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Dylan un-covered: Hit songs written by Bob Dylan

May 22, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Legendary singer/songwriter Bob Dylan turns 85 on Sunday.

While Dylan has been called one of the greatest American songwriters, not many people are as effusive about his singing voice. But the love of his songwriting has led many artists to cover Dylan’s songs, sometimes landing bigger hits than Dylan himself.

Here’s a look at some of the more iconic Dylan covers:

“All Along the Watchtower” – Dylan’s version came out in 1967, but the song is probably most recognized for Jimi Hendrix’s 1968 rendition, which appeared on the Jimi Hendrix Experience album Electric Ladyland. The song has subsequently been covered artists like Pearl Jam, U2 and Dave Matthews Band.

“Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door” – Dylan’s 1973 version peaked at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100. It saw renewed popularity thanks to Guns N’ Roses’ 1987 cover, which was recorded for the Tom Cruise movie Days of Thunder and appeared on Guns’ album Use Your Illusion II.

“Make You Feel My Love” – Lots of artists have covered Dylan’s 1997 love song, including Billy Joel for his 1997 Greatest Hits Volume III compilation, although he called it “To Make You Feel My Love.” Other notable covers include Adele’s take, which appeared on her debut album, 19, and Garth Brooks’ version, using Joel’s title, which was featured in the 1998 movie Hope Floats.

“Mr. Tambourine Man” – Dylan’s version was released in March 1965, but it became a huge success when the Byrds released their take a month later as their debut single, which went to #1. Both versions have been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

“Blowin’ in the Wind” – Just one month after Dylan’s 1963 release of the song, Peter, Paul & Mary released their cover, which spent five weeks at #1 and won two Grammys. Both versions have been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

Dylan un-covered: Hit songs written by Bob Dylan

May 22, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Legendary singer/songwriter Bob Dylan turns 85 on Sunday.

Here’s a look at some of the more iconic Dylan covers:

Alex Warren’s ready to hit the road in North America, with some help from Ed Sheeran

May 22, 2026 by WDNY Radio

After storming through Europe, Alex Warren starts the North American leg of his arena headlining tour on Memorial Day in Nashville. Alex said that when he’s on tour, he finds it helpful to ask for advice from a friend who’s been headlining stadiums worldwide for years now: Ed Sheeran.

“My problem is I focus really hard on these performances. And so I email Ed a lot about, like, just kind of like how to handle not having a good performance,” Alex told ABC Audio. “I think it’s inevitable. We’re human. … If I play five shows in a row, one of them is bound to be bad.”

“And he helps me a lot with just, like, kind of realizing that we’re all human and also, the issues that I have, people might not realize,” he added. “And if I do, they forget about it.”

Alex also told ABC Audio that another famous friend, Shawn Mendes, has given him advice about what products to use to help him maintain his voice on tour.

As for the tour itself, Alex joked to ABC Audio that the production will be “a fun time to, like, sing some depressing songs.” He’ll also be playing some new material, including his recent singles “Fever Dream” and “Fine Place to Die.” Plus he has another new song, “Passenger,” waiting in the wings.

After wrapping up his European dates, Alex wrote on Instagram, “This was the best 7 weeks of my life and shows I can’t wait to tell my future kids about. THANK YOU to every single fan who showed up and made this so special. I will never forget you. NORTH AMERICA ARE YALL READY?!”

Jack White’s Third Man Records announces Release Lab education series

May 22, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Jack White’s label, Third Man Records, has announced an education series about album release campaigns.

Dubbed the Third Man Release Lab, the online program is divided into two parts taking place June 8 and 9.

“Whether you’re an artist, independent label, or simply interested in the mechanics of the music industry, this series offers something for everyone interested in how modern release campaigns take shape,” Third Man says.

The first course, on June 8, will focus on the history of Third Man’s distribution and marketing efforts and strategies. The June 9 course will be dedicated to the campaign behind White’s 2024 solo album, No Name, which was first released without any prior announcement exclusively in the Third Man Records stores in Detroit, Nashville and London.

Registration for the Third Man Release Lab is free and open now.

You can also catch White live on his upcoming U.S. tour, launching in July.

6lack is pushing love on his new album, ‘Love is the New Gangsta’

May 22, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Many people have an agenda. With his brand-new album, 6lack’s agenda is to push the message of love.

Love is the New Gangsta is what he came up with. It’s a title that reflects his current era and gives new meaning to the word “gangsta.”

“When I was growing up, I kind of attributed that phrase to cool. And you grow up thinking certain things are cool that, as you mature, you realize what really is cool,” he tells ABC Audio. 6black says that means taking care of himself, his family and his community.

“I just felt like it was something that needed to be reiterated, that love being at the core of what you do is not something to be ashamed of,” he says.

6lack says love has always been central to his music, but the message became clearer as he became more focused on accountability and growth. He explains that while his previous album, Since I Have a Lover, centered on learning the tools to improve his life, this project reflects putting those lessons into practice.

“This album has been me actually doing the work in my life first and then once the work is done … I go into the studio and then I can be creative. And then I can be productive. So taking care of life first and then creating after,” he says.

He hopes Love is the New Gangsta will encourage listeners to confront issues they may avoid.

“Accountability has been my biggest focus recently,” he says, “so not just saying that I wanna do something about what needs to be fixed in my life, but really showing up and really proving it.”

