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Report: Mathew Knowles shuts down rumors of a Destiny’s Child reunion

August 20, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Destiny’s Child fans were whipped into a frenzy earlier this week believing a group reunion was coming. However, their manager says no, it’s not going to happen.

DC followers sent Twitter on fire with hopes of a reunion Wednesday after social media pages for the group updated their profile photos. But TMZ reports that the trio’s manager, Mathew Knowles, tells them there are no immediate plans.

When Beyoncé recently told Harper’s Bazaar, “Yes, the music is coming,” Destiny’s Child fans believed that meant there was a chance of new tracks by the trio. However, Knowles says the music she referred to is likely solo.

And as for the new pics on the Destiny’s Child media pages? Just a routine refresh by the record label, Knowles reportedly told TMZ.

Destiny’s Child split in 2006. Their final album, Destiny Fulfilled, featuring “Soldier” and “Lose My Breath,” was released in 2004. They famously reunited in 2018 for a set during Beyoncé’s headlining performance at the Coachella festival.

Badflower premieres third advance track from ‘This Is How the World Ends’

August 20, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Badflower has released a third track from the band’s upcoming sophomore album, This Is How the World Ends.

The latest cut is titled “F**boi,” and is available now as a digital download and via streaming. As its title suggests, the tune explores frontman Josh Katz‘s dark sense of humor, as heard on previous Badflower songs, including “30” and “x ANA x.”

This Is How the World Ends also includes the previously released songs “Family,” and “Don’t Hate Me.” The album, which can be pre-ordered now, arrives September 24.

Badflower will launch a headlining tour in support of This Is How the World Ends on September 21 in Charlotte, North Carolina. They’re also playing a number of festivals this fall, including Rocklahoma and Inkcarceration.

Corey Taylor feels “very, very sick” after testing positive for COVID-19

August 20, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Corey Taylor has tested positive for COVID-19.

The Slipknot frontman revealed the news in a video message posted Friday by the Michigan pop culture convention Astronomicon, which he was supposed to take part in this weekend.

“I woke up today and tested positive, and I’m very, very sick,” Taylor says in the clip. He adds that he’s vaccinated, and that he “should be OK.”

“I’m not worried,” he says. “But I certainly wouldn’t want to spread it to anyone else.”

Taylor just wrapped up a solo tour in support of his 2020 album, CMFT, on Thursday in Denver.

Neil Young launching new ‘Bootleg Series’ in October with 1970 live album recorded at Carnegie Hall

August 20, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Neil Young has unveiled plans to launch a new series of archival live albums dubbed The Neil Young Official Bootleg Series, and will kick things off with Carnegie Hall 1970, which will be released on October 1.

The album was recorded on December 4, 1970, at the first concert that Young ever played at the historic New York City venue. The Neil Young Official Bootleg Series — Carnegie Hall 1970 can be pre-ordered now at the Greedy Hand Store at NeilYoungArchives.com, and will be available as a two-LP vinyl set, a two-CD collection and as a high-res digital download.

Carnegie Hall 1970 show was the first of two solo acoustic concerts that Neil played at the New York City venue that evening, and featured a 23-song set that, in addition to many selections from his solo career, included renditions of tunes from his work with Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.

The concert included performances of three songs that Neil had not yet officially recorded or released: “Bad Fog of Loneliness,” “Old Man,” and “See the Sky About to Rain.” Other tunes he played at the show included “Down by the River,” “Cinnamon Girl,” “Helpless,” “Southern Man,” “Sugar Mountain,” “After the Gold Rush,” “Cowgirl in the Sand,” and “Ohio.”

You can check out Young’s Carnegie Hall 1970 rendition of “Cowgirl in the Sand” now at his official YouTube channel, accompanied by a series of photos from the concert.

Neil’s planning to release five more installments of his new Bootleg Series in 2022.

Here’s the full track list of Carnegie Hall 1970:

“Down by the River”
“Cinnamon Girl”
“I Am a Child”
“Expecting to Fly”
“The Loner”
“Wonderin'”
“Helpless”
“Southern Man”
“Nowadays Clancy Can’t Even Sing”
“Sugar Mountain”
“On the Way Home”
“Tell Me Why”
“Only Love Can Break Your Heart”
“Old Man”
“After the Gold Rush”
“Flying on the Ground Is Wrong”
“Cowgirl in the Sand”
“Don’t Let It Bring You Down”
“Birds”
“Bad Fog of Loneliness”
“Ohio”
“See the Sky About to Rain”
“Dance Dance Dance”

James Bay, Alesso and Marshmello go “Chasing Stars” in EDM bop

August 20, 2021 by WDNY Radio

James Bay, Alesso and Marshmello are “Chasing Stars” in their dreamy collaboration.

The EDM-infused bop finds lead singer James reflecting on a lost love, reliving the memories of “chasing stars across county lines” and affirming that it’s “better to have had than not at all.” The heartfelt lyrics are elevated by the cinematic production efforts from EDM producer Marshmello and Swedish DJ Alesso.

“@Alesso and @marshmellomusic came to me with the idea for this song and I had a great time working on it with them and everyone involved. I’m so excited for you to hear it now!” James professes on Twitter.

“Chasing Stars” follows the release of Marshmello and Alesso’s latest albums, Shockwave and Progresso Vol. 2, respectively.

Jay-Z invites Diddy, Meek Mill, Lil Uzi Vert and more to celebrate the 18th anniversary of his 40/40 sports club

August 20, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Jay-Z always knows how to throw a great party, and he’ll celebrate the 18th anniversary of his 40/40 sports club in Manhattan with his personal VIP list.

