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Doja Cat’s birthday costume left little to the imagination

October 25, 2022 by WDNY Radio

We finally know what Doja Cat wore to her birthday bash…which wasn’t much.

To recap, the singer threw a star-studded sexy masquerade party to celebrate her 27th birthday. She invited stars like Shawn Mendes, Justin Bieber, Niall Horan and more.

While guests rolled up to the event wearing dramatic capes and masks — except for Niall, who dressed in his normal, everyday clothes — Doja kept reporters covering the red carpet guessing what she had underneath her dramatic cloak and mask.

The singer kept her cape tightly wrapped around herself, and it turns out it’s because she was hardly wearing anything at all underneath. She even took to Twitter to cheekily ask, “If anybody got nudes of me from last night please send cuz I wanna post em.”

Fans answered the call in abundance, but apparently the singer was hoping to see more surface online. Shortly after, she tweeted out “F***in prudes” along with a disappointed face emoji.

For the record, Doja was completely topless during the event and only opted to wear a felt choker and tiny black panties.

Fans also posted photos of Doja’s dramatic birthday cake, which was covered in black frosting and embossed with gold icing and lettering.

Now, it appears Doja is ready to celebrate the next big thing — Halloween. She has since updated her profile image to that of her wearing a dramatic witch hat and changed the header image to that of a bunch of bats flying toward a sickly green moon.

Imagine Dragons celebrate Halloween with new “Bones” video & remix

October 25, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Imagine Dragons is celebrating Halloween with a new video and remix for their song “Bones.”

The updated visual keeps the original video‘s Wall Street-meets-“Thriller” vibes while putting it through a black-and-white, flickering filter appropriate for the spooky season. The remix, which was recorded by German electronic duo twocolors, provides the soundtrack.

You can watch the “Bones” remix video streaming now on YouTube. If you happen to be in the Los Angeles area now through October 31, you can also hear the remix at the Haunt O’Ween event as part of its “Beyond the Grave Rave Dance Dome.”

The original “Bones” appears on the second half of Imagine Dragons’ new double album, Mercury — Acts 1 & 2, which was released in July.

Josh Groban’s ‘Great Big Radio City Show’ will air on PBS

October 25, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Fans of Josh Groban will still be able to check out his Great Big Radio City Show when it airs on PBS next month.

The channel confirmed the good news and teased that the “one of a kind show,” which he recorded in April, will air November 25.

According to the official description, viewers will “Experience the world-renowned baritone performing songs from many musical genres alongside several special guest stars including Cyndi Lauper, Denée Benton, New York City Ballet principal dancer Tiler Peck and more.”

Those who don’t have cable can still tune into the spectacular as it’ll also stream on PBS Passport.

This concert serves as Groban’s love letter to the city that gave him his first Tony nomination. The episode also doubles as a 50th anniversary celebration of PBS’ Great Performances series.

In addition to singing some well-loved Broadway hits, Josh will perform his best-known songs and duet with legendary recording artists, including Cyndi Lauper, with whom he will perform “Time After Time.”

The Great Big Radio City Show airs November 25 at 9 p.m. ET on PBS.

Nicki Minaj celebrates son’s second birthday with Minions-themed bash

October 25, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Nicki Minaj celebrated her son’s second birthday with a Minions-themed bash.

The rapper posted pics of the party to Instagram on Monday, including one of herself and husband Kenneth Perry holding the toddler, whom they affectionately call “Papa Bear.”

“On 9/30/22 you turned 2,” Nicki wrote. “#PapaBear, your Dad & I love you so much. You make us so happy. You’re perfect. Thank you for giving mama new meaning to life. God cover you. Always.”

Nicki also shared a video of the event, which included an “ice cream machine, cotton candy machine, smoothie machine, pop corn, magic mocktail bar, bouncy house & slide, slime station, Lego hat making station, coloring station, face painting, etc. etc.,” according to her caption.

Singer Cassie was a guest at the celebration with her two young kids. “Full circle moment,” Nicki captioned a photo featuring Cassie and the kids. “From rapping about Cassie to having kids the same age. I love you guys so much.”

Olivia Rodrigo urges fans to vote in upcoming midterm elections

October 25, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The midterm elections are fast approaching, and Olivia Rodrigo wants to make sure all eligible voters head to the polls on November 8.

The singer donned a retro white tee with the word “VOTE” embossed in crystals on her chest and addressed fans via her Instagram Story. She partnered with the nonpartisan organization I am a voter to encourage her followers to participate in the midterms.

“It’s a very important election,” she stressed, adding that America’s vote will determine “one third of the Senate… The entire House of Representatives, and a bunch of local leadership positions” on November 8.

“So many really important issues hang in the balance,” Olivia continued, adding that she is registered to vote. She added the process was “super easy.”

Olivia joins a growing list of singers, including Taylor Swift, Meghan Trainor and Pink, who are encouraging young voters to head to the polls next month.

All stress the importance of checking one’s registration status before the state deadline and signing up to participate in the upcoming election.

Hardy says he wanted to get “as dark as we could” while writing “wait in the truck”

October 25, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Hardy drew inspiration from his real life to create the story of “wait in the truck.”

The song about a man who comes across a battered and bruised woman one night while driving in his truck is inspired by how Hardy anticipates he would react if his fiancee, Caleigh Ryan, were to find herself in a similar situation.

“The inspiration for the song came from my fiancee Caleigh having a non-physical altercation with a guy at a party. I got really fired up and basically thought ‘I wish I knew where he lived.’ I would tell Caleigh to get in the truck with me, find his house and tell her to wait in the truck,” Hardy explains. “We decided to make a really deep story-song as opposed to ‘I’m going to kick your a** and be right back.’ We wanted to get as dark as we could; I think that’s what pulls the emotion out of people.”

