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Conor McGregor shouts out Justin Bieber after they “bumped into” each other in the Bahamas

February 8, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Conor McGregor has nothing but love for Justin Bieber and, in a sweet post on Monday, the Irish MMA fighter let fans know what happens when the two randomly cross paths.

“I bumped into @justinbieber again today. In the Bahamas! I always randomly see Justin out of nowhere and just chop it up, I love this kid,” McGregor raved on Instagram and shared a collage of photos of the two shooting the breeze after a game of tennis. “Two goats on a cliff sideways, just chopping it up, what’s happenin JB my brotha.”

The UFC champion went on to suggest that he believes these random run-ins aren’t coincidental, but fate. “I put it up to the sky this keeps happening, it’s something from above that keeps doing this,” he wrote. “God bless you my brother, great to see you always. Some serve today.”

Justin and Conor are longtime friends — and, prior to that, the “Peaches” singer was a big fan of the fighter. In September, the Irish athlete made it clear how overjoyed he was to present Justin with the prestigious Artist of the Year Award at the MTV VMAs.

Super Bowl report: Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat, Lil Baby, Kid Cudi, Gospel Celebration and more

February 8, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Megan Thee Stallion, Doja Cat and Lil Baby have been added to the star-studded pre-Super Bowl entertainment this week in Los Angeles.

They all will perform at Michael Rubin‘s Fanatics party on Saturday, Page Six reports. Kevin Hart, Shaquille O’Neal, Magic Johnson and Alex Rodriguez are among the stars expected to attend.

Meanwhile, after the Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 27-24 in overtime to advance to the Super Bowl, Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow said he always listens to Kid Cudi‘s music to get him pumped before each game. Cudi asked for his jersey from the game, and Burrow happily sent it to the “Erase Me” rapper, who will attend the Super Bowl as the Bengals play the Los Angeles Rams.

“Rockin’ this b**** to the game and then framing it. I am so geeked right now,” Cudi tweeted, along with a photo of the jersey.

As previously reported, many more stars will be featured in Super Bowl events:

–Bounce TV will present the 23rd annual Super Bowl Gospel Celebration on Saturday at 8 p.m. ET. CeCe Winans, Chloe, Regina Belle, CeeLo Green and LeCrae will be among the performers. Super Bowl-winning quarterback Russell Wilson of the Seattle Seahawks will also appear.

–The Poppy nightclub in Hollywood will be jammin’ all weekend with appearance by Wiz Khalifa, Swae Lee, Roddy Ricch, French Montana and T-Pain.

—Usher will sing at the Chairman’s Party on Saturday at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, site of the Super Bowl.

—Gunna will hit the stage at the DirecTV/Maxim party on Friday at City Market LA.

–The same night, Lil Wayne headlines Shaquille O’Neal’s “Shaq’s Fun House” party at the Shrine Auditorium.

—Drake will perform at the “Homecoming” party on Saturday at the Pacific Design Center.

Report: Lil Uzi Vert sentenced to three years probation for assaulting ex-girlfriend and SAINt JHN

February 8, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Lil Uzi Vert has reportedly accepted a plea bargain with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office after being charged with assault in an incident involving his ex-girlfriend and rapper SAINt JHN.

TMZ reports that the Philly MC was sentenced to three years of probation, one year in treatment for mental health and substance abuse, 52 weeks in domestic violence counseling, restitution, and 10 years under a criminal protective order. In July 2021, Uzi was charged with three felonies — assault with a firearm, criminal threats and domestic violence — in addition to a misdemeanor charge for carrying a loaded weapon.

His former girlfriend, Brittany Byrd, filed a police report alleging that the “Futsal Shuffle 2020” rapper struck her and threatened her with a gun while she was at the Dialog Cafe in West Hollywood for a business meeting with SAINt JHN. She claims that Uzi jumped out of his Escalade and threw a punch that missed JHN, as his gun fell on the ground. Byrd added that Vert allegedly pushed the gun against her stomach and hit her.

Eddie Vedder seemingly returns fire back at Mötley Crüe with drumming comment

February 8, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Eddie Vedder seemingly shot back at Mötley Crüe during a recent live show after Nikki Sixx called Pearl Jam “one of the most boring bands in history.”

As captured by fan-shot footage posted to YouTube, Vedder appeared to be making fun of Crüe drummer Tommy Lee while introducing the drummer in his solo band, Chad Smith of Red Hot Chili Peppers.

“That drum kit, that silver, beautiful machine…does not need to elevate or rotate to do its job,” Vedder said to a cheering crowd.