Ultimately, 6lack’s focus is “growth and development.” “That is all I care about,” he says.

DED announces deluxe version of ‘Resent’ album

May 21, 2026 by WDNY Radio

DED has announced a deluxe version of the band’s latest album, 2025’s Resent.

The expanded set is due out July 3 and includes five new songs, as well as six demo recordings. One of the bonus tracks, called “Weapon,” is out now.

“This is a straight-up quintessential DED track, encompassing all of the things the band is known for sonically,” frontman Joe Cotela says in a statement. “Thematically, it’s about how truly powerful music can be. It has the strength and capability to carry us through the trials and tribulations of life — through self-empowerment, reinforcement, or even escapism.”

Cotela continues, “Music can raise awareness, unify people, and serve as the safest place for both the artist and the listener to exist freely beyond the constraints of being in a body.”

DED will launch a U.S. tour in July.

(Video contains uncensored profanity.)

Liverpool bar changes its name in celebration of Paul McCartney’s new album

May 21, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Liverpool bar, record store and music venue The Jacaranda has changed its name in honor of the upcoming release of Paul McCartney’s latest solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane.

In a post on Instagram, the bar announced that they’ve teamed with McCartney and renamed themselves The Maccaranda.

“In celebration of our former performer and customer’s new album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, out 29 May, we’ve temporarily changed our name,” the venue wrote. “Pop by The Maccaranda and try Paul’s own cocktail, the Maccarita.”

The Maccaranda is set to host a The Boys of Dungeon Lane pre-release listening party on Friday. They are also selling a special edition of the album, which comes in black or pink vinyl and includes a 1960 replica Jacaranda Club membership card, among other things.

The Jacaranda opened in Liverpool in 1957 and was a well known spot for up-and-coming artists; Beatles members John Lennon, Stuart Sutcliffe, George Harrison and McCartney, were frequent visitors.

The bar’s first manager, Allan Williams, became The Beatles’ unofficial manager and arranged their 1960 residency in Hamburg, Germany. He also introduced the band to their future drummer, Ringo Starr.

McCartney’s The Boys of Dungeon Lane features songs about McCartney’s childhood in Liverpool, early adventures with future Beatles bandmates Harrison and Lennon, and more. It comes out on May 29.

Watch new live video for Dexter and the Moonrocks’ ‘Freakin’ Out’

May 21, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Dexter and the Moonrocks have premiered a new live video for their single “Freakin’ Out.”

“This song is the biggest rock song in the world right now,” drummer Ryan Fox tells the crowd before launching into the performance.

Indeed, “Freakin’ Out” has given Dexter and the Moonrocks their first crossover hit and is currently sitting in the top 40 on the all-genre Billboard Hot 100.

The “Freakin’ Out” live video is now streaming on YouTube.

“Freakin’ Out” was released in March. It follows the 2025 Dexter EP, Donkey Flats.

Dexter and the Moonrocks will launch a U.S. tour in June. They’re releasing a new song called “12 Steps” on May 27.

(Video contains uncensored profanity.)

Cardi B’s contemplating another tour run

May 21, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Cardi B may have been bitten by the tour bug. Taking to X Spaces on Wednesday, she shared that she hopes to hit the road again soon.

“A lot of people been asking about another leg for a tour. I do want to go on tour real soon. I will ideally like to go on tour, I’ll say about September, October so I could be off November and December and January,” she said. “However, motherf****** gotta come correct. I feel like I showed them how much money I could make and could gross.”

“I’m just weighing my options. When you sell tickets, you got options,” she continued. “You actually have people fighting for you. So that’s what I’m really waiting on. Like, what choice am I going to make? I’ll probably make my decision in two weeks or so.”

Cardi kicked off the Little Miss Drama tour, her first headlining arena trek, in February, and wrapped April 18. The run grossed more than $70 million, according to Billboard Boxscore — a point she also addressed in her Spaces session.

“My tour didn’t supposedly gross $70 million. It actually did gross $70 million. Ya’ll hear gross $70 million, y’all not really making maths,” she said, before explaining how she got paid and revealing she spent $35 million of her own money on repairs, flights and late fees.

Cardi has also been back in the studio, as seen on her Instagram Story. She posted a photo with her headphones, alongside the caption, “Back to my passion …and it feels good.”

Bonnie Raitt pays tribute to Stephen Colbert: ‘We need you more than ever’

May 21, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Bonnie Raitt has penned a tribute to Stephen Colbert, who is signing off The Late Show Thursday night.

“As we’re forced to say goodbye to one of our most brilliant, hilarious and beloved shows, @colbertlateshow, I want to thank Stephen and his incredible team for the eleven years of astonishing gifts they’ve given us all,” she wrote on Instagram next to a photo of one of her appearances. “How insane that the number one show in that time slot is being booted off the air because some in power can’t take a joke or alternative points of view.”

“Here’s hoping that after a wee, well-deserved break, you’ll find a way to once again illuminate and delight us in an exciting new chapter,” she added. “We need you more than ever.”

Raitt then thanked Colbert for “your kindness in having us on your show,” and for “showcasing the incredible talents” of his bandleaders Jon Batiste and Louis Cato. She noted, “What an honor for us all.”

The post concluded, “God bless and til next time, here’s to us all still speaking our truths to power.”

CBS announced the The Late Show‘s cancellation in July 2025, noting it was a financial decision.

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