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Whitesnake’s David Coverdale announces retirement

November 13, 2025 by WDNY Radio

David Coverdale, who found fame with Whitesnake and Deep Purple, has announced his retirement from music.

In a video posted to Whitesnake’s YouTube account, the 74-year-old rocker reveals that “after 50 years-plus of an incredible journey” he’s decided to call it quits.

“The last few years has been very evident to me that it’s time really for me to hang up my rock ‘n’ roll platform shoes and my skintight jeans,” he says in the video. “It’s time for me to call it a day.”

“I love you dearly. I thank everyone who’s assisted and supported me on this incredible journey — all the musicians, the crew, the fans, the family,” he adds. “It’s amazing, but it really is time for me to just enjoy my retirement.” He adds, “And I hope you can appreciate that. Once again, I love you with all my heart. Fare thee well.”

The clip ends with a montage of photos and video from Coverdale’s career with Whitesnake, set to the band’s song “Fare Thee Well,” which appeared on their 2011 album, Forevermore, which was reissued in September.

Coverdale had his biggest success in the ’80s, thanks to the Whitesnake songs “Here I Go Again” and “Is This Love.” They released their last album, Flesh & Blood, in 2019.

Coverdale was also the frontman for Deep Purple from 1973 to 1976, and released the album Coverdale-Page in 1993 with Led Zeppelin‘s Jimmy Page. He also had a solo career, releasing his final solo album, Into The Light, in 2000.

Alex Van Halen releasing Van Halen anthology

November 13, 2025 by WDNY Radio

After releasing his memoir in 2024, Alex Van Halen is getting ready to release another book, which will surely excite Van Halen fans.

The rocker revealed on Instagram that he has been working with Genesis Publications on an official Van Halen anthology, which he describes as “a visual and written journey told through my perspective.”

He adds that the book, which he personally curated, is a “celebration of the music, the moments, and the legacy we built together.”

The book’s description notes that it will include iconic Van Halen photography, as well as rare and never-before-seen images from Alex’s private archives, covering the years 1978 to 1984. It will also include tour memorabilia, press materials, correspondence and more.

The book will be released as a signed, limited-edition box set, with those interested urged to sign up for updates.

Alex released his memoir, Brothers, in October 2024, which he described as a love letter to his late brother, guitar great Eddie Van Halen. The audio book included a previously unreleased song, “Unfinished,” which was described as the last piece of music Alex wrote with Eddie.

Nashville notes: Luke Bryan & Ella Langley’s Christmas collab + Cole Swindell’s ‘Heaven’ video

November 13, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Luke Bryan and Ella Langley have teamed up for a new collaboration on the Christmas classic “Winter Wonderland,” which drops at midnight.

Brad Paisley discussed his new holiday album, Snow Globe, and singing the national anthem at the World Series on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon Wednesday. You can check out his appearance on YouTube.

Cole Swindell‘s new lyric video for “Make Heaven Crowded” is out now.

Melissa Etheridge’s Rock Jam gala raises over $1 million for research to treat opioid use disorder

November 13, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Melissa Etheridge’s Rock Jam gala raises over million for research to treat opioid use disorder

Melissa Etheridge’s Rock Jam gala raises over $1 million for research to treat opioid use disorder — Melissa Etheridge performs at Arizona Financial Theatre on October 12, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by John Medina/Getty Images)

Melissa Etheridge helped raise over $1 million for her Etheridge Foundation at the nonprofit’s inaugural Rock Jam fundraiser, which featured performances by Etheridge, co-host Hugh Jackman and country star Ashley McBryde.

The gala event took place Oct. 30 at VEA in Newport Beach, California, with the money funding research and development of plant-based and psychedelic medicines in the treatment of opioid use disorder.

“Raising a million dollars for our foundation’s work is just incredible,” said Etheridge, whose son Beckett died from OUD in 2020. “I want to thank everyone who stepped up to make it happen – the innovation needed in treating opioid use disorder has never been more important. This was an amazing night that I will never forget.”

Those in attendance were treated to Etheridge’s performances of “Come To My Window” and a new song, “Call You,” while Jackman, who stars with Kate Hudson as half of a Neil Diamond cover band in the upcoming movie Song Sung Blue, performed Diamond’s classic “Sweet Caroline.” Etheridge, Jackman and McBryde also performed “A Million Dreams,” from Jackman’s 2017 movie musical The Greatest Showman.

Peter Frampton to release new music in 2026

November 13, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Sounds like we may be getting some new music from Peter Frampton soon.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer’s music update came courtesy of Sheryl Crow, who posted a photo of herself with Frampton in the studio on Instagram.

“Got to work with one of my heroes today,” she wrote in the caption. “Y’all better get ready… @mrpeterframpton played me a couple of new songs that will be out early next year… Mind Blown.”

And Frampton was appreciative of the compliment.

“Thank you Sheryl !! Great day having you sing with me on one of my new songs,” he commented on the post. “You sound so good, …as always.”

This isn’t the first time Crow and Frampton have worked together. Frampton came out to perform with Crow during her 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction, something Frampton believes helped pave the way for his induction in 2024.

Old Dominion cements their fame ahead of the 59th CMAs

November 13, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Old Dominion‘s one of the newest artists on the Nashville Walk of Fame, after Vince Gill presented the band with their star on Tuesday.

