awards, at The Grosvenor House hotel in London`s Park Lane on May 25. The nominations: :: BEST SONG MUSICALLY AND LYRICALLY Fix You Writer/s: Guy Berryman/Jonathan Buckland/William Champion/Chris Martin Performed By: Coldplay I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor Writer/s: Alex Turner Performed By: Arctic Monkeys Suddenly I See Writer/s: KT Tunstall Performed By: KT Tunstall :: BEST CONTEMPORARY SONG DARE Writer/s: Damon Albarn/Brian Burton/Jamie Hewlett Performed By: Gorillaz I Predict A Riot Writer/s: Nick Baines/Nick Hodgson/Simon Rix/Andrew White/Ricky Wilson Performed By: Kaiser Chiefs Wires Writer/s: Joel Pott/Steven Roberts/Timothy Wanstall/Carey Willetts Performed By: Athlete :: BEST TV SOUNDTRACK A Waste Of Shame: The Mystery Of Shakespeare And His Sonnets Composer: Kevin Sargent Colditz Composer: Richard Harvey Elizabeth I Composer: Rob Lane :: BEST ORIGINAL FILM SCORE Chronicles Of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe Composer: Harry Gregson-Williams Evil Composer: Francis Shaw Pride And Prejudice Composer: Dario Marianelli :: PRS (PERFORMING RIGHT SOCIETY) MOST PERFORMED WORK Shiver Writer/s: Natalie Imbruglia/Sheppard Solomon/Francis White Performed By: Natalie Imbruglia Speed of Sound Writer/s: Guy Berryman/Jonathan Buckland/William Champion/Chris Martin Performed By: Coldplay You`re Beautiful Writer/s: James Blunt/Amanda Ghost/Sacha Skarbek Performed By: James Blunt :: INTERNATIONAL HIT OF THE YEAR Speed Of Sound Writer/s: Guy Berryman/Jonathan Buckland/William Champion/Chris Martin Performed By: Coldplay Tripping Writer/s: Stephen Duffy/Robbie Williams Performed By: Robbie Williams You`re Beautiful Writer/s: James Blunt/Amanda Ghost/Sacha Skarbek Performed By: James Blunt

Looks like he is coming your way Candy Girl. Just love the picture, cheeky Robbie, he is in Spearmint Rhino's and it was taken when he went to Oz in 2003. Wonder where he will do a press conference this time around? Robbie Williams Is A Sinner by Daniel Zugna April 24 2006 http://www.undercover.com.au/pics/robbiegirls1203.jpg Robbie Williams (photo by Ros O'Gorman) After much public debate concerning the prospect of his eternal damnation, notorious love-rat Robbie Williams has all but confirmed his position on St Peter's red list with the release of his new single, Sin Sin Sin. The single is the third to be taken from Williams' Intensive Care album. The video for Sin Sin Sin - shot in Cape Town, South Africa - is a typically sacrilegious Williams effort, featuring the bearded singer acting as a guru in a commune full of pregnant women. Williams' world tour is already underway, having kicked off in Durban on 10 April. It is expected that a number of outdoor Australian dates will be announced in around four weeks time.

nope afraid not Jupiter. I got it when I was in Australia, a friend of mine knew a DJ and he did the mix and gave us 2 Cd's Escapology 1 and Escapology 2. Honestly they are great. A complete, no pauses dance beat tracks to Robbie. I can copy it for you if you like.

don't worry about the driving suit - I am dressing him for Dublin LOL. :) Mark is taking a leaf out of Robbie's wardrobe. Like the piping around the jacket. Good one Mark. Looks like they had a great night.

