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Luke Combs and wife Nicole are expecting a baby boy: “Couldn’t be more excited”

January 21, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Luke Combs is a first time dad-to-be. The singer and his wife, Nicole, shared on social media this week that they’re expecting their first child, a baby boy.

“Here we go y’all!” wrote Luke, alongside a series of pictures showing off Nicole’s baby bump and a sonogram image. “Lil dude Combs is coming this spring! Couldn’t be more excited to start a family with this babe. It’s gonna be a hell of a ride.”

Nicole also shared the same snapshots on her socials, writing that “this may be the best year yet.”

The couple have been married since August 2020, and they got engaged in 2018. Some of Luke’s greatest hits were written as love dedications to his wife, and the music video for his “Forever After All” even features footage of their wedding.

Luke’s fellow country stars were quick to jump into the comments section with their congratulations. Maren Morris, Gabby Barrett and Carly Pearce were just a few of the singers offering their excitement, and Kane Brown — another country superstar dad — also expressed his congrats, along with a warning.

“Congrats my guy!” Kane wrote. “Gonna be a lot harder to jump on Call of Duty now though.”

John Legend and Usher to perform at The Beloved Benefit honoring the late Congressman John Lewis

January 21, 2022 by WDNY Radio

John Legend and Usher will perform in honor of the late Congressman John Lewis at The Beloved Benefit in Atlanta on Thursday, February 24.

Lewis represented Georgia in Congress for 33 years, from 1987 until his death in 2020 at the age of 80. Along with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., he helped organize the historic March on Washington on August 28, 1963, where Dr. King delivered his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech.

Steve Harvey will host at the event, which will be held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Based on Dr. King’s concept of the Beloved Community, the Beloved Benefit will focus on the theme of economic mobility, with the goal of making Atlanta free of poverty, hunger, homelessness, racism and prejudice.

“It is such a privilege to serve as the emcee of the Beloved Benefit again this year,” Harvey said in a statement. “I’m honored to support this initiative as we build healthier and vibrant neighborhoods throughout this great metropolitan city.”

One-hundred percent of the funds raised will be distributed among several nonprofit organizations in the A-T-L, including Atlanta CareerRise, Center for Employment Opportunities, The Goodr Foundation, Goodwill of North Georgia, Latin American Association, Quest Community Development Organization, The Village Market and Westside Future Fund.

John Mellencamp’s new album, ‘Strictly a One-Eyed Jack,’ arrives today, featuring three Springsteen collabs

January 21, 2022 by WDNY Radio

John Mellencamp‘s first studio album in five years, Strictly a One-Eyed Jack, was released today.

As previously reported, Bruce Springsteen appears on three of the album’s 12 tracks — “Wasted Days,” “Did You Say Such a Thing” and “A Life Full of Rain.”

In a new interview with USA Today, Mellecamp discusses the inspiration for “Wasted Days,” which was released as an advance single back in September 2021.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, who turned 70 last year, notes that the song finds him reflecting on his mortality.

“I figure I’ve got about 10 summers left…I’ve had 70 summers and it’s just a math problem,” he maintains. “When you’re a kid, summers go on forever. But on the sliding ruler, you start pushing it toward time and you realize that 70 summers have come and gone, you don’t want to waste them. I’ll never perform in the summer again because I want to enjoy the summer.”

Mellencamp tells the newspaper that the album’s title refers to a cynical character he devised as the narrator of the songs, noting, “The most dangerous card in the deck is the one-eyed Jack…he has a sword behind his back.”

The album kicks off with the song “I Always Lie to Strangers,” in which, as Mellencamp explains, the character tells the listener “don’t trust me, I’m gonna lie to you and I know you’re gonna lie to me.” John adds, “[T]he whole thing comes to a head in the last verse, ‘this world is run by men much more crooked than me.’ He’s telling you, ‘I know I’m a scoundrel, but the people you pay attention to are bigger liars than me.'”

