Dolly Parton’s “Jolene, “9 to 5” + more classics make up the track list of a new greatest hits album

September 7, 2022 by WDNY Radio

“9 to 5,” “Jolene,” “Islands in the Stream” and “I Will Always Love You” are just a few of the essential Dolly Parton tracks that will appear on a new, career-spanning greatest hits album from RCA Records and Legacy Recordings.

Called Diamonds & Rhinestones: The Greatest Hits Collection, the album will revisit some of the most essential songs from the country legend’s past, as well as the sampling of her more recent hits. From her 1971 hit “Coat of Many Colors” to “Faith,” her 2020 collaboration with Galantis and Mr Probz, Diamonds & Rhinestones will offer a look at all the different sides of Dolly’s extensive, multifaceted career.

“Every one of these songs has a special memory behind it for me,” Dolly explains in a note to her fans. “I hope that you make some special memories of your own while listening to them.”

Diamond & Rhinestones is due out on November 18. It’s currently available for pre-order as a digital version as well as on CD and 12” vinyl.

Coldplay reveals “big financial crisis” of ’Music of the Spheres’ tour

September 7, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Coldplay‘s Music of the Spheres tour was almost brought down by “money stuff.”

In an interview with the fan site ColdplayXtra, frontman Chris Martin reveals that the group’s worldwide trek became so “financially stressful” that cancellation became a real possibility.

“We’ve never really had a big financial crisis before,” Martin shares. “This was the first time where there was a point where we felt like we probably couldn’t do the tour, ’cause of all the money stuff.”

Ultimately, the production received “some help,” which Martin says “saved the day.”

“The whole point of this tour is to be trying new things,” Martin explains. “Some of them work and some of them don’t, and that’s OK. We’re so lucky that we can survive certain losses and it’s OK.”

Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres tour kicked off in March in Costa Rica and hit the U.S. in May and June. They’ve spent the summer touring through Europe and their native U.K. and will launch a South American run this weekend.

Miranda Lambert shows off Idyllwind’s fall boot line

September 7, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Miranda Lambert has found her happy place.

The hit singer is getting ready to release the fall boot line for her Idyllwind clothing brand, and she’s giving fans a sneak peek.

Miranda took to Instagram to show off the new looks that will soon be hitting shelves, with styles ranging from tall boots to short boots coming in various colors and sizes. Among the fresh looks are powder blue, metallic blue and purple, black with gold decals, bright pink with rhinestones and metallic silver accented by pink.

“If you can’t tell by my face, this is my happy place,” Miranda says with the collection of boots behind her. “Happiness,” she adds in the caption. “Which of @idyllwind’s fall boots is calling your name?”

“We are so excited for y’all to see what’s comin’ this Fall!” Idyllwind comments.

Idyllwind apparel is available at Boot Barn.

Deluxe reissues of The Beatles’ 1966 Revolver album due out in October

September 7, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Official details have been unveiled about the deluxe reissue of The Beatles‘ classic 1966 album Revolver, which will be released in multiple configurations on October 28.

Among the versions of the reissue is a special edition that features new stereo and Dolby Atmos mixes of Revolver; the original mono mix of the album; 31 tracks of session outtakes; a four-song EP that includes the non-album tracks “Paperback Writer” and “Rain”; and a 100-page hardbound book.

The book features a foreword by Paul McCartney, an introduction by producer Giles Martin, a variety of rare photos, an essay by Questlove, track notes and commentary from Beatles historian and author Kevin Howlett and more.

The expanded collection includes five CDs, four vinyl LPs and a seven-inch vinyl EP.

Widely considered one of the greatest albums of all time, Revolver was released in August 1966 and spent multiple weeks at #1 in both the U.S. and the U.K. The album captured the band moving into the psychedelic era with its most adventurous and experimental music to date while delving into a diverse variety of genres.

Among the many highlights of the album: George Harrison‘s “Love You To,” which features traditional Indian instruments; the R&B-inspired “Got to Get You into My Life,” which was driven by a brass section; the classically influenced “Eleanor Rigby,” which features only vocals and a string section; and the mind-bending psychedelic tune “Tomorrow Never Knows.”

The special edition’s new stereo and Dolby Atmos mixes of Revolver‘s first track, “Taxman,” were released digitally Wednesday in conjunction with the announcement of the reissue, which can be preordered now.

For full details including complete track lists of the various versions of the reissue, visit TheBeatles.com.

Lewis Capaldi opens up about being diagnosed with Tourette syndrome

September 7, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Lewis Capaldi has been diagnosed with Tourette syndrome, and he’s opening up so fans understand him better.

Speaking to U.K. outlet The Sun, the “Before You Go” singer said he wanted to address his diagnosis so fans wouldn’t be confused by his tics.

“I have been diagnosed with Tourette’s,” he explained. “I wanted to speak about it because I didn’t want people to think I was taking cocaine or something.”

The Grammy nominee said obtaining a formal diagnosis has been eye-opening. “When they told me, ‘We think you’ve got Tourette’s’, I was like, ‘Do you know what? That makes so much sense,'” he recalled. He added it’s allowed him to look back at old interviews with new understanding.

Lewis outlined the kind of tics he has as well as his triggers. “My shoulder twitches when I am excited, happy, nervous or stressed. It is something I am living with,” he said, adding “It is not as bad as it looks.”

The Scottish singer is also seeking treatment to mitigate the outwardly signs of Tourette’s. “I got Botox in my shoulder to stop it moving but I’m learning new ways to cope all the time..,” he said. “Some days it’s more painful than others, sometimes it’s quite uncomfortable but I guess that’s it.”

Lewis also explained his Tourette’s “comes and goes,” adding he can “go months” without showing signs of it. “I thought I had some horrible degenerative disease so I’ll take Tourette’s,” he joked.

