It's my second time photographing Take That, but I just wish it was all of the originals, with Jason and Robbie, somehow it feels like someone is missing. However there is spectacular staging and world class pop music. Whats not to like and I was fortunate to be one of only 5 photographers, (all male) shooting from up in the gods this night, with my ultra long lens 600mm. I won't lie its always difficult from such a vantage point, they look like ants on the stage until you look through your magnified lens.
'This is the Life' Tour is an exhilarating journey through their greatest hits and newer songs. Whether it's belting out classics like "Back for Good" or grooving to newer tracks, it was an epic experience for everyone.
I have been lucky to have shot Gary, Robbie, Mark doing their solo stints over the years, and once as Take That previously, five years ago.
Olly Murs was supporting, he's not really my kind of music, but he's a great entertainer and certainly got the crowds ready for TT.
Read the live review by MK Bennett on Louder Than War here:
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The Deadlies from Smirk & Dagger
Of all the games we brought back from #Origins2023 this one has gotten the most play.
Watch to find out why we are loving this shedding card game with a 7 Deadly Sins theme!
Take That Actually - Part 1 (on Wattpad) https://www.wattpad.com/181348559-take-that-actually-part-1?utm_source=web&utm_medium=tumblr&utm_content=share_reading&wp_uname=lifeinacartoonuk&wp_originator=70TQT%2BLITT8Bc%2BT88z6lQsPUCHr%2BWGQP%2BE%2BRgY%2BMcjZZMkkKGOW7d%2BTau67OplvRuM0DDNUlBjYmam0uyxK6xu9FIDPpTrGO9FsAIQXbKD55jlm%2BEr1URoAmP0uA03no
In our uproarious romantic comedy, drawing inspiration from the witty charm of Bridget Jones and the intricate character connections of Love Actually, my co-writer @OutOfMyHeadd and I embarked on a delightful journey into the lives of the "Take That" members and some of our online friends from the old Take That Fanfic forum.
Brimming with unexpected and amusing circumstances, we gleefully explored the intertwining paths of our beloved characters, creating a tale that promises laughter, romance, and delightful surprises at every turn.
Disclaimer: The characters in this work are fictional representations inspired by real-life people. They do not accurately depict the individuals or their personal lives. Any resemblance is coincidental, and the author has taken creative liberties. The purpose is purely fictional and should not be interpreted as factual or reflective of the real people involved.
Mark Owen was appearing in a solo capacity instead of with the boy band Take That in Manchester's grand O2 Ritz. The lighting was perfect for a change, so it was easier than usual to get some decent shots - why can't they all be like this? Just two of us in the photo pit tonight and I was shooting as the house photographer for Academy Music Group. Mark was always the cutest boy in Take That, but sorry Mark I really can't get past the porn star moustache - loved the mustard suit though, which somehow turned a rust colour when the lights changed.
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(@wingsofachampion) What's in like, being human? Do people call you a freak a lot? Are they nice to you? I wish I could be human, too. -Tropius
Pwople are njceand people are mean. As a kid I was bullied a lot. Noreal reason? They just.. didn’t like me. And that happens. Skmetimes people will be mean for no reason. And people willbe nice for no reason. Humans are complex andhard to understand. But frankly, I thinkyou’re just fine the way you are:)
Julie, what's your problem?
Won't you tell me, what's going on?
'Cause there's a dark cloud hanging over you
You've been down, down, down for too long
You used to sing sha lalalalala I want you
Sing, sha lalalalala I do
There's a band outside
And they're playing now, for you, for you
Julie, come to your window
Don't let your problems spoil the view
It's not a good day to cry today
So come on change, change, change
Come through the door
You used to sing sha lalalalala I want you
Sing, sha lalalalala I do
There's a band outside
And they're playing now for you
You used to sing sha lalalalala I want you
Sing sha lalalalala I do
There's a band outside
And they're playing now for you, for you
Why, why, why do you cry, cry, cry?
You should know by now that the sun comes up for you
Why, why, why do you cry, cry, cry?
You should know now that the sun comes up for you
That the sun comes up for you
You used to sing sha lalalalala I want you
Sing, sha lalalalala I do
There's a band outside
And they're playing now, for you, for you
You used to sing sha lalalalala I want you
Sing, sha lalalalala I do
There's a band outside
And they're playing now, for you, for you