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The Rolling Stones return to the metaverse with new Roblox game

July 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The Rolling Stones are headed back to the metaverse to promote their new album, Foreign Tongues.

Starting Friday, the day of the album’s release, the Rock & Roll Hall of Famers will headline of a new immersive game on Roblox in which their 60-year catalog is turned into an interactive journey for players.

“THE ROLLING STONES have arrived at The Block to celebrate their new album Foreign Tongues. But they need your help,” reads a description of the game. “A powerful force known only as The Man has gone back in time to destroy rock and roll.”

“Music fans of Roblox – can you band together to save rock history?” it continues. “Stop The Man and bring back The Rolling Stones for the biggest music event ever!”

The game will culminate with a finale show from July 17 to July 19, hosted by The Stones. It will feature iconic hits from the band, with each song accompanied by an interactive art piece.

As part of the collaboration, Roblox and The Stones have teamed for limited-edition, co-branded merch that reimagines their iconic logo. The merch will be available through an in-game Shopify integration, which will connect fans directly to the band’s online store.

The Stones previously teamed with Roblox to promote their last album, 2023’s Hackney Diamonds, with their music becoming part of Roblox’s immersive music hub Beat Galaxy.

Trivium, Sleeping with Sirens invited to join Recording Academy

July 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Trivium and Sleeping with Sirens are among the artists who have been invited to join the Recording Academy.

Becoming a Recording Academy member will grant inductees “access to mentorship, professional development and networking opportunities designed to support their creative and professional journeys,” according to a press release. Those who become voting members of the Recording Academy will be eligible to vote for the Grammys.

“Joining the Recording Academy as Voting Members is an incredible honor because it represents that broader creative community,” Trivium says. “We’re excited to help recognize and celebrate artists across every genre and discipline, and to contribute to an organization that supports the craft, innovation, and dedication that go into making great music.”

“It’s an incredible honor to join the Recording Academy’s 2026 New Member Class!” Sleeping with Sirens says. “Being acknowledged by a community that champions music, creativity, and inclusivity is particularly meaningful to us. We’re grateful to be surrounded by such inspiring talent and look forward to contributing to the future of music!”

Vince Staples announces new Apple Music show, ‘5 on Fridays’

July 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

With The Vince Staples Show in his rearview, Vince Staples already has his next project lined up: a show on Apple Music. 5 on Fridays will premiere Friday at 11 a.m. PT.

“Friday means new music — and Vince Staples,” the show’s description begins. “The world-building MC is live on Apple Music 1 every Friday, counting down his fave five new releases across all genres, plus a few other choice cuts.”

“Hopefully you love music because that’s all we got,” Vince says, according to the description.

5 on Fridays marks Vince’s latest collaboration with Apple Music, following RAMONA RADIO, S E A B S and Smile, You’re on Radio.

He’s set to hit the road in August in support of his latest album, Cry Baby.

Linkin Park shares new teaser for upcoming ’Unshatter’ doc

July 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Linkin Park has shared a new teaser for the band’s upcoming documentary, Unshatter.

The film, which was directed by band member Joe Hahn, follows the reformation of Linkin Park with new lead singer Emily Armstrong following the death of frontman Chester Bennington in 2017.

“Everything was riding on it,” LP’s Mike Shinoda says in the teaser. “We get this wrong, it’s all for nothing.”

The new Unshatter teaser is now streaming on YouTube.

The release date for Ushatter, which is set to screen in theaters worldwide, has yet to be announced. For more info, stay tuned to UnshatterMovie.com.

Linkin Park released their first album with Armstrong, From Zero, in 2024.

It’s time for Honest Confessions with Carly Pearce

July 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Carly Pearce is ready to get real with her fans.

“Every song on Honest Woman started with the truth. I want to hear yours,” she wrote on her socials, referencing the title of her fifth studio album.

If you click on the link attached to the post, it takes you to a page titled “Choose Your Honest Woman Moment.”

What follows are five prompts and your chance to share your experience as part of the Honest Confessions campaign: “The truth I’ve been afraid to admit is…,” “What I’ve learned the hard way is…,” “The most honest thing I’ve never said out loud is…,” “People assume women should…” and “I wish I had known…”

Those who share their stories will have “a chance to win a hand written letter from Carly.”

Honest Woman drops Aug. 28.

T.I. earns 13th top-10 on ‘Billboard’’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart

July 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

T.I.’s final album, Kill the King, has debuted in the top 10 on the Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart, landing at #10 on the list dated July 11.

According to Luminate, the album earned 22,000 equivalent album units in the United States during the June 26-July 2 tracking week, becoming T.I.’s 13th top-10 entry on the chart. It follows 11 of his studio albums, as well as Da’Nic and 25 to Life, the debut studio album by P$C (Pimp Squad Click), which he executive produced and presented.

Released June 26, Kill the King also debuted at #30 on the Billboard 200 and #7 on the Top Rap Albums chart. Speaking to People about why the project will be his last album, T.I. said, “Why now? I’ve gotten everything I prayed for from the game.”

