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Elton John’s musical ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ to open in London in October 2024

September 13, 2023 by WDNY Radio

If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again. Elton John‘s musical version of The Devil Wears Prada, which was savaged by critics when it ran last year in Chicago, is opening on London’s West End next year.

According to Playbill, this production of the musical will have a new director and a “totally new creative team.” The music is still written by Elton, with lyrics by Shaina Taub, but the West End Theatre website reports that this show will be a “brand-new reimagined production” that has been “substantially reworked.”

The show is, of course, based on the 2003 book by Lauren Weisberger, which spawned the hit 2006 movie of the same name starring Meryl Streep as the imperious fashion editor Miranda Priestly and Anne Hathaway as her hapless assistant Andy.

The show will get a preview in Plymouth, England, in July of 2024 before it opens at the West End’s Dominion Theatre in October of 2024.

Variety dinged the Chicago production for its “sincere and fairly dull songs” and “overly respectful and frankly miscalculated approach to its source materials.”

On This Day, September 13, 2019: Singer Eddie Money dies at age 70

September 13, 2023 by WDNY Radio

On This Day, September 13, 2019…

Singer Eddie Money passed away at the age of 70 after a battle with cancer.

Throughout his career, Money had 11 Top 40 songs, including two Top 10 hits, “Take Me Home Tonight,” with Ronnie Spector, which peaked at #2 in 1986, and “Walk on Water,” which went to #9 in 1988.

Other classic Money songs include “Baby Hold On,” “Two Tickets to Paradise,” “Think I’m in Love” and “Shakin’.”

Money’s health began to decline in July of 2019; he developed pneumonia after undergoing a heart valve replacement. In August of that year, he revealed he had been diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer, and died a month later at Keck Hospital of USC in Los Angeles.

Alicia Keys, Grandmaster Flash to receive Ice Medal of Honor awards at inaugural Black music celebration

September 13, 2023 by WDNY Radio

The Black American Music Association announced today, September 13, the Ice Medal of Honor Awards to celebrate legends and trailblazers of Black American music.

The Imperial Crown of Excellence inaugural Black-tie event, scheduled to take place at Atlanta’s Ray Charles Performing Arts Center at Morehouse College on October 15, will pay tribute to groundbreaking artists who’ve contributed to Black music’s 100-year legacy and indelible impact on culture.

First year honorees include Alicia Keys, who’ll receive the Ella Fitzgerald Gold Standard Award, Grandmaster Flash, recipient of the Transformative Award, and Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, who’ll take home the Creative Impact Award, as well as philanthropist Robert Smith, Motown Production’s first Black woman president, Suzanne de Passe, and Jeffrey Harleston of Universal Music Group.

The first-of-its-kind evening will feature music from Dancing with the Stars music director Ray Chew, live performances, speeches and a special segment curated by Wyclef Jean and gospel great Donald Lawrence.

The ceremony will also pay tribute to Michael Jackson with the Michael Jackson Icon Award.

“We are thrilled to launch the ICE Medal of Honor and to recognize these outstanding individuals who have made an enduring mark on the world through their art and creativity,” event co-producer Michael Mauldin said.

Olivia Rodrigo announces GUTS world tour with opening acts The Breeders, PinkPantheress & more

September 13, 2023 by WDNY Radio

After giving fans a taste of how the new songs from her album GUTS would play onstage at the MTV VMAs, Olivia Rodrigo has announced a world tour.

“Soooo excited to announce the GUTS world tour!!!!” Olivia wrote on Instagram. “Register for ticket access at oliviarodrigo.com and stay tuned for more dates coming soon!!!”

According to the posting, the tour gets underway February 23 in Palm Springs, California, and is mapped out through an August 14 date in Los Angeles. The schedule also includes dates in the U.K., Canada and Europe. The venues haven’t been announced yet.

