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Joe McElderry releases song fans say should be ‘Eurovision hit’

The stage on weekend two of the 2026 Bents Park concerts.

Around 23,000 people visit the 2026 Sunday Concerts in South Shields

Ultrabeat perform their best hits on stage.

This is who readers want to headline future Sunday Concerts

The stage on weekend two of the 2026 Bents Park concerts.

Everything you need to know ahead of the final 2026 Sunday Concert

Joe McElderry has stated that it is "an honour" to be a headline act at a Sunday Concert in South Shields' Bents Park.

Joe McElderry set for a three-night show run in South Shields

Chesney Hawkes performs at Bents Park in South Shields

Fans brave the rain as Chesney Hawkes and ABC perform at Bents Park

Everything you need to know ahead of ABC headlining Bents Park

Jarrow Hall

Jarrow Hall asking people to tell their stories for future generations

South Tyneside band The Rivergate at Abbey Road Studios

South Tyneside band record first ever single at Abbey Road studios

Joe McElderry has stated that it is "an honour" to be a headline act at a Sunday Concert in South Shields' Bents Park.

Joe McElderry's delight at headlining the first 2026 Sunday Concert

The Sunday Concerts have returned to South Shields for 2026 - with Joe McElderry headlining in Bents Park.

19 photos as crowds turned out to see Joe McElderry in South Shields

South Tyneside Council has revealed that the 2026 Sunday Concert line up will be unveiled on Thursday, April 30.

Around 13,000 tickets sold ahead of the upcoming Sunday Concerts

This is everything you need to know ahead of the first 2025 Sunday Concert, in South Shields.

Everything you need to know ahead of the first 2026 Sunday Concert

Some of the people who shared their views on Little Mix as the band battled for the X Factor crown.

What South Shields people first thought of Little Mix

Popular 90s boyband 911 have been added to the 2026 Sunday Concerts line-up.

Popular 90s boyband added to the South Shields Sunday Concerts line-up

Joe McElderry is set to receive an honorary degree from the Newcastle College University Centre.

Joe McElderry to receive a performing arts honorary degree
Newcastle College University Centre is set to recognise Joe McElderry with an honorary degree.
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Joe McElderry is set to release his latest single, Love Me Out Loud, on June 19. The South Shields star was spotted filming the music video at Sunderland's Cresswell Launderette back in May.

Joe McElderry transforms heartbreak into disco-pop with his new single

South Shields singer Joe McElderry spoke to us as he prepared for a string of North East dates in 2025.

When Joe McElderry was in the reckoning for another singing contest

Eight-year-old Alica Georgiev, winner of the Sandhaven Amphitheatre mural competition, with Cllr Alan Rice and Margaret Rice, the Deputy Mayor and Mayoress of South Tyneside.

Jarrow girl crowned winner of the amphitheatre mural competition

Chesney Hawkes will also be taking to the stage in South Shields' Bents Park.

Tickets selling fast for Bents Park gigs - despite major change

Two more acts have been added to this year's final Sunday Concert line-up.

Extra acts added to South Shields’ Sunday Concerts 2026 line-up

Joe McElderry has been at Sunderland's Cresswell Laundrette for a new music video.

Joe McElderry takes over Sunderland launderette for new music video

Joe's wonderful surprise at the Customs House which was arranged for him in 2011.

The 2011 night when Joe McElderry got the surprise of his life

The line-up for the 2026 Sunday Concerts, in South Shields, has been revealed.

This is South Tyneside Festival 2026: Sunday Concerts line-up revealed

Sunderland Empire’s Sleeping Beauty panto cast Laura Main as Fairy Snowfall, Miss Rory as Rorina the cleaner, David Ribi as Prince Vincent, Tom Whalley as Vesta the Jester and Jordan Lee-Davies at Lumley Castle.

What we know about North East pantomimes in the North East next winter

South Shields singer Joe McElderry.

Joe McElderry impresses fans with his Halloween show transformation

Joe McElderry Named Patron of The Performance Academy at local college
A North East college has announced acclaimed singer and musical theatre star Joe McElderry as the Patron of its Performance Academy.
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South Shields singer Joe McElderry spoke to us as he prepared for a string of North East dates, as well as his annual festive show at Newcastle’s O2 City Hall on December 1, 2025.

