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Nicki Minaj reacts to not being invited to Lil Wayne’s 39th birthday party

October 1, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Lil Wayne celebrated his 39th birthday Monday in Miami with several of his Young Money Entertainment artists, including Drake, who hosted the party. However, one of the biggest stars on the label, Nicki Minaj, was missing — because, Nicki says, she was not invited.

As photos of the big bash were posted on the Internet, Pink Barbie reacted, sarcastically commenting, “I had so much fun” under a group shot from the event.

Label president Mack Maine quickly apologized to the “Motorsport” rapper for the oversight.

“Lawwwdddd,” Mack wrote. “Don’t do it like that Nicketo!!! This s**t was so last minute. We could run it back deaux it wasn’t complete without you.”

Despite not being at the party, Minaj showed love for Wayne, her mentor, who launched her career in 2009 on the We Are Young Money compilation album. She posted a photo of her with Weezy on her Instagram Story and commented, “The 1st pic I took w the man who changed my life. Happy Birthday to my everything,” as captured by Rap-Up.

Nicki celebrated a very special birthday on Thursday: her son, whom she calls Papa Bear, turned one year old.

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There’s a fire within his soul: Dave Grohl volunteers to drum for ABBA

October 1, 2021 by WDNY Radio

If the ABBA comeback needs a drummer, then look no further than Dave Grohl.

Last month, the Swedish pop icons announced plans for their first new album in 40 years, and released a pair of new songs: “I Still Have Faith in You” and “Don’t Shut Me Down.” The news was very exciting for Grohl, who, one might say, has been brokenhearted — blue, even — since they day ABBA parted.

“Oh my god, I’m such a big ABBA fan,” Grohl tells the BBC. “When I saw that they were coming back and they had a record, I shot that link to 100 people I knew, then listened to the new song and wept like a baby. I cried like a baby. Oh man!”

When the interviewer suggests the idea that the former Nirvana drummer could reprise his role on ABBA’s 2022 reunion tour — which will feature digital avatars of the group — Grohl did not hesitate.

“Listen, I will get up and play drums at the opening of an envelope,” he says. “Show me a drum set and I will sit down to it. So yes, I would play with ABBA.”

KISS debuts new acoustic mix of “Beth” from forthcoming 45th anniversary ‘Destroyer’ reissue

October 1, 2021 by WDNY Radio

In advance of the upcoming 45th anniversary reissue of KISS‘ classic 1976 album, Destroyer, the rock legends have made available a new acoustic mix of their hit ballad, “Beth” — one of the previously unreleased tracks that will be featured on the deluxe collection.

The new mix, which can be purchased digitally or streamed now, features a fully restored version of an original acoustic guitar track mixed with original piano, vocal and synthesizer tracks to create a fresh sonic take on the memorable tune.

“Beth,” which was sung and co-written by KISS drummer Peter Criss, was the band’s highest-charting single on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at #7.

As previously reported, the Destroyer reissue will be released on November 19 in multiple configurations.

Among the various versions of the reissue is a Super Deluxe box set featuring four CDs, a Blu-ray audio disc, an assortment of collectible items, and a 68-page hardcover book.

The first CD features a remastered version of the original album. Disc two boasts demos from the Destroyer era, and the third CD includes various previously unreleased outtakes, alternate versions and mixes, single edits and more. Disc four features a previously unreleased concert that KISS played in Paris in May 1976.

The Blu-ray offers Dolby Atmos and 5.1 surround mixes of Destroyer, plus two bonus tracks, including the new acoustic mix of “Beth.”

Released in March 1976, Destroyer peaked at #11 on the Billboard 200 and became KISS’ most-successful studio album, selling over two million copies. In addition to “Beth,’ the album included the top-40 hit “Shout It Out Loud” and other enduring songs including “Detroit Rock City,” “King of the Night Time World” and “God of Thunder.”

The Destroyer reissue can be pre-ordered now.

