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Rick Astley
Born 1966-02-06 · St. Helens, Merseyside, England, UK
Richard Paul Astley (born 6 February 1966) is an English singer, songwriter, radio DJ and podcaster. He gained fame through his association with the production trio Stock Aitken Waterman, releasing the 1987 album Whenever You Need Somebody, which sold 15 million copies worldwide and was certified Platinum by both the BPI and the RIAA. His debut single "Never Gonna Give You Up" was a No. 1 hit in more than 25 countries, winning the 1988 Brit Award for Best British Single. The song also stayed at the top of the UK chart for five weeks in 1987 and was the best-selling single of that year. His 1988 single "Together Forever" also topped the US Billboard Hot 100 and was one of his eight songs to reach the UK Singles Chart Top 10. In 1988, Astley followed up his debut album with Hold Me in Your Arms which achieved Platinum and Gold certifications internationally. The lead single "She Wants to Dance with Me" became a worldwide Top 10 hit. In 1991, he left Stock Aitken Waterman and moved his musical direction towards soul, which he explored on his other albums. His 1991 single "Cry for Help" was his last single to reach the Top 10 in either the US or UK. In 1993, he retired from music to focus on spending time with his partner and daughter. He returned to the music industry in 2000 and released 50 to celebrate his 50th birthday in 2016, with the album debuting in the UK at No. 1. His most recent studio album Are We There Yet? was released in 2023. Astley has sold approximately 40 million records worldwide and was nominated in 1989 for a Grammy Award for Best New Artist but lost to Tracy Chapman. During the period between his debut release and his fifth single, Astley outsold every other artist in the world. In the United Kingdom, Astley was also in the Top 40 every week for the first six months of his career. He became an internet phenomenon in 2007 following the emergence of the Rickrolling meme, which utilizes the music video for "Never Gonna Give You Up", and his career was revitalised by the meme's popularity. A year after the Rickrolling meme began, he was voted "Best Act Ever" at the MTV Europe Music Awards 2008. On 28 July 2021, "Never Gonna Give You Up" became the fourth 1980s song to reach one billion views on YouTube. Richard Paul Astley was born on 6 February 1966 in Newton-le-Willows, Lancashire, the fourth child of Horace and Cynthia Astley. His parents divorced when he was 5 and Astley was brought up by his father who was "really, really pissed off a lot of the time... but he was great as well, he was really loving". Rick remained in very close contact with his mother, who lived a few streets away. Describing his childhood, Astley stated "There was definitely an element of 'There's something very wrong in this family.' I can't even say I've got these exact memories of it, I just know it was a bit odd." ... Source: Article "Rick Astley" from Wikipedia in English, licensed under CC-BY-SA.
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4.0In the tradition of the acclaimed series of British concerts known as The Secret Policemen's Ball, Amnesty International celebrates its 50th Anniversary live at Radio City Music Hall.
Amnesty International's Big 30
1991
NRIn 2020 the BRIT Awards celebrated a massive 40th ever show. In this documentary Jack Whitehall delves into the archives to narrate an entertaining look back at over four decades of highlights from Britain’s biggest music show.
The BRITs at 40
2020
NRTV special with Ron Reagan as the owner of the Redeye Express, a nightclub featuring comedy acts, music and celebrities portrayed by the Krofft puppets.
Sid & Marty Krofft's Redeye Express
1988
NRNo synopsis available yet.
The Prince's Trust Rock Gala
1990
7.0Mike Stock, Matt Aitken and Pete Waterman were the producers who came, SAW and conquered the UK charts in the 1980s, spinning the music scene right round like a record with their instantly recognisable brand of disco floor-filling pop hits. The trio divided the nation between those who loved their Hi-NRG sound and the singers they transformed into tabloid sensations, and a music press that loathed them for turning record producing into a production line. Today, many of SAW’s most memorable hits are considered classics of their time, and the very best of them are celebrated in this new selection, featuring such artists as Rick Astley, Dead or Alive, Donna Summer, Bananarama, Mel & Kim and, of course, Kylie and Jason
Stock Aitken Waterman: Legends of Pop
2023
Documentary looking at the career to date of Peter Kay, from Bolton schoolboy to award-winning, record-breaking comic, actor, writer and director.
Peter Kay: 20 Years of Funny
2015
6.0No synopsis available yet.
МУЗ КЛИПЫ 80х
2020
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Rick Astley - Berlin Live
2016
NRGary Barlow hosts musical fun from the Natural History Museum in London and performs some of his biggest hits, songs from his new album, and some exciting covers.
Gary Barlow's Night At The Museum
2020
7.0Recorded live Royal Albert Hall, London, 5th-6th June 1988. Mixed at Moutain Studios, Montreux, Swizerland. Comes in the "TDK Collection". Total playing time : 1h 19mn approx.
Prince's Trust Rock Gala - Volume 3
1988
NRCelebrated pop legend and star of 2023 Rick Astley is joined by some very special guests for a spectacular show at the iconic Camden Roundhouse on December 12, 2023. Singing and playing his global hits and some surprise numbers, Rick brings down the house and rings in the brand new year.
Rick Astley Rocks New Year's Eve
2023
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Rick Astley Festival de Viña del Mar
2016
Full set from Rick Astley's performance at Kendal Calling
Rick Astley - Live at Kendal Calling 2023
2024
6.0No synopsis available yet.
МУЗ КЛИПЫ 80х
2021
No synopsis available yet.
Never Gonna Give You Up
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NRStill buzzing from Rick Astonbury - a joyful singalong set
Rick Astley: Radio 2 in the Park
2023
NRFollowing up their sold out shows at the London Stadium (twice) and Manchester’s Etihad, the world’s biggest rock band, Foo Fighters, will make their triumphant return to headline Reading and Leeds in 2019. With nearly 30 million records sold, and fresh from packing out the world’s biggest venues – Dave Grohl, Taylor Hawkins, Nate Mendel, Chris Shiflett, Pat Smear and Rami Jaffee will bring their three-hour-plus rock marathon master class back to headlining Reading/Leeds, a tradition they began in 2002. Expect every one of the tens of thousands voices in attendance to be raised with every deafening chorus as Foo Fighters run through dozens of classics spanning their massive catalogue, from their 1995 debut through 2017’s ‘Concrete and Gold’ which went to Number 1 in more than a dozen countries including the UK and US.
Foo Fighters - Reading Festival
2019
NRKylie Minogue delivers an electrifying performance at the BB Radio 2 Live Festival in Hyde Park, London.
Kylie Minogue: BBC Radio 2 Live in Hyde Park
2018
NRA collection of his music videos from the late 1980s and early 1990s, showcasing his hits and his signature voice.
Rick Astley: Artist Collection
2007
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Rick Astley BBC Radio 2 Live In Hyde Park
2018