Hardy’s duet partner, Lainey Wilson, also drew from a personal place while shooting the video. In recent months, Lainey shared that her father is experiencing health issues and was admitted to the ICU the day they shot the video. She expressed her grief on camera.

“The part I was playing was emotional, so I let myself feel all the things I was feeling and channeled them the best I could to fit how we wanted my character to come across,” she says.

Hardy and Lainey will perform “wait in the truck” at the CMA Awards, airing November 9 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.

If you are affected by abuse and needing support, or know someone who is, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, or the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673). You can also chat online at thehotline.org or online.rainn.org, respectively.

New book about the history of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp due in December

October 25, 2022 by WDNY Radio

A new book about Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp will be published on December 1.

Rock Camp: An Oral History, written by David Fishof, founder of the long-running series of star-studded gatherings, tells the story of the interactive music events through interviews with many of the people who had their rock ‘n’ roll dreams fulfilled by attending one or more of the camps.

Fishof also shares behind-the-scenes tales about how the Rock Camp was founded as well as the challenges he faced to establish the series and to organize the events.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp events give music fans and non-professional musicians the chance to interact with, play with and be mentored by a variety of well-known artists. The camps have been held at various locations around the world, including London’s Abbey Road Studios and the Whisky a Go Go club in West Hollywood, California.

Among the many stars who have taken part in Rock Camps are The Who‘s Roger Daltrey, Heart‘s Nancy Wilson, Aerosmith‘s Joe Perry, Jeff Beck and late Cream bassist Jack Bruce.

Rock Camp: An Oral History can be preordered now. All proceeds raised by sales of the book will benefit the Rock and Roll Fantasy Foundation, a charity that supports “emerging musical talents in building their path to success.”

“[Twenty-five-plus] years on I still get such a charge seeing campers on the first day and watching their reaction when they meet their Rock Star counselors and bandmates,” says Fishof in a statement. “It’s really tremendous — and now I get to share their stories with fans around the world.”

A special event celebrating the book will be held on November 16 in New York City before “The Beatles vs. The Stones”-themed edition of Rock Camp.

Roddy Ricch confirms ‘Feed the Streets III’ to release in November

October 25, 2022 by WDNY Radio

After much anticipation surrounding Roddy Ricch‘s upcoming mixtape, the Grammy-winner confirmed Feed the Streets III will release November 18.

The announcement arrives just days after releasing his latest single “Aston Martin Truck” which is expected on the new album, along with new song “Stop Breathing” the rapper dropped off in September.

“MY GIFT TO YOU,” he wrote in the Instagram announcement alongside the project’s official cover art. The image shows Roddy at the head of a dinner table full of food, holding hands with others whose eyes are closed while Roddy’s remain open.

Feed the Streets III follows the Los Angeles rapper’s latest EP, The Big 3 and his RIAA certified 2-times multi-platinum debut album Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial.

Roddy currently assists Post Malone on his Twelve Carat Tour which continues through November. Remaining tour dates can be found on Roddy Ricch’s official website.

Taylor Swift is ready to tour “when it’s time”

October 25, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Taylor Swift has already teased some as-yet-unannounced U.K. concert dates, but Monday night, she told Jimmy Fallon that she may have a more extensive trek in mind to support her new album, Midnights.

While appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Taylor responded to Fallon’s comment that she hadn’t toured in four years by saying, “I think I should do it!” As the audience cheered, Fallon asked, “Are we talking sooner than later?” to which Taylor responded, “Um, y’know, I should DO it!”

“When it’s time, you’ll let us know,” Fallon countered.

“When it’s time, we’ll do it,” Taylor agreed.

“I miss it, I really miss it,” she continued. “Y’know, when you write songs and you’re proud of the songs and you have the fans reacting…the most potent way that you can see them react is when you’re looking into their faces, do you know what I mean? I miss that a lot! I really miss that connection.”

As for the record-breaking numbers that her new album Midnights has been posting — including selling more than one million copies in just three days — Taylor said, “I’m beside myself I’m feeling very overwhelmed by the fans’ love of this record. I’m also feeling, like, very soft and fragile. The two can exist at once.”

Oh, and make sure to watch the Tonight Show video to marvel at Taylor’s ability to name 24 breeds of cats in 30 seconds.

CMA Awards 2022: Initial lineup of performers announced

October 25, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The first batch of performers for the upcoming 2022 CMA Awards has been announced.

The 56th annual CMA Awards, airing Wednesday, Nov. 9, live on ABC at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, will be filled with performances from artists including Miranda Lambert, Kelly Clarkson, HARDY, Marcus King, Jimmie Allen, Kelsea Ballerini, Carly Pearce, Carrie Underwood, Morgan Wallen, Lainey Wilson and Zac Brown Band.

Luke Bryan, who is co-hosting the show with Peyton Manning, will also take the stage to perform.

The night will open with a powerful with tribute to late country music legend Loretta Lynn, who died on Oct. 4 at the age of 90. Artists participating in the tribute performance have not yet been revealed.

The night’s star-studded performances will of course be filled with plenty of epic collaborations with fan-favorite country stars. Ballerini will sing her new song “YOU’RE DRUNK, GO HOME” with Clarkson and Pearce, HARDY and Wilson will take the stage to sing their duet “wait in the truck,” and Zac Brown Band will perform their song “Out in the Middle” with Allen and King.

Additional artists performing at the 2022 CMA Awards will be announced ahead of the show on Nov. 9.

The nominations for country music’s biggest night were revealed in September. Lainey Wilson leads this year, with six nods in major categories including album of the year, song of the year, female vocalist of the year, music video of the year, musical event of the year and new artist of the year.

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