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Jada Pinkett Smith to release “honest & gripping” memoir fall 2023

October 6, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Jada Pinkett Smith is ready to speak for herself, and she’ll do that in her new, not-yet-titled book that will release in the fall of 2023.

In partnership with Dey Street Books, the Red Table Talk host plans to publish an “honest and gripping” memoir that will chronicle lessons learned throughout her “difficult but riveting” journey. As detailed in a press release, the book will explore personal life experiences “from the depths of suicidal depression to the heights of personal rediscovery and the celebration of authentic feminine power.”

The release adds, “With no holds barred, Jada reveals her unconventional upbringing in Baltimore — from the child of two addicts to a promising theatre student and a violent interlude as a petty drug-dealer — followed by a parallel rise to stardom alongside her close friend 2Pac, then falling in love with and marrying Will Smith, and a joyous embrace of motherhood.”

At the center of the book are the “unexpected love stories” of Jada’s “complicated marriage” to Will and her relationship with herself.

“The world has imposed many labels and narratives on Jada Pinkett Smith,” Carrie Thornton, Dey Street Books VP and Editorial Director said. “This is down to the realities of our media landscape, but also the roles thrust upon women by culture.”

Thorton added, “This memoir is Jada giving the world her truth, taking readers on a journey from lost girl to woman warrior. It is my great honor to take that journey with her.”

The Kid LAROI says Justin Bieber inspired him to be a better listener

October 6, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The Kid LAROI says his “Stay” collaborator, Justin Bieber, has inspired him to become a better version of himself.

Speaking to ET Canada, the Australian singer revealed how Justin influenced him. “He’s a really good dude,” LAROI expressed. “He’s someone that whenever I’m having a hard time or something, I can go and speak to and he’s a really great listener and he gives really great advice.”

He continued, “I feel it’s very important to be a great listener. I’m still learning how to do that.” Part of that practice, he says, includes knowing when to apologize to his girlfriend when he’s not being “a good enough listener.”

LAROI added one only stands to gain when they are truly able to listen to another person, adding, “That’s really important in any relationship, friendship, whatever it is.”

The singer is also working on becoming a better person because he wants to represent his country in the same way Drake represents Canada on a global scale.

“The biggest thing is just inspiring people,” he expressed. “For me growing up, I think being in Australia it was a really big dream to come to America and be globally doing music on a big level or whatever. So I think for me, that seemed kind of almost impossible. I just want to hopefully inspire other young people and have them think that it’s not as impossible as you think.”

LAROI is currently hard at work on his debut album.

Willie Nelson says constant touring might be the secret to his long life: “It’s the best exercise”

October 6, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Many have wondered where Willie Nelson gets his energy and longevity. At 89 years old, he recently released his 72nd solo album. He also maintains a rigorous touring schedule, frequently collaborates with other artists and even wrote a memoir, called Me and Paul, that came out last month.

In a recent interview with ET Online, Willie said that he thinks keeping busy might be the secret to his long life and he’s not sure he’ll ever retire from touring.

“Oh, I don’t know. I say after every tour, I’m quitting, but after a while I need to go back,” the country legend said. “I enjoy playing, and I think it’s good for me to sing. And it’s the best exercise that I could give myself.”

Willie’s 2022 Farm Aid Festival recently returned in late September featuring his headlining performance along with his fellow Farm Aid board members John Mellencamp and Dave Matthews.

Next up, fans can revisit a particularly memorable performance from the country great: Legacy Recordings has announced plans for the release of Willie Nelson Live at Budokan, a live album recorded at Willie’s 1984 Tokyo, Japan show. The live album will be out on November 18.

Mark Knopfler, Nile Rodgers voices support for initiative aiding music-mentoring programs

October 6, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Ex-Dire Straits frontman Mark Knopfler and Chic‘s Nile Rodgers are among the well-known musicians who are sharing their support for a new initiative to raise awareness and funds for music-mentoring programs, particularly for schools attended by students from lower-income backgrounds.

