On Saturday, a day before the hotly anticipated televised event, the boyband posted a telling message on their official Twitter page. '"Together again... Gee, it's good to be together again" #SNL40,' the tweet read, referencing lyrics from The Muppets.
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- Love is in the air! Amy Adams matches daughter Aviana in red for Valentine's Day party alongside fiancé Darren Le Gallo Got into the spirit
- 'Gee, it's good to be together again!' NSync hint that they'll be reuniting for SNL 40th anniversary episode Boyband posted a telling Twitter message
- 'He's the best husband': Naya Rivera shares photo from wedding to Ryan Dorsey... and shows off her stunning lace gown They married in July
- Doesn't it look great? Grinning Lady Gaga shows off new bob again as she steps out in fur coat and velvet dress on Valentine's Day
- Mamma Mia! Amanda Seyfried shows off spectacular dancer's figure in nude leotard as she performs ballet moves during beach fashion shoot
- Mickey Rourke, 62, shows off his freshly coiffed silver locks as he leaves salon carrying Louis Vuitton man purse
- Let it rip! Tori Spelling goes casual for lunch with a pal in torn jeans and semi-sheer blouse Looked cheerfu on a rare outing unaccompanied by any of her children
- Kim Kardashian shares photo of North's Valentine's Day boots... and reveals 'one of the many reasons' she loves Kanye West as he surprises shoe fans
- Christina Aguilera and Matt Rutler celebrate one year engagement on low-key date with baby... after revealing they're in no rush to marry Refreshing couple
- She's still got it! Madonna, 56, shows the youngsters how it's done as experts isolate her impressive Grammy vocals Still at top of her game
- Mila J gives fans an eyeful in VERY skimpy hot pants while performing live at Power 106 Valentine's Crush concert Ne-Yo performed too
- Makeup-free Janice Dickinson puts her surgical enhancements on display as Botched star Dr. Terry Dubrow blasts her as the 'most difficult' patient ever
UNITED STATES SHOWBIZ
- 'Thank you for being born and for being the most precious creature in my universe' Zoe Saldana and love-struck stars celebrate Valentine's Day
- He's her Valentine! Jenny McCarthy cosies up to husband Donnie Wahlberg before a night of partying in Sin City Could barely tear her hands away
- Undercover romance! Jennifer Lopez wears 'love is everything' red tracksuit as she jets in with Casper Smart... but leaves airport separately
- Scarlet woman! Heidi Klum flies to see art dealer boyfriend Vito Schnabel on Valentine's Day in a red hot ensemble Gifts don't come better
- Too fast, too flat! Michelle Rodriguez shows off her rock hard abs as she sprints down a NYC street to hail a cab after a big night out Never skips a workout
- Spot the bump! Pregnant Coco Rocha sets the maternity style standard at the Noon By Noor New York Fashion Week show A sight to behold
- Girls just want to... sit front row! Zosia Mamet and Dylan Penn showcase their legs at Jill Stuart's New York Fashion Week show Fashion fans
- Model behavior! Gigi Hadid fixes beau Cody Simpson's hair as she flaunts cleavage in plunging pantsuit So in love!
