Bon Jovi is recording a new album in Nashville, says guitarist

October 17, 2023 by WDNY Radio

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Things have been pretty quiet in Bon Jovi land, at least as far as new music goes, but there may be an end to the drought soon: The band is apparently working on a new album.

While appearing on the latest episode of the NTTFG Podcast, Bon Jovi guitarist Phil X said, “We’re literally going to Nashville for a month to record.” When the hosts ask him to confirm that Bon Jovi is indeed recording a new album in Nashville, the guitarist plays coy, responding, “What? Did I say that? Maybe.”

However, Phi then confirmed, “Jon wrote a bunch of songs and we did some pre-production in Jersey.” He also shared that the band’s recording schedule would have caused him to miss his son’s 10th birthday on October 24, but Jon told him he could go home to New Jersey and celebrate with his family and then come back to Nashville.

The most recent Bon Jovi album, called 2020, came out in October of 2020. It was recorded at Ocean Way Recording studios in Nashville and featured the pandemic-inspired single “Do What You Can.” After COVID restrictions were lifted, the band was finally able to do a tour in support of the album in 2022.

Lately, Jon Bon Jovi’s son Jake Bongiovi has been in the news more than his dad, courtesy of his engagement to Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown.

Sam Hunt’s a fan of tour openers Brett Young and Lily Rose

October 17, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Sam Hunt has a great deal of appreciation for Brett Young and Lily Rose, both of whom will return as openers for his Outskirts Tour 2024. He’s a fan of Lily, and Brett’s a longtime friend.

“I’ve known [Brett] from way back when we were all just writing songs and running around town,” shares Sam. “His circle of folks he ran around with and the group that I ran around with, we crossed paths quite a bit.”

Lily, on the other hand, is someone who was introduced to him by Seth England, CEO of Big Loud, where Lily is signed.

“[Seth] introduced me to her music and she [talked] about having played some of our songs back when Montevallo came out in the little coffee shops,” Sam recounts. “[Lily] just showed a real appreciation for what I’ve done musically. And she’s just a really great soul and she has a great fan base and she’s just doing her thing and she’s an original.”

Tickets for the Outskirts Tour 2024 go on sale Friday, October 20, at 10 a.m. local time, with presale starting Wednesday, October 18, at 10 a.m.

For a full list of dates, visit Sam’s website.

Sam’s now top 40 on the country charts with his new single, “Outskirts.”

Pretty Vee reflects on living in her purpose: “I want to be present in the blessing”

October 17, 2023 by WDNY Radio

When Pretty Vee walked the green carpet of the 2023 BET Hip Hop Awards earlier this month, she stopped for just about every media outlet to pose for pictures, answer questions, play music-related games for social media and more.

It was during her conversation with ABC Audio that the multihyphenate influencer happily opened up about her rapidly-evolving career, reiterating in a quick but heartfelt conversation that she’s blessed beyond measure.

“God is good,” Vee started before delving into her mission to stay grounded among all the success. “I told [myself that] this time in my season, I want to be present in everything. I want to be present in the blessing.”

Vee, born Vena Excell, reflected on her journey from Instagram comedian to beloved figure in the Black community, who not only produces content for her now 6.4 million followers but also shows up on TV shows, like Wild ‘N Out, and in renowned magazines, like Sheen and Galore.

“God has taken me from what that was, to now,” she said of her progress.

The Pretty Stoned actress, who recently celebrated a “powerful” birthday, thanked God for her “small but dedicated” team and, with the use of faith-based phrases, said that she’s prepping for all the new season of her life has to offer.

“Last month was number 9. That means birthing,” Vee said, adding, “We got to birth greatness. You know, we got to keep going.”

And before excitedly revealing career bucket list plans to become a producer and director, Vee said, “I’m already in 2024, so right now I’m trying to just continue to keep going.”

The Rolling Stones’ Ronnie Wood on touring, Glastonbury and a possible Stones biopic

October 17, 2023 by WDNY Radio

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The Rolling Stones’ new album, Hackney Diamonds, drops October 20, and it sounds like Ronnie Wood is already looking forward to playing the songs live.

During an interview with NME, Woods said they’re currently trying to figure out which songs would work for their live show, sharing, “I have complete faith. We could play the whole album, you know what I mean?”

But the chance of that happening isn’t likely, especially since The Stones have so many classic hits. “We’re not gonna forget the back catalog,” he says. “We’re only making room for, say, three or five songs.”

Wood says he’d love it if any upcoming tour included the U.K.’s Glastonbury Festival. If it didn’t, however, he would still want to play it.

“If not the Stones, then the Faces,” Wood suggests. “It’ll be me, Rod [Stewart] and [drummer] Kenney [Jones]. That’s not out of the question, you know. I know they want to do it…”

With the excitement of the new album, things seem to be going well in the band. Wood notes Mick Jagger and Keith Richards’ current relationship is “more friendly now than ever.” “They’re still bickering and stuff,” he says. “But it’s in a loving way, you know, a creative way.”

Will fans ever see that relationship play out on the big screen in a biopic? Well, Woods indicated it may happen one day, although that’s not up to him. “I let Keith and Mick talk about that,” he says.

As for whether Harry Styles could play Mick, Wood doesn’t necessarily see it.

“Oh I thought he’d play me! Harry’s my mate!” he shares. “I suppose he has that kind of fire but I don’t think anybody has the cheek that Mick used to have – and still has.”