Opening acts include legendary ’90s alt-rockers The Breeders — who’ll appear at the two scheduled New York City dates on April 5 and 6, as well as on the LA dates on August 13 and 14 — plus PinkPantheress, Remi Wolf and Chappell Roan.

Here’s how you can win a chance to sing onstage with Rod Stewart in Las Vegas

September 13, 2023 by WDNY Radio

It’s common for superstar artists to raise money for charity by auctioning off prizes like a VIP trip to see them in concert. But Rod Stewart is going above and beyond that: He’s giving fans a chance to win the opportunity to sing with him live onstage in Las Vegas during his residency at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

Rod has teamed up with the website Prizeo to offer the amazing prize. He writes, “Not only will I cover your flights and accommodation in a stunning hotel in Las Vegas, but I’ll also give you premium tickets to enjoy my show from some of the best seats in the house. But wait, there’s more!”

“I’m also giving you the chance of a lifetime to join me on stage and sing along to one of my iconic hits!” he continues. “Imagine basking in the spotlight, surrounded by fellow fans, and sharing the electrifying energy that defines my concerts.”

So how do you get in on this deal? By donating money to The Prince’s Trust, which helps disadvantaged young people develop essential life skills and access job opportunities. A donation of $10 gets you 100 entries; $25 gets you 250 entries, and so on. Higher levels of donation also come with merch like T-shirts.

You can also enter without donating, but you’ll have more chances if you pony up the cash.

Of course, before you enter, check your calendar and make sure you’re free on November 11, because that’s when the tickets are for.

He really does feel like dancing: Jason Mraz is competing on ABC’s ‘Dancing with the Stars’

September 13, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Maybe Jason Mraz‘s recent hit “I Feel Like Dancing” should have been the tip off: He’s joined the cast of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars.

As revealed on Wednesday, September 13 on ABC’s Good Morning America, Jason will be dancing with pro Daniella Karagach.

The Grammy-winning singer may do pretty well in the competition: In the video for “I Feel Like Dancing,” he shows off some pretty fancy footwork. Also, he’s friendly with season 25 second-place finisher Lindsey Stirling — she appears in the video — so maybe she’s given him some tips.

Joining Jason in the ballroom this season are celebrities like actress Alyson Hannigan, Brady Bunch alum Barry Williams, Oscar winner Mira Sorvino, reality star Ariana Madix, singer/actress Jamie Lynn Spears and model Tyson Beckford.

Season 19 winner Alfonso Ribeiro will co-host the show, alongside former pro and judge Julianne Hough, a two-time Mirrorball champ. Derek Hough, Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli are back as judges.

The new season of Dancing with the Stars premieres Tuesday, September 26 on ABC and Disney+.

Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival coming to pay-per-view

September 13, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Eric Clapton will be hosting the seventh installment of his Crossroads Guitar Festival on September 23 and 24 in Los Angeles, and fans who can’t make it to California for the show will now be able to enjoy the music from the comfort of their own home.

The festival has teamed with Joe Hand Productions to bring the concerts to pay-per-view across cable and streaming outlets. Each show will be available for purchase starting at 7 p.m. ET each day, at a cost of $24.99 per day, or $39.99 for both days.

Clapton is set to headline both nights of the festival, with the lineup made up of artists like ZZ Top, Santana, Stephen Stills, Gary Clark, Jr., John Mayer Trio, Sheryl Crow, Robert Randolph, Roger McGuinn, Buddy Guy, Jimmy Vaughan, Joe Bonamassa and Jakob Dylan.

Proceeds from the shows, as well as an online auction, benefit The Crossroads Centre at Antigua, a rehab facility founded by Clapton. More information on the festival, including the complete lineup, can be found at crossroadsguitarfestival.com.

Jelly Roll recalls feeling the immediate impact of his Hulu documentary

September 13, 2023 by WDNY Radio

With five nominations notched as a first-time CMA Awards nominee, Jelly Roll‘s truly been on a roll this year.