“It just feels like this is it. I’ll catch y’all on the flip side,” he continued.

T.I. added of his journey, “I feel blessed to have had such a long career, to go from the kid that was praying to be a part of something to having such a significant role [in rap culture].”

Rush’s Geddy Lee ‘feeling so much better’ after laryngitis/bronchitis diagnoses

July 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Rush’s Geddy Lee is giving fans a health update.

The band was recently forced to postpone two shows on their Fifty Something tour after doctors diagnosed Lee with laryngitis and bronchitis. Now he’s letting fans know that he’s ready to return to the stage.

“Thanks so much to everyone for all of your well wishes!” Lee wrote next to a photo of him and his dog posted on Instagram. “I’m feeling so much better and hard at work with Dottie in the studio hitting all the high notes and getting ready to return to Texas this Saturday July 11th and Monday July 13th! #MmmmTexasBBQtoo.”

Rush’s next show is Saturday at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth. After wrapping their stint at the venue on Monday, the tour moves to Chicago for four nights starting July 16.

Rush launched the Fifty Something tour on June 7 in Los Angeles. It is their first tour in over 10 years and their first tour since the 2020 death of their drummer, Neil Peart.

A complete list of dates can be found at Rush.com.

Ed O’Brien talks Radiohead’s 20-shows-a-year plan: ‘You can’t do any more’

July 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Radiohead guitarist Ed O’Brien has spoken further about Radiohead’s future touring plans.

The “Karma Police” band returned to the live stage at the end of 2025 for a run of 20 shows in Europe, marking their first live performances in seven years. In an interview with Rolling Stone published in March, O’Brien said that Radiohead plans to continue playing 20 shows on a different continent each year starting in 2027.

When asked about that plan in a new interview with the Los Angeles Times, O’Brien replies, “Take that with a pinch of salt. I don’t think we’ll do any more than 20 shows.”

As for why the 20-shows-a-year model fits with Radiohead, O’Brien says, “Because you can’t do any more — these songs, they’re too powerful.”

“The shows last year were really emotional,” O’Brien recalls. “By the end of it, you were drained.”

“The audience has gotten very young — our biggest demographic, which you can see from streaming, is 16 to 24,” he continues. “There’s an outpouring of emotion from them and from us, so in order to do more shows, you’d have to somehow limit the amount you gave to each performance. And I think we’re unwilling to do that.”

Meanwhile, O’Brien has released a new solo song called “Abbeycwmhir.” It follows his Blue Morpho solo album, which dropped in May.

Why Riley Green may have a weakness for a woman on a scooter

July 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

While the odds seem low that Riley Green could ever compete with his steamy video for “Worst Way” in the eyes of fans, he’s likely created something equally memorable with the clip for his latest hit.

“‘Think As You Drunk’ official video out [Thursday] at 4pm CT,” he posted on his socials, along with six stills that seem to tease the storyline.

If you’ve seen the single’s cover, the fourth picture’s a variation on that: Riley sits on the pavement, one boot missing, drinking from a flask in front of a riding lawn mower with beer cans tied to the back.

Now, imagine Riley driving the lawn mower, except make it a Hoveround. That’s one of the other photos. Next, picture Riley in a bar on the scooter, drinking a beer with the woman who was probably its owner on his lap.

If that’s not enough, there’s Riley falling over backward in the bar, beer still in hand; Riley resting in the grass amid countless crushed beer cans; and finally, Riley face down on the pavement being handcuffed by a cop.

Tune in to YouTube Thursday at 4 p.m. CT to see how the storyline plays out. The first frame of the video’s placeholder reveals it was shot at his bar, Riley Green’s Duck Blind in Nashville.

Yungblud drops off Canada’s Cowboys Music Festival lineup: ‘I’m working on myself’

July 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Yungblud will no longer be performing Sunday at the Cowboys Music Festival in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

“To all my family in Canada I apologise for not being there with you all this weekend,” Yungblud says in a statement posted to the festival’s Instagram. “I’m currently in a place where I’m working on myself and taking time off at home in the UK.”

“I’m taking this extremely seriously and facing head on what’s going on for the good of the long term,” the “Zombie” rocker continues. “I will never take any of this for granted and I will see you all soon. I love you all.”

A replacement for Yungblud will be announced shortly. Those who already purchased tickets will receive an email regarding refund options.

Yungblud last performed in June at his Bludfest festival in Czechia, during which he was seen being overwhelmed with emotion.

“Recently, I’ve been really struggling and this moment is a byproduct of my body releasing the wave of emotion that has hit me in the past year that I’ve been unable to process,” Yungblud said of the moment. “I’m not gonna lie to you when I got off this stage I felt elated but 20 minutes later when I was in the shower on my own I had a breakdown.”

You can read Yungblud’s full comments on the clip on his Instagram.

Yungblud is scheduled to return to the road July 28 for a show in Indianapolis.

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