The initiative, dubbed the Immersive Music Challenge, was launched Wednesday by the D’Addario Foundation in response to a new UCLA study that suggests intensive music mentoring helps improve reading and math scores. The study, which was published in June in the Journal of Youth Development, also observed that those who received music mentoring during the COVID-19 pandemic experienced a decrease in anxiety.

The campaign follows alarming revelations that reading and math scores have been persistently low throughout the U.S. in recent years, and have worsened during the pandemic.

Established in 1981, the D’Addario Foundation offers financial support to music instruction and mentoring programs in under-resourced communities around the U.S.

“Learning a musical instrument will give you a friend for life,” says Knopfler in a statement. “Now the latest research has demonstrated how vital music education is in schools. It has positive effects in all areas of learning and development: makes us smarter and makes a better world.”

He adds, “Supporting the D’Addario Foundation is a key to this approach. The foundation is growing — on a journey to becoming a global influence. I hope you can help, however you can.”

Meanwhile, Rodgers says, “To me, music in schools is the most important thing that you could ever experience — and it may be one of the best things that educators can experience as well! The consistency and the fun of doing music is one of the best things a kid can experience.”

Korn’s Jonathan Davis launching Freak on a Leash pet brand

October 6, 2022 by WDNY Radio

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In news that we can’t believe hasn’t happened already, Korn frontman Jonathan Davis has announced his own pet brand called Freak on a Leash.

The brand, which, of course, takes its name from Korn’s late ’90s nu metal classic, will offer “premium products…created for all, paying homage to the horror and rock music we love.”

“This first collection, designed exclusively by me, contains all custom products made with high-quality gunmetal hardware, leather, nylon, and plushies that will set your pet apart from the pack,” Davis says.

Freak on a Leash is set to officially launch on October, but attendees of California’s Aftershock festival can get a sneak peek this Saturday, October 8.

Meanwhile, the Davis family just welcomed a new dog, named Dante.

Demi Lovato forced to postpone Illinois show: “I woke up and had absolutely no voice”

October 6, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Demi Lovato is apologizing to their Illinois fans for canceling Wednesday’s show the day of. The hitmaker had lost their voice and was unable to go on with the performance.

Demi alerted fans, via their Instagram Story, that the show at Rosemont Theatre was postponed. “Rosemont,” the black and white statement began, “Today I woke up and had absolutely no voice.”

Continued Demi, “I’m so so sorry but it breaks my heart to tell you I have to reschedule the show. Tickets will be honored for a new date as soon as it’s announced.”

“This is the absolute last thing I want to do,” the singer explained. “I’m having so much fun with you all and I can’t wait to see you again.” Demi closed by expressing their gratitude to the fans who’ll understand the unfortunate situation.

The singer’s official tour page shared the statement to its Instagram and added in the caption, “If you have tickets, hang on to them – they will be honored for the new date as soon as its announced. Hope to see you all soon.”

It is unknown what caused Demi to lose their voice at this time and whether this will affect future performances. At this time, the singer is slated to perform this Friday, October 7 at the Fox Theater in Detroit.

Demi is touring in support of their newly released album, Holy Fvck.

It’s no ‘Rumour’: Fleetwood Mac members’ personal memorabilia heading to auction block

October 6, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Fleetwood Mac‘s Christine McVie, John McVie and Mick Fleetwood have cleared out their closets and are putting some of their most iconic memorabilia on the auction block.

Julien’s Auctions is handling the sale, which will take place live over two days — December 3 and December 4 — in Beverly Hills, as well as online at juliensauctions.com. A portion of the proceeds will benefit MusiCares, the charitable arm of the Recording Academy, which named Fleetwood Mac its Person of the Year in 2018.

Among the goodies up for grabs:

The “hanging balls” that Mick Fleetwood wore on the cover of Rumours, along with a signed art print. Estimated to bring between $100 and $200,000, the wooden balls are attached to leather cords and come with a cloth drawstring case. The balls were originally pull chains from a toilet in a club where Fleetwood Mac played back in the day.

