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‘Billboard’ and ‘Vibe’ unveil 10 more artists on all-time best 50 rappers list

January 26, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Billboard and Vibe have been slowly unveiling their choices for the best 50 rappers of all time. They recently revealed numbers 21 through 30, a combination of living and deceased emcees.

Coming in at #30 is Lauryn Hill, who the outlets say “has influenced a host of hip-hop artists over the decades.” Pusha T secured the 29th position, followed in reverse order by The Roots‘ Black Thought, whose music they say is a “masterclass on lyricism,” Q-Tip, Big Pun at #26, Method Man, KRS-One, Kurtis Blow, Ghostface Killah and finally, the late DMX.

As of now, numbers 21 through 50 on the list celebrating hip-hop’s anniversary have been revealed. All 50 will be public knowledge come February 6.

Coldplay performing on next weekend’s ‘Saturday Night Live’

January 26, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Coldplay is heading back to Saturday Night Live.

Chris Martin and company will be the musical guests on next weekend’s episode, airing February 4, marking their seventh time on the long-running NBC sketch show. They last played SNL in 2019.

The Mandalorian and The Last of Us star Pedro Pascal will host.

Before their trip back to the SNL stage, Coldplay will perform during a prime-time edition of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, airing Thursday at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. The special celebrates the 20th anniversary of JKL‘s first episode, during which Coldplay also performed.

Meanwhile, the day after Coldplay’s SNL performance is the 2003 Grammys, where the group is up for three awards, including Album of the Year for Music of the Spheres.

Shakira to be honored by the Grammy Museum with new exhibit

January 26, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Shakira‘s music legacy and genius will be front and center at the Grammy Museum’s upcoming new attraction, Shakira, Shakira: The Grammy Museum Experience, which opens in March.

The singer released a statement about how thrilled she is to receive such recognition.

“It’s an honor to have the journey of my career displayed at the Grammy Museum,” she expressed. “These pieces are a testament to so many indelible moments that I cherish, and I’m so happy to be able to relive these memories with those who have and continue to support me as an artist.”

It will show her story from starting her career in her native Barranquilla, Colombia, to becoming a global pop superstar. The exhibit will not just focus on her music, it will also explore her cultural background, dancing and the boundaries she’s broken for Latin musicians.

In addition, the gallery will give fans an intimate look at her creative process by featuring 40 artifacts from her personal archive, original films and even an immersive experience that borrows elements from Shakira’s 2018 El Dorado tour.

The exhibit opens March 4 and will be installed in the Grammy Museum’s Latin Music Gallery.

Vevo reveals plans to celebrate hip-hop turning 50

January 26, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Vevo is joining in on the celebration of hip-hop’s anniversary. The music video network is teaming up with artists across the genre for some specialized and original content.

Artists including A$AP Rocky, Common, Cypress Hill, De La Soul, Lil Wayne, Ludacris, Naughty by Nature, Salt-N-Pepa and Public Enemy have been tapped for special editions of either Vevo Footnotes or Vevo ctrl.

The network will also celebrate with special programming showcasing different aspects of hip-hop: Legends In Concert, Hip-Hop International, 2K Hip-Hop Legends, Rock Meets Rap, 70’s Sampled Songs and ‘80’s Sampled Songs are set to air this year.

Kicking Vevo’s celebration off is Chuck D‘s Footnotes episode, which gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at Public Enemy’s Spike Lee-directed music video “Fight The Power.”

“Hip Hop turning 50 means that there can be no doubt, no argument, no ignorance about its consequence in the world,” Chuck says of hip-hop’s milestone anniversary. “Back when PE was coming up, it was in the days before social media. Videos were the only way to connect with hip hop fans around the world. They delivered songs in a full package of sight, sound, story and style. A truly underrated art form.”

“Vevo keeps that connection solid, not only for us but for hip hop artists from every corner of the globe,” he continued. “Here’s to the next 50.”

Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott featured on new version of Ghost track “Spillways”

January 26, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Def Leppard frontman Joe Elliott appears on a new version of Ghost‘s “Spillways,” a track from the Swedish rockers’ 2022 album, Impera.

While some may be shocked by the pairing, it turns out Elliott is a big fan of the band, telling Planet Rock he was introduced to the group by Def Leppard guitarist Phil Collen. And after he found out that Ghost frontman Tobias Forge was a Def Leppard fan, “we both put two and two together and realized it kind of made five!”

“I’ve been saying out loud for a long time now how much I love the Impera album, and how much I really love the song ‘Spillways’ so when Tobias got in touch and asked me if I wanted to have a crack at it, I said ‘yeah I can do that!’” Elliott shares. “It was all quite organic. It (‘Spillways’) wasn’t broken, it didn’t need fixing, I just sang it as it is, and I think we sound pretty good together.”

Ghost announced the collaboration with an episode of their ongoing YouTube series, which finds Elliott in a Dublin pub about to perform his karaoke take on “Spillways” when he’s suddenly overcome by a demonic force.

“The video was shot in my local [pub], it was co-directed by Tobias and that was a lot of fun too,” Elliott says. “It was good to actually meet in person and trade stories, ideas and a few scoops!”

Trisha Yearwood honors her favorite pup as Dottie’s Yard leaves a nationwide paw print

January 26, 2023 by WDNY Radio

With the help of her fans, Trisha Yearwood‘s been able to make huge strides in helping one of her favorite causes: animal rescue, particularly for those in shelters.

