Rachel Chinouriri delivers two songs on 'SNL UK'

Rachel Chinouriri appeared as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live UK, in an episode hosted by Amelia Dimoldenberg. She played 'One Song Away From Crying' from her forthcoming second album 'I Think I Spoke Too Soon', scheduled for October 16. Her second performance was 'Never Need Me', a track from her 2024 debut that helped raise her profile.

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Chinouriri’s SNL UK appearance marked the third episode of the show’s second season. The host was Amelia Dimoldenberg. She showcased “One Song Away From Crying,” the July-released lead track from her second album, due October 16 through Parlophone/Atlas Artists. Her other selection, “Never Need Me,” came from her 2024 debut and became a breakthrough single, later placing 20th on NME’s 50 best songs of 2024.

The “Never Need Me” video featured Florence Pugh as a supportive friend during a breakup; Pugh reached out after enjoying Chinouriri’s music. Chinouriri had recently played Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields festival and previewed unreleased material. She is also set to support Gracie Abrams on North American arena dates. Her debut earned four NME stars and ranked 10th among NME’s 50 best albums of 2024.

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