Ed Sheeran will shoot up to ten epic music videos for his new album next year
ED Sheeran has been teasing new music for some time – and I can reveal that later this month he will be shooting an epic series of videos to accompany it.
Ed, who is officially releasing his sixth studio album next year, has been recording at his home studio and plans to use the English countryside and seaside as backdrops for his filming.
So it looks like spectacular visuals are already in the can.
He will shoot up to ten videos as part of one story and they will be some of his most creative and ambitious ever — including him apparently falling off a cliff, and appearing as a monster.
Among the song title names are Salt Water, Boat, Eyes Closed and Dusty — which sees him making breakfast with his two-year-old daughter Lyra.
Ed has Lyra and baby girl Jupiter with wife Cherry Seaborn — and his experiences of fatherhood feature in his new music.
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A source said: “Ed is really excited about his new material and can’t wait to put his imagination to the test with the help of his creative video team.
“Of course, becoming a father has been an astounding experience for him so he’s poured those thoughts into his lyrics, as well as many other ideas. It’s the first time he will have shot a series of videos as one story but he thinks it will be special.”
Ed already took time out from his mammoth Mathematics world tour earlier this month to perform at the Union Chapel in Islington, North London, for Will Young’s mental health charity Wellstock.
The singer’s most recent album Equals went double-platinum last October, with the lead single Bad Habits becoming the most played song of the year.
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He picks up the tour again in New Zealand in February so I hope he’ll have a well-earned break once he’s shot these videos.
The chart-topper has got his fingers in quite a few pies at the moment — last week The Sun revealed that he had trademarked a new brand, Tingly Ted’s, dipping into the world of condiments by bringing out his own range of sauces and seasonings.
Enjoying the spice of life, eh Ed?
Kim's looking for love with London lads
SHE is topping the charts on both sides of the Atlantic with Unholy, her collaboration with Sam Smith – and I can reveal that German pop star Kim Petras is looking for love in the UK.
The blonde bombshell, who performed with Sam at the Royal Albert Hall on Friday night, has been looking for romance on A-list dating app Raya while in London.
LA-based Kim revealed on her profile that she was just visiting the capital and showcased a series of sassy snaps with pals, all soundtracked to a Nicki Minaj tune.
I’m not surprised Kim is looking for a man while she’s here as she has always been into British blokes.
She said in 2009: “I am such a huge fan of Britain. It’s so cool. Everything about it is interesting. I wish I could live there all the time.
“I learned my English from watching British television. The UK is just great. And the men are so sexy.”
Hopefully an English gent has already whisked her on a date.
Hailey's a frill seeker
SHE may be happily married, but Hailey Bieber wasn’t afraid to show off her risque side at rapper pal Doja Cat's Halloween-themed 27th birthday bash.
The model, who’s swapped her trademark blonde locks for a gorgeous brunette blend, donned lacy lingerie and suspenders for the Hollywood party, alongside hubby Justin and chums Kendall Jenner, Winnie Harlow and Tyga.
Well, If you’ve got it, flaunt it.
I bet Biebs couldn’t wait to get her home.
Bbno$'s love of drag
NOT many rappers are progressive enough to dress in drag, but Bbno$ would recommend it after donning lippy, heels and a blonde wig for his Yoga vid.
The Canadian star told me: “I felt so famous in drag. I loved walking into a coffee shop all done up and sassy. It was the dopest experience.
I became someone else for a day and it was really fun. It allows you to turn off and turn up.”
Bbno$ has just released new album Bag Or Die and I can reveal he’s performing at Brixton Academy on April 5 next year. He said: “I love London – it’s such a cool vibe.”
She's got the bright Steff
STEFFLON Don can add another string to her bow, as the rapper has made her first foray into fashion design.
The star launched her own clothing range with online retailer Shein on Thursday with a performance and glitzy soiree at the Mandrake hotel in central London.
Speaking earlier this year Steff, who sported a figure- hugging dress and funky furry orange jacket for the bash, revealed her ambition.
She said: “I definitely want to sell out arenas – that’s on my bucket list – and I know I’m going to accomplish that because I’m going to keep working and keep delivering music.”
Tom's up for a festive hit
THE race for the Christmas No1 slot is always hotly contested, and I can reveal Tom Grennan is the latest star to throw his hat into the ring.
The Little Bit Of Love singer has been secretly holed up in the studio laying down a festive track to release in December.
My music mole tells me: “Tom loves Christmas. It’s his favourite time of year and he has been wanting to do a festive tune for ages.
“He’s really pleased with the lyrics and hopes it catches on. It’s a lot less cheesy than many others out there.”
I previously revealed that Frank Skinner, David Baddiel and the Lightning Seeds were re-packaging their Three Lions footie anthem as a festive track, and Andrea Corr and Alicia Keys have both confirmed new Christmas records.
’Tis the season . . .
Mimi: my tips from Adele
MIMI Webb managed to keep her cool when she met her idol Adele recently.
The Brit singer, whose latest single Ghost Of You is riding high in the charts, called me for a chat to fill me in on the chance meeting.
She said: “I’ve always been a huge fan of Adele, so when my manager introduced me to her at an event recently I just couldn’t believe it was really happening.
“I was trying to keep my cool and sound normal. It was such a pinch-me moment.
"She is so lovely and down to earth – we were just talking like normal, and then I kept remembering I was speaking to one of the biggest pop stars in the world.
“She actually gave me some really great advice and told me to enjoy the moment.
“She said to me, ‘It’s a really exciting time for you, take it all in your stride.’ So I’ve tried to remember that lately.
“This job puts me in all these amazing situations and I always try to ask advice about touring and songwriting. It’s such a positive, exciting journey.”
Mimi, who will take Europe by storm next year with her tour, added: “2023 is going to be my biggest year yet. I’m definitely feeling the adrenaline.”
Meghan and the hypnotist
MEGHAN Trainor has revealed she has an OCD-related condition called dermatillomania, which makes her pick skin from her fingers .
The US singer said: “I have a habit of picking my skin on my thumbs.
It’s like a snake shedding their skin – if I start it I have to finish it.
“I know I have OCD. I went to a hypnotist who had helped people give up ç after 50 years, and even she couldn’t help me.
“It’s my vice for life. Luckily I’m not one to go to booze or drugs, which is in my family history. I just pick.”
CAUGHT LIVE: Boy & Bear
AUSSIE folk band Boy & Bear returned to the UK in an unlikely packed setting after several years way.
Opening with Lordy May, Dave Hosking's powerful voice cut through the mix to hauntingly fill Hackney Church.
Highlights included the touching lyricism and catchy pre-chorus on the funky Just To Be Kind, and a fantastic cover of Chris Isaak's Wicked Game.
After closing their set with the euphoric State Of Flight, the band was coaxed back on stage for two encores by an enthusiastic crowd.
A memorable evening of heart-warming folk-pop in an unforgettable venue.
CAUGHT LIVE: Jazmin Bean
ALT pop singer Jazmin Bean appeared on stage through a back door, wearing a ball gown and eye-catching make-up, looking like they had just arrived straight from a Tim Burton film.
The genre-bending gig opened with the title track of their album Worldwide Torture, a song that brings together sweet-sounding vocals with disturbing lyrics.
Bean perfectly set the tone for a theatrical evening of horror-inspired pop.
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Highlights included their songs Puppy Pound and the chaotic War Zone Urchin.
The evening of boundary-pushing hyper-pop was an interaction revellers wouldn’t soon forget.