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Look back at the year in Grateful Dead world with the 2023 Grateful Dead Almanac

October 25, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Grateful Dead fans are getting a chance to look back at the year that was with the just-released 2023 Grateful Dead Almanac.

Started 31 years ago as a paper mailing to fans, the Almanac is now online, recounting all that went on in the Dead world in 2023, including the final tour of Dead & Company and what band members Bob Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, Mickey Hart and Phil Lesh were up to. It also looks back at this year’s Jerry Garcia archival releases, the Here Comes Sunshine and Wake the Flood box sets, and more.

It also gives fans a preview of what is to come, including info on the upcoming Dave’s Picks Volume 49 and a tease about Volume 50. There’s also info on new merch and a whole lot more.

To read all about Grateful Dead’s year, check out the Almanac at dead.net.

Blink-182 announces digital-only ‘ONE MORE TIME…’ album with two bonus songs

October 25, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Blink-182 has announced an expanded version of their new album, ONE MORE TIME…, featuring two bonus songs.

The digital-only set is available now exclusively through blink’s web store. The two added songs are called “CUT ME OFF” and “SEE YOU.”

Drummer Travis Barker previously teased a deluxe edition of ONE MORE TIME… in a social media post reading, “Wouldn’t it be cool if the album had 2 more songs.”

The standard ONE MORE TIME… was released Friday, October 20. It marks the first blink record to feature the classic lineup of Tom DeLonge, Mark Hoppus and Barker in over 10 years.

KISS charity sweepstakes includes ride on private jet with the band

October 25, 2023 by WDNY Radio

KISS is getting closer to saying goodbye to the road, and if you haven’t already snagged tickets to one of their End of the Road tour shows, now’s your chance.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers have just launched a new charity sweepstakes in which the winner and a guest will win a VIP experience to KISS’ Indianapolis concert on Saturday, November 25. The prize comes with access to the crew pit, where they’ll watch the show; a preshow soundcheck; and a Q&A. After the show, the winner will get to hang with the band as they fly on their legendary KISS private jet to their next show.

The winner will also be the personal guest of the band’s manager, Doc McGhee, and get a photo with the band before they take the stage. They’ll also be able to take photos with the rockers’ instruments, get a signed KISS 2023 tour poster and have the opportunity to hang at the KISS Army Captain’s Lounge.

To enter the contest, fans need to make a donation at fandiem.com; proceeds from the sweepstakes benefit Children of the Rainforest. More info can be found at fandiem.com.

KISS’ End of the Road tour hits St. Louis, Missouri, on Wednesday, October 25. They say goodbye to the road for good with shows at New York’s Madison Square Garden, December 1 and 2. A complete list of dates can be found at kissonline.com.

Dolly to hit cinemas with ‘Rockstar’ first-listen event

October 25, 2023 by WDNY Radio

To celebrate the upcoming release of her debut rock album Rockstar, Dolly Parton is treating fans to a preview of several unreleased tracks at her newly announced Dolly Parton ROCKSTAR: The Global First Listen Event.

Presented by Trafalgar Releasing, the special screening will hit movie theaters worldwide on November 15 and will feature songs off Rockstar, an exclusive interview with Dolly, a never-before-seen performance of her holiday song “Circle of Love” and a rare performance of “9 to 5.”

“I am excited to know that my fans around the world will be able to come together and be the first to hear a sneak peek of my Rockstar album,” shares Dolly. “I am so proud of this music, and I am humbled by all the wonderful artists who joined me. I cannot wait for people to hear it!”

“Dolly Parton is such an icon in the music world and to be among the first to hear her new rock music collaborations is something we are so excited to bring to fans,” says Kymberli Frueh, SVP of content and programming acquisitions at Trafalgar Releasing. “From works with legendary artists including Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Elton John, Steven Tyler and other friends, this will be a magical evening with Dolly; our beloved grammy winning musical icon.”

Tickets are available now at dollyrockstarevent.com.

Rockstar arrives November 17 and is available for preorder now.

Wilderado teams up with The National’s Matt Berninger for new version of “In Between” single

October 25, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Wilderado has released a new version of their new single “In Between” featuring guest vocals by The National frontman Matt Berninger.

“Matt is one of my favorite lyricists and singers of all time, plus he’s in one of the coolest bands ever,” says Wilderado’s Max Rainer. “We’re incredibly grateful and honored to feature him on this track.”

You can listen to the updated recording now via digital outlets.

The original “In Between” premiered in August. It follows Wilderado’s 2021 self-titled debut album, which features the singles “Head Right” and “Surefire.”

Nick Cannon and VH1 to premiere new music docuseries, ‘Nick Cannon Presents: Future Superstars’

October 25, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Nick Cannon Presents: Future Superstars is a new docuseries soon to be released by Nick Cannon and VH1.