Strictly a One-Eyed Jack is now available on CD, vinyl and digitally. Here’s the full track list:

“I Always Lie to Strangers”
“Driving in the Rain”
“I Am a Man That Worries”
“Streets of Galilee”
“Sweet Honey Brown”
“Did You Say Such a Thing” (with Bruce Springsteen)
“Gone So Soon”
“Wasted Days” (with Bruce Springsteen)
“Simply a One-Eyed Jack”
“Chasing Rainbows”
“Lie to Me”
“A Life Full of Rain” (with Bruce Springsteen)

Walker Hayes can’t walk into Applebee’s anymore without fans coming up to him — but that’s a good thing

January 21, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The full-length version of Walker Hayes’ Country Stuff arrives today, and the singer’s career is in a very different place now than it was when he first put out the project as an EP.

That’s because he skyrocketed into superstardom with the viral success of “Fancy Like,” one of the songs on the EP-turned-album. It all started with a TikTok post and a dance that the singer came up with with his teenage daughter Lela, which turned into his first-ever chart-topping hit at country radio.

Now, even Lela’s got fans, Walker reveals.

“I’ve honestly been hit up by so many artists saying, ‘Can your daughter choreograph a dance?’ So I’m trying to help her navigate that,” he explains. “You know, [teaching her how to] do business with people and work hard and use our gift to share that. And she has a lot to learn, but yeah, she’s on her way.”

“Fancy Like” changed everything for Walker, too: His hit song has earned him high-profile performance slots, awards show nominations and — he’s hinted — some big tour plans for 2022.

As he sings in the chorus, Walker still likes to take his wife Laney to “Applebee’s on a date night,” but their experience at the restaurant chain is quite a bit different nowadays.

“When we walk into Applebee’s it turns into a meet-and-greet,” he admits. “But man, people are sweet, and we appreciate it. I mean, honest to God, we’re just so glad that happens, you know? Because that means [the song] has worked.”

Country Stuff also includes Walker’s current single, “AA.”

Shania Twain wants Harry Styles to sing with her…and wear her signature leopard print

January 21, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Most Harry Styles fans know that he’s a close friend of rock legend Stevie Nicks, but you may not know that he’s also friendly with another chart-topping veteran female singer of a certain age, who not only wants to sing with him, but twin with him, fashion-wise. We’re talking about Shania Twain.

Speaking on the latest episode of Home Now Radio on Apple Music Hits, during which she shared her ultimate sing-along playlist, Shania played Harry’s hit “Adore You” and said, “I love to sing along with Harry Styles. Harry and I are texting friends…yes, I’m bragging.”

She added that Harry is “apparently a fan of mine,” noting that he “likes to sing [my song] ‘You’re Still the One’ and he performs sometimes in his show, which is really cool and a huge compliment.”

Shania then went on to directly address Harry, saying “You and I should definitely do a duet together. We could do a version of one of your songs. I love your music. We could do a version of one of my songs, or we could just write a song from scratch and go from there.”

The Canadian superstar added that she thinks it’s “really cool” that both she and Harry “like to wear leopard print.” Shania famously rocked leopard print from head to toe in her video for “That Don’t Impress Me Much.”

“You look good in it,” she said. “Leopard print is a Shania Twain signature print, but Harry Styles can borrow it, of course, because he’s so cute and talented. So yeah, you’ve got my permission. Go ahead. Wear it. Just don’t wear it out.”

Meat Loaf passes away at age 74

January 21, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Meat Loaf has passed away at age 74.

The news was confirmed in a statement on the rocker and actor’s Facebook page.

“Our hearts are broken to announce that the incomparable Meat Loaf passed away tonight with his wife Deborah by his side,” the statement reads. “Daughters Pearl and Amanda and close friends have been with him throughout the last 24 hours.”

The post notes Meat Loaf’s “amazing career,” which spanned six decades. Meat Loaf, birth name Michael Lee Aday, sold 100 million album sales worldwide and starred in over 65 movies including Fight Club, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Wayne’s World. His 1977 album Bat Out of Hell is one of the top selling albums of all time and he scored a number one hit with 1993’s “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That).”

The statement continues, “We know how much he meant to so many of you and we truly appreciate all of the love and support as we move through this time of grief in losing such an inspiring artist and beautiful man…From his heart to your souls…don’t ever stop rocking!

Patti Smith to present livestream event next month showcasing her songs and writing

January 20, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Patti Smith has announced plans for a special livestream event that will take place February 2 at Electric Lady Studios in New York City, that will feature her performing songs, telling stories, and reciting some of her poetry and prose.

