31/5/2002 - ronan versus westlife!

Ronan may have once co-managed Westlife, but now it's head to head!  The World Cup has begun and Ronan and Westlife are battling out in the Popworld Cup!  They are part of 32 other pop artists to win the King or Queen of Pop and it is down to you to vote - and all you fans should be voting for Ronan right?  Yes should be the answer!  The Popworld Cup begins on 2nd June 2002 and Ronan will be facing the five some boy pop group, Westlife!  Visit www.popworldcup.com and make sure you vote Ronan as many times as possible, and don't stop there tell everyone you know to take part because we'll be expecting a greater score for Ronan!!  Show your support and vote Ronan!  Come on, it's 1 versus 5!  Go, make a result!

28/5/2002 - go and sing along...

While in the mood of the success of Ronan's album, 'Destination' getting to number 1 (and it's out now!), how about this for a competition!  The Official Ronan Keating Website along with Woolworths is giving a chance for one lucky winner to record their favourite Ronan tune in a recording studio in London.  But that's not all, the winner will also be able to see Ronan perform live at Wembley Arena, London, UK and meet him backstage to collect their recorded song on CD!  So want to have a chance to find out how it really feels like recording a song in a studio?  Well, go to the Official Ronan Keating Website now for a chance to win.  And, good luck!

26/5/2002 - your number 1 destination!

We would like to congratulate Ronan!  He's done it!  He's reached number 1 in the UK albums chart!  This means that Ronan has now got two number 1 albums!!  And it is thanks to you, the fans for supporting Ronan all the way!  You all deserve a handshake!!  We have campaigned for the last week for you to get his exciting album and you have made the star proud!  You listened and you did it - and what a great album right?  14 exciting tracks with the recent number 1, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes' and the classic, 'Lovin' Each Day'. (And for those who haven't bought the album, we must look in another direction... Come on!  Get the album!  It's brilliant!!!).  Just check the album chart below to see who Ronan beat in the charts this week!!

Amazing right?  What's so good about the album?  Well the answer's in the album!  And there's nothing else to say!  So again, many congratulations to Ronan!  Finally, check out the updated Albums Discography for all the details of the album!

26/5/2002 - exclusive showcase to be broadcasted

It has been recently announced when Ronan's exclusive showcase which he performed on 7th May 2002 at the BBC Radio Theatre for Radio 2 will be broadcasted.  The showcase will be broadcasted on 8th June 2002 on BBC Radio 2 (UK).  Ronan performed in an audience of 300 and includes hit tunes plus new material from his 'Destination' album.  The show will be presented by Simon Mayo.  Check out the Tour & Appearances for details of where Ronan will be performing plus book tickets to selected venues of Ronan's Destination '02 Tour - but chances are especially for the UK tour dates are sold out!  Remember that Ronan will be doing his UK tour next month - so enjoy if you have already booked!  And of course, tune in to the exclusive showcase - and enjoy!

24/5/2002 - destination - get it to the top!

Just a reminder that Ronan's new album, 'Destination' is out now!  It contains 14 excellent uplifting tracks (in which one is an exclusive UK bonus track!) which include the recent number 1, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes' plus the favourite, 'Lovin' Each Day' and as a bonus for those who get the CD version, you'll have the key to an exclusive weblink!  The tunes are very different to the first album, so it is definitely worth checking out!  So go on, get down this weekend to the shops and buy a copy of Ronan's new album, if you haven't already done so!  Also, you can order a copy online!  Visit Amazon.co.uk now to get your copy!  We can't emphasise any longer!  Though, the new album looks like it will hit the UK number 1 spot, still buy it!  Come on, keep the support up and make the album stay at the top for how long it takes!  So enjoy the weekend and you know what to do - get it!

Don't forget to also check our exclusive minisite promotion by clicking here for all the details of the album and for full detailed information, check out the Albums Discography as well!

23/5/2002 - vocal change!

If you have heard Ronan's new album, 'Destination' lately (which we are sure many of you have by now - we hope!), you will find in some songs that Ronan's voice is very different indeed!  We are familiar with Ronan's style in songs like 'When You Say Nothing At All', 'Lovin' Each Day', 'The Way You Make Me Feel' and the recent number 1, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes'.

Speaking to mrib, Ronan described what happened when recording his voice on the new album: "It's just kind of happened. But I think it's my voice, more than anything. Put any backing track behind me and I sound like me, which is nice. However, the one thing people say about this album is that I do sound different vocally and that's because I've had more time to actually think about this album and work on the vocal."