Rolling Stones play Chi-Lites cover at North Carolina show; band offering free COVID vaccines at Pittsburgh gig

October 1, 2021 by WDNY Radio

The Rolling Stones played the second concert on their 2021 U.S. tour in Charlotte, North Carolina on Thursday, which included the official live debut of the band’s just-released cover of the 1970 Chi-Lites song, “Troubles A’ Comin.”

As previously reported, the soulful tune is one of nine unreleased tracks that will appear on the bonus disc of the band’s deluxe 40th anniversary Tattoo You reissue, which is due out on October 22. The Stones made the song available as an advance digital track yesterday morning.

The band first played “Troubles A’ Comin” live at a private tour warmup gig at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, on September 22, but Thursday’s concert marked the first time the rock legends performed it for a full audience.

The Charlotte show also featured a few other tunes that The Stones didn’t play at the September 26 tour kickoff in St. Louis, including “Let’s Spend the Night Together,” “Before They Make Me Run” and “Let It Bleed.” The latter song was chosen in the online fan vote the band held in the days leading up to the concert.

You can check out a photo of the hand-drawn set list guitarist Ronnie Wood created for the Charlotte concert on The Stones’ social media sites.

The group’s next concert takes place this Monday at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh.

The Rolling Stones have partnered the stadium’s management and Giant Eagle Pharmacy to offer a free COVID-19 vaccine clinic for concert attendees before the show. A photo ID and medical insurance card are required to receive the vaccination. The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines will be available. Visit HeinzField.com for more information.

Last night’s setlist in Charlotte saw an addition of Troubles A Comin’ from the upcoming release of Tattoo You 40th anniversary edition and fans voted for the 1969 classic Let It Bleed to be played!
Order your setlist print from: https://t.co/NjUfPEvGAL pic.twitter.com/G6sVJcrstz

— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) October 1, 2021

Thank you Charlotte! Hope you had a great night, it was good to be back! 👅 pic.twitter.com/DrIavbgVpm

— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) October 1, 2021

Billie Eilish joining Halloween concert experience of ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’

October 1, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Trick or treat? This is definitely a treat.

Billie Eilish will be performing at Disney’s live-to-film concert experience of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas this Halloween weekend.

She’ll be singing “Sally’s Song,” joining composer Danny Elfman, who’ll reprise the singing voice role of Jack Skellington.

“I’m absolutely thrilled to have Billie joining up with the nightmare crew!” Elfman says in a statement. “This will be a real treat (not a trick)!”

The cast will also include Ken Page reprising the singing role of Oogie Boogie, and “Weird Al” Yankovic who’ll be taking on the singing role of Lock. The performances, backed by a live orchestra, will be live in-sync with a showing of the film. The event will also feature a costume contest and trick-or-treating stations.

Shows will take place on Friday, October 29 and Sunday, October 31 at Banc of California Stadium. Tickets are on sale now.

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Listen to new Bullet for My Valentine song, “Rainbow Veins”

October 1, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Bullet for My Valentine has released a new song called “Rainbow Veins,” a track off the band’s upcoming self-titled album.

Despite its colorful title, “Rainbow Veins” is a creepy, eerie listen, though things do brighten up in the chorus a bit, thanks to some soaring background vocals. You can download “Rainbow Veins” now via digital outlets.

“Rainbow Veins” is the fourth song to be released from Bullet for My Valentine, following “Knives,” “Shatter” and “Parasite.” The album was originally supposed to drop on October 22, but has been delayed to November 5 due to “COVID-related manufacturing delays.”

LCD Soundsystem announces 20-show NYC residency

October 1, 2021 by WDNY Radio

LCD Soundsystem is returning to the live stage in a big way.

The beloved dance-punk outfit has announced a 20-show residency running from November 23 to December 21 at New York City’s Brooklyn Steel.

Tickets go on sale next Friday, October 8, at 10 a.m. ET, with a fan pre-sale beginning Wednesday, October 6, at 10 a.m. ET. American Express Card members will also have access to pre-sale, as well, starting Tuesday, October 5, at 10 a.m. ET.

Additionally, three of the shows, taking place December 13, 15 and 16, will be exclusive to American Express Card members.

For the full list of dates and all ticket info, visit YouAreHere.BoweryPresents.com.

The Brooklyn Steel residency will mark LCD Soundsystem’s first live performances since 2018.

Brothers of Liberté: The Doobie Brothers’ new studio album arrives today

October 1, 2021 by WDNY Radio

The Doobie Brothers on Friday released their first new studio album featuring all-new songs in over a decade.

Liberté features 12 original tunes by the group’s core members — Tom Johnston, Pat Simmons and John McFee — produced and co-written with John Shanks, who’s previously collaborated with Bon Jovi, Stevie Nicks and many others.

The album is The Doobie Brothers’ 15th full-length studio effort and their first album of new songs since 2010’s World Gone Crazy. It’s available now on CD and digital formats.

Coinciding with Liberté‘s arrival, the band has debuted a lyric video for one of the new songs, “Shine Your Light,” on their YouTube channel.

In addition, to celebrate the albums release, The Doobie Brothers will perform and be interviewed as part of a special that will be streamed on YouTube.com starting at 7 p.m. ET.

The Doobie Brothers gave fans an early preview of Liberté in August, when they issued a self-titled digital EP featuring four songs from the album — “Oh Mexico,” “Cannonball,” “Don’t Ya Mess with Me” and “Better Days.”

Also in August, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers finally launched their 50th anniversary tour, which was postponed from 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The trek, which sees former singer/keyboardist Michael McDonald rejoining the group, continues tonight in Spokane, Washington. The 2021 portion of the outing wraps up with an October 29 concert in Allentown, Pennsylvania, while a second leg is scheduled to begin on June 2, 2022, in West Palm Beach, Florida.

Visit TheDoobieBrothers.com for a full list of confirmed dates.

Here’s the track list of Liberté:

“Oh Mexico”
“Better Days”
“Don’t Ya Mess with Me”
“Cannonball”
“Wherever We Go”
“The American Dream”
“Shine Your Light”
“We Are More Than Love”
“Easy”
“Just Can’t Do This Alone”
“Good Thang”
“Amen Old Friend”

Mastodon releases new ’Hushed and Grim’ song, “Teardrinker”

October 1, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Mastodon has released a new song called “Teardrinker,” a track off the band’s upcoming album, Hushed and Grim.

Filled with openhearted lyrics and melodic guitar riffs, “Teardrinker” seems to reflect the motifs of grief that are spread throughout Hushed and Grim, which is dedicated to the memory of Mastodon’s late manger, Nick John. Its accompanying video, streaming now on YouTube, further explores those themes with mystical images of giant stone statues crying waterfalls.

“Teardrinker” is the second Hushed and Grim song to be released, following the single “Pushing the Tides.” The whole album is set to arrive October 29.

Mastodon will launch a co-headlining tour with Opeth in support of Hushed and Grim in November.

Katy Perry thanks Orlando Bloom while accepting ‘Variety”s Power of Women honor

October 1, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Katy Perry was honored Thursday night at Variety’s Power of Women event in Los Angeles.

The singer took the stage to accept the honor, which celebrates her philanthropic work with her Firework Foundation. She thanked her sister, Angela, who co-founded the organization, as well as her partner, Orlando Bloom.

Katy called Orlando “an incredible father [and] an example to our greatest gift ever, our daughter Daisy — a future powerful woman.”

“I pledge to you to do my best to be an example of one, to never put limits on your dreams, to lead with love, never through fear, and to always be your lighthouse in any darkness,” Katy continued. “…Lest we forget, behind every great woman, there is a great man… And I’m sure whether I like it or not, Orlando, a man that is a friend and an ally to women all around the world. Thank you for handling the insanity of my life.”

Katy also performed “What Makes a Woman” at the event, which honored Lorde, TV executive Channing Dungey, poet and activist Amanda Gorman and actress Rita Moreno.

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