Hova sent out custom-made, hourglass invitations to Diddy, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, Meek Mill, Lil Uzi Vert, Bobby Shmurda, Rapsody, Remy Ma and more to join him for the grand reopening of his club on August 28, according to The Source. The Roc Nation CEO is hiring 100 new staffers for the bi-level venue.

The name “40/40” represents the rare baseball achievement of hitting at least 40 home runs and stealing at least 40 bases in a single season. Only four MLB players — Barry Bonds, Alex Rodriguez, Jose Canseco and Alfonso Soriano — have accomplished the feat.

In 2012, Jay and Beyoncé hosted a fundraiser for President Barack Obama at 40/40 attended by 100 guests, which raised $4 million at $40,000 a ticket.

Jay-Z also owns 40/40 clubs at the Atlanta airport and Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Clubs in Atlantic City and Las Vegas are now closed.

Florida Georgia Line cancel their 2021 I Love My Country Tour amid continuing COVID-19 concerns

August 20, 2021 by WDNY Radio

A month before they were set to kick off their 2021 I Love My Country Tour, Florida Georgia Line are canceling their plans. The duo announced on Friday that the trek, which would have run through November, will not take place after all.

The news comes amid rising COVID-19 cases nationwide, and continuing concern over safety protocols during the pandemic. Refunds will be automatically issued to ticket holders via the point of purchase.

“There is nothing better than seeing all of your faces from the stage, feeling your good energy and making memories together,” the duo’s Tyler Hubbard says. “We were hopeful we could get back on the road this fall, and are so bummed to have to cancel this tour, but we know in our hearts that we still have to make sure we’re keeping our fans and crew safe.”

Many other touring acts and festivals have also had to make changes to their planned shows because of the rise of the Delta variant of COVID-19. Entertainment company Live Nation recently implemented a new policy, in which fans will have to present proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a 72-hour negative test in order to attend events, for example.

“To our fans, band, crew and all the venues around the country, thank you for your love and support!” adds Hubbard’s FGL band mate Brian Kelley. “We couldn’t do what we do without you, and we hope we can all do our part to bring live music back soon.”

The 2021 I Love My Country Tour would have also featured opening acts Russell Dickerson, Lauren Alaina and Redferrin.

Kenny Chesney soaks up summer in his surprise “Beautiful World” music video

August 20, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Even though the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep Kenny Chesney off the road, he’s making it a point to celebrate summer with No Shoes Nation.

The singer surprised fans with his beachy new “Beautiful World” music video today. The clip follows Kenny through a perfect day out on the water, complete with a sailboat, a seaside sunset and a chance to just lounge in the sand with his guitar.

Kenny says the “Beautiful World” video was his way of summing up his appreciation of the beauty of the natural world.

“I was thinking about that feeling, thinking about how I could maybe capture it — and give it back to the people, and it hit me: Show them some of the best days of my life out on the water,” he explains. “The beauty, the easy way the sun hangs in the sky and the water just goes on and on? It makes you happy just to see it.”

“Beautiful World” is on the track list of Kenny’s deluxe Here and Now project, which he released in May.

Al Jourgensen’s the world’s forgotten boy with Ministry’s cover of The Stooges’ “Search and Destroy”

August 20, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Ministry has premiered a cover of The Stooges‘ “Search and Destroy.”

Al Jourgensen puts his signature industrial metal spin on the proto-punk classic for his band’s upcoming album, Moral Hygiene, due out October 1. He was originally inspired to cover the song after previously performing it with Billy Idol guitarist Billy Morrison and Dave Navarro of Jane’s Addiction during the pair’s 2019 Above Ground charity concert.

“We rehearsed it and the song was perfect but the show was running late and by the time we got on stage, I was in half time and singing the lyrics twice as slow,” Jourgensen recalls. “Fortunately Billy and Dave Navarro are professionals and they realized what was going on and sort of covered for me but I felt horrible.”

He continues, “Billy thought it actually sounded really good in half-time so he came to me with the idea of going into the studio and recording it that way. And I figured I owed him one.”

The “Search and Destroy” cover is available now for digital download. Its accompany video, which finds Jourgensen and Morrison rocking out together in the desert, is streaming now on YouTube.

Earth, Wind & Fire release “You Want My Love,” their new collaborative single with Babyface and Lucky Daye

August 20, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Earth, Wind & Fire has just released a brand-new single, “You Want My Love,” a reimagined version of their 1976 hit “Can’t Hide Love” that they recorded in collaboration with acclaimed producer Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds and up-and-coming R&B singer/songwriter Lucky Daye.

The song, which is available now as a digital download and via streaming services, is the first release of a series of collaborative tracks that the R&B/funk legends plan to put out in the coming months.

“You Want My Love” features a vocal performance from Daye and guitars by Edmonds, who also co-produced the song.

To promote the new song, EWF’s Philip Bailey, Verdine White and Ralph Johnson stopped by CNN’s New Day show this morning. During the interview, which you can watch on CNN.com, the band members discussed how the collaboration came about. They also talked about their excitement over getting to perform Saturday at the star-studded We Love NYC: The Homecoming Concert, taking place in New York City’s Central Park. Earth, Wind & Fire will be joined by Daye and Babyface to give “You Want My Love” its live debut. The show will air live on CNN and some of its affiliated networks starting at 5 p.m. ET.

In addition, Bailey and Daye will take part in an live Instagram event with DJ D-Nice tonight at 8:30 p.m. ET.

“Can’t Hide Love” was written by Skip Scarborough and was originally recorded by the soul group Creative Source in 1973. Earth Wind & Fire’s version of the tune appeared on their 1975 album, Gratitude, and peaked at #39 on the Billboard Hot 100 the following year.

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