- She really does love her fans! Ariana Grande puckers up as she cuddles and poses with admirers in New York City Cuddles and kisses
- All that glitters! Lisa Vanderpump sparkles in silver and pearls as she promotes her new jewelry range for Evine Live Elegant lady
- Norman Reedus suits up and uses his Walking Dead crossbow skills against Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon Zombie killing skills
- Back on the road! Chris Brown kicks off Between The Sheets Tour in Florida after finishing community service requirements
GOSSIP - DIRECT FROM LA
- Unretouched image of lingerie-clad Cindy Crawford, 48, goes viral on Twitter Photoshop-free picture
- Victoria Justice displays her lean limbs in flowing patterned frock at the Rebecca Minkoff NYFW show Marilyn moment
- Kelly Rutherford covers up in a navy blue knit sweater and black leather trousers as she attends Monique Lhuillier NYFW event
- The golden girl! Hailey Baldwin rocks chic belted Marc Jacobs dress to Fendi Madison Avenue boutique opening in New York City
- He's on a mission! Chris Martin pledges next 15 years to help Global Citizen eradicate poverty Organizing festivals
- She got game! Kevin Hart gets embarrassed by 13-year-old baseball player Mo'ne Davis as she spins past him in NBA Celebrity All-Star Game
- Fashion Police are on the case! Giuliana Rancic cuts a thin figure as she hits up NYFW Fashion Police host
- 'Just got washed': Justin Bieber crushes rapper Action Bronson in charity ping pong match He's a pro
- Bella Thorne looks chic in casual pink pajamas and leather jacket as she jets out of LA... with her unleashed pooch Staying comfy
- 'Just like her momma!' Jessica Simpson shares cute snap of her mini-me daughter Maxi wearing Daddy's T-shirt Instagram picture
- What a scene stealer! Kristin Cavallari cranks up the heat in very low-cut black frock at August Getty show during NYFW Reality star
- The modelizer prefers blondes! Sports Illustrated Swimsuit models discuss Leonardo DiCaprio's taste in women Lothario
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- Happy bare-thday! Georgia May Foote celebrates turning 24 in a low-cut backless white mini-dress on night out in Manchester Looking good
- Smells like mean spirit! Katie Price slams Katie Hopkins for her 'foul smelling breath' and not showering after work outs in CBB Choice words
- She's got A LOT of front! CBB's Cami Li puts her very ample assets on display in plunging black dress as she reunites with Kavana for night out in London
- Awkward! Kym Marsh and Dan Hooper step out for romantic Valentine's Day meal... at the SAME restaurant as ex Oliver Mellor and new fiancée Rhian Sugden
- 'She's over the moon': Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockery 'engaged' to financial PR John Dineen following a year-long romance Set to walk the aisle
- Hat's a different look! Jude Law sports traditional head gear as he enjoys annual carnival celebrations in Bolivia Got right in the mix of it
- Roses are red...and pink! Lucy Mecklenburgh looks chic in floral dress and pink coat as she celebrates Valentine's Day with Louis Smith
- From lbs to LBDs! Gemma Collins shows off 2st weight loss in black lace dress ahead of the return of The Only Way Is Essex Slimmer frame
- Her heart's on her sleeve! Katie Price spends Valentine's evening with husband Keiran Hayler wearing themed pink outfit Night out
- Say it with flowers! Amy Childs is gifted enormous Valentine's Day bouquet as she steps out in busty red ensemble Feeling special
- Hello Boys! Kelly Brook displays the results of her new fitness regimen in breezy floral print minidress as she steps out alone Valentine's Day
WORLD TO BROWSE AT A GLANCE!
- Body confident Holly Hagan shows off her taut tummy and slim legs in crop top and skinny jeans after shocking weight loss
- Hailey Baldwin and rumoured boyfriend Justin Bieber attempt to go incognito as they sneak out of club together at 5am
- 'I'm so excited': Lucy Mecklenburgh unveils romantic shot with Louis Smith as they celebrate their first Valentine's Day together
- What's for dessert? Nicole Appleton and boyfriend Nicholas Gray share a passionate kiss during romantic pre-Valentine's lunch
- Well hello fräulein! Sienna Miller looks sultry in black thigh-high stockings and suspenders as Sally Bowles ahead of her Cabaret debut
- 'Daddy and his little Valentine': TOWIE's Billie Faiers shares cute snap of daughter Nelly and fiancé Greg Shepherd... as stars spread the love on social media
- Valentine's vixen: TOWIE's Jasmin Walia strips down for seductive shoot as she shares sexy snap on Twitter
- Rihanna and Leonardo DiCaprio continue to fuel dating rumours as they party at New York night club until 4am