Have you heard?  It looks certain that Ronan's new album is going to enter the UK number 1 spot in the albums chart!  Want to find out how different and cool this album is?  Then buy the album!  It's out now!  And why not check our exclusive minisite promotion by clicking here for all the details of the album and for full detailed information, check out the Albums Discography as well!

22/5/2002 - we're going to his destination

It appears to be looking good for Ronan!  According to early midweek sales, Ronan's new album, 'Destination' is set to become his second UK number 1 album!  And that's really, really great news!  And for all those fans that have bought the album, you have done it again!  You have supported Ronan, and we thank you!  But, if you still haven't put your foot down, you better start now!  'Cos the album's out now, right?  Listen here, you are missing out on 14 brilliant tracks including the recent number 1, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes' plus the hit single, 'Lovin' Each Day'!  And the CD version allows you to unlock the exclusive weblink!  So what are you waiting for?  Go ahead and buy the album!  The material has hot stuff, we can assure you!  You can also buy online, visit Amazon.co.uk to order your copy!  Come on, get on with it, get the album now!!!

Don't forget to check out our exclusive minisite promotion by clicking here for all the details of the album and for full detailed information, check out the Albums Discography as well!

22/5/2002 - ronan slams record labels

Ronan thinks that it is about time that record companies concentrated on the music artist's talents rather than how much records they sell.  Speaking to mrib recently, Ronan criticised the way record companies treat their music artists: "Record companies are looking for an immediate thing. Right now, that's all it's about. If you don't have a hit record, they'll f****** drop you in the morning."

However, Ronan viewed it another way looking at the fact that some record companies have to hold on to artists to survive: "I think its changing.  I think record companies know that they have to start locking on to artists. I mean, Ryan Adams is a good sign. That's a long term project, I hope it is, 'cos I thought the album Gold was great."

Ronan however still insists that Pop Idol winner, Will Young has not been well treated by his record label: "I didn't really watch the show. [Will Young and Gareth Gates] are talented. The guys can sing.  Thank God. It's scary to see it and who they're surrounded by. I worry about that. I think it was terrible that Will had a No.1 record and then it was just handed over to Gareth. It's all about marketing."

Finally, Ronan talked about still wanting hit singles but thinks that album sales are of first priority: "I would be worried if the singles weren't doing well, but the album tells more.  The album is far more important than the single. But I still want hits. I wanna be the best I can be. That's the problem now. People don't wanna be good at anything anymore. They want to be famous. I wanna be great at what I do."

21/5/2002 - have we got new(s) for you!

So Ronan fans, have you bought Ronan's new album, 'Destination' yet? (It's out now!!!) 'Cause if you have you will hear 14 brand new tracks including the number 1 single, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes' plus the smash hit, 'Lovin' Each Day' and you will be able to check out the exclusive weblink if you own the CD version - nice huh?  But for those who haven't made an effort to buy his album - what do you think you are doing right now?  Come on, 'Lovin' Each Day'?  Great track?  You know you like the tune, you know Ronan's new album is the best!  Come on, get movin', get down to the shops now!  Get a copy of this brand new album, we've got it and we can tell you that the tunes are absolutely fantastic indeed, it's the best Ronan album yet!  Or, if you want to, why not order your copy online?  Simply go to Amazon.co.uk and order your copy right away. 

Still want some encouragement?  Then check out our exclusive minisite promotion by clicking here for all the details of the album and for full detailed information, check out the Albums Discography too!  Don't throw away your chances of getting this album - buy it and listen!

21/5/2002 - ronan's best yet

Ronan thinks that the new album 'Destination' (out now!) is an album which reflects on what he is today.  Speaking to mrib recently Ronan talked about how satisfied he was with the new album: "It's my first real body of work.  The first album that I made, I worked with a lot of producers and songwriters so there were a lot of different sounds and lot of different feelings, whereas this album, it's just been Gregg Alexander and myself so there's one sound and a continuity through the album. It's a sound that I've arrived at that I feel comfortable with. That's why I called the album Destination, because it took time to find my feet."

Ronan also talked about working with former New Radical front man, Gregg Alexander: "We're good mates. We have a real good laugh together and he understands me and the music that I want to make. Everyone needs that Bernie Taupin figure or Guy Chambers."

20/5/2002 - we've arrived!

