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Summer Walker announces ‘Girls Need Love (Girls Mix)’ EP

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Summer Walker is celebrating the fifth anniversary of Last Day of Summer with the upcoming remix release of one of the album’s most popular songs.

She’ll soon put out the Girls Need Love (Girls Mix) EP, a compilation album of five remix versions to the original 2019 track “Girls Need Love.”

Comprising the project, expected out October 20, will be three new iterations featuring Victoria Monét, Tyla and Tink, along with the original song and an acoustic version.

Upon announcing the upcoming EP Monday, October 16, Summer surprised fans with the acoustic mix, available now for streaming on major platforms.

In related Last Day of Summer news: The singer’s debut mixtape earned RIAA-certified Platinum status; she alerted fans on Instagram of the milestone and thanked them for their support.

“To thank you guys after 5 years of loving this project, I’m releasing new Girls Need Love Remixes Friday,” she wrote.

Summer earned her first Billboard Hot 100 entry with the first “Girls Need Love” remix featuring Drake.

Carlos Santana + Blood, Sweat and Tears docs earn Critics Choice Documentary Awards nominations

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Documentaries about Carlos Santana and Blood, Sweat and Tears are among the nominees for the eighth annual Critics Choice Documentary Awards, presented by National Geographic Documentary Films.

The Santana doc Carlos and What The Hell Happened to Blood, Sweat and Tears are both nominated for Best Musical Documentary, where they will compete with Love To Love You, Donna Summer; Little Richard: I Am Everything; Ladies First: A Story of Women in Hip-Hop; the Jon Batiste doc American Symphony and the just-released blockbuster, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour.

Winners will be announced at a gala November 12. The ceremony, taking place at The Edison Ballroom in New York City, will be livestreamed on Facebook, YouTube and X.

A complete list of nominees can be found at criticschoice.com.

Dierks, Lainey, Luke Combs + more tapped for Charlie Worsham’s ‘Compadres’

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Charlie Worsham‘s new star-studded EP, Compadres, has arrived.

The five-track set features collaborations with some of country music’s biggest stars, including Luke Combs, Dierks Bentley and Lainey Wilson.

“Imma a big fan of ya @charlieworsham! This album is awesome and it was an honor to join you on ‘Handful of Dust,'” Lainey shares on X, formerly known as Twitter.

“I’ve never had more fun making a record in my life, and I can’t think of a better way to thank my longtime fans for sticking with me or a better way to introduce new fans to who I am,” shares Charlie. “I’m proud of each and every song and compadre in this collection, and I’m excited knowing that today is just the beginning.”

Compadres is available wherever you listen to music.

Here’s the Compadres track list:

“Creekwater Clear” featuring Elle King
“Handful of Dust” featuring Lainey Wilson
“How I Learned To Pray” featuring Luke Combs
“Kiss Like You Dance” featuring Kip Moore
“Things I Can’t Control” featuring Dierks Bentley

Ed Sheeran and Shawn Mendes contribute to Jung Kook’s debut solo album

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

BTS star Jung Kook revealed the details of the track list for his debut solo album, GOLDEN, on October 15, and fans were excited to see who had a hand in writing some of the material.

In addition to the hit “Seven” with Latto and “3D” with Jack Harlow, the album also features appearances by Major Lazer and DJ Snake. Fans, however, were most interested to see that Ed Sheeran is listed as a co-writer of one of the songs, “Yes or No,” while Shawn Mendes has a writing credit on another song called “Hate You.”

Ed co-wrote one of BTS’ biggest hits, “Permission to Dance.” Shawn and Ed are friends, but it’s not clear if their appearance on the album is a concerted effort.

GOLDEN, featuring production from hitmakers Jon Bellion, Andrew Wyatt and Diplo, arrives November 3.

Gloria Gaynor praises Madonna’s “I Will Survive” cover: “you have excellent taste in music”

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Madonna kicked off her Celebration Tour in London Saturday, October 14, and in addition to her many hits, she performed a cover of the Gloria Gaynor classic “I Will Survive.” Well, Gloria was all for it.

Gaynor took to Instagram to give Madonna her seal of approval, sharing video of Madonna singing the tune while strumming her acoustic guitar.

“@Madonna congratulations on the launch of#TheCelebrationTour at the @theo2london,” she wrote. “So happy that you are in good health and ready to have a holiday with fans around the world! By the way, you have excellent taste in music!”

Madonna’s Celebration Tour returns to London’s O2 arena Tuesday, October 17. It hits the States on December 13 in Brooklyn, New York. A complete list of dates can be found at madonna.com.

Grunge N’ Roses: Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready jams “Paradise City” during Seattle GN’R show

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Mike McCready helped bring some grunge to Guns N’ Roses‘ concert in Seattle Saturday, October 14.

The Pearl Jam guitarist joined the “Welcome to the Jungle” rockers onstage to play along with a show-closing rendition of “Paradise City.”