Lee, of course, played on an elaborate drum roller coaster during the Crüe’s later tours, including their 2014-2015 “farewell” run.

As previously reported, this whole thing started when Vedder told The New York Times Magazine that he “despised” Mötley Crüe and bands of their ilk.

“I hated it,” Vedder said. “I hated how it made the fellas look. I hated how it made the women look. It felt so vacuous.”

Sixx then fired back at Vedder with a tweet reading, “Made me laugh today reading how much the singer in Pearl Jam hated @MotleyCrue. Now considering that they’re one of the most boring bands in history it’s kind of a compliment isn’t it?”

The Pearl Jam Twitter account then responded with a video of a crowd going crazy during one of the grunge band’s shows along with the caption, “We [heart emoji] our bored fans.”

Camila Cabello hilariously confirms Familia tour

February 8, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Camila Cabello announced her third studio album, Familia, is arriving sometime this year and, for the first time, confirmed that she will be heading out on tour.

Taking to TikTok on Tuesday, the “Don’t Go Yet” singer shared a brief video clip, titled “The US during the Familia tour.” The snippet shows the Grammy nominee pretending to be on stage and holding out the microphone to hear the imaginary audience sing along while the first notes of Daddy Yankee‘s “Gasolina” blare in the background.

The audio then cuts to a woman horribly flubbing the lyrics and Camila jokingly looks around in confusion.

This is the first time Camila has mentioned the Familia tour. She has yet to confirm when it starts and where it’ll take her.

When announcing her third studio album over the summer, Camila explained it was “inspired by two things: family and food. Your family by blood, but also your chosen family.” Familia, she added, celebrates her Cuban heritage.

She began teasing the next single off the album last week but has yet to reveal when we’ll get to hear it.

Ann Wilson releasing new solo album, ‘Fierce Bliss,’ in April; features collaborations with Gov’t Mule & others

February 8, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Heart frontwoman Ann Wilson will release a new solo album titled Fierce Bliss on April 29.

The 11-track collection was recorded at various sessions in Nashville, Seattle, Connecticut and Muscle Shoals, Alabama. The album features mostly new originals co-written by Wilson, while also including covers of Queen‘s “Love of My Life” and Robin Trower‘s “Bridge of Sighs.” “Love of My Life” features guest vocals by country star and current Eagles touring member Vince Gill, while acclaimed blues-rocker Kenny Wayne Shepherd plays guitar on “Bridge of Sighs” and an original song called “Missionary Man.”

Wilson recorded two tracks — “Gladiator” and “Angel’s Blues” — with Gov’t Mule, the group led by former Allman Brothers Band singer/guitarist Warren Haynes, who also co-wrote the tunes with Ann.

Wilson was accompanied on most tracks by a group of session musicians who now serve as her solo touring band, The Amazing Dawgs.

Fierce Bliss also includes Ann’s 2021 single “Black Wing,” which she recorded with some Seattle-based musicians, including recent Heart touring bassist Andy Stoller and keyboardist Dan Walker.

Ann has released the album’s first track, “Greed,” as an advance digital single, while a music video for the tune has debuted at her official YouTube channel.

“‘Greed’ is that thing in our animal nature that makes us want MORE,” Wilson explains about the song’s theme. “Whether it be money, sex, power or ecstasy, it fires our craving! It happens with all of us. When you turn around and catch yourself making decisions because you want the money, or because you’re caught in the headlights of glory, well, those are greedy moments.”

Wilson is lining up 2022 tour dates with The Amazing Dawgs. Visit AnnWilson.com for her current schedule.

You can pre-order Fierce Bliss now. Here’s the full track list:

“Greed”
“Black Wing”
“Bridge of Sighs”
“Fighten for Life”
“Love of My Life” — featuring Vince Gill
“Missionary Man”
“Gladiator”
“Forget Her”
“A Moment in Heaven”
“Angel’s Blues”*
“As the World Turns”

* = on CD and digital formats only.

The Chainsmokers will help you tailgate for the Super Bowl in TikTok pre-game concert

February 8, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The Super Bowl is just days away and The Chainsmokers are making the big day even more exciting by kicking off an exclusive pre-game concert on TikTok.

The EDM duo announced their next gig on Tuesday, writing, “Bringing together the worlds two favorite things TikTok and Tailgating!” The concert starts at 2:55 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 13, and will be streamed on the NFL’s official TikTok page. The Grammy nominees will be playing in the parking lot outside of SoFi Stadium, where the Los Angeles Rams will take on the Cincinnati Bengals.

