The radio presenter will take over from Zoe Ball on the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show in early January.

Zoe Ball announced on air this morning that she’s stepping down from hosting the BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show but will remain on the station.

Presenter tells listeners it’s time to ‘focus on family’ after six years but will remain on the station

Ball hosted the morning slot for six years

Billy Corgan boosted a charity raffle, saying he entered for a chance to win Courtney Love’s handwritten ‘Violet’ lyrics about their relationship.

Bee Gees legend Colin “Smiley” Petersen died on Monday, a tribute band for the group revealed. He was 78 years old. “He enriched our lives and bound our group with love, care and respect,” the announcement from the Best of Bee Gees read. “Not sure how we can go on without his glowing smile and deep friendship. We love you Col. Rest in Peace.” Petersen, who played a pivotal role in the group’s early success, was the band’s original drummer. Among…

Singer says his ‘understanding of the narrative’ around Do They Know It’s Christmas? has changed since 2014 appearance

A new refresh of the song, which combines vocals from three past versions, will be released on November 25

ED Sheeran says he would have stopped his vocals being used on a new version of Band Aid’s Do They Know It’s Christmas? over fears the charity hit reinforces African stereotypes. The Shape of You s…

Liam Gallagher recently suggested that Oasis had already finished a new album. Now he’s admitted he was just having a laugh.

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The singer performed on Do They Know It’s Christmas? in 2014 and his voice has been used on a new version to mark 40 years since Band Aid