PJ drummer Matt Cameron, who attended the show, posted footage of the live collaboration in his Instagram Story.

GN’R previously rocked “Paradise City” with Dave Grohl and Carrie Underwood, among others.

The Grunge N’ Roses tour continues Monday, October 16, in Vancouver with openers Alice in Chains.

Barry Manilow to do five-night run at New York’s Radio City Music Hall next year

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Barry Manilow has announced another series of concerts in his New York City hometown.

While he usually performs in Las Vegas, Barry will take over New York’s Radio City Music Hall next year for five consecutive nights: April 17 through April 21. He did a similar series of shows in May and June. Tickets for all five shows go on sale Friday, October 20, at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster.com.

In other Barry Manilow news, he’s mourning the death of his longtime friend, fellow ’70s icon Suzanne Somers, who died October 15 after a long battle with breast cancer.

“She was the sister I never had and my close confidant forever,” Barry told People in a statement. “We shared triumphs and heartaches. Her fame in so many fields overshadowed her real talent as one of our greatest comedic actors, a loving mother, an amazing homemaker, and one of the world’s best cooks. I will miss her dearly and hope that she is now out of pain and at peace.”

Barry and Somers were neighbors in Palm Springs, California. In 2017, she told People she met Barry in a recording studio in 1982 and they bonded over having been the target of public ridicule: Somers for her ditzy antics on Three’s Company and Barry for his unfortunate “Copacabana”-inspired wardrobe.

“He didn’t say hello but looked at me and said, ‘Oh, you’re the other one they make fun of,'” she recalled. “And I said, ‘I know — it’s always you and me.’ I instantly felt comfortable with him and could let my guard down and just be.”

Duran Duran’s Andy Taylor headlining charity event with special guests Robert Plant and Andrew Ridgeley

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Former Duran Duran guitarist Andy Taylor is ready to take the stage again to help raise money for a good cause.

The rocker, who is currently battling stage 4 prostate cancer, has announced a concert at Soho Farmhouse in Oxfordshire, England, with special guests Robert Plant, Wham’s Andrew Ridgeley and others. The October 21 event, An Evening with Andy Taylor and Special Guests, will raise money for The Cancer Awareness Trust, where Taylor has been undergoing lifesaving targeted treatment.

“Over recent months, it’s been a real honour & lifesaver working with Professor Sir Chris Evans & CAT – The Cancer Awareness Trust…,” Taylor writes on Instagram. “Having such a transformative journey, one where the generosity of spirt has carried me to a better place, enlightened me as to what my better purpose can be, now that I have some life back, which is bloody amazing by the way.”

In addition to the performances, the night will include an auction featuring the works of Banksy, Pablo Picasso, Mr Doodle and others.

Although the event isn’t open to the public, Taylor is giving at least two fans a way to get in the door. He’s holding a contest where the winner will receive two VIP “meet, greet & mingle” tickets,” a night’s hotel stay, food and more.

According to Taylor, all money raised “will go directly into patient care, the type of care I’ve received.”

Dolly Parton to perform her biggest hits + ‘Rockstar’ tracks at Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving day game

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Dolly Parton is set to perform on The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Kickoff Halftime Show at the Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving day game.

The global music icon will sing her big hits as well as tracks from her upcoming debut rock album, Rockstar, dropping November 17.

“Wow! What an honor to get to kick off The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign with the halftime show during the Dallas Cowboys game this Thanksgiving,” Dolly shares in a press release. “Those Red Kettles have long been a symbol of hope for our friends and neighbors who are facing hard times.”

“My goal is to encourage everyone who can to donate and support their neighbors in need,” she adds. “Every small act of generosity helps, and together, we can all love our neighbors this holiday season and beyond.”

“Dolly’s contagious energy and positive spirit are just what we need to support The Salvation Army’s enormous effort to make this holiday bright for millions of individuals and families in need,” shares Charlotte Jones, executive vice president and chief brand officer for the Dallas Cowboys and former national advisory board chairperson for The Salvation Army.

The Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving day game against the Washington Commanders airs live from AT&T Stadium November 23 at 4:30 p.m. ET on CBS.

For more information and to donate to The Salvation Army, visit salvationarmyusa.org.

Sam Hunt plots Outskirts Tour 2024

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Sam Hunt has announced his headlining Outskirts Tour 2024.

Produced by Live Nation, the arena trek kicks off February 22 in Grand Rapids, with stops in Louisville, Nashville, Knoxville, Savannah and more, before concluding in Charlottesville, Virginia, on April 13.

Brett Young and Lily Rose, who opened for Sam on his recent Summer On The Outskirts Tour, will again join him as openers.

Tickets go on sale Friday, October 20, at 10 a.m. local time. Presale begins Wednesday, October 18, at 10 a.m.

For the full Outskirts Tour 2024 schedule, visit Sam’s website.

Additionally, Sam is set to drop a fresh track, “Came the Closest,” on Friday, October 20.

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