Earlier in May, he released his Hulu documentary, Jelly Roll: Save Me, which set the stage for his debut country album, Whitsitt Chapel, in June. Speaking with ABC Audio recently, Jelly recounts the almost immediate impact he felt as soon as his candid documentary premiered.

“Nothing I’ve ever done in my life — no birthday, no accomplishment, no anything — has made my phone erupt the way this documentary has made my phone erupt. It is crazy,” recalls Jelly.

“I probably shouldn’t say this, but I’ll be really honest. I looked the night the documentary came out and one of my old albums was in the top five on iTunes on all genres,” he says. “And that’s clearly just people [who] had just found Jelly Roll that night and were going to see his old stuff.”

Jelly’s currently #35 on the country charts with his new Lainey Wilson-assisted single, “Save Me.”

To catch Jelly on his ongoing Backroad Baptism Tour, visit his website.

Biffy Clyro offshoot Empire State Bastard teases first US shows: “We leave it all out there”

September 13, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Biffy Clyro offshoot band Empire State Bastard will make their U.S. live debut at the 2023 Riot Fest, held September 15-17 in Chicago. Speaking with ABC Audio, frontman Simon Neil shares that you can expect “visceral … ecstatic, psychedelic stoner hardcore music” from the live ESB experience.

“Not to sound like I’m a f****** sportsman, but we leave it all out there in the show,” Neil says. “There’s no doubt that you’ll have seen Empire State Bastard.”

Neil adds that he and ESB bandmate Mike Vennart experience a “spasm of expression” live, though he also makes sure to bring some levity to the show.

“When the music’s this intense, I think it’s important to not make it an oppressive experience,” Neil says. “So there hopefully will be few smiles, as well.”

Following Riot Fest, ESB will play a few shows in New York City before heading back to Europe. Neil hopes to play more shows in the U.S., possibly on the West Coast, but you probably shouldn’t expect a full Empire State Bastard tour.

“These shows feel so primal and vital that we don’t want it to become too habitual,” Neil says. “If it’s muscle memory and it becomes too performative, then I think it kinda goes against the essence of what ESB is.”

Empire State Bastard’s debut album, Rivers of Heresy, is out now. It also features ex-Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo, who plays live with ESB, as well.

2023 MTV VMAs: The winners

September 13, 2023 by WDNY Radio

The 2023 MTV VMAs aired Tuesday night live from the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Here’s a list of the winners:

VIDEO OF THE YEAR
Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”

ARTIST OF THE YEAR
Taylor Swift

SONG OF THE YEAR
Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”

SONG OF SUMMER
Jung Kook ft. Latto, “Seven”

ALBUM OF THE YEAR
Taylor Swift, Midnights

BEST NEW ARTIST
Ice Spice

PUSH PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR
April 2023: Tomorrow X Together, “Sugar Rush Ride”

BEST COLLABORATION
Karol G, Shakira, “TQG”

GROUP OF THE YEAR
BLACKPINK

BEST HIP-HOP
Nicki Minaj, “Super Freaky Girl”

BEST K-POP
Stray Kids, “S-Class”

BEST AFROBEATS
Rema & Selena Gomez, “Calm Down”

VIDEO FOR GOOD
Dove Cameron, “Breakfast”

BEST ALTERNATIVE
Lana Del Rey ft. Jon Batiste, “Candy Necklace”

BEST LATIN
Anitta, “Funk Rave”

BEST POP
Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”

BEST ROCK
Måneskin, “The Loneliest”

BEST R&B
SZA, “Shirt”

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY
Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”

BEST DIRECTION
Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”

BEST ART DIRECTION
Doja Cat, “Attention”

BEST VISUAL EFFECTS
Taylor Swift, “Anti-Hero”

BEST CHOREOGRAPHY
BLACKPINK, “Pink Venom”

BEST EDITING
Olivia Rodrigo, “vampire”

VIDEO VANGUARD
Shakira

GLOBAL ICON
Diddy

+ More