He is not the only singer to come forward about having Tourette syndrome. Billie Eilish opened up about her diagnosis in May on David Letterman‘s Netflix series, My Next Guest Needs No Introduction.

Lewis, who also shared his diagnosis on his Instagram story, releases a new song “Forget Me” and its accompanying music video on Friday.

The Lumineers performing during 2022 Stand Up for Heroes benefit show

September 7, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The Lumineers will perform at the 2022 Stand Up for Heroes benefit show, scheduled for November 7.

The annual music and comedy event will take place at the David Geffen Hall in New York City’s Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts as part of the 2022 New York Comedy Festival.

Now in its 16th year, Stand Up for Heroes raises money for the Bob Woodruff Foundation and its efforts to support military veterans and their families.

This year’s lineup also includes Bruce Springsteen, Broadway performer Amber Iman and comedians Hasan Minhaj, Jeff Ross, Iliza Shlesinger and Jon Stewart.

“After an incredible in person return last year, we are thrilled to welcome everyone back for another night of laughter, healing, and appreciation of our nation’s heroic veterans, featuring some of the funniest comics and most talented musicians on the planet,” says Bob Woodruff, ABC News correspondent and co-founder of the Bob Woodruff Foundation.

“Stand Up for Heroes celebrates our veterans, military and their families highlighting their remarkable stories of resilience and service,” Woodruff adds. “We know it will be an entertaining and powerful night and we hope to see you there.”

Tickets are on sale now. Visit BobWoodruffFoundation.org for more info.

Nickelback announces new album,’ Get Rollin”; listen to single “San Quentin” now

September 7, 2022 by WDNY Radio

It’s time to put the “back” back in Nickelback.

The Canadian rockers have returned to announce their first album in five years. The record, the milestone 10th studio effort from Chad Kroeger and company, is titled Get Rollin’ and will drop on November 18.

“We’ve spent the last few years making a record at a pace that gave us the freedom to create and we can’t wait for everyone to hear the new music,” Nickelback says. “We’ve missed the fans and look forward to bringing the new songs to life on stage, so let’s Get Rollin’!”

You can listen to the first single off Get Rollin’, titled “San Quentin,” now via digital outlets. The track was inspired by a meeting Kroeger had with a warden of the infamous prison.

Here’s the Get Rollin’ track list:

“San Quentin”
“Skinny Little Missy”
“Those Days”
“High Time”
“Vegas Bomb”
“Tidal Wave”
“Does Heaven Even Know You’re Missing?”
“Steel Still Rusts”
“Horizon”
“Standing in the Dark
“Just One More”
“High Time (Acoustic)”*
“Does Heaven Even Know You’re Missing? (Acoustic)”*
“Just One More (Acoustic)”*
“Horizon (Acoustic)”*

*Deluxe edition bonus tracks.

(Video contains uncensored profanity)

Adam Levine and wife Behati Prinsloo expecting third child

September 7, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Adam Levine once joked that he wanted “100 kids,” and now, he and wife Behati Prinsloo are once again on their way to reaching that goal.

The couple, already parents to daughters Dusty Rose, 5, and Gio Grace, 4, are expecting their third child, People has confirmed. On Monday, Behati’s baby bump could be seen as the couple went to lunch in Santa Barbara, CA.

In November, Behati told Entertainment Tonight that she wants “five kids” but said during the time when both Dusty and Gio were under the age of two, she didn’t want to think about expanding her family.

Behati also told ET that during COVID lockdown, “Seeing [Dusty and Gio] together, I’m like, ‘Maybe we should have a third just to have more kids,’ because it was so sweet to see [them together]. But then I don’t know. Never say never.”

No word yet on when the baby is due. Adam and Maroon 5 currently have some concert dates lined up in Southeast Asia in November and December.

Jennifer Hudson addresses rumors she’s dating Common

September 7, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Jennifer Hudson is addressing the rumors she’s dating Common.

Speaking with Entertainment Tonight, the soon-to-be daytime talk show host, who was spotted with the rapper at a restaurant in Philadelphia last month, shared her thoughts on the romance rumors.

“People create their narratives of it and it’s like, OK, you know, how you feel,” she said.

“We shot a film together and he played my husband,” Hudson added, referencing the upcoming action thriller Breathe, which also stars Milla Jovovich, Quvenzhané Wallis and Sam Worthington. “We gotta eat in between those moments,” Hudson added.

The singer and Oscar-winning actress, who is gearing up for the premiere of her daytime talk show, The Jennifer Hudson Show, also shared that while she understands why fans are interested in her personal life, she’s more interested in their stories.

“If you have a moment where you wanna sit and talk about [me], I guess we can do that too sometimes,” she said.

Katy Perry to headline True Colors Festival concert in Japan

September 7, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Katy Perry is heading to Japan in November for a special event.

The singer will be a special guest at True Colors Festival The Concert 2022, which will be performed in Tokyo twice, on November 19 and 20. Katy will be among 90 performers from 12 countries, all tied together under the theme of “One World, One Family.”

The True Colors Festival is a non-profit international festival of performing arts that celebrates diversity and inclusion via concerts, documentaries, videos, film, workshops, musicals and children’s programs. The concert will be performed with accessibility features including International Sign Language, audio description and real-time subtitles.

“What moved me to join True Colors Festival was the spirit and uniqueness of the festival’s message and the opportunity to share the stage with all these diverse artists,” says Katy in a statement. “I’m excited to be back in Tokyo to perform at this inspiring event.”

Among the other performers is singer Mandy Harvey, a deaf America’s Got Talent contestant who in 2017 earned a Golden Buzzer from Simon Cowell and came in fourth in season 12.

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