“This is such a humbling experience, especially for a bunch of guys that consider themselves underdogs,” lead singer Matthew Ramsey said at the ceremony. “We bled for this in a lot of ways. Not for recognition or awards but for songs and for each other. We had to believe when it felt like no one else did.”

“The thing about chasing this crazy kind of dream, the voice that’s telling you to believe in yourself can quickly turn on you,” he continued. “In these moments, if you don’t have people who believe for you, you’ll never make it. We have those people. Our families, our friends, our team, our fans. You can’t make a mark of this magnitude without the people who make a mark on you. Thank you for this amazing honor.”

OD is nominated for vocal group of the year for the 10th time at Wednesday’s 59th CMA Awards, where they’re also set to sing a medley of their hits.

Train surprised with Diamond award for ‘Drops of Jupiter’; ‘Begin Again’ musical confirmed

November 13, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Train‘s “Jupiter” is now Diamond.

While appearing on Live with Kelly and Mark on Thursday, the band was surprised with a plaque marking the fact that their signature tune, “Drops of Jupiter,” has been RIAA certified for sales of 10 million units. It’s the band’s second Diamond single, following “Hey Soul Sister.” In 2026, the band will launch a summer tour marking the 25th anniversary of the song and its parent album of the same name.

In other Train news, back in 2023 there were reports that a musical version of the 2013 film Begin Again, which starred Maroon 5‘s Adam Levine, Keira Knightley and Mark Ruffalo, was in the works, with songs written by Train singer Pat Monahan. The musical is now a reality: The show, featuring music and lyrics by Monahan, will open at The Old Globe theater in San Diego on Sept. 6, 2026, in what’s described as a “pre-Broadway run.”

Begin Again is about a struggling singer/songwriter, played by Knightley, who is discovered by a record executive, played by Ruffalo. They work together on an album, but things get complicated with her ex-boyfriend, a now-successful artist played by Levine.

The songs in the Begin Again movie were written by a collection of musicians, including Gregg Alexander of ’90s band New Radicals, best known for their hit “You Get What You Give.” The song they wrote for Adam to sing in the film, “Lost Stars,” was nominated for an Oscar.

Mumford & Sons honored with PLUS1 Impact Leader Award

November 13, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Mumford & Sons are the recipients of PLUS1’s 2025 Impact Leader Award.

The honor recognizes the artist who raised the most funds of the year via PLUS1, which facilitates charitable donations to different organizations through ticket sales.

Mumford & Sons’ 2025 tour raised money for War Child, which supports children affected by war and other conflict.

“Mumford & Sons led the way this year, turning hundreds of thousands of tickets into opportunities to support children and families affected by conflict,” reads a post published on PLUS1’s Instagram. “Through this work, they are helping provide safety, education, and essential resources to those impacted by war, while also raising awareness of the urgent needs faced by these communities.”

Mumford & Sons toured in 2025 in support of their new album, Rushmere, which was released in March. A follow-up record, Prizefighter, drops Feb. 13, 2026.

Slayer announces 40th anniversary ’Hell Awaits’ reissue

November 13, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Slayer has announced a 40th anniversary reissue of their 1985 album, Hell Awaits.

The reissue will be released May 15 in three-LP and three-CD packages. Along with the original album, the track list includes 18 bonus live recordings. Both editions are available now to preorder via Metal Blade Records.

Additionally, Slayer is releasing a limited-edition “blood-filled” vinyl version of Hell Awaits exclusively via their web store. Fittingly, only 666 copies will be available.

Slayer also marked the 40th anniversary of Hell Awaits via their Slaytanic Verses online museum with interactive tour notebooks form 1985.

Slayer will be celebrating another milestone anniversary in 2026 when 1986’s Reign in Blood turns 40. They’ll be performing the album during their set at the Sick New World festival in Fort Worth, Texas, taking place Oct. 24.

D’Angelo’s son says time spent with father before his death ‘really just cleared my spirit’

November 13, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Swayvo Twain opened up in an Instagram post Wednesday about losing his father, D’Angelo. He shared that his father’s death provided a lot a clarity, allowing him to approach the loss differently than he did when his mother, Angie Stone, died.

“Mom passed and left me with a lot of questions. After this funeral, I gained a lot of answers to things,” he said in an Instagram video.

He attributes the answered questions to the quality time he was able to spend with D’Angelo before he passed away.

“My dad, he came down to Atlanta. He spent three weeks with me. Anything we ever missed, any questions I ever had, anything I wanted to ask him about — anything — we just had every conversation,” Twain said in the video. “Every laugh and every moment, man. It really just cleared my spirit, man. That’s the time I needed him the most ever. He stood right there.”

While he admits he went into hiding after his mother passed away in March, he said his father’s death has left him motivated.

“Every time he popped his head out, he did his big one,” Twain said of D’Angelo. “So that’s what I’mma do.”

Twain’s post also featured parts of the eulogy he delivered at D’Angelo’s private memorial service.

“Knowing your father’s history and where he comes from,” he said in the clip. “Really getting an understanding for that s*** is, like, monumental.” In the caption, he thanked everyone for “all the love, support, and well wishes” they’ve been sending his way.

D’Angelo passed away Oct. 14 following a battle with cancer. Angie died March 1 following a car collision.

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