The day has arrived!  Ronan's new album, 'Destination' is out today!  Ensure you grab a copy of this exciting album today!  Look here, it's got 14 brilliant tracks and includes the number 1, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes' plus the favourite, 'Lovin' Each Day'!  And that's not all, with an exclusive weblink on the CD version, there's a whole load of surprises waiting in store for you (and we can guarantee just that)!  Find this album all over the place from today, the supermarkets, the music stores, in shopping centres and malls.  And if this seems too much for you to take, why not order online?  Visit Amazon.co.uk today to get your copy sent to your door (how convenient is that?!).  That's all for now!  You have no more excuses to not get it and we mean it!  Keep up the support, make this album Ronan's second number 1!

Also, check out our exclusive minisite promotion by clicking here for all the details of the album and for full detailed information, check out the Albums Discography too!  We'll be campaigning this week - so if the message hasn't got through you will know eventually!

19/5/2002 - there's only one destination!

'DESTINATION', THE NEW ALBUM FROM RONAN KEATING IS OUT TOMORROW!  MAKE SURE YOU GET YOUR COPY!
Listen up!  The day has been set and it's time to get ready for what is becoming the most exciting release to date!  Ronan's new album, 'Destination' is out tomorrow (20th May 2002)!  The UK edition contains 14 exciting tracks which include the recent number 1 single, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes' plus the popular hit, 'Lovin' Each Day'.  And that's not all, on the CD version, there includes and exclusive weblink to a special area of the Official Ronan Keating Website... but we're not telling you what that's about, you'll have to buy the album to find out what this is all about!!!  Amazing, just 1 day left.  And don't even think about anything else tomorrow but getting the superb album.  There's no reason whatsoever for missing out - you can't do that at this stage and neither can you disappoint!  If you don't want to shop out then why not pre-order online?  Visit Amazon.co.uk to reserve your copy!  Plus!  Listen to this - to celebrate the release of 'Destination' we've launched an exclusive and special 'Destination' minisite.  It features all the info you need on 'Destination' such as track lists plus more including a superb 'Destination' quiz where you can pit your wits and prove your 'Destination' knowledge!  Check our special minisite promotion of the album now by clicking here and enjoy!

So a summary: 1. 'Destination' is out tomorrow, 2. Buy the album on release, 3. Switch that CD player on! , 4. Place the CD in the player, 5. Enjoy!

Finally, check out the Albums Discography for full details of the album.  We strongly advise you get the album because if you have got Ronan a number 1 with 'If Tomorrow Never Comes', you can do him grand by making his album a number 1 too!  Got it?  Then get it!!

19/5/2002 - the picnic itinerary

As many of you know, Ronan will be performing at Safeway Picnic 2002 for the Prince's Trust on 29th June 2002 at Hyde Park, London, UK.  If you haven't already known, the event will host some of the most famous music artists, apart from Ronan, there will be Diana Ross, Gabrielle, Rod Stewart and Shirley Bassey.  You can buy tickets from Safeway supermarkets for £20 (no booking fee), alternatively you can call the ticket hotline on 0870 733 1000 (subject to a booking fee) or contact your local ticket agency for details.  We have the proposed programme schedule of the show, the table below shows the approximate times each artist will appear.  The show starts from 3.00pm.

So, why not see Ro live!  Tickets are still available - so get one and enjoy the picnic (and show!).  Plus, check out Tour & Appearances page for where Ronan will be plus book tickets (if any) to selected shows of his 'Destination '02' Tour!

18/5/2002 - two close

And so we reach the weekend, how you are having a good one.  But we need to make an announcement, and that is to get ready for Ronan's new album, 'Destination' which is out this Monday (20th May 2002) and there's just 2 days to go before it hits the shelves of the shops!  And do you know what the album's got?  Well for those who are not fully aware, it has got 14 brilliant tracks and includes the number 1 single, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes' plus the number 2 hit, 'Lovin' Each Day'!  And...for you lucky, lucky Ronan fans, it has an exclusive weblink available on the CD!  So don't dash around and wonder what to do with the banknote!  Save it for the album - 'cause you won't regret it!  And if you really need to spend that banknote, pre-order online at Amazon.co.uk to reserve a copy of this album!  Check out the Albums Discography for all the details of the brand new album.  So, everyone, 20th May 2002 is the release date for 'Destination', okay?  Don't run around the bush!  Get it when it's released!

18/5/2002 - ronan duets with lulu - part 3

ronan duets with lulu - part 3
18/5/2002, 2:30pm BST
Don't forget that Ronan will make his appearance in 'An Audience with Lulu' tonight at 9:00pm on ITV1 (UK).  He'll be singing his number 1 single, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes' with Lulu (pictured).  Ronan has dueted with Lulu for the song, 'We've Got Tonight' which will feature on Lulu's forthcoming album, 'Together' and also on Ronan's new album, 'Destination' (out 20th May 2002) - don't miss it!!!