I am lovin this more and more. If you want to go to a concert in Dubai, where your boxing gloves. the on going saga of the Letters page. Well done Hayley, love the way you put it across. by Hayley Ellis on April 23rd, 2006 at 4:17 pm Robbie proved what an amazing showman he is at Nad Al Sheba on Friday night. I enjoyed every minute of it, belting out every song along with the man himself, dancing until my feet hurt and screaming until I had no breath left. It’s just a shame that a few individuals had to ruin it for me. I was literally thrown out of the way by some short, overweight, drunk, balding sorry excuse of a man who when I asked him where his manners were started swearing and generally abusing me. Mate, you embarrassed yourself, your wife and everyone around you, you rude, little man. To the two middle aged, moaning women who were behind me. Hitting me in the back is not the polite and courteous way to ask someone to move. Yes I’m tall, and I’m so sorry you are short. I suggest next time, you either pay more money and get a seat or just don’t bother going to a concert you obviously had no real desire to go to. I hope your ears hurt from all the screams I intentionally sent your way. Next time bring your manners with you. Mr. Williams, you were wonderful. Come back soon. From A Real Robbie Fan

I am sorry to spoil the flow, but I have never heard of 'Make Me Smile' have I missed a Robbie song :cry: Listening today to Escapology club mix. It is great. Continuous Robbie songs put to club mixes. Fantastic! I don't know why they call it 'Escapology' because it has more than just the songs of Escapology on it. Fab :cheer: great :cheer: bouncy :cheer:

she was supposed to put on a show in Dubai a week after Robbie's. She knows who he is now.

Nah, JoLo is not my type of artist. I would put myself out for KD Lang though :) can you spot all the little faces sitting up in the lap of the gods. I can. http://www.thelilactime.com/photoalbum/albums/2006/crowd_001.jpg

one news report I read stated that is was 100% full. It also mentioned that Robbie was very pleased with the reception and very pleased with the amount of people coming to see him. I will see if I can find it. I think it was a mixture of fans, VIP's and people going out of interest. All I know is that I read a report that JoLo has delayed her concert for a month because she cannot sell her tickets. Strange place Dubai.

you can tell they are not used to concerts can't you. There would be empty seating in certain area's :cry: A picture of the crowd - or shall I say crowds. http://www.thelilactime.com/photoalbum/albums/2006/crowd_001.jpg Everything you wanted to know about the Robbie Williams show By Maey El Shoush, Staff Reporter If you were wondering why tickets for the Robbie Williams show were first "sold out" and then made available again, here's your answer. Organisers Midas Promotions said yesterday that typically Williams usually sets aside a number of concert tickets for various reasons. One, he reserves the best seats in the house to fly in friends. Two, for the Dubai concert some tickets were not released, pending final position of the mixing desk. Now, they have been made available after ensuring everyone has a good view of the stage. That means another 1,500 tickets can still be bought at the Box Office and Virgin Megastores. Control attempt Midas Promotions also said they did try to control the number of tickets sold per person, but couldn't. "It is our duty to sell as many tickets as possible. Fans would go to the box office and buy tickets they said were for friends, box office then made executive decisions," said Michael Hosking, managing director of Midas Promotions. 'Red hot' At a press meeting yesterday in the headquarters of sponsors The One, the promoters said more than 23,000 people are set to gather at Nad Al Sheba in Dubai on April 21 to hear the "red hot" Williams. "There is no hotter star out there who can capture the imagination of the Dubai public more," said Hosking. He said they were surprised by most of the tickets selling out immediately and promised the most "spectacular" Dubai concert ever. "This is an unprecedented step for Midas and the key issue is to ensure the event is a success for all who are involved," said Mel Tyler, operations director for Midas Promotions. What to expect Get to Nad Al Sheba early to avoid rush, organisers said. At the venue, read your wrist bands to know where you have to go and follow the signs. There will be at least 180 security personnel and police present during the concert, including CID members in plain clothes. "Although there will be a huge crowd, there will be space to manouevre and no danger of being crushed as we are taking up two horse racing tracks," Hosking said. Special turf Organisers said they have imported special turf from the United Kingdom to protect the race track. Parts of the stage have also been flown in from England, including the roof which is estimated to weigh about 15 tons. "Robbie is all about recreating something new, and he showed great interest in performing in Dubai and we all feel Nad Al Sheba is the perfect venue," Hosking said. Reluctant Michael Hosking, managing director of Midas Promotions, organisers of the Robbie Williams concert, said the pop star is actually a reluctant live performer and often gets nervous before he goes on stage. He is also critical of his own work. "The media speculation around Robbie is far greater than the reality. He's a great guy just 80 million pounds richer than most people! He is also very sensitive to local customs," he added. Warning Promoters yesterday said some people could try and sell fake Robbie Williams concert tickets. "Although in this market it is rare, we have been alerted of the possibility. People should be careful not to buy tickets from places they shouldn't," said Nigel Peters from Midas Promotions, not really giving anything away. Source: http://www.gulfnews.com/tabloid/Around_Emi...s/10033741.html

