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Pink Floyd releases another archival performance video from historic 1989 Venice concert

July 31, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Pink Floyd is once again sharing some live footage from their archives.

The band just released video of a performance of The Dark Side of the Moon track “The Great Gig in the Sky,” recorded at their iconic 1989 concert in Venice, Italy.

“Filmed in 1989, this unforgettable concert took place on a floating stage in the heart of Venice,” reads a post on Instagram. “The performance remains renowned not only for the music, but also for its extraordinary setting and ambitious production.”

This isn’t the first archival performance Pink Floyd has shared from the Live in Venice concert, which was a stop on their A Momentary Lapse of Reason tour. Over the past several weeks they’ve posted videos for such tracks as “Time,” “The Dogs of War,” “On the Turning Away” and “Learning to Fly.”

The original concert was filmed for Italian TV and broadcast worldwide.

Sublime’s self-titled album certified Diamond

July 31, 2026 by WDNY Radio

A Diamond album is what Sublime’s got.

The “Santeria” outfit’s 1996 self-titled album has passed 10 million certified units by the RIAA, officially making it Diamond.

The album Sublime spawned the singles “Santeria,” “What I Got,” “Wrong Way” and “Doin’ Time.” It marked the band’s final record with frontman Bradley Nowell, who died just months ahead of its release.

While the Sublime offshoot Sublime with Rome would go on to release several albums, the self-titled record remained the final Sublime statement. That is, until the band reformed in 2023 with Bradley Nowell’s son, Jakob Nowell, on vocals and guitar.

With Jakob Nowell stepping into his father’s role, Sublime released their first new album in 30 years, Until the Sun Explodes, in June.

Sublime will be performing in New York City’s Central Park as part of ABC’s Good Morning America Summer Concert series on Aug. 14.

Sam Fender and Olivia Dean break 73-year-old UK chart record with ‘Rein Me In’

July 31, 2026 by WDNY Radio

With “Rein Me In,” Sam Fender and Olivia Dean have reined in history.

The track, a collaborative recording of a cut off Fender’s 2025 album, People Watching, has spent its 19th week at the top of the U.K.’s Official Single Chart, breaking the record for the longest-running #1 song across the pond.

The previous record of 18 weeks was set 73 years ago in 1953 by singer Frankie Laine’s song “I Believe.”

“Completely lost for words, thank you so much to Olivia Dean and the fans for making this song the juggernaut that it is,” Fender tells Official Charts. “Can’t believe we broke the UK record!”

The version of “Rein Me In” with Dean is included on the deluxe version of People Watching. It currently sits at #25 on the Billboard Alternative Airplay chart.

Music Notes: Trippie Redd, Wyclef Jean and Joe Budden

July 31, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Joe Budden has another podcast on the way, but this one is about true crime. He tells Forbes, “Without giving you too much, we’re going to delve into some stories. I’m a true crime head. I watch it all. This will be me looking at stories, telling stories, just putting a modern spin on true crime.”

Trippie Redd revealed on Instagram that his new album, NDA, arrives on Aug. 14. He announced the news on Instagram with a trailer. The lead single, “Swagger,” and accompanying music video are out now.

After calling for Tsu Surf’s freedom at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards, Wyclef Jean teamed up with him for the remix to “Mr. October,” out now. The original version features G Herbo and appears on Wyclef’s Clef Notes album. Surf, born Rahjon Cox, spent time in prison on RICO and weapons charges linked to his role in the Rollin’ 60s Neighborhood Crips gang, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. He was released in April.

Chrissie Hynde shares her thoughts on hugs: ‘When did everyone get so touchy-feely?’

July 31, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Pretenders frontwoman Chrissie Hynde doesn’t seem to be the biggest fan of the hug. In a recent post on social media, she seemed to question why “hugs” suddenly became a go-to salutation in emails.

“Question: When did everyone get so touchy-feely?” she wrote. “It seems like a new thing where people sign their emails: ‘Hugs.’ Hate to be a spoil sport, but I’m wondering if there’s anyone else out there who isn’t huggy. Surely, it’s not just me.”

“Has this come from the therapy culture? The Grammy culture? Over-sharing?” she questioned.

“I guess we’re like dogs. Some are Lone wolves (me) and others are lap dogs who like a lot of pampering (hugs),” she noted. “( btw …I’m not confusing touchy-feely-huggy people with out-and- out sexy beasts. Two totally different things).”

Hynde also questioned email sign-offs that read “Stay safe,” simply asking “Seriously?” before signing off with, “OK well that’s my thought for the day.”

Hynde later clarified her comments in a second post.

“Suddenly, I seem to be getting a lot of messages signed: ‘Hugs.’ Maybe I was wrong. Maybe everyone really does need a hug,” she wrote. “That was probably mean spirited of me and so I would like to now say, ‘Have a nice day… Hugs.’”

She added, “I’ll write another riveting blog next time I have something unimportant to say In the meantime, Hugs.”

Modest Mouse guitarist Simon O’Connor dropped from upcoming tour

July 31, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Modest Mouse guitarist Simon O’Connor won’t be joining the band on their upcoming U.S. tour dates, the “Float On” outfit announced Friday.

The news comes after a fan alleged that O’Connor, who joined Modest Mouse in 2021, sent them inappropriate messages. In a Reddit post purportedly written by O’Connor, he said, “I would like to just state that I unequivocally oppose any sexual behavior towards minors, as a human and a parent it disgusts me.”

O’Connor wrote that he’d messaged someone a “tasteless meme” by accident thinking they were someone else.

“I unsent the messages and immediately ceased communication,” O’Connor wrote. “I’m genuinely sorry to the person who received those messages. They didn’t deserve to be put in that position, and I’m sorry for the stress and attention this has brought them.”

Modest Mouse’s tour kicks off Aug. 4 in Ojai, California. It supports their new album, An Eraser and a Maze.

Travis Scott drops limited-edition ‘The Odyssey’ merch

July 31, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Travis Scott has released a new line of merch honoring Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey.

The limited-edition capsule, available for one week only, features T-shirts, a tote bag and a long-sleeved Cactus Jack shirt.

Travis also designed two sneakers exclusively for the film’s cast and crew: the Cactus Jack x The Odyssey x Nike Moon Shoe and the Cactus Jack x The Odyssey x Nike ACG Moc.

His short film for “When I’m Home” featuring James Blake and Ludwig Göransson, which plays during the film’s end credits, is also out now.

In The Odyssey, Travis takes on the role of a bard, a professional storyteller or a singer who composed and recited verses.

“I wanted somebody on-screen who would be reciting words and holding attention in the room in a very credible way, that we can relate to in today’s world, so that we would understand the drama and the emotion that comes from storytelling through poetry,” Nolan previously told Variety. “If you view it in rarefied terms, if you elevate it and have some very formal version of what a bard in the palace of Ithaca might be, I would find that alienating.”

The Odyssey is now in theaters.

Rick Wakeman releases ‘The Jezro Crater’ off upcoming album, ‘Return to the Red Planet’

July 31, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Former Yes keyboardist Rick Wakeman is giving fans a preview of his upcoming album, Return to the Red Planet, with the release of the new song “The Jezero Crater.”

Return to the Red Planet, dropping Oct. 16, is the second time Wakeman has released an album inspired by Mars. The first, The Red Planet, was released in 2020.

The new album is described as “a sweeping new progressive work that fuses science, imagination, and musical virtuosity.” The description adds that it’s inspired by “the remarkable images and research that have transformed our understanding of Mars in recent years.”

“Once I started looking at the new data and photographs, I realised there was an entirely new album waiting to be written,” Wakeman explained when the album was announced. “There was simply too much more to say about Mars – musically and spiritually – not to return.”

On the album, Wakeman is backed by The English Rock Ensemble, made up of bassist Lee Pomeroy, guitarist Dave Colquhoun, drummer Adam Falkner and vocalist Mollie Marriott, daughter of English musician Steve Marriott.

Return to the Red Planet is available for preorder now.

New Music Friday: Cardi B, Jacquees and more

July 31, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Cardi B’s “Ah Ha” is out now, following a great response to the song’s teaser. “AH HA is out RIGHT NOW!! Go run it up in the clubs… the weddings.. the funerals!!!” she wrote on her socials.

Isaiah Falls released LVRS PARADISE: SIDE B, the second part of his debut album, LVRS PARADISE: SIDE A. He’s also dropped the video for “HoneyButter” featuring Mahalia, which draws inspiration from the song’s flirtatious lyric, “red wine, some smoke in the room and acting like lovers do,” according to a press release.

Jacquees has dropped Mood 2, the sequel to his 2016 Mood mixtape. “10 years later… what started as a mixtape is finally an album. Some music never leaves you, it just waits for the right time. Thank y’all for keeping MOOD alive,” he says in a statement. BLXST, Kodak Black, NOBY, Rob49 and Ty Dolla $ign are among the guests on the album.

Skilla Baby’s out with “Show Me Love,” from The Price of Fame, arriving Aug. 21. It’s described in a press release as “a snapshot of the artist as he stands now: grateful, grown, on his grind, and without a single second to spare for haters and fake friends.”

Too $hort dropped SIR TOO $HORT, VOL. 2 – DRINK & SMOKE, featuring lead single “Out Tonight” with King George, about “wanting to have a night out on the town with a special lady,” according to a press release. Guests include E-40, Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, Tyga, Saweetie, Lil Jon and comedian Godfrey.

Russ, “Coulda Shoulda Woulda”

Tee Grizzley, “No Effort 2“

Ari Lennox, “Hookah Baby“

PlaqueBoyMax, “Diva“

Meek Mill, “Nightmares to Dreams“

Carly Simon releases new ‘Comes in Waves’ track, ‘Peaches’

July 31, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Carly Simon is offering up another preview of her upcoming album, Comes in Waves.

The latest is the single “Peaches,” which is now available via digital outlets. It is the second song she’s released from the album, following “Howl.”

“One day, I turned on the drum function and improvised ‘Peaches’ on the spot, which is the opposite way I usually compose music,” Simon said of the song’s origins. “The lesson here may be that underthinking a song can sometimes guide you down a strange, fearless road.”

According to Simon, “Peaches” is about “getting what you always wanted… and realizing you’d rather be home under the covers dreaming about these things.”

Comes in Waves, Simon’s first album of original music in 18 years, is due out Aug. 14. Her last album of new material was 2008’s This Kind of Love.

Comes in Waves is available for preorder now.

The song release comes just days after Simon announced that she has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.

“So many people have written to me, kindly wondering about my relative silence, asking how I am and what I have been doing,” she said on July 27. “The truth is, I’ve been learning how to live with Parkinson’s disease.”

“Parkinson’s is different for everyone, and it can be unpredictable,” she added. “Some days I’m so tired I can’t get the day moving at all. On others, it gives me a little more room to move, think, work, and feel like myself.”

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