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Blondie shares birthday tribute to late drummer Clem Burke

November 24, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Blondie is paying tribute to their late drummer, Clem Burke, on what would have been the rocker’s 71st birthday.

“We lost our friend and drummer Clem Burke in April of this year,” they wrote on Instagram next to a photo of Clem behind the drum kit. “Clem was the heartbeat of Blondie – vital to our sound, success, and spirit.”

“His extraordinary talent, infectious enthusiasm, and fierce work ethic shaped everything we did,” they continued. “From the moment he answered our Village Voice ad for a ‘freak energy musical experienced drummer,’ our lives changed forever.” The post also included a photo of that ad.

Finally, they note, “We believe his energy lives on—somewhere still vibrant, echoing in ways we can’t yet understand. Happy Birthday, Clem — wherever you are.”

Burke died April 6 following a private battle with cancer.

Blondie is due to release a new record, High Noon, in 2026, which Clem recorded with the band before his death.

Megan Moroney on her ‘sassy’ new album, pop pals and Taylor Swift: ‘I’d like to thank her’

November 24, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Megan Moroney‘s new album, Cloud 9, is coming Feb. 20, and while she loves it, she’ll be OK if you don’t.

Speaking to People StyleWatch, Megan says, “This is my best foot forward for where I’m at, and if you don’t like it, then you just don’t like my music, and that’s okay, because I really love it and I’m the one that’s got to get up there and sing it every night.”

Megan calls Cloud 9 her “favorite child” among her albums, joking, “I think I would ditch the first two for this one.” She describes the music as “sassy” with some sarcasm thrown in. Megan also shares that it will include a song she’s been teasing for a few years: “Wedding Dress.”

She explains, “Had [the fans] not been constantly bugging me about it, it probably wouldn’t have made the record, just because I’m so past that feeling.”

While we don’t know yet if there are any featured artists on Cloud 9, Meghan tells People that she’s “going on vacation” with pop star Tate McRae and would love to release a song with her.

“[W]ho knows? Maybe we’ll get some margaritas and want to write something,” she says of Tate, who joined Morgan Wallen for his #1 hit “What I Want.” Plus, Megan says she’s been trying to figure out the perfect song to record with Ed Sheeran, who she’s performed with several times.

But Taylor Swift‘s the pop star she really wants to meet. “I find it so inspiring that she can put out 12 different albums, and they all sound different,” says Megan. “The way that she’s handled all the business side of things is something that I’ve learned from, so I’d like to thank her — and maybe get some drinks or something.”

ICYMI: A$AP Rocky, Erykah Badu and JT

November 24, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Fans think A$AP Rocky teased the Don’t Be Dumb release date during his set at Camp Flog Gnaw. He took to the stage wearing a hoodie with the date Jan. 16, 2026, on one of its sleeves. This comes days after Rocky seemingly told Vanity Fair his album would be coming out in 2025. “Danny Elfman, he just did my album with me that I’m putting out this year,” Rocky said. “He scored a bunch of the songs on my album.”

Footage has surfaced of Erykah Badu singling people out for not engaging at one of her shows. “I’m not doing s*** else until these people stand up,” Badu said, after cutting off the mic. “Especially you. You get your a** up. Where she at? Did she leave? Good,” she pointed to someone in the front row. Erykah told another audience member, “Some n**** over here trying to mean mug me the whole time in the front row with his arms folded. You paid your money to do that? Thank you.” She then went on with her performance.

JT has had with it with the lackluster responses she’s received as a surprise guest at shows. She stopped her performance at Jeezy‘s concert in Orlando Saturday to express her feelings. “I can’t hear y’all. I don’t have time for this s*** tonight, OK?” she said. “I need y’all to have fun, like don’t be staring at me, don’t look at my crazy, cause I don’t know what age group I belong with no more. I don’t know if I’m a YN or an OG.” She added, “I think this is the last time. I will not be doing no more shows … I’m done.”