- Danielle Lloyd celebrates her single status with an anti-Valentine's Day jumper and a cheeky shopping spree at a lingerie shop
- Let's hope he sticks around this time! Charlotte Crosby gets 'M' tattoo in honour of on-off beau Mitch Jenkins as they spend Valentine's Day apart
- EXCLUSIVE 'Reese Witherspoon is my inspiration': Mena Suvari says she'd like to go behind the camera after seeing the work of Oscar winning actress
NEWS AND GOSSIP AROUND THE
- Knot on your life! Fashion forward Karen Gillan models a questionable high ponytail as she jets out of Los Angeles Not her greatest look
- The Voice-less! Sheridan Smith's brother Damian suffers with terrible throat issues as he fails to secure a place on any team
- 'The best singer we've heard': Will.i.am beats other judges to get Sheena McHugh who was lucky to be alive after car accident that left her without a voice
- 'Love you x infinity': Stephanie Pratt enjoys surprise Valentine's Day lunch with her Made In Chelsea boyfriend Josh Shepherd Stronger than ever
- Since U Been Bronze! Kelly Clarkson looks thrilled to be back in the UK at the Radio 1 studio in bizarre metallic and blue lace outfit In the UK
- Wonderful in white! Audrey Tautou dazzles in stunning halterneck gown as she leads the glamour at the Berlin Film Festival closing ceremony
- Ferne McCann bares her abs in daring crop top as she prepares to shoot new TOWIE scenes with Charlie Sims Hand in hand
- TOWIE's Danielle Armstrong showcases her toned legs in thigh-split dress as she films new scenes with boyfriend James Lock Showed off a little leg
- Jessica Wright shows off her ample assets in plunging jumpsuit as she arrives for TOWIE filming... while cousin Leah forgets to take out her rollers
- Simply chic! Margot Robbie looks stylish in red checked skirt as she attends photo call in Italy with Focus co-star Will Smith Chic as always
- Well hello fräulein! Sienna Miller looks sultry in black thigh-high stockings and suspenders as Sally Bowles ahead of her Cabaret debut
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- 'She's over the moon': Downton Abbey star Michelle Dockery 'engaged' to financial PR John Dineen following a year-long romance
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- Kim Kardashian shares photo of North's Valentine's Day boots... and reveals 'one of the many reasons' she loves Kanye West as he surprises fans with his new sneakers
- Scarlett Johansson showcases post-baby body on incognito hike in LA with husband Romain Dauriac
- 'She just wanted people to stop being mean to her daddy': Kanye West explains North's front row tantrum...and it's all about himself
- Steven Tyler shares sweet photo with Liv in hospital bed after she gives birth to a baby boy
- Who WERE you afraid of Benedict... Moriarty? Master of deception Cumberbatch goes to amazing lengths - and even borrows Sherlock's tricks - to keep wedding secret (but the evil Professor STILL got past him!)Â
- 'I didn't want to get hit with a belt': Dakota Johnson reveals she used a derriére double for S&M; punishment scene in Fifty Shades
- Young love! A baby-faced Hugh Jackman cuddles up to Deborra-Lee Furness in heartmelting Valentine's Day flashback post
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LATEST ALBUM RELEASES
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FRYARS
Power (Fiction)
FROM the same London circles as Bombay Bicycle Club, Benjamin Garrett — aka Fryars — wrote two tracks for Lily Allen’s Sheezus album, but is more at home as a solo artist. This second album arrives five years after his debut and sees his talent maturing. His crooned vocals, augmented by skewed electronics and stunning harmonies, can sound mannered, but tracks such as On Your Own pack a hefty emotional punch.
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Power (Fiction)
FROM the same London circles as Bombay Bicycle Club, Benjamin Garrett — aka Fryars — wrote two tracks for Lily Allen’s Sheezus album, but is more at home as a solo artist. This second album arrives five years after his debut and sees his talent maturing. His crooned vocals, augmented by skewed electronics and stunning harmonies, can sound mannered, but tracks such as On Your Own pack a hefty emotional punch.
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ANNA PHOEBE
Between The Shadow And The Soul (The Orchard)
A BAREFOOT violin virtuoso with her heart in the prog-rock era, Phoebe toured with Roxy Music and Jon Lord, and she leads some superb ensemble playing on this mainly instrumental affair. She combines European folk and classical influences with verve. Ian Anderson adds trademark flute on A MomentÂ’s Deception.
