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Peter Gabriel to release physical copies of ‘In the Big Room’ and ‘Live at WOMAD 1982’

January 14, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Peter Gabriel has announced the CD and LP release of two live albums that he released to digital services in 2025. The rocker is set to drop In the Big Room on March 13 and Live at WOMAD 1982 on May 8.

In the Big Room is a recording of an intimate fan club show that took place in November 2003 in the Big Room at Gabriel’s Real World Studios in the U.K. The 14-track album features songs Gabriel performed during two tours: the 2002-03 Growing Up Live tour and 2004’s Still Growing Up Live tour. The album features performances of songs like “In Your Eyes,” “Shock the Monkey,” “Digging in the Dirt” and “More Than This.”

Live at WOMAD 1982 captures Gabriel’s performance at his first WOMAD festival, which stood for World of Music, Arts and Dance. The concert took place in Somerset, England, and featured 60 bands from over 20 countries. The album features a recording of Gabriel’s Friday night set, which included seven songs from his album 4, which was released two months after the event.

Both physical releases are available for preorder now.

Gabriel recently announced that he’ll be releasing a new album in 2026, o/i, and will drop a new song with each full moon of the year. The entire album will be released by the end of 2026.

Why there will be ice in Florida for Tim McGraw’s first 2026 concert

January 14, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Tim McGraw‘s first show of 2026 will take place during an outdoor hockey game.

The country superstar’s set to headline the 2026 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series outdoor game Feb. 1 in Tampa, Florida.

Tim will play during the first intermission at Raymond James Stadium as the Tampa Bay Lightning takes on the Boston Bruins at the home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

The game starts at 6:30 p.m. ET and will be televised on ESPN. A limited number of tickets to the rare outdoor hockey game still remain.

So far, it’s the only show on Tim’s schedule save for his March 21 concert at the RodeoHouston.

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ cast praises Kelly Clarkson for ‘What It Sounds Like’ cover

January 14, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The cast of KPop Demon Hunters thinks Kelly Clarkson‘s version of one of their songs is “Golden.”

On Tuesday’s episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show, Kelly performed a cover of “What It Sounds Like,” the big musical moment at the end of the movie. EJAE, who co-wrote the song and provides the singing voice of Rumi in the film, commented on the show’s Instagram post of the performance, “This is so incredible! ugh its such an honor.”

Arden Cho, the actress who plays Rumi, added, “Crying it’s so good. Literal legend! Crushed it Kelly!!! thank you!!!!” And Kevin Woo, who provides the singing voice of Mystery Saja of the Saja Boys in the film, added, “IM NOT CRYING…YOU ARE.”

Arden also appeared as a guest on the show and told Kelly, “You have been such a big part of my life … all through my 20s.” Arden became emotional and said, “Literally, I have manifested this. It’s been my dream to meet you.” “Awww,” Kelly said, hugging her. “I love you!”

In related news, “Golden” has just hit a billion views on YouTube.

ICYMI: Ludacris and Nelly, Rihanna and more

January 14, 2026 by WDNY Radio

John Forté, best known for writing and producing on Fugees’ second and final album, 1996’s multi-Platinum The Score, has died, The Associated Press reports. He was 50 years old. His body was discovered Monday in his home in Chilmark, Massachusetts, according to police. Chilmark Police Chief Sean Slavin added there were no signs of foul play and said the state medical examiner’s office will conduct an investigation.

Ludacris and Nelly have secured a spot on the lineup for the Rock the Country festival, which features mostly country and rock acts. The event, commemorating America’s 250th anniversary, will kick off in May and run through September across eight cities in the U.S.

Rihanna recently gave birth to her daughter — and the 10 shades of Fenty Beauty’s Fine Linez eyeliner — but it seems she’s still contemplating having another child. In the comments of a post from model Montana Rose Brown that read, “deciding to get hot and sexy or get pregnant in 2026,” she wrote, “Wait! So I’m not crazy then? Bet.”

“What You Saying” tops Billboard’s Hot Rap Songs chart dated Jan. 17, marking Lil Uzi Vert‘s third #1 and first time atop the list in three years. The song garnered 853,000 U.S. radio audience impressions and 11.9 million streams in the U.S. in the tracking week of Jan. 2 to Jan. 8, according to Luminate. It also tops the Rap Streaming Songs list. Uzi’s previous number ones were “Just Wanna Rock” and Migos’ “Bad and Boujee,” on which he was featured.

Ashley McBryde asks ‘What If We Don’t’ as she preps fifth album

January 14, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Ashley McBryde‘s digging deep with her new radio single, “What If We Don’t.”

“This one is for anyone who doesn’t want to look back and wonder,” she said as she teased the track on Instagram.

She revealed more in a news release about the song, which drops Jan. 23.

“‘What If We Don’t’ came to me, Terri Jo Box, and Randall Clay sitting around a fire pit on a back porch, reminiscing on all the moments that we could’ve made a different choice and wondering if we should’ve,” she says. “It’s about the leaps of faith that you do or don’t take, and having to learn to live with those consequences either way.”

The track’s a preview of her upcoming fifth album, the follow-up to 2023’s The Devil I Know.

“What If We Don’t” will arrive as Ashley kicks off her 2026 Redemption Residency Jan. 22 and 23 at Chief’s Neon Steeple in downtown Nashville. The first two shows are titled “Just Me + My Shadow,” since they’re just Ashley and her guitar.

Muse cancels upcoming international shows: ‘We’re truly sorry’

January 14, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Muse has canceled a run of international tour dates.

“Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, we will be unable to proceed with the upcoming scheduled shows,” Muse writes in an Instagram Story.

The affected dates were scheduled for Feb. 4 in Abu Dhabi, Feb. 7 and 11 in South Africa, and Feb. 14 in India.

