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Jake Thackray was unique; he was a Yorkshire-born chansonnier who sang songs of outcasts, boozers, lonely widows, retired brigadiers and spurned country girls. His beautiful and often hilarious songs have not only been admired by Jarvis Cocker and Morrissey but also by Alex Turner, of Arctic Monkeys fame; Thea Gilmore, Cerys Matthews and Jasper Carrott. Born into a Catholic household in Leeds in 1938, Thackray attended a boarding school in North Wales and was awarded an English degree from Durham University. He then spent three years teaching in France and Algeria. There he discovered the work of Georges Brassens, a celebrated French chansonnier. This tradition dates back to the medieval jongleurs, producing songs that were sometimes bawdy, other times tender or nostalgic, and always irreverent. On his return to England, Thackray taught in Leeds, where he became a fine guitarist, using his skills to calm unruly pupils.

A poll has revealed that one in ten Gen-Zers believe Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker is a breed of dog, with others believing he was leader of the Green Party. The research also found 15 per cent of young adults thought feuding Oasis brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher were TV presenters, and 11 per cent thought they were TV chefs. Eight per cent of Common People, aged 18 to 28, said the Disco 2000 singer was a type of dog, likely confusing him with the spaniel breed, in a shocking demonstration of how young Brits have lost touch with britpop's heyday.

With her tumbling auburn hair, green eyes, alabaster skin and seductive Irish brogue, Edna O'Brien was as glamorous as any of the women whose lives filled the pages of her best-selling novels. But there was one critical difference: a delicious aura of scandal and intrigue clung to the writer, who has died at the age of 93. Right up until old age she remained a spell-binding femme fatale about whom men, captivated by her beauty, were inclined to tell tall tales. For women, she was celebrated not just for the vividness of her prose but also for challenging conventions about their role - and particularly about sex.

Presenter Ros Atkins hit the decks for a one-and-a-half hour set on the Stonebridge Stage on Saturday afternoon - following the likes of Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker and Irish DJ Annie Mac. With 500 fans raving to his first ever DJ set at Glastonbury , the analysis editor - who is best known for his rather serious 'explainer videos' - decided to drop a remix of the BBC News theme tune. Fans were delighted by the track and it has been played on BBC Radio 1 by Greg James. In a behind-the-scenes video, Atkins revealed he worked with David Lowe - the original BBC news theme composer - as well as DJ and producer Crissy Criss.

Weekend Magazine has put together a list of 50 of the best podcasts you need to listen to over summer. Some include historical podcasts such as The Last Soviet and The Prince, and crime podcasts like Vishal, The Missing Cryptoqueen and Serial.

Legendary music producer Steve Albini, best known for his alt-rock sound and work with bands such as Nirvana and Pixies, away aged 61 after suffering a heart attack. He led a storied decades-long career in the studio, while also performing as a frontman for Big Black and Shellac, the latter he was reportedly releasing an album with next week as they prepared for an upcoming tour. The producer was credited for his role in the rise of alternative rock music in the 80s and 90s, also including work with Jarvis Cocker and PJ Harvey.

Volunteers stepped in to save a cottage in Oxton, Merseyside, after being inspired by ancient Greece and ancient Egypt. Following Historic England's advice, Mr Gittins' work has become the first example of Outsider Art, a term used for jobs without conventional education, to be awarded Grade II by the Department of Culture, Media and Sport. Fireplaces in the shape of a lion and a minotaur were displayed in the kitchen, and Egyptian, Greek, and marine murals were painted from floor to ceiling. Mr Gittins only accepted a handful of people inside, but when niece Jan Williams visited the house after his death in 2019, she dedicated herself to saving the house, referred to as Ron's Place.

As he was seen leaving the Connaught Hotel in Mayfair on Wednesday, the musician displayed his eccentric sense of style. Since being joined by a female friend, the Pulp frontman, 60, kept it smart by opting for a pinstriped black suit for the lunch. When trying to keep a low profile, the musician paired the all black ensemble with a sandy-colored striped scarf and navy baseball cap.

Thousands of accidental mishaps have been witnessed at the BRIT Awards over the years. Every year, there has been a surprise occasion worth mentioning, from show-stopping music performances to amazing outfits and unplanned gaffes. As the 2024 ceremony prepares to grace screens on Saturday night for another

MailOnline has learned that Pulp bassist Steve Mackey, who died a year ago, left a fortune of £2 million to his wife and son Marley. The musician died on March 2nd, 2023, aged 56, after 12 weeks in hospital 'fighting with all his energy' as he suffered from an undisclosed illness. He appeared on their biggest hit Common People during Pulp's most popular years.

She is one of the most interesting actresses on film. However, she is best known for her subtle appearances in smaller films, as she hasn't attempted to rom-coms and Marvel movies throughout her entire career. She has worked with some of the best known names, including Sharon Stone, Reese Witherspoon, Kate Beckinsale, and Christian Bale. This actress is also known for her edgy fashion style, has worked with cutting-edge designers, and even designed her own clothes. This cover girl brought British singer Jarvis Cocker and Jason Segel from How I Met Your Mother fame to date. Now that she and her child and husband are often seen in New York City. Her brother is an actor and well-known DJ. Who is she?