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Between The Shadow And The Soul (The Orchard)
A BAREFOOT violin virtuoso with her heart in the prog-rock era, Phoebe toured with Roxy Music and Jon Lord, and she leads some superb ensemble playing on this mainly instrumental affair. She combines European folk and classical influences with verve. Ian Anderson adds trademark flute on A MomentÂ’s Deception.
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SCOTT MATTHEWS
Home Part 1 (San Remo)
THIS singer-songwriter has slipped under the radar since scooping an Ivor Novello award eight years ago. But his fifth album is a gem. Made in his West Midlands home studio, its observant songs are sung with a sweetness that recalls Elliott Smith.
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Home Part 1 (San Remo)
THIS singer-songwriter has slipped under the radar since scooping an Ivor Novello award eight years ago. But his fifth album is a gem. Made in his West Midlands home studio, its observant songs are sung with a sweetness that recalls Elliott Smith.
****
On Christmas Night
(Coro SIGCD386)
THIS Armonico Consort CD is beautiful. A mixed choir of just ten voices is atmospherically recorded in St MarkÂ’s Church, Leamington Spa, with director Christopher Monks risking some very slow tempi. The singing on such favourites as Away In A Manger, In Dulci Jubilo and Silent Night is exquisite.
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(Coro SIGCD386)
THIS Armonico Consort CD is beautiful. A mixed choir of just ten voices is atmospherically recorded in St MarkÂ’s Church, Leamington Spa, with director Christopher Monks risking some very slow tempi. The singing on such favourites as Away In A Manger, In Dulci Jubilo and Silent Night is exquisite.
****
Christmas Music
(Nimbus NI7096)
STEPHEN DARLINGTON has chosen William MathiasÂ’s Ave Rex and PoulencÂ’s Salve Regina to go with five great composers. Tudor England provides Byrd, Taverner and Sheppard, Palestrina represents Italy and Joao Rodrigues Esteves is from Portugal. Superb meld of ancient and modern.
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(Nimbus NI7096)
STEPHEN DARLINGTON has chosen William MathiasÂ’s Ave Rex and PoulencÂ’s Salve Regina to go with five great composers. Tudor England provides Byrd, Taverner and Sheppard, Palestrina represents Italy and Joao Rodrigues Esteves is from Portugal. Superb meld of ancient and modern.
****
ELLA HENDERSON
Chapter One (Syco Music)
This Grimsby teenager came sixth on The X Factor two years ago, despite being hailed as the best singer. One senses her elimination suited Simon Cowell, who has teamed her with a posse of co-writers. Her voice is supple — Hard Work is a highlight — but this debut has a surfeit of power ballads.
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Chapter One (Syco Music)
This Grimsby teenager came sixth on The X Factor two years ago, despite being hailed as the best singer. One senses her elimination suited Simon Cowell, who has teamed her with a posse of co-writers. Her voice is supple — Hard Work is a highlight — but this debut has a surfeit of power ballads.
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JESSIE WARE
Tough Love (PMR)
Ware's first album, Devotion, was a strong debut. The South Londoner’s second effort is more exuberant, but her signature sound — subtle grooves and understated vocals — is intact. She echoes the sheen of Sade on Sweetest Song, while Say You Love Me, written with Ed Sheeran, might give her a hit.
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Tough Love (PMR)
Ware's first album, Devotion, was a strong debut. The South Londoner’s second effort is more exuberant, but her signature sound — subtle grooves and understated vocals — is intact. She echoes the sheen of Sade on Sweetest Song, while Say You Love Me, written with Ed Sheeran, might give her a hit.
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HOZIER
Hozier (Island)
Andrew Hozier-Byrne — aka Hozier — fronted a blues band in his teens, and that sound is a key influence on a debut that topped the charts in his native Ireland. Hozier’s voice is gritty and his guitar work stripped-down and dirty. Take Me To Church packs a punch, while Jackie And Wilson nods to the Celtic soul of Van Morrison.
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Hozier (Island)
Andrew Hozier-Byrne — aka Hozier — fronted a blues band in his teens, and that sound is a key influence on a debut that topped the charts in his native Ireland. Hozier’s voice is gritty and his guitar work stripped-down and dirty. Take Me To Church packs a punch, while Jackie And Wilson nods to the Celtic soul of Van Morrison.
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