The upcoming show will follow the journey of nine emerging artists and their rise to stardom as they embark on mainstream music success. Its mission: provide a platform for the next generation of superstars.

Featured on each of the half-hour episodes are rising stars Big Boss Vette, DW Flame, Hitman Holla, JD McCrary, Jilly, Klondike Blonde, Pop Money, Symba and Trae Two Three.

“Within this docuseries, you go on a journey with each artist as they are given the superstar starter kit with everything from artist development, publicity, touring, and mentorship to succeed in the competitive music industry,” Cannon said. “You get to see the raw behind-the-scenes footage of what it takes to be a star.”

On the series, Cannon will interview the up-and-coming talent, providing an intimate look into his role as a guide and mentor.

The series will end with a finale that looks back at the artists’ progression throughout the season.

Nick Cannon Presents: Future Superstars premieres with back-to-back episodes on VH1 on Tuesday, November 21, starting at 9 p.m. ET.

Travis Kelce reacts to having better statistics when Taylor Swift attends his NFL games

October 25, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Travis Kelce is reacting to the news that he has better statistics when Taylor Swift is in attendance at his NFL games.

On the newest episode of the New Heights with Jason and Travis Kelce podcast, Travis said it’s hard to wrap his head around the fact that his average yardage increases when Taylor is at his games. His brother, Jason Kelce, brought up the Kansas City Chiefs’ win over the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday.

“As we all saw on social media, Taylor was in attendance, and it’s turning out that it was good she was in attendance, because they put your stats up when she’s at the game and when she’s not at the game,” Jason said. “When T. Swift is at the game you are averaging 99 yards, and when you are left with only your friends and remaining family there, you are at 46.5 yards a game.”

Travis laughed it off, before referencing the infographic the NFL displayed during the game. The graphic said when Taylor isn’t at the game, Travis is “left to his own devices,” a reference to lyrics from Taylor’s Midnights track “Anti-Hero.”

“Well put,” Travis said, before reacting to his statistics. “It’s hard for me to wrap my head around that sentence, but yeah.”

Travis also reacted to Chiefs coach Andy Reid‘s post-game press conference, where he said Taylor can stay around all she wants.

“I love Coach Reid, man. What a guy. When you’re getting Big Red’s approval and blessings, you know you’re doing something right,” Travis said.

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Robert Plant’s “Stairway to Heaven” raised big bucks for cancer treatment charity

October 25, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Over the weekend, Robert Plant performed the Led Zeppelin classic “Stairway to Heaven” for the first time in 16 years. You may be wondering why he finally decided to resurrect the tune. Well, it turns out that one song raised a lot of money for charity.

Plant performed “Stairway” at a charity concert put on by former Duran Duran guitarist Andy Taylor for The Cancer Awareness Trust, where Taylor is receiving lifesaving targeted treatment for stage 4 prostate cancer. According to Kenwyn House, who played guitar that evening, Plant agreed to perform the song after a request came in from a big donor.

“Someone bid a huge amount of money for him to sing this song,” House told the fan site Led Zeppelin News. “There is a good circle of karma around it. That raised a six-figure sum for the charity, that one song.”

The last time Plant performed “Stairway” was December 10, 2007, at the Ahmet Ertegun tribute concert in London, which was also the last time Zeppelin members Plant, Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones performed together. They were backed on drums by Jason Bonham, son of their late drummer John Bonham.

The Beatles tease fans with cassette tape; is final song coming?

October 25, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Looks like The Beatles are teasing fans with some news.

The legendary band’s website and social media accounts shared a new post Wednesday, October 25, featuring an orange and white cassette tape that appears to be playing, with “Type I (Normal) Position” written at the bottom and other details blurred out.

Speculation is The Beatles are teasing their long-awaited final song, which Paul McCartney first revealed during an interview back in June.

At the time, he said artificial intelligence was used to “extricate” John Lennon’s voice from an old demo for “the last Beatles record.” He later clarified his comments, insisting, “nothing has been artificially or synthetically created.”

Russell Dickerson to drop live + acoustic album, ‘The Afterparty Deluxe’

October 25, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Russell Dickerson is set to release his new album, The Afterparty Deluxe.

Arriving November 3, the project will include both live and acoustic versions of Russell’s songs.

“‘The After Party Deluxe’ goes deeper into each song and deeper into who I am as an artist. There are full send live tracks from the RD Party and there are intimate acoustic songs that peel back deeper emotion in each song,” Russell captions his announcement post on Instagram.

“I love these songs so much I had to explore every facet of them. HERE COMES RUSSELL DICKERSON THE AFTER PARTY DELUXE ON NOV 3!!” he adds.

Fans can preview The Afterparty Deluxe with a two-song set titled Pre Party, which includes a live version of “Big Wheels” and an acoustic rendition of “Over and Over.”

Russell is currently on the road on his headlining Big Wheels and Back Roads fall tour. For a full list of dates and tickets, visit russelldickerson.com.

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