“This has been a very difficult decision and one we did not take lightly,” Muse’s post continues. “We’re truly sorry to everyone who purchased tickets and appreciate your understanding.”

Refunds will be available at point of purchase.

Muse is currently scheduled to return to the live stage in July to play Milwaukee’s Summerfest. The band has also been working on new music to follow their 2022 album, Will of the People.

A new single called “Unravelling” dropped in 2025.

Watch the trailer for new Paul McCartney doc ‘Man on the Run’

January 14, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The first official trailer for the upcoming Paul McCartney documentary Man on the Run has just been released.

The film, directed by Morgan Neville, looks at McCartney’s life following the breakup of The Beatles, including the formation of his band Wings.

“The Beatles had been my whole life really,” McCartney says at the beginning of the trailer. “When we split up, I thought, ‘I’ll never write another note of music ever.’”

The trailer for the film features archival pictures and footage of The Beatles, McCartney and wife Linda McCartney, Wings and more. It also has McCartney talking about the depression he felt after The Beatles’ breakup, the pressures he felt starting Wings and his relationship with John Lennon.

“When we started Wings, it was about freedom,” McCartney says at the end of the clip, “and we felt we finally arrived — second time around.”

Man on the Run, which includes new interviews from Wings’ Denny Laine, Sean Lennon and The Pretenders‘ Chrissie Hynde, is set to premiere globally on Prime Video on Feb. 27.

Taylor Swift donates to Brad Paisley’s Nashville charity

January 14, 2026 by WDNY Radio

She’s the biggest pop star in the world now, but Taylor Swift hasn’t forgotten her Nashville roots.

After making donations to several charities, including the American Heart Association, MusiCares and Feeding America, it was revealed Tuesday that she also donated to The Store, a nonprofit founded by Brad Paisley and his actress wife, Kimberly Williams-Paisley.

The Store is a food pantry, except it operates like a supermarket, allowing people to select the food they want. As the charity’s website explains, “This choice-based model reduces waste, ensures satisfaction, and upholds the dignity of those we serve.”

Kimberly thanked Taylor for the donation on her Instagram Story, writing, “We appreciate your support of @thestore_nashville!”

In addition, the charity posted a message on its Facebook page that read, “We’re incredibly grateful to Taylor Swift for including The Store in her year-end giving.”

“Her generous gift helps us continue providing groceries with dignity and choice to families across Middle Tennessee especially as we prepare to open our second location,” the message continued. “Thank you, Taylor, for using your voice and generosity to uplift neighbors in need.”

Taylor and Brad’s friendship goes back to 2007, when she appeared in his “Online” music video.

Get a sneak peek at Sabrina Carpenter’s first Super Bowl commercial

January 14, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Sabrina Carpenter is heading to the Super Bowl — via a commercial.

People has released a teaser for Sabrina’s first-ever Super Bowl ad, which she filmed for Pringles. In the spot, she sits on the floor with a flower made of Pringles chips, plucking off each “petal” while reciting, “He loves me, he loves me not.” After the final chip, she says, “He loves me!” and then eats it.

According to People, Pringles will roll out more teasers as part of their current “Once You Pop, The Pop Don’t Stop” campaign.

People also shared a first look at a non-Super Bowl ad starring another famous blond female pop star, Jessica Simpson. In the Chicken of the Sea commercial, she records a new version of the brand’s iconic jingle, which goes, “Ask any mermaid you happen to see/ What’s the best tuna? Chicken of the Sea.”

While recording, Jessica messes up the lyrics, instead singing, “Ask any mermaid you happen to see/ what’s the best chicken?”

“Wait, that’s not right. I’m too hungry for this. Can we take a break?” she then says. After eating one of the brand’s tuna packets, she’s able to sing the correct lyrics.

The Chicken of the Sea ad nods to Jessica’s famous Newlyweds moment, when she asked then-husband Nick Lachey, “Is this chicken what I have, or is this fish? I know it’s tuna but it says chicken. By the sea. Is that stupid?”

Reflecting on the moment, Jessica told People, “I’m all about nostalgia. That moment was a very real conversation that … it just became bigger than me.”

John Mellencamp hitting the road on a summer greatest hits tour

January 14, 2026 by WDNY Radio

John Mellencamp is giving fans what they want – the hits.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer has announced dates for the Dancing Words Tour — The Greatest Hits, where he’ll play a set filled with hits including “Jack and Diane,” “Hurts So Good,” “Small Town” and “Pink Houses.” He’s also promising to break out tracks he hasn’t performed live in nearly a decade, like “R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A. (A Salute To 60’s Rock),” “I Need a Lover,” “Wild Night” and “Ain’t Even Done With the Night.”

Mellencamp announced the news in a video in which he meets actor Sean Penn at a roadside diner. As Mellencamp’s hits play on the jukebox, Penn suggests he go out and play the songs on tour, something the rocker admits he “quit doing 17 years ago.”

“They’ve been asking me to do this for years. ‘Come play outside again.’ And I’m saying, ‘No, no, no.’ But this time, I’m 74 years old. I thought I might be getting to the age where I might want to try to share these songs with people again,” Mellencamp tells People in a new interview. “In the video that Sean and I made, Sean says, ‘There’s no reason to keep these songs to yourself. What’s the problem with trying to make people happy?'”

The 19-date trek kicks off July 10 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and wraps Aug. 12 in Mountain View, California, with a majority of the dates set in outdoor amphitheaters.

A Citi presale for tickets kicks off Jan. 20 at 10 a.m. local time, with tickets going on sale to the general public Jan. 23 at 10 a.m. local time. A complete list of dates can be found at JohnMellencamp.com.

(Video includes uncensored profanity.)

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