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Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
Carrie Underwood will headline the 54th edition of ABC's 'New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest,' marking her third performance at the event. Joining her are artists Megan Moroney, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Lenny Kravitz, and others. The celebration, hosted by Ryan Seacrest and co-hosted by Rita Ora, will air live on December 31st on ABC and stream on Hulu the next day.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
The Bafta film awards featured memorable moments including David Tennant bringing a dog, Da'Vine Joy Randolph's charming antics, and Michael J Fox's rare appearance. The event also saw recognition for impactful films like The Zone of Interest and 20 Days in Mariupol, while Samantha Morton dedicated her award to children in care. Despite the absence of British male nominees in certain categories, the ceremony celebrated outstanding talent and showcased the influence of film and representation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rolling Stone
Sophie Ellis-Bextor performed her 2001 hit "Murder on the Dancefloor" at the BAFTA Awards, wearing a black gown with a colorful overlay. The song gained renewed popularity after being featured in the movie "Saltburn," leading to a resurgence in its chart performance and a viral TikTok trend. Despite not winning any awards, "Saltburn" received multiple nominations at the BAFTAs, including Outstanding British Film, and its star, Barry Keoghan, was nominated for Leading Actor.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hollywood Reporter
English singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor rocked the BAFTA Film Awards ceremony with a performance of her 2001 hit "Murder on the Dancefloor," surrounded by dancers and greeted with applause. The star-studded event, hosted by David Tennant, featured presenters like David Beckham and Cate Blanchett, with promises of a musical number from Hannah Waddingham. The 77th BAFTA film honors are dominated by nominees like "Oppenheimer" and "Poor Things," with last year's big winner being Netflix's "All Quiet on the Western Front."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
The upcoming BAFTA Awards, produced by Penny Lane Entertainment, will feature David Tennant as host and a performance by Sophie Ellis-Bextor. The ceremony promises surprises and high energy, with confirmed attendees including Margot Robbie, Robert Downey Jr., Idris Elba, David Beckham, and Cate Blanchett. The producers aim to keep the show entertaining and inclusive, with a focus on storytelling and encouraging audiences to watch more films.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
British singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor will perform her 2001 hit "Murder on the Dancefloor" at the 2024 BAFTA Film Awards, following the song's resurgence in popularity due to its inclusion in the film Saltburn. The track has gained a new online following and viral status, prompting plans for a vinyl re-release. The BAFTA Film Awards will also feature leading nominations for films such as Oppenheimer, Poor Things, and Killers of the Flower Moon.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NME
Sophie Ellis-Bextor is releasing her hit song 'Murder on the Dancefloor' on 7” vinyl for the first time, following its resurgence after featuring in the film Saltburn. The track will also be available on a limited edition red CD single, and a seven-track EP has been released to streaming services. The pop-disco track, originally released in 2001, has found a new audience and re-entered the UK charts, reaching Number Two, and cracked the Billboard 100 in the US for the first time. Ellis-Bextor will also be embarking on a European headline tour in March and supporting Nile Rodgers and Chic on a UK and Ireland tour in June and July before joining The Human League on the road at the end of the year.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NME
Dave Grohl has revealed his long-time love for Sophie Ellis-Bextor's 'Murder on the Dancefloor', which has recently gained new popularity after being featured in the film Saltburn. The pop-disco track, originally released in 2001, has surged to Number Eight in the UK charts and made its debut in the Billboard 100 in the US. Ellis-Bextor expressed her surprise at the song's resurgence and shared her experience of watching the film with her family. She also discussed her upcoming tours in Europe and the UK, including supporting Nile Rodgers and Chic, as well as joining The Human League on the road later in the year.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Stereogum
Sophie Ellis-Bextor's 2001 hit "Murder On The Dancefloor" has made its first appearance on the Billboard Hot 100 at #98, thanks to its use in the film "Saltburn." The song's resurgence is attributed to its popularity on social media, particularly TikTok, and the film's ending dance sequence. Ellis-Bextor expressed her excitement at the song's newfound success, noting its enduring appeal and the joy of creating new memories with it. Despite initial success in the UK, the song is now experiencing a resurgence on both the UK and US charts.