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Pastor charged after baptism drowning in Birmingham
world2 days ago

Pastor charged after baptism drowning in Birmingham

Cheryl Bartley, pastor of Life Changing Ministries, has been charged with gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the death of 61-year-old Robert Smith during a paddling-pool baptism in Erdington, Birmingham, on Oct. 8, 2023. The Crown Prosecution Service says criminal proceedings are active and Bartley will appear at Birmingham magistrates’ court on May 14. Smith, originally from Jamaica and who had Parkinson’s, sought a second baptism to become a born‑again believer; the ceremony was livestreamed before the feed was cut. Investigators say the case remains active and have urged any reporting to avoid prejudicing the proceedings.

via Yahoo|
#cheryl-bartley#erdington#gross-negligence-manslaughter
music9 months ago

Olivia Rodrigo and The Prodigy Shine at Glastonbury 2025

Olivia Rodrigo closed the Glastonbury Festival with a performance featuring The Cure's Robert Smith, playing fan favorites and sharing a personal moment dedicating a song to her British boyfriend. The festival was marked by political protests, including anti-Israel chants and pro-Palestine statements, which drew responses from organizers and artists alike.

via The Hollywood Reporter|
#glastonbury#live-performance#music
The Cure Unveil New Live Album and Robert Smith Remix
music1 year ago

The Cure Unveil New Live Album and Robert Smith Remix

The Cure have announced a new live album, 'Songs Of A Live World Troxy London MMXXlV,' recorded at their recent East London show, featuring live versions of tracks from their latest album, 'Songs Of A Lost World.' Set for release on December 13, the album's royalties will benefit the charity War Child. It will be available in various formats, including a double set with the studio album. Additionally, the band is releasing special vinyl editions of 'Songs Of A Lost World.' This marks The Cure's first UK #1 album since 1992.

via Louder|
#live-album#music#robert-smith
The Cure's Summer Tour is the Hottest Rock Ticket of the Season.
music2 years ago

The Cure's Summer Tour is the Hottest Rock Ticket of the Season.

The Cure, led by frontman Robert Smith, are embarking on a summer tour to introduce music from their long-awaited album, Songs From a Lost World, which is still unreleased. Despite their gothic rock roots and Smith's iconic look, the band has become universally cherished and their music timeless. The tour has brought out Smith's fighting side, as he speaks out against Ticketmaster's fees. The band's longevity is surprising, as Smith once threatened to quit music before turning 40.

via Rolling Stone|
#gothic-rock#music#new-album
The Cure cancels thousands of scalped tickets for upcoming tour.
music3 years ago

The Cure cancels thousands of scalped tickets for upcoming tour.

The Cure's Robert Smith has cancelled 7,000 tickets found on secondary resale websites for their upcoming North American tour in a bid to tackle touts. Smith opted out of Ticketmaster's "platinum" and "dynamically priced" ticket options, and restricted ticket transfers in markets where he was legally allowed to do so. He also warned ticket buyers from attempting to circumvent ticket transfer rules and said that any tickets obtained in this way will be cancelled, and original fees paid on those tickets will not be refunded.

via NME|
#music#north-american-tour#robert-smith
The Cure's Robert Smith Takes Action Against Ticket Scalping
music3 years ago

The Cure's Robert Smith Takes Action Against Ticket Scalping

The Cure's upcoming North American tour has canceled 7,000 tickets acquired through fake accounts or listed on secondary resale sites. Robert Smith opted out of Ticketmaster's "platinum" and "dynamically priced" ticket options and restricted ticket transfers in certain markets. Smith also warned against attempting to circumvent ticket transfer rules and successfully lobbied Ticketmaster to provide partial refunds for high transaction fees. The tour begins in May, and seats are available via Ticketmaster.

via Consequence|
#music#robert-smith#scalpers
The Cure and Ticketmaster Clash Over High Fees.
music3 years ago

The Cure and Ticketmaster Clash Over High Fees.

Robert Smith, frontman for The Cure, has criticized Ticketmaster for high fees on tickets for the band's upcoming tour. After Smith's outrage on Twitter, Ticketmaster has agreed to offer a $10 refund per ticket to all verified fan accounts and lowest ticket price transactions, with those who purchased tickets at higher prices receiving a $5 refund. The band reportedly worked to make their concerts affordable for all, offering $20 seating in many markets. Ticketmaster has faced scrutiny for its pricing practices for other artists.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|
#concert-pricing#music#refunds
The Cure's Robert Smith secures partial refunds for fans from Ticketmaster.
music3 years ago

The Cure's Robert Smith secures partial refunds for fans from Ticketmaster.

The Cure's lead vocalist Robert Smith expressed his resentment towards Ticketmaster's excessive concert fees and promised fans a partial refund. Ticketmaster has agreed that many of the fees being charged are unduly high and offered a $10 per ticket refund to all verified fan accounts for lowest ticket price transactions and a $5 per ticket refund to all verified fan accounts for all other ticket price transactions. The Cure's North American tour will start in New Orleans and end in Miami.

via Fox Business|
#concert-fees#music#refunds
The Cure's Stand Against Ticketmaster Results in Partial Refunds for Fans
entertainment3 years ago

The Cure's Stand Against Ticketmaster Results in Partial Refunds for Fans

The Cure's Robert Smith criticized Ticketmaster for charging excessively high fees for their "Shows Of A Lost World Tour" and said that the company will refund some money to fans who had already bought a ticket. Going forward, tickets will have lower fees. Ticketmaster has said that it does not control fees but does keep a portion for operating costs. The company has been heavily scrutinized in recent months as fans struggle to secure tickets.

via NBC News|
#entertainment#fees#refunds
The Cure and Ticketmaster reach partial refund agreement.
entertainment3 years ago

The Cure and Ticketmaster reach partial refund agreement.

Robert Smith of The Cure announced that Ticketmaster will offer partial refunds and lower fees for future ticket purchases after he expressed frustration with the high fees. Fans who already bought tickets will receive automatic refunds. Ticketmaster has faced criticism in recent months, including from Taylor Swift fans who experienced high fees and website outages during her Eras Tour ticket sale. The Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on Live Nation, Ticketmaster's parent company, and the lack of competition in the ticketing industry.

via NPR|
#entertainment#fees#refunds
Robert Smith of The Cure disgusted by Ticketmaster fees, partial refunds offered.
music3 years ago

Robert Smith of The Cure disgusted by Ticketmaster fees, partial refunds offered.

The Cure frontman Robert Smith expressed his disgust at Ticketmaster's additional fees on ticket sales for the band's upcoming US tour. Ticket prices, which started at $20, later doubled in price thanks to the company's fees. Smith fought for his fans to get a partial refund after the outrageous fees. As a "gesture of goodwill," Ticketmaster will refund $10 to anyone who bought the lowest-price tickets, and all others will receive a $5 refund.

via New York Post |
#fees#music#refunds
The Cure's Robert Smith slams Ticketmaster's fees.
entertainment3 years ago

The Cure's Robert Smith slams Ticketmaster's fees.

Ticketmaster will give partial refunds on fees for tickets to see The Cure after complaints from fans and the band's frontman, Robert Smith. The fees more than doubled the price of a $20 ticket. Ticketmaster will offer a $10 per ticket refund to all verified fan accounts for lowest ticket price transactions and a $5 per ticket refund to all verified fan accounts for all other ticket price transactions for all Cure shows at all venues. The band has eschewed the so-called “dynamic pricing” plan that escalates ticket pricing based on demand.

via Deadline|
#entertainment#fees#refunds