Pink postpones shows for family medical issues that require “immediate attention”

October 17, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Pink is sending her “sincerest apologies” after having to postpone two of her upcoming shows in Tacoma, Washington.

In an Instagram post shared Monday night, the pop star, 44, announced, “I am so sorry to inform the Tacoma ticket holders that the two shows October 17 and October 18 (tomorrow and Wednesday) will be postponed.”

The “Trustfall” singer noted that Live Nation is working on rescheduling dates before sharing the reason behind for deferring the shows.

“Family medical issues require out immediate attention,” she wrote. “I send everyone my sincerest apologies for any inconvenience this has caused. I am sending nothing but love and health to all.”

Pink, who is married to Carey Hart, has two daughters, 12-year-old Willow and 6-year-old Jameson. Currently, she’s in the midst of her Summer Carnival 2023 Tour, which commenced in early June. Her North American tour leg is scheduled to conclude in November, culminating with a performance in Arlington, Texas.

Additionally, the postponement announcement comes about a month after she had to reschedule her Arlington tour stop due to a sinus infection.

Code Orange announces 2024 tour supporting ‘The Above’ album

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Code Orange has announced a 2024 U.S. tour in support of the band’s new album, The Above.

The headlining trek begins February 13 in Austin and wraps up March 17 in Los Angeles. Tickets go on sale Friday, October 20, at 10 a.m. local time.

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

The Above, the fifth Code Orange album, was released in September. It includes the single “Take Shape,” which features The Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan.

M83 officially releases ‘Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming’ hidden track, “Mirror”

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

M83 has officially released the song “Mirror.”

Previously, you could only hear “Mirror” as a hidden track on the CD edition of M83’s 2011 album, Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming, or on a 2012 limited edition Record Store Day release. Now, you can listen to it via digital outlets.

Though “Mirror” hasn’t been widely available until now, it’s become M83’s go-to closer on their 2023 tour.

Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming also features the single “Midnight City.” M83 celebrated the album’s 10th anniversary with a vinyl reissue.

The most recent M83 album is Fantasy, which was released in March.

The Zombies announce first Begin Here Festival in hometown

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

The Zombies are celebrating their career where it all began.

The rockers, best known for their classic hits “She’s Not There” and “Time of the Season,” just announced their first Begin Here Festival, happening in their hometown, St Albans, England, about 20 miles outside of London.

The event is taking place November 10-12 and will feature a whole host of Zombies-related events, including the grand opening of The Zombies Exhibit at St. Albans Museum, featuring a Q&A with the original members.

There will also be a screening of their recent documentary, Hung Up On A Dream, a record signing, a chance for fans to take a photo with frontman Colin Blunstone and more.

More info on the weekend, including how to get tickets to the events, can be found at thezombiesmusic.com.

In the meantime, The Zombies are currently on a North American tour and are set to play Toronto, Canada, on Tuesday, October 17. The tour wraps October 29 in Glenside, Pennsylvania.

Mariah Carey’s “It’s a Wrap” goes from TikTok to vinyl

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Earlier this year, a sped-up version of Mariah Carey‘s 2014 track “It’s a Wrap” went viral thanks to a TikTok dance challenge and was subsequently released as a single and on a digital EP. Now, it’s coming to vinyl for the first time.

The song originally appeared on Mimi’s 2009 album Memoirs of an Imperfect Angel, which also featured the top 10 hit “Obsessed.” A four-track vinyl release is now available for preorder: It includes the original version, the sped-up version, a three-minute edit and a remix featuring Mary J. Blige.

The EP will ship on December 1 and will be available on colored or standard black vinyl.

In other Mariah news, she’s added a second date at the Hollywood Bowl as part of her Merry Christmas One and All tour. The November 19 date goes on sale October 20 via Live Nation. Presales start October 27. The tour itself starts November 15 and is set to wrap up December 17 in New York City.

Wolfgang Van Halen & Andraia Allsop are married

October 16, 2023 by WDNY Radio

Congratulations to Wolfgang Van Halen and Andraia Allsop, who got married during a Los Angeles ceremony on Sunday, October 15.

People has photos and details from the nuptials, which took place at the couple’s home in front of about 90 guests.

“Our goal was just to bring all of our closest family and friends together,” says Allsop. “The past few years, not only with the world, but also with personal tragedies, haven’t been the easiest, but we wanted to create this wedding as a celebration not only just for us to get married, but a celebration for the people we love.”

Wolf’s father, the late guitar icon Eddie Van Halen, was represented during the wedding in a number of ways. Wolf walked down the aisle along his mother, actor Valerie Bertinelli, to the sounds of the instrumental Van Halen song “316,” which Eddie had written for his son. Additionally, the couple put out an empty seat in honor of Eddie.

“We’ve lost important family members on both sides,” Wolf says. “It’s important to include them and have them be a part of the ceremony that we wish they were here for.”

Wolf didn’t perform at the wedding. “Last thing I want to think about is playing anything,” he quips, but his taste in heavier music made it into the DJ’s set.

“The one thing that I want, I want Wolfie to have his moment of one of his favorite bands, Meshuggah,” Allsop says.

“Anyone over 40 will be terrified,” Wolf adds. “But you know what? It’s my wedding and I’ll do whatever I want.”

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