Among Fleetwood’s other items are various drums and percussion instruments, the suit he wore in the ad campaign for Harry Styles‘ Pleasing lifestyle brand and a drumhead signed by President Bill Clinton from a private performance the band did before he left office. That’s expected to fetch between 80 and 100 grand.

Christine McVie’s items include the dress she wore on the back cover of Rumours, the baby grand piano which she used onstage to perform “Songbird,” additional keyboards and a variety of stage-worn clothes, including the boots she wore to the band’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

John McVie is selling a number of his bass guitars, including the one he used to record “The Chain,” and a surfboard that Stevie Nicks gave him when he moved to Hawaii, despite the fact that he doesn’t surf.

Visit juliensauctions.com to find out how to bid.

Taylor Swift reveals ‘Midnights’ song title number eight

October 6, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Taylor Swift‘s #MidnightsMayhemwithMe TikTok series continues — she’s just revealed the title of yet another track on her upcoming album Midnights, due out October 21.

Taylor revealed that the name of the 11th track on the album is “Karma.” Out of the 13 tracks on the album, she’s now revealed a total of eight. However, she’s evidently making fans wait for the all-important fifth track, which as every Swiftie knows is the most emotional, important track on Taylor’s albums.

Here’s the tracklisting of Midnights so far:

2. “Maroon”

3. “Anti-Hero”

6. “Midnight Rain”

7. “Question…?”

8. “Vigilante S***”

9. “Bejeweled”

10.

11. “Karma”

12. “Mastermind”

13.

Kanye West defends “White Lives Matter” shirt

October 6, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Kanye West is doubling down when it comes to his “White Lives Matter” t-shirt.

On Wednesday, in an Instagram post showing the black long-sleeve version of the top, the Yeezy founder wrote, “Here’s my latest response when people ask me why I made a tee that says white lives matter… THEY DO.”

Ye, 45, received backlash over the shirt after wearing it during his surprise Yeezy Season 9 show at Paris Fashion Week on Monday.

In a later Wednesday post, the Donda rapper said that everyone’s interest in his shirt took away from other shows during PFW.

“My tee s*** on everybody’s showssss,” he declared. “Nothing happened but my t-shirt… To the Arnaults that hire anybody that worked for me remember my one t shirt took allllll the attention.”

Ashanti shares graphic photos of sister for Domestic Violence Awareness Month: “My sister is a warrior!”

October 6, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Singer/songwriter Ashanti shared shocking images to her Instagram Wednesday of her younger sister’s bruised and bloody body parts.

In light of October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Grammy winner penned a heartfelt message to her sister Kenashia “Shia” Douglas, posting the graphic images with hopes the story might help others who are victims of domestic abuse.

“Words will never be able to express the amount of pain, fury and disgust I feel reliving these moments,” Ashanti started. “But at the same time I am so proud of how strong, courageous, resilient and unbreakable you are.”

She continued, “My sister is a warrior! I love you deep and infinitely. Thank you for being so brave and bringing awareness to this evil, vile and sad behavior that so many women face every day. You did it! You won! Some women feel so scared that they have no way out… by sharing your story you bring hope, strength & continue to raise awareness for Domestic Violence.”

In celebration of her birthday in 2020, Shia took to Instagram with her own personal video showcasing transformative moments in her life. The more than two-minute visual includes a few of the same horrifying images of her beat-up body that Ashanti shared in her post.

“God continues to bless you every day as you grow, prosper… and walk in your purpose…your heart, mind and conscience are clear…you will get back EVERYTHING YOU DESERVE!!! The universe always wins!” Ashanti’s message continued.

The 41-year-old entertainer assured Shia of her unwavering love and support and expressed excitement for the “next chapter” in her life as the creator of holistic lifestyle brand, The Wife of Creation.

“Im here by your side always and forever with whatever against whoever!,” Ashanti wrote. “Loving you infinitely.”

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