Teddy Swims lands Diamond certification for ‘Lose Control’

November 24, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Teddy Swims has landed a double milestone.

His smash “Lose Control” has been RIAA certifed Diamond for sales of 10 million units in the U.S. alone. In addition, the track is the 200th song ever to attain Diamond status.

In May, “Lose Control” set a new record for the most weeks spent on the Billboard Hot 100 by a song when it notched its 92nd week on the chart. That’s in addition to the record it set in April for the most weeks in the top 10, with 58.

“Lose Control” then continued to hang on, week after week, extending both those records. It would possibly still be in the top 10, if Billboard hadn’t changed its chart rules in October, removing songs from the Hot 100 that fall below number five after 78 weeks. When “Lose Control” finally departed the Hot 100, it had been there for 112 weeks.

Teddy also recently scored his second Grammy nomination, for best pop vocal album.

Rick Wakeman recuperating after brain surgery

November 24, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Former Yes keyboardist Rick Wakeman announced back in July that he was postponing his summer tour due to some health issues. Now, he’s giving fans an update on his condition.

Wakeman explains in a post on his website that he had been diagnosed with a neurological disorder called normal pressure hydrocephalus, which led to him having surgery last week to put a shunt in his brain.

“I am pleased to say [it] was very successful and I am now recuperating at home being cared for by my lovely wife and our wonderful furry healing animals!” he writes.

Wakeman says that while he has to “take things easy for a while,” his doctors have told him that he should be “perfectly fine” to head to North America for his March tour with son Oliver Wakeman, plus any other shows after that. He also plans to play two charity shows in U.K. on Dec. 19 and 20.

“I am also pleased to say that it doesn’t seem to have affected my piano playing in any way as I still seem to be very capable of hitting the odd wrong note here and there when I lose my concentration!” he adds. “Once again, I’d like to thank everybody who wished me well over the last few months for a speedy recovery as it really did mean a lot to me.”

Wakeman’s tour with his son Oliver is set to begin March 11 in Ridgefield, Connecticut, with dates confirmed through March 29 in Red Bank, New Jersey.

A complete list of tour dates can be found at rwcc.com.

On This Day, Nov. 24, 1991: Queen frontman Freddie Mercury dies

November 24, 2025 by WDNY Radio

On This Day, Nov. 24, 1991…

Queen frontman Freddie Mercury passed away at his home in Kensington, England. He was 45.

The cause of death was bronchial pneumonia resulting from AIDS. Mercury confirmed in a statement about 24 hours prior to his death that he had tested positive for HIV and had AIDS, although reports had suggested he was diagnosed as early as 1987.

Mercury was laid to rest three days later, with his Queen bandmates Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon in attendance for the funeral, as well as musician Elton John. Mercury’s cremated remains were given to his friend Mary Austin, who buried them at an undisclosed location.

The surviving members of Queen celebrated Mercury’s life five months later with The Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert for AIDS Awareness at Wembley Stadium in London, featuring appearances by such artists as John, Roger Daltrey, David Bowie, George Michael and Annie Lennox.

Sabrina Carpenter ‘arrests’ Miss Piggy at final Short n’ Sweet tour show

November 24, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Before Sabrina Carpenter sings “Juno” on her Short n’ Sweet tour, she makes it a habit of “arresting” someone in the audience who she declares to be “too hot.” That person is very often a famous woman, but on Sunday, the final night of the tour, that person was a famous pig.

During the show at LA’s Cryto.com Arena, Sabrina said, “Some of you guys are so beautiful, it should be a crime. Like you, gorgeous: I’d know that face anywhere!” Cut to none other than Miss Piggy in the audience.

“What is your name?” Sabrina asked Piggy. “Ahem. Miss Piggy,” the Muppet declared as the audience screamed. “Are you enjoying the show?” Sabrina asked. “Uh, YES! I’m loving it!” Piggy yelled.