probably right Susie. The usual c**p that comes out of certain ex managers mouth. We know the press don't we? and the stuff they make up to sell a newspaper. GODFATHER Of Soul JAMES BROWN is to duet with ROBBIE WILLIAMS at the BECKHAMS’ World Cup party. England skipper DAVID and wife VICTORIA have got the Hardest Working Man In Showbusiness to be the star turn at their Full Length And Fabulous bash in May. And it will be the ultimate dance off with Robbie and JB  whose hits include Get Up (I Feel Like Being A) Sex Machine and Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag  on stage together at the pre-tournament knees-up. Brown, as his staff call him, has agreed to put on a show-stopping set for the England squad and a host of A-list guests. And I reckon the James Brown and Robbie collaboration will be a masterclass from the ultimate showmen in music. A source said: “It’s going to be a blast. James Brown’s representatives flew in to London this week for talks. As soon as they sat down with David and Victoria they were given the full sales pitch about how big a night it would be. “James Brown is the perfect showman to make an appearance. “Robbie has signed up and loved the idea of taking the stage with Brown. They will do a set of songs each then one together. They are yet to decide which track. “JB might be 72 but he still tours as hard as artists half his age. “And he’ll be more than a match for Robbie with his dance moves.†The bash, at Beckingham Palace, Herts, on May 21 will be something special. Posh and Becks are planning to have stilt walkers, magicians and artists cutting silhouettes to keep Beckham kids Brooklyn, Romeo and Cruz entertained. The millionaire guests will be bidding in an auction for some incredible lots to raise cash for Unicef. Top chef GORDON RAMSAY will be doing the cooking. James Brown is a close follower of British music. He loves Will Young so much he keeps in touch with him. And the legend’s material couldn’t be more appropriate for a room full of footballer’s wives  although he might have to tickle the song names slightly. How about Posh’s Got A Brand New Bag?

looks like they liked him. LOL. Fantastic Robbie. :cheer:

Latest picture just in with thanks to robbiewilliams-turkey. Who said "After an amazing evening I will share my picture with you. Thanks Tugba. http://usera.imagecave.com/robstwo/B/img00264rd-copy.jpg

Robbie's ruining our wedding day! THE UNHAPPY couple – Milton Keynes Today A CITY couple may have to scrap the dream wedding they have been planning for two years...because of pop star Robbie Williams! Ellen Hartill and Carl Atkins tried to put the finishing touches to their September 16 wedding at St Thomas' Church in Simpson by arranging hotel rooms for their 70 guests from far and wide. But the Simpson couple are now considering calling off the whole thing after claiming they have been quoted inflated hotel prices up to THREE times the standard rate – because hotel bosses believe Robbie will be performing at the National Bowl from September 14-19. Ellen, aged 28, said: "All my family are coming down from the Isle of Wight and Carl's family from Dover, but they can't afford the £159 per night we are being quoted. "We've got to start looking at hotels outside of Milton Keynes and hiring a coach but if it comes to it, I'm going to have to cancel. "My argument is that Robbie is probably not even going to be here, so for them to charge so much has got my back up." Robbie, a big hit at the Bowl in 2001, has been tipped to replace his cancelled gigs at the new Wembley Stadium with five shows at the Bowl. A Bowl spokesman said: "The hotels are trying it on, basically. "We are still talking to Robbie's management company but it looks more likely that he's going to Cardiff. "We're trying really hard to get him but it's all ground to a halt at the moment. We might know next week one way or the other."The Citizen contacted several hotels and was quoted increased prices at all due to a 'special event in the area that week'. A spokesman for a major hotel chain, who quoted us £150 for a room on September 16 instead of the standard £80, added: "For everyone to put their prices up so far in advance, the event must definitely be going ahead." Still 50/50 on where his concerts are going. Toss up and take your choice. I thought I had the scoop of the year LOL I never been a gambler myself. So I am still sitting on the fence on the M4. :cry: