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Does Ed Sheeran’s new tattoo reveal how many kids he wants?

November 4, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Eagle-eyed fans believe Ed Sheeran found a not-so-subtle but perfectly on-brand way of telling the world just how many kids he plans on having. Thanks to a new tattoo on the “Shivers” singer’s back, fans firmly believe he is aiming for a family of six.

Sheeran, who is married to Cherry Seaborn and is the father of their 1-year-old daughter Lyra Antarctica, recently got his little one’s footprints tattooed as a framed picture on the back of his right shoulder.

However, as seen in his new “Overpass Graffiti” music video, fans noted that there are three additional empty picture frames also inked onto his back — leaving many to believe they are reserved for three more sets of tiny footprints.

According to British publication The Sun, their assumptions are correct. A source close to the Grammy-winning singer spilled, “Ed’s new tattoos represent the four children he hopes to have. He has Lyra’s footprints in one and is saving the other spaces for the three more kids he wants.”

Sheeran backed up the source’s intel and recently told the outlet that, while he would “love more kids,” he will defer to his bride because “it’s her body.”

He also proved that he’s Seaborn’s biggest fan when revealing why he is so “proud” and “in awe” of her.

“She did a whole Cambridge degree which she started two weeks before giving birth, new baby, and I went to her graduation three days ago at Jesus College and people were saying like, ‘How did she do this with a baby?,'” he laughed.

Ed and Cherry wed in a secret ceremony in 2018 and welcomed Lyra in August 2020.

For ABC’s ‘Queen Family Singalong’ tonight, Pentatonix had to “fight” to do their favorite song

November 4, 2021 by WDNY Radio

ABC airs the latest in its Family Singalong franchise tonight: The Queen Family Singalong, paying tribute to the iconic British band via songs belted out by the likes of OneRepublic, Adam Lambert, Alessia Cara and Pentatonix. But the a capella group says it was tough for them to convince the show’s producers to let them sing their preferred song from the Queen catalog.

“We actually fought for that song!” Pentatonix member Matt Sallee laughs. “We said, ‘Oh, please can we do ‘Somebody to Love?’ ‘Cause it has so many harmonies and so many vocal parts, and it’s just so theatrical and it just fits an acapella arrangement really well.”

The problem, member Scott Hoying explains, was “The people running the show had some ideas of what [songs] we could do.”

“They were like, ‘We really are inspired by y’all doing this song.’ And we were like, ‘We’re so down for that…But can we do ‘Somebody to Love?'” he laughs. “And they were like, ‘We’ll see.'”

Ultimately, Pentatonix got the green light. “We were really excited to get to do it,” adds Matt. “I mean…Queen! They’re massive…they’re iconic… all the words, you know? And so what an honor to be able to be a part of an event like that.”

Other performances include OneRepublic doing “We Are the Champions,” Alessia Cara doing “Killer Queen,” and Adam Lambert, who’s currently the lead singer of Queen in real life, belting out “The Show Must Go On.”

“You’re going to hear Queen songs in new and different ways that you’ve not heard them before… and I think there’s a lot of surprises in there as well,” says Adam, adding, “I can’t wait for people to see it!”

The Queen Family Singalong airs tonight at 8 p.m EDT on ABC.

Cyndi Lauper, Cher, Melissa Etheridge & more team up for social media campaign for climate change action

November 3, 2021 by WDNY Radio

The United Nations Climate Change Conference is taking place in Glasgow, Scotland through November 12, and some of the world’s top musical artists are using their social platforms to help spread the word about the importance of taking action against the global threat.

Cyndi Lauper, Cher, Melissa Etheridge and Quincy Jones are among the music stars that have teamed up with the Right Here, Right Now Climate Alliance; throughout the end of the conference, they are posting messages aimed not just at world leaders, but at their millions of followers.

The goal is to mobilize half a billion people to urge the leaders to accelerate action against climate change, which can cause flooding, fires, extreme weather and destruction of species, not to mention its impact on poor and marginalized populations.

“We’re grateful for all of the celebrities who are helping promote climate change as a human rights crisis,” says David Clark, founder of Right Here, Right Now. “It is critically important that we humanize the issue through a human rights lens, as people need to understand the choices they make, have real impact on the lives of others.”

Other artists participating in the initiative include Jason Mraz, Pentatonix, Natasha Bedingfield and Camila Cabello.

Join the Right Here, Right Now Global Climate Alliance and global partner @UNHumanRights in calling for the UN Climate Change Conference in Glasgow @COP26 to treat #ClimateChange as the #HumanRights crisis it is! Learn more about #RHRN to get involved now! https://t.co/ghpf06wngX pic.twitter.com/A6Pdhv6tW5

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Welcome Back! Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy kicks off new US tour tonight

November 3, 2021 by WDNY Radio

After being off the road since 2019 because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Carl Palmer and his current band ELP Legacy launches a new U.S. tour tonight in Warrendale, Pennsylvania.

The trek, which currently features 14 dates on the East Coast and Midwest, is mapped out through a November 21 concert in Wayne, New Jersey. More shows will be added to the schedule soon.

The tour will feature Palmer’s ELP Legacy marking the 50th anniversary of Carl’s old band, the legendary prog-rock trio Emerson, Lake & Palmer.

“Finally! The band and I are very eager to get back on stages in America, and around the rest of world, where possible,” says Palmer in a statement. “The show will have some material we have not played in years, as well as ELP’s best loved material. Visually, we will include footage in the show that reflects the highlights of ELP’s career.”

ELP Legacy is a power trio that also features guitarist/singer Paul Bielatowicz and bassist/Chapman stick player Simon Fitzpatrick.

Palmer is the sole surviving member of ELP, as keyboardist Keith Emerson and singer/bassist Greg Lake both died in 2016.

Meanwhile, Carl notes that the ELP Legacy tour marks the launch of a three-year series of events and releases celebrating the music and history of Emerson, Lake & Palmer.

Future plans include a limited-edition biography about the group, a new Palmer art collection focusing on ELP’s five main studio albums, a documentary, a film based on the band’s classic song “Karn Evil 9,” and a special trek that will feature Carl performing alongside archival footage of his late band mates.

Visit CarlPalmer.com to check out ELP Legacy’s full list of upcoming tour dates.

Patti LaBelle to testify before Congress on Thursday for National Diabetes Awareness Month

November 3, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Patti LaBelle, who has suffered from diabetes for over 25 years, is speaking to Congress on Thursday in conjunction with National Diabetes Awareness Month to advocate for better access to care for people with Type 2 diabetes.

“Diabetes is often invisible to everyone except those living with it, so we need to make it visible and help people access the care and technology they deserve,” the “On My Own” singer says in a statement.

LaBelle is joining the Diabetes Leadership Council for a virtual event that will convene policymakers, advocates and healthcare professionals to explore how disparities in diabetes caregiving and technology access impact vulnerable communities, especially in communities of color.

In an Instagram video, the 77-year-old icon revealed she discovered she had diabetes after falling during a concert in the 1990s in Albany, New York. “The stage was moving around, so I passed out, but I thought was I dizzy,” Patti recalls. “I was rushed to the hospital and the doctor came and said you’re type 2 diabetic.”

For those who try to hide the illness, the two-time Grammy winner says, “My advice to those who are shamed of saying they’re diabetic is that you’re crazy. Say it and live with it and smile. I have diabetes, but diabetes does not have me.”

The “Diabetes Technology: Disparities, Access, Equity” event with Congress, featuring Patti, can be viewed this Thursday, November 4, at 12 p.m ET/ 90 a.m. PT, on The Hill website.

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Maynard James Keenan announces premiere of previously unreleased film capturing 2016 book event

November 3, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Maynard James Keenan has announced the premiere of a previously unreleased film called A Curmudgeon’s Guide to Divine Collisions and Pythagorean Oenology.

The ornately titled special captures a 2016 live event during the Tool/A Perfect Circle/Puscifer frontman’s tour in support of his book A Perfect Union of Contrary Things, which was released that year.

A Curmudgeon’s Guide is set to premiere November 12 alongside the launch of Puscifer TV, an online library of the band’s filmed performances and projects available for on-demand rent and purchase.

Other titles so far announced for Puscifer TV include the group’s 2020 and 2021 streaming concerts, as well as their 2013 live release What Is…Puscifer.

You can check out a trailer for the film at the band’s official YouTube channel.

Tupac Shakur’s estate announces museum exhibit to open January 2022 in Los Angeles

November 3, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Twenty-five years after his death, the legacy of the late Tupac Shakur will explored in an immersive museum experience in Los Angeles

Wake Me When I’m Free, created in collaboration with the Shakur Estate, is described as “part museum, part art installation, part sensory experience.” It will open January 21, 2022 at at The Canvas @ L.A. Live

“It is a privilege to be a part of such a monumental project,” creative director Jeremy Hodges said in a statement. “Tupac Shakur was my Malcolm [X]; he was my Martin [Luther King Jr.], and to build an experience that honors such a prolific man, cannot be summed up in words. We wanted to create a memorable experience that will inspire you to be better than when you walked in, all while leaving you with the knowledge that he was a true revolutionary spirit.”

“Tupac Shakur was without a doubt one of the most important artists of his generation, transforming culture through his music and ideas,” says the show’s executive producer, Vice Chairman of Interscope Geffen A&M Records Steve Berman. ‘Wake Me When I’m Free’ honors Tupac’s extraordinary contributions and I know I speak for the entire Interscope and Universal Music Group family that we are so proud to be able to collaborate with our partners to bring this incredible exhibit to life.”

The iconic rapper died on September 13, 1996, six days after being shot while riding in Las Vegas with Death Row Records founder Suge Knight. Tupac was 25 years old.

Pre-sale tickets for Wake Me When I’m Free will go on sale on Tuesday, November 9 at 10:00 a.m. PT, and general tickets go on sale on Friday, Nov. 12 at 10:00 a.m. PT., on the event website.

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Jimmie Allen will flex his reporting skills for ABC News Live On the Red Carpet pre-show coverage

November 3, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Jimmie Allen will hit the red carpet ahead of the 2021 CMA Awards, joining forces with Good Morning America’s Lara Spencer and ABC’s George Pennacchio to report live on all the action before the big night.

On the Red Carpet will be a first-ever simulcast event, and will stream on ABC News Live beginning at 6:30 p.m. ET on November 10. It’ll feature interviews with some of country music’s biggest stars as they walk the red carpet before the show.

You can catch the first hour of coverage on ABC News Live and across ABC Owned Television Stations’ TV apps. Starting at 7:30 ET, coverage will air on ABC owned TV stations, too. Check local listings to find out how to watch.

Aside from serving as a star reporter from the pre-show carpet, Jimmie’s also nominated for Best New Artist at this year’s CMA Awards show.

The CMAs air November 10 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.

U2 premieres new single “Your Song Saved My Life” for ’Sing 2′ movie

November 3, 2021 by WDNY Radio

U2 has premiered a new single called “Your Song Saved My Life.”

The characteristically uplifting tune was recorded for the upcoming animated film Sing 2, in which Bono voices a rock-star lion character named Clay Calloway. The movie hits theaters this Christmas.

You can listen to “Your Song Saved My Life,” which U2 previously teased via their newly launched TikTok profile, now via digital outlets. It’s U2’s first new, original song in two years, though Bono and The Edge just contributed to a track with DJ and producer Martin Garrix called “We Are the People” earlier this year.

U2’s most recent album is 2017’s Songs of Experience.

Stevie Wonder’s House Full of Toys benefit concert returns this year

November 3, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Stevie Wonder’s House Full of Toys benefit concert is back this year.

The 23rd installment of the charity event will take place at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Saturday December 18. The last time Stevie hosted the concert was back in 2018.

“In this, a most challenged time throughout the world, is when we show up to show our deepest love and commitment to helping those to still enjoy this holiday season,” Stevie says in a statement. “It is my joy to be able to return and present HFOT.”

House Full of Toys benefits children, people with disabilities, and families in need during the holidays. Wonder’s We Are You Foundation asks concertgoers to bring an unwrapped toy or other gift to the show.

So far, Stevie is the only confirmed performer. Past shows have included performances by Lionel Richie, R&B singer Ella Mai, singer/rapper Anderson .Paak and more.

Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday, November 5 at 10 a.m. PT on AXS.COM.

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