The Chainsmokers also shared a short TikTok video confirming their upcoming performance and sarcastically told football fans “and we’re not sorry” they are officially attached to the biggest night in the NFL season.

This upcoming performance arrives shortly after The Chainsmokers released “High,” their first song in nearly two years. Prior to that, the duo had taken an extensive break on social media to work on their upcoming fourth studio album, which they’ve dubbed TCS4 until an official title is revealed.

They have been most active on TikTok and, most famously, had two doppelgängers pretending to be them a week before their inevitable return, which sparked wild fan theories that Drew Taggart and Alex Pall mocked once they reclaimed their account;

It is unknown what songs or stunts The Chainsmokers will pull in their upcoming performance on Sunday, but considering the outrageous shenanigans the two have been pulling on social media — fans are already speculating about what plans the duo have up their sleeves.

Michael Jackson biopic to be distributed by Lionsgate

February 8, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Nearly 13 years following the passing of Michael Jackson, a biopic about the King of Pop is coming to the big screen.

Lionsgate announced it will distribute the film now being developed by Oscar-winning producer Graham King, according to Deadline.

The movie is being co-produced by John Branca and John McClain, the co-executors of the Michael Jackson estate, and has the blessing of the Jackson family. Michael’s mother, Katherine Jackson, said in a statement, “Ever since Michael was little, as a member of The Jackson 5, he loved the magic of cinema. As a family, we are honored to have our life story come alive on the big screen.”

Simply titled Michael, the biopic is described as “an in-depth portrayal of a complicated man who became the King of Pop. It will bring to life Jackson’s most iconic performances as it gives an informed insight into the entertainer’s artistic process and personal life.”

“I first met the Jackson family in 1981 and I’m humbled to bring their legacy to the big screen,” says King, who won the Best Picture Oscar in 2009 for The Departed. “Sitting at Dodger Stadium watching the Victory Tour, I could never have imagined that nearly 38 years later I would get the privilege to be a part of this film.”

The Michael Jackson Broadway production MJ: The Musical opened February 1 in New York City. Michael’s children — Paris, Prince and Bigi, aka Blanket, attended the opening night performance, as well as TJ Jackson, son of Michael’s brother, Tito Jackson.

Always be my money: Mariah Carey’s new contest has $100k in cash prizes

February 8, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Always be my money: Mariah Carey’s new contest has 0k in cash prizes

If you could use some serious extra cash, better fire up that Snapchat account. Mariah Carey has teamed with the video-sharing app for an all-new Spotlight challenge — the #AlwaysBeMyBaby Challenge — where the grand prize is $50,000.

Entering is simple . First and foremost, you need a Snapchat account. From there, all you need to do is show Mariah how you’re cozying up with the one you love on Valentine’s Day, but you have to use her 1995 hit “Always Be My Baby” to get yourself entered.

“Today’s all about love,” Mariah said in the official announcement. “Show me how you’re spending your special day!” She even provided an example, where her boyfriend, Bryan Tanaka, brings her a tray with two champagne glasses and some chocolates. He then pours her some Black Irish liqueur, which is Mimi’s own Irish cream brand, and the two toast. This all happens as her hit song plays in the background.

The #AlwaysBeMyBaby Challenge is now open and video submissions will be accepted until Tuesday, February 15. The grand prize winner will be hooked up with that $50,000 jackpot, while the second- and third-place winners will respectively win $30,000 and $20,000.

Will Smith, Denzel Washington, Beyoncé & Questlove among Oscar nominees

February 8, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The nominations for the 94th annual Academy Awards were announced Tuesday, and Will Smith, Denzel Washington, Beyoncé and Questlove are among the nominees.

As expected, Smith scored a Best Actor nomination for his starring role as the father of Venus and Serena Williams in the film King Richard. His co-star, Aunjanue Ellis, also received a nod for Best Supporting Actress for playing the tennis icons’ mother, Oracene Price.

Washington, already a two-time Oscar winner, was nominated for Best Actor for his role as the title character in The Tragedy of Macbeth, director Joel Coen‘s take on the classic Shakespeare play.

Meanwhile, the Beyhive is losing their minds over the fact that Beyoncé received her first-ever Oscar nomination for co-writing the song “Be Alive,” for the movie King Richard. She shares the nomination with her co-writer, Dixson.

In addition, Questlove received his first Oscar nomination, for his documentary Summer of Soul (…Or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised). It spotlights the New York City’s 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival, a six-week event that featured everyone from Stevie Wonder and Nina Simone to Gladys Knight & The Pips and Mahalia Jackson.

The 94th Annual Academy Awards air March 27 live on ABC.

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