Pop star Sam Smith takes us on a stylish trip down memory lane, revisiting their most iconic fashion moments, from classic tailoring to avant-garde experimentation. From the tailored suits of their early career to the bold latex looks of today, Smith’s red carpet style has evolved alongside their artistic journey, reflecting their ever-changing self-expression.
Lana Del Rey shared that her James Bond theme song was rejected by producers. We take a look at some of the other recording artists who shared a similar fate. Lana Del Rey recently shared that she wrote a song for a James Bond film, and she was rejected by the 007 producers. Join us as we take a trip back through the Bond timeline and pick out the 10 Bond themes that never were.
BBC bosses have asserted that Sam Smith’s upcoming Proms performance will be appropriate for the audience, despite previous controversies surrounding the singer’s suggestive live shows. Smith’s headline concert on August 2 has garnered complaints in the past for risqué outfits and provocative performances. However, BBC Radio 3 director Sam Jackson has assured that this performance will focus on the artist’s music and orchestral arrangements, emphasizing its suitability for the Proms festival.
The BBC Proms, a renowned classical music festival, returns for its 2024 season with a diverse lineup that includes indie-rock star Florence Welch and Grammy-winning singer Sam Smith. Running from July 19 to September 14, the festival will feature over 3,000 musicians in 90 concerts across London’s Royal Albert Hall and various venues throughout the UK. The highlight of the season is the debut performances by Welch and Smith. Welch will perform her Brit Award-winning album ‘Lungs’ with the BBC Concert Orchestra, while Smith will sing their Grammy-winning debut album ‘In The Lonely Hour’ with the BBC Concert Orchestra, marking the record’s 10th anniversary. The BBC Proms 2024 also features a strong emphasis on diversity, with nearly a third of the Proms featuring ethnically diverse soloists or conductors. Female conductors will also take the stage, representing a growing trend in the classical music industry.