Patti will be joined by her longtime band mates Lenny Kaye and Tony Shanahan during the presentation, which will be available exclusively to paid subscribers to her Substack page.

Substack subscribers also can submit questions and requests that Smith may respond to or fulfill during the show. After the livestream, which begins at 8 p.m. ET, the presentation will be available on demand for 24 hours.

You can check out a video message from Patti sharing details about the livestream and her Substack page.

Substack is an online platform that’s geared toward writers interested in connecting directly with their audiences. Smith joined the platform last year, and has been using it to debut weekly installments of her first serialized long-form work, The Melting.

The Melting began as a series of writings from Patti’s private pandemic journal, and has expanded into covering other topics, incorporating elements of science fiction and including reflections on the climate crisis. The ongoing work, which so far is made up of almost 40 installments and is nearing completion, also features audio recordings and photos.

Meanwhile, the 75-year-old Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and her band are scheduled for their first concert of 2022 on February 22 in Brooklyn, New York. You can check out her full itinerary at PattiSmith.net.

Ladies in waiting: All-female Rock Fantasy Camp featuring Nancy Wilson, Melissa Etheridge & others postponed

January 20, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The first all-female edition of Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp, which originally was scheduled to take place in Los Angeles from January 27 to January 30, has been postponed because of ongoing COVID-19 concerns, and now will be held over Mother’s Day weekend, May 6-9.

Topping the list of artists taking part in this installment of Rock Camp are Heart‘s Nancy Wilson, Melissa Etheridge and Go-Go’s bassist Kathy Valentine.

Other talented musicians who will serve as musical mentors to the campers include Australian guitar whiz Orianthi, ex-Hole and Mötley Crüe drummer Samantha Maloney, former Michael Jackson touring guitarist Jennifer Batten, Jeff Beck touring bassist Rhonda Smith and many more.

Besides the accomplished musicians taking part in the camp, the crew and staff for the event also will be solely comprised of women.

The four-day event will feature masterclasses, Q&A sessions and themed jams, and will culminate with the campers performing in front of a live audience at the famed Whisky a Go Go club in West Hollywood, California. The campers also will be treated to a pre-Grammy party on Saturday night.

Wilson says of the decision to reschedule the event, “The thrill of attending Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp is the up close and personal attention each camper receives from our RockStar counselors. With the current restrictions, this completely changes the whole experience. Looking forward to rocking out safely Mother’s Day Weekend.”

Visit RockCamp.com for more information.

A$AP Rocky, Kid Cudi and Playboi Carti headline The Smoker’s Club Fest in Southern California

January 20, 2022 by WDNY Radio

A$AP Rocky, Kid Cudi and Playboi Carti will headline The Smoker’s Club Fest on April 30 in San Bernadino, California.

Fans are encouraged to blaze up at the event featuring 70 acts performing at the Glen Helen Amphitheater which holds 65,000 people. The festival is described as “celebrating hip hop as one of the leading forces in paving the way for cannabis culture becoming mainstream.”

The lineup also includes Schoolboy Q, Wiz Khalifa, 2 Chainz, Ferg, Joey Bada$$, Lupe Fiasco, Curren$y, Rico Nasty, Earl Sweatshirt, Jay Rock, Wale, The Alchemist, and many more.

There will be a special pre-sale beginning Monday, January 24 at 10 a.m. PT for fans who sign up for early access to passes online at smokersclubfest.com. Remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public on January 24 at 2 p.m. PT.

Justin Bieber to headline ‘Homecoming Weekend’ pre-Super Bowl event in February

January 20, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Justin Bieber is set to kick off his Justice World Tour on February 18, but he’ll warm up for that with a February 11 performance ahead of the Super Bowl.

Justin is headlining The h.wood Group’s Homecoming Weekend pop-up party in Los Angeles, reports Billboard. The bill also includes Marshmello, and will take place in an event space outside the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood.

The event, presented by REVOLVE and the MALÏBU crypto service, will be Justin’s first live appearance of 2022. The bad news is that it’s an invitation-only bash, so unless you’re an A-list music, fashion, sports or entertainment star, you’re not getting in.

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