“You know, it’s been a tradition on this tour, we’ve arrested so many beautiful individuals,” Sabrina continued. “But I feel like tonight is your night.”

Another Muppet, Bobo the Bear, who was providing “security” for Piggy, chimed in, “Excuse me, Miss Carpenter, did you say she was being arrested?”

“Yeah, but it’s kinda fake,” Sabrina explained. She then offered a pair of fuzzy pink handcuffs to Bobo, who said, “I don’t need those. I brought my own. Let’s go, Pig. Tell it to the judge, sister!”

The moment was likely a promotion for the fact that Sabrina will be guest-starring in The Muppet Show special in 2026, which will celebrate the series’ 50th anniversary.

Sabrina previously “arrested” Maya Rudolph, SZA, Dakota and Elle Fanning during her six shows in LA.

Pour them a drink: Post Malone’s bar offering free Thanksgiving meals to Nashville first responders

November 24, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Post Malone‘s Nashville eatery, Posty’s Bar, is giving men and women in uniform something to be thankful for this weekend.

“To the ladies and gentlemen who keep Nashville safe each day, we’d love to thank you for your service!” the bar’s Instagram feed announced. “On-duty, uniformed first responders are invited to please join us Wednesday, November 26, through Friday, November 28, to enjoy a complimentary meal at Posty’s!”

One fan wrote in the comments, “Being a retired first responder, this means so much to those away from their families during the holidays. At least they can eat with their work families. THANK YOU.”

Post Malone opened Posty’s Bar in early October and won his first-ever CMA Award on Nov. 19: musical event of the year for “Pour Me a Drink,” his collaboration with Blake Shelton. His album F-1 Trillion, which was up for album of the year, lost to Lainey Wilson‘s Whirlwind.

Guns N’ Roses announce 2026 tour dates

November 24, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Welcome to 2026, it’s got Guns N’ Roses tour dates.

The “Welcome to the Jungle” rockers have announced a worldwide trek for 2026, including a U.S. leg running from July 23 in Raleigh, North Carolina, to Sept. 18 in Atlanta. Additionally, they’ll play a one-off show in Hollywood, Florida, on May 5, and the Welcome to Rockville festival in Daytona Beach, Florida, on May 7.

A presale begins Dec. 3 at 10 a.m. local time, and you can register for access now through Dec. 1 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

For the full list of dates and all ticket info, visit GunsNRoses.com.

Along with the tour dates, GN’R has announced the premiere of two new songs, “Nothin” and “Atlas,” which will premiere Dec. 2. The tracks follow the 2023 singles “The General” and “Perhaps.”

The most recent Guns N’ Roses album remains 2008’s Chinese Democracy, which was released before Slash and Duff McKagan rejoined Axl Rose in the band in 2016.

Billie Eilish’s 3D concert movie coming in March

November 24, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Billie Eilish‘s concert movie is coming in March.

The 3D film was co-directed by James Cameron and Billie herself, and filmed during the singer’s just-concluded HIT ME HARD AND SOFT world tour. It’ll be in theaters March 20, 2026 via Paramount Pictures.

On Instagram, Billie wrote, “this has been one of my favorite tours everrrrrr and being able to capture it and co-direct this film with @jamescameronofficial has truly been a dream come true. can’t wait for you all to see it :’).”

The movie was filmed, at least in part, during Billie’s show in Manchester, England, which is when Billie first teased the project by warning fans they’d be seeing more cameras than usual. Then, in an interview with WSJ. Magazine for its Innovator Issue, Billie said of the film, “I haven’t seen anything, really, like it, and I’m just kind of blown away at every step of the process.”

She added that one reason she was excited about the project was that she never gets to watch her own concerts — at least, not in high quality — and this will give her an opportunity to do so.

“If you do something amazing, like a f****** backflip, and nobody’s filmed it, I can’t ever really have proof that I did it,” she explained. “So it’ll be nice to have that.”

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