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Cody Johnson just wants his ‘Horse Back’

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

ACM entertainer of the year Cody Johnson is changing things up with his new radio single, “Horse Back.”

While the full song won’t be out until Friday, he’s offering fans a sneak peek via his socials.

“Y’all are going to have fun with this next one,” he teases. “If you’ve seen this horse or want to hear the rest of the chorus, visit codyjohnson.com/horseback.”

Cody’s “horse” seems to be leading him into rap territory, as you’ll hear in the extended clip.

“Now he’s a double-wide on the county line/ Sippin’ on a six-pack of Lone Star Lite/ She did him dirty, took him to the cleaners/ Now her pockets and her pastures are greener,” he talk/sings, before slipping into a more traditional chorus.

“Horse Back” is the follow-up to “The Fall,” which became Cody’s fifth #1 in May, on the heels of winning entertainer at the ACMs.

How much would you bet on Taylor Swift’s wedding?

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Would you bet money on Taylor Swift’s wedding? Well, thanks to new betting sites that allow you to place bets on practically anything, you can.

According to The New York Times, on the Kalshi betting site users have put over $2 million on the wedding, with the location of the nuptials alone taking in $1.49 million in bets. So far, New York City is the leading pick. Over on Polymarket, people are betting on the guest list, with the leading picks being Selena Gomez, Patrick Mahomes and Gracie Abrams.

A spokesperson for Kalshi told the Times in a statement, “In many ways, prediction markets are becoming another layer of fandom and expression for the superfan.”

But one Swiftie told the Times that it’s an invasion of privacy, noting, “I don’t think that you can really call yourself a supporter of an artist if you’re trying to place bets about their personal life.”

Sarah Baker Bailey, a professor at Southern Connecticut State University, told the paper she’s not surprised that Swifties, who constantly analyze everything Taylor does in an attempt to predict her next move, would gamble on her wedding.

Said Bailey, “If you can pick up patterns and recognize patterns in Taylor’s behavior and the Easter eggs and get really good at thinking through the numerology, then it’s a natural expansion to say, ‘Wait a minute, why don’t I make a little money off of this weird super power?’”

Lemmy Kilmister tribute ceremony to be held at England’s Download Festival

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

A tribute ceremony to late Motörhead frontman Lemmy Kilmister will be held Friday at the 2026 Download Festival in England.

The event is part of the ongoing Lemmy Forever initiative, in which a portion of Kilmister’s ashes are enshrined in places important to him around the world.

Lemmy’s ashes have previously been enshrined in places including the Rainbow Bar & Grill in Los Angeles, France’s Hellfest and Wacken Open Air in Germany.

“It remains a responsibility we proudly carry,” Motörhead manager Todd Singerman says of the Lemmy Forever events. “Not everyone can make the pilgrimage to visit Lemmy in Hollywood, so we are bringing Lem back to his fans. These places meant something to him, and they mean something to the people who loved him. It’s important that they have somewhere they can come, raise a glass, share a story, and spend a moment with him.”

The Download Lemmy Forever celebration will also pay tribute to late Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell, who passed away in March.

“When Phil passed we lost such an important family member, and I know Lem would insist we all raise a glass to Phil as well,” Singerman says.

Peter Bjorn and John announce 20th anniversary ’Writer’s Block’ US dates

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Peter Bjorn and John have been whistling along to “Young Folks” for two decades now and will be celebrating the milestone with a U.S. tour.

The Swedish outfit has announced a run of U.S. dates marking the 20th anniversary of their 2006 album, Writer’s Block, which spawned the whistle-filled “Young Folks.”

The trek spans from Oct. 14 in Los Angeles to Oct. 25 in Miami and will feature a performance of Writer’s Block in full each night.

Presales begin Wednesday at 10 a.m. local time, and tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday at 10 a.m. local time. For the full list of dates and all ticket info, visit PeterBjornandJohn.com.

Peter Bjorn and John previously performed Writer’s Block in full during a U.S. tour in 2025.

Ignore the ‘Noise’ and ‘Carry On,’ Kenny Chesney’s new album is coming

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Kenny Chesney’s next album is done, but the discovery of three new songs has thrown an unexpected challenge into the mix.

“It’s a little bit like putting a puzzle together,” he says, “you know the best possible thing is there, you just have to figure it out. It’s been kind of fun, kind of crazymaking, but it reminds me the power of an actual album, you know? Ten, twelve songs that hold together, not as a concept, but more as a vibe rather than just a flood of songs.”

It’s a vibe that was set in motion by his top-20 hit “Carry On.”

The three new songs fundamentally change the record he’s co-producing with longtime collaborator Buddy Cannon, Kenny’s first for the new HEY NOW Records.

“I’m trying to find the sequence and make some decisions, but those three songs make this a whole other project,” Kenny reveals. “Shane McAnally and I had a conversation – just like ‘Noise’ – and a great song came out of it; someone sent me a song that my friends Brett James and Tony Lane had written that says it all about life… and I’ve got one that’s about a place, but it’s also a state of mind and a state of being that’s really special. Are they singles? I don’t know, but they’re great, that’s what matters.”

As Kenny works to turn in his record, you can check out his new conversation with rock/rap producer Rick Rubin on his Tetragrammaton podcast, which premieres Wednesday.

Stephen Bishop to reissue debut album, ‘Careless’, for 50th anniversary

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Singer/songwriter Stephen Bishop is celebrating the 50th anniversary of his debut album, Careless.

The 74-year-old musician is set to reissue Careless on Aug. 14, featuring two unreleased bonus tracks, “Back Again” and “I Don’t Know You Anymore,” both of which were written during the Careless era.

The original album, released in October 1976, featured Bishop’s iconic song “On and On,” which peaked at #11 on the Billboard Hot 100, as well as “Save it for a Rainy Day,” which was a top-40 hit.

Bishop was joined by several guests on the album, including Eric Clapton, who had a guitar solo on “Save it for a Rainy Day” and also appeared on “Sinking in an Ocean of Tears.” Chaka Khan and Art Garfunkel also guested on the record.

“I can’t believe it. It feels like it was just 1976 yesterday,” Bishop says. “This album has meant so much to me over the years, and I’m very grateful it has meant so much to so many people. It felt like the right time to finally share more of that story, and the songs that didn’t make the album the first time … they’ve waited long enough.”

The anniversary edition has been pressed on limited-edition confetti splatter vinyl. It comes with a 20-page booklet with rare and previously unseen photos, Stephen’s first-ever liner notes and more.

Careless (50th Anniversary Edition) is available for preorder now.

War’s ‘Greatest Hits’ to be reissued for 50th anniversary

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

War’s 1976 Greatest Hits compilation is getting a special reissue for its 50th anniversary.

The new release is part of Rhino’s Spirit of ’76 campaign, which celebrates the albums that defined America’s Bicentennial.

Greatest Hits features such classic War tunes as “The World is a Ghetto,” “Why Can’t We Be Friends?” and “Low Rider,” as well as “Summer,” which was recorded specifically for the original release.

“It marked the first time a new song was included on a Greatest Hits album and went on to become a greatest hit itself,” War’s longtime producer Jerry Goldstein says of the album. “We recorded ‘Summer’ while assembling the original compilation, which makes this 50th Anniversary edition the most authentic and complete version of our Greatest Hits.”

The 50th anniversary edition will be released July 31 on 180-gram black vinyl, along with an expanded CD, which adds tracks “Spill the Wine,” “Don’t Let No One Get You Down,” “So” and “Galaxy.” It is available for preorder now.

War is set to hit the road on their Greatest Hits tour this summer. The trek begins July 4 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A complete list of dates can be found at war.com.

Wynonna is a ‘Kentucky Queen’ on ‘The Hard Truth’

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Wynonna is a “Kentucky Queen” on her first new solo album in a decade.

She co-wrote the lead single from The Hard Truth, which comes out Oct. 2, with her husband and producer, Cactus Moser, who first rose to fame with his band Highway 101.

“I’ve spent a lifetime singing about heartbreak, healing, faith, and survival, but I’ve never made a record like this one,” Wynonna says. “These songs tell the truth about where I’ve been, what I’ve lost, what I’ve overcome, and who I’ve become.”

“This album asked me to be brave enough to tell the truth,” she continues, “even when my voice shook. It challenged me to let go of perfectionism and embrace the beauty of honest emotion. My hope is that when you hear these songs, you feel what I was feeling while writing and recording them. If they help someone feel seen, understood, or a little less alone, then every hard truth was worth telling.”

You’ll have your chance to chat with Wy about the album on June 15, as she autographs copies live on TalkShopLive.

She’ll also do a special release day show Oct. 2 in her hometown of Ashland, Kentucky.

You can catch Wynonna on her co-headling trek with rock legend Melissa Etheridge this summer.

Here’s the complete track listing for The Hard Truth:
“Prelude (All Downhill From Ashland)”
“All Downhill From Ashland”
“Everything” (feat. Patterson Hood)
“Am I Missing Out”
“Broken And Blessed”
“Hear Me Now” (feat. Iron & Wine)
“The Hopeful Lie” (feat. The War And Treaty)
“Kentucky Queen”
“Girl Who Could Sing”
“Drive”
“Love Ain’t Got The Best Of Me”

Record stores to host midnight events for new Olivia Rodrigo album

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Olivia Rodrigo’s fans will seem pretty tired for fans so excited — because they’ll be staying up past midnight to buy her new album at nearly 200 indie record stores across the country Thursday night.

In addition to allowing fans to purchase the vinyl and CD versions of you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love, these special midnight sales events will include exclusive merchandise, limited-edition collectibles and special releases.

Among the items fans can score: tote bags, T-shirts, posters, color vinyl variants of SOUR and GUTS, and a 7-inch vinyl of a song that will be announced later.

You can find a list of participating stores near you at RecordStoreDay.com.

you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love drops Friday.

Cardi B performs for Knicks’ NBA Finals Game 3 halftime show

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Cardi B attended the New York Knicks game Monday night not only as a spectator but also as a performer.

She took to the court at Madison Square Garden during halftime, performing “Bodega Baddie” from Am I the Drama? and her breakout hit “Bodak Yellow” from her debut album, Invasion of Privacy. She was joined by dancers dressed in Knicks jersey dresses.

Following her performance, Cardi sat courtside with 4-year-old son Wave, though she was not impressed with her seats.

“They got me right next to the opps! But I’mma be nice, ’cause I know this is a lot for them,” she joked on her Instagram Story.

While Cardi’s performance didn’t air during the game’s TV broadcast, it was available via the premium NBA League Pass broadcast.

Avery Wilson, who has been performing “The Star-Spangled Banner” during most of Knicks’ 2026 postseason, once again sang the national anthem.

The night ended with the Knicks losing to the San Antonio Spurs, 111-115.

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