18/5/2002 - image isn't everything

Ronan isn't concerned about his image now than a few years back.  Speaking to mrib, Ronan admitted that when he was in Boyzone, the only thing that he was concerned about was his hair and his clothes: "I used to really worry about it.  When I was in a boyband, it was all about the image and ten per cent music, which is sad. But it's the other way round for me now."

Ronan is proud with his hairy chest, however he found that his hairy chest was removed on the single cover of the US version of 'Lovin' Each Day' (you can check it out in the Singles Discography, in the imports section, to see why!!).  Ronan was not happy about it responding: "They changed it.  They went and did it behind my back so I told them, 'no, the record's not going out.' They thought it wasn't attractive in the US. They must all shave it off. I got 'em to put it back on."

Finally, Ronan laughed about the fact that the press made reports that he was spending lots of money to get his teeth fixed in order to break the US: "I just got them cleaned up and sorted out the way people do when they get time off.  I had time off and thought I'd do the things we all do when we get time off. Twenty-something grand I was meant to have spent on them but I think it was around £1,800 to get my teeth done. Dentist's are expensive, you know. If I had spent that much on them, then I'd want them to be gold. I'd be like that rapper Master P."

17/5/2002 - and now there is three

As many of you have realised (or perhaps haven't realised), Ronan's new album, 'Destination' will be out on 20th May 2002 (next Monday!).  With just 3 days - yes, that's right, 3 days to go, you the fans should be jumping for joy in absolute excitement at any place at any time!  The UK version has got 14 brilliant tracks and include the hits, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes' (which we are sure you have heard...and bought!) and 'Lovin' Each Day' (as many of you must have heard...if not, are you sure you are at the right place??  Sorry to those who have just heard the new tune - this quote wasn't meant to target you!!).  There's also an exclusive weblink which is only available on the CD!  What else can we say??  Just make sure 20th May 2002 is a Ronan day - 'cause the big day's coming and that's when all of you fans should start buying (and for those who have been spending lately, save some for the new album, okay?).  And for those who are too desperate to wait - pre-order a copy at Amazon.co.uk!  Check out the Albums Discography for full track listings of 'Destination'.  As the number of days get shorter, your excitement should last longer!

17/5/2002 - too many entourages!

Ronan has slammed celebrities who surround themselves with entourages.  Speaking about this issue, Ronan discussed how some stars have failed to give any respect to people and has learnt some lessons: "When I hosted the MTV Awards a few years ago, all these stars all came along with their entourages and came in and treated the crew and their staff like dirt.  It really opened my eyes. I don't surround myself with people who treat me like a star.  It's unhealthy.  I've been with the same people for nine years.  They know who I am. I don't have an entourage, that just goes to your head. I'm not interested."

16/5/2002 - four it will be sooner than you think

We are approaching the release date thick and fast!  Ronan's new album, 'Destination' will be released on 20th May 2002.  It's just 4 days away 'til the exciting new release will be available to you the fans!  Have you heard that it has got 14 superb tracks?  Have you heard that it includes the stunning new number 1 single, 'If Tomorrow Never Comes' and the hit, 'Lovin' Each Day'?  Have you also heard that the CD version contains an exclusive weblink?  Well, if you haven't been hearing lately, maybe it's time you did!  How about then, pre-ordering your copy online?  Try at Amazon.co.uk and we're sure you'll make it a worthwhile purchase...well any Ronan purchase is worth it for that matter!  Get ready, get steady and get ready! (well not go as yet, but it'll be in 4 days time!).

In addition, check out the details in the Albums Discography.  Plus!  We now have the b-side lyrics to 'Sea Of Love' - check it here!  And sing, 'cause this song's just wonderful! 

16/5/2002 - losing fans means getting more!

In a recent report, Ronan admitted that when he quit Boyzone, he thought he lost a lot of fans.  Ronan talked about his thoughts: "It was overnight from boyband to solo artist. The hysteria disappeared overnight. I'm not joking you, it suddenly went from being met in Bangkok by 10,000 screaming girls, to just two or three people."

Despite losing some fans, his number 1 single 'If Tomorrow Never Comes', his records were selling fantastically well: "The funny thing is, now I sell more records now than I ever did, which is weird.  People my age buy my records which didn't really happen when I was in Boyzone. It was younger girls or older women. Now guys come up to me in the street and say 'Hi, how's it going. Love the record.' Parents come up to me and shake my hand. There's a younger audience and an older audience. Thank God, I've got an across-the-board fanbase."

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