Melanie, the singer best known for her smashing hits Lay Down (Candles In The Rain), Brand New Key, and the Rolling Stones' cover Ruby Tuesday, has died. Leilah, Jeordie, and Beau-Jarred, the songwriter's children, announced that she died on January 23 at the age of 76. 'Dear ones,' they began, using a greeting that their mother often used when writing to readers, 'This is the hardest post for us to write because... mom passed peacefully, out of this world and into the next on January 23rd, 2024.'

EXCLUSIVE: The Succession star (bottom right and left) was one of many famous faces to join The House of St Barnabas in London's trendy Soho district in 2013 - a charitable private venue run by people who have lived in poverty. Cox, 77, followed fellow Scot and later-day Doctor Who Peter Capaldi (bottom right, right), and Pulp musician Jarvis Cocker in supporting the project from the beginning as founding members. However, both the club and the charity behind it have been in administration this week after dealing with too many 'rainy days' in the form of the coronavirus pandemic, the cost of living crisis, transportation strikes, and a ceiling collapse last year.

Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker, 59, dedicated the group's hit Do You Remember The First Time? To all the fans who attended the band's appearance 25 years ago. 'Just looking around,' reveller Peter Fraser, 51, said, 'There were some people there who weren't even born in 1998.' 'Who was here last time?' He wrote, ''Who was here last time?' And we all raised our hands. People were curious about us and wondering what it must have been like for us to have been there back then.' Both Peter and his wife Becky rushed to buy tickets for the event before recreating a snapshot of them performing the first time a quarter of a century ago.

According to The Guardian, the mystery addition to the pyramid lineup goes by the name ChurnUps but there is no internet footprint that has sparked the rumors. Glastonbury have positioned them in a crowded timeslot between class groups, Royal Blood and Texas, whatever they are. Fans are quick to guess that the real act is Pulp because they are nowhere to be seen on the lineup.

The celebrity mourners, along with her husband Peter Crouch, gave the late Steve Mackey a moving farewell on Friday at his funeral. The model, 37, was dressed in a black coat, while the former footballer, 42, looked sharp in a coordinating suit as they both wore a pair of sunglasses. Hundreds of people descended on Highgate Cemetery in North London, including Jarvis Cocker, Noel Gallagher, Daisy Lowe, and Adowa Aboah.

When she joined Jarvis Cocker at his photographer girlfriend Kim Sion's birthday bash in London on Thursday, Gwendoline Christine turned into a trendy figure. For the swanky celebrations at Tramp Private Members' Club on Wednesday, the 44-year-old actress looked stunning in a double-breasted cream suit. Her chic ensemble was crafted to perfection and hugged every inch of her svelte body.

Jarvis Cocker, a Pulp frontman, has been seen out for the first time since his bandmate Steve Mackey's death in January. Steve, the band's bassist, died on January 2 at the age of 56 after 12 weeks in hospital 'fighting with all his energy.' Jarvis, 59, was seen for the first time since the tragic death on Wednesday while shopping with his partner Kim Sion in West London.

Steve Mackey, a Pulp bassist, died in hospital after spending the past three months 'fighting with all his energy and determination'. The musician died on Thursday morning, the band announced as his heartbroken wife Katie Grand revealed that he was secretly struggling with his illness. Fans are shocked that this news has arrived five months after Steve revealed that he would not be participating in the band's reunion.

As the Britpopers return to tour this year, the identity of the woman who inspired Pulp's biggest hit Common People remains a mystery. But the lingering question has long left fans and followers curious, with two women positioned as potential wannabe commoners to this day. Athens Voice, the Greek newspaper, appeared to have solved the mystery in 2015, revealing that Danae Stratou (left), the wife of then Greek Finance Minister Yanis Varoufakis, may have been written about. Katerina Kana (right), a former Saint Martin's student, recalls her first encounter with Jarvis Cocker (inset, from music video), three years ago (inset).

The family of a 'lonely' artist were 'completely stunned' to discover that he had turned his rented flat into a mystery world of myth and legend after his death. Ron Gittins (pictured), who lived in Birkenhead on the Wirral Peninsula, died in September 2019 in his rented house until his death in September. Despite having a positive relationship with his family, who referred him as 'flamboyant' and 'eccentric,' Ron never welcomed them into his house, and his sister's only found his colorful creations after emptying the apartment of his possessions. Each room was based on a particular period of ancient history that piqued him, such as Ancient Greece, Egypt, and Rome.

On Tuesday, Jarvis Cocker reunited with his longtime Pulp bandmate and fellow Sheffield born musician Richard Hawley onstage at The Leadmill, a legendary gig venue. On Tuesday night, Jarvis, 58, and Richard, 55, both attended the Sheffield stage for the first time, five months after the venue was served with an eviction notice. Richard has been hosting a sold-out, four-date residency for the property, and Jarvis joined him on the second night in order to show his love.

It's been a long hunt for the ever-elusive "bop" as a result of the hunt. Playlists and streaming-service recommendations can only do so much. They often leave a lingering question: Are these songs really good, or are they just new? The MTV News team's hand-picked collection of songs is available at Bop Shop. This weekly collection does not discriminate by genre and can include anything; it's a glimpse at what's on our minds and what sounds good. With the latest music, we'll keep it fresh, but we'll probably get a few oldies (but goodies) every once in a while. Get ready: The Bop Shop is now open for business.