“Because of your generosity, in just 18 short months, #DottiesYard has made grants in all 50 states to over 100 animal non-profits!” she shared on Wednesday. “Thank you all for joining us in our mission to help all creatures great and small and to get #everydog adopted. We’re just getting started!! xo”

Dottie’s Yard is Trisha’s nonprofit that helps cover medical bills, nutrition and other basics for shelter animals. It’s named for her beloved pup Dottie, who showed up at her house when she and husband Garth Brooks lived in Oklahoma.

Last year, fans helped raise $38,000 as part of the #BettyWhiteChallenge, and just last week, Trisha hosted her annual Dottie’s Yard fundraiser on TalkShopLive. If you’d like to help, you can still make a donation online.

Lewis Capaldi, The 1975 prank concertgoers by pretending he’s Harry Styles

January 26, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Lewis Capaldi made a guest appearance at The 1975’s concert Wednesday — after the band teased Harry Styles would be joining them onstage.

The spoof happened at The 1975’s show at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle, England. The alternative band has brought on famous guests before, including Taylor Swift, so fans were probably expecting to have another famous face drop by.

They weren’t wrong, but they were intentionally misled on who was showing up onstage.

Ahead of Lewis’ arrival, The 1975 played a prank cutaway scene that read, “Guest starring… Harry Styles.” The audience let out a thunderous roar, but when it was revealed Lewis was actually the night’s guest, the cheers grew even louder.

The Scottish singer shared the moment to TikTok, which sees him joking with the crowd, “My name is Harry Styles, it’s good to be here. I know what you’re thinking, ‘He looks different. And he sounds different.’ But make no mistake, I am Harry Styles.”

That wasn’t the only surprise Lewis had in store that night; instead of only performing his own songs, he decided to throw it back with Swift’s classic “Love Story.” He also shared that moment to TikTok, which shows the audience singing along with him.

Taylor debuted the live performance of “Anti-Hero” at The 1975’s London show.

Rick Wakeman returning to the U.S. for new tour in March

January 26, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Rick Wakeman has booked some U.S. shows for this spring. The Yes keyboardist just announced dates for his latest tour, An Evening with Rick Wakeman: His Music and Stories.

The trek promises that Wakeman will be performing songs spanning his more than 50-year career, including tracks from Yes and his solo work. He’s also planning to perform songs from his days as a session player working with artists like David Bowie, as well as various covers.

“It’s always so enjoyable playing in America,” Wakeman shares. “At every show, I see old friends and hopefully, make new ones.”

The tour is set to kick off March 15 in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, with dates confirmed through April 9 in Derry, New Hampshire; more are expected to be announced. Tickets for most shows go on sale February 3 at rwcc.com.

The tour announcement follows the news of Wakeman’s upcoming concept album, A Gallery of the Imagination, which will be released February 24.

Incubus’ Ben Kenney underwent surgery to remove brain tumor

January 26, 2023 by WDNY Radio

We now know more about the medical procedure that’s keeping Incubus bassist Ben Kenney off the road.

In an Instagram post, Kenney reveals that he underwent surgery after being diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2022.

“As soon as I got home from tour I had a successful operation to have it removed,” Kenney writes alongside a photo of stitches on his head behind his ear. “This year I am taking some time away from touring & social media to recover.”

“I won’t physically be at the shows but I will be there in spirit,” he adds. “I miss you all and I hope you and your loved ones are safe and in good health.”

Kenney’s post comes after Incubus announced Wednesday that Kenney is “currently recovering from a recent medical procedure and will be unable to perform with us on our upcoming run at the end of the month.”

The “Drive” rockers added, “We wish Ben a speedy recovery and can’t wait for him to rejoin us onstage soon!”

The affected shows include dates in Costa Rica, Texas and New Orleans. Tal Wilkenfeld, who’s played with artists including Mick Jagger, Prince and Jeff Beck, will be filling in for Kenney.

Incubus also has shows scheduled for May and June, including dates with Coheed and Cambria and a set at Las Vegas’ Sick New World festival. It’s unclear whether Kenney will be back for those performances.

Keke Palmer slips on ‘The Tonight Show’ about her “baby boy”

January 26, 2023 by WDNY Radio

After apparently faking out social media followers with speculation about having a baby girl with boyfriend Darius Jackson, Keke Palmer seemed to slip on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon Wednesday night that she’s actually having a boy.

An excited Fallon began the chat by making sure the very pregnant Palmer was comfortable, from back support on her seat to LaCroix sparkling water to settle her stomach. He also shouted a hello to her baby in utero, exclaiming, “I can’t wait to meet you!”

When speaking about what astrological sign her baby will be, Keke noted “either gonna be a Pisces or an Aries,” meaning the baby will be born in March. “Pisces are known to be deep. They’re emotional creatures, so I just wanna make sure I’m not too blunt for my baby boy … You know, sometimes I can be too ‘tell it like it is.'”

She added, “I need to wade in the water with a Pisces … You know, ‘Just keep it chill, child!'”

There must be something about the 30 Rock building: Keke famously announced her pregnancy when she hosted Saturday Night Live, which shares a shooting location with The Tonight Show.

Speaking of that revelation, an excited Fallon called Keke’s SNL announcement “the best thing I’d ever seen” and went on to praise her performance on his alma matter, and her reuniting co-star Keenan Thompson with Kel Mitchell in a sketch.

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