Watch: Joe McElderry on tour, Colmans chips, X Factor & grandma Hilda

South Shields singer Joe McElderry is set to embark on a North East tour.

Joe McElderry set to host an exclusive North East live tour

Joe rose to fame when he was named as the winner of the X Factor is 2009.

Joe McElderry opens up on ageing in the public eye during interview

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (photo: Tristram Kenton)

I went to see Joseph before it arrives in North East & it blew me away

Stacey Solomon, husband Joe Swash and their family starred in Stacey & Joe (Picture: BBC/Optomen Television)

Stacey & Joe review: This show is OK! magazine come to life

Rosie Ramsey has joined the cast of Something In The Water in Newcsatle

Something In The Water: Rosie Ramsey added to star studded cast

Joe rose to fame when he was named as the winner of the X Factor is 2009. Since then, he has gone on to have a successful singing and acting career. He recently launched the 'That's Ridiculous' podcast alongside his grandma, Hilda.

Joe McElderry set to host second live podcast with his grandma

Joseph brings family fun to Sunderland Empire - review

The Little Mermaid pantomime at Newcastle's Theatre Royal. Picture: Paul Coltas.

What we thought of The Little Mermaid at the Theatre Royal

The first Geordie to win The X Factor, Joe McElderry attended Harton Technology College in South Shields before undertaking his AS Levels at South Tyneside College. He then moved on to Newcastle College right before finding fame, where he studied Performing Arts.

Joe McElderry to host live podcast alongside his grandma

The first Geordie to win The X Factor, Joe McElderry attended Harton Technology College in South Shields before undertaking his AS Levels at South Tyneside College. He then moved on to Newcastle College right before finding fame, where he studied Performing Arts.

Joe McElderry to star alongside Robson Green in a new TV series

The first Geordie to win The X Factor, Joe McElderry attended Harton Technology College in South Shields before undertaking his AS Levels at South Tyneside College. He then moved on to Newcastle College right before finding fame, where he studied Performing Arts.

Joe McElderry announces special event for South Tyneside Pride

Joe McElderry visits Age UK North Tyneside.

Joe McElderry encourages people to volunteer as he supports Age UK

Robson Green is pictured leaving St Hilda's Church after filming for the third series of Wire In The Blood in 2004.

Remember when all these famous shows were filmed in South Tyneside?

The Customs House

The Customs House launch art competition to celebrate 30 years

Joe McElderry as Barbie and Ken.

Joe McElderry bring Barbie and Ken to life in double Halloween costume

Joe McElderry on his Celebrate The Music tour at The Customs House, South Shields.

Review: Joe McElderry’s Celebrate The Music Tour

Joe McElderry shot to fame after winning The X Factor in 2009.

Joe McElderry to take part in Tynemouth sea dip to celebrate new song

Take That Tour 2024: Who is the support act?

Joe McElderry shot to fame after winning The X Factor in 2009.

Joe McElderry announces new music to the delight of fans

Look at the delight on the faces of these fans as they enjoy a very special moment. Photo: Stu Norton

Nine photos from Joe McElderry’s 2010 album launch- were you pictured?

Joe McElderry shot to fame after winning The X Factor in 2010.

A chat with Joe McElderry: ‘I’m blessed to come from the North East’

South Shields star Joe McElderry has announced a one-night-only Christmas show.

Christmas has come early! Joe McElderry announces festive show

Joe is currently on a tour of the North East with his show Celebrate The Music.

South Shields singer Joe McElderry releases comedy skit featuring his grandma

Joe McElderry will be performing a special North East tour next month.

Joe McElderry superfans distribute flyers in iconic North East locations

Joe McElderry performing at Newcastle Theatre Royal

Joe McElderry to make dazzling return to Newcastle Theatre Royal

Cinderella is the 2022 pantomime in Newcastle, with performances running until January. Picture: Theatre Royal Newcastle.

What to expect from Cinderella at Newcastle's Theatre Royal

Fans galore and the man himself in our retro tribute.

9 archive photos to show our love for South Tyneside singing star Joe McElderry

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