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Country star Jackson Dean honors Gregg Allman in song for ‘Music of My Soul’ documentary

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The Gregg Allman documentary The Music of My Soul premieres Tuesday in New York City, and while there’s bound to be plenty of Allman Brothers Band music in the film, there will also be a new track by country star Jackson Dean.

The tune, “My Cross to Bear,” will close the film. Director James Keach enlisted Grammy-winning music maker Julian Raymond to create the track.

Ultimately, the tune is Jackson’s tribute to the man behind the Allman Brothers Band and iconic songs like “Midnight Rider,” ‘Whipping Post” and “I’m No Angel.”

“Gregg Allman lived a life that was so much larger than life, both the highs and the lows, and to sing a song that represents all of that is a lot,” Jackson says. “For me, I wanted to honor him, put everything I had, all that I know about living between the cracks and on those blazing stages into it. But I also knew I wanted to just let the power of who he was move through me and not think … just be.”

“He was an influence and hero to anyone who loves the blues, who chooses to live this life,” Jackson adds. “He was so much more than a song, an album or even the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and it’s all there when you hear him sing. He wrote some of the greatest Southern rock songs ever, but it’s not the words, it’s what’s in the notes when he sings them.”

After the Big Apple premiere, Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul travels to Macon, Georgia, for a hometown opening on Thursday. It will also have one-week exclusive engagements in Los Angeles and New York, before playing in theaters nationwide on June 17.

Wage War announces fall US tour

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Wage War has announced a U.S. tour.

The fall trek, dubbed the Emergency Broadcast tour, launches Oct. 25 in San Antonio and wraps up Nov. 27 with a home state show in Orlando, Florida.

The bill will also include We Came As Romans, Varials and Cane Hill.

Presales are open now, and tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday beginning at 10 a.m. ET. For the full list of dates and all ticket info, visit WageWarBand.com.

Wage War released a new EP titled IT CALLS ME BY NAME in April. The band’s most recent album is 2024’s STIGMA.

Fontaines D.C. mourns death of manager and ‘sixth member’ Trevor Dietz

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Trevor Dietz, the manager for Fontaines D.C., has died.

The “Starburster” outfit shared the news Tuesday in a Facebook post that reads, “We are utterly heartbroken to let you know that on Sunday June 7th we lost our dear friend and manager Trevor.”

“Trevor was beside us from the beginning of our journey as a band, we have never known Fontaines D.C. without him, the sixth member of the band,” the post reads. “He cared passionately for us and for what was fair and right in the wider world. He was fearless in his beliefs. We will miss him always.”

The band adds, “We ask that you kindly respect our privacy and that of his family at this terribly difficult time. RIP Trev.”

Blink-182 shares ’Take Off Your Pants and Jacket’ tease ahead of album’s 25th anniversary

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Blink-182 is teasing something related to the band’s 2001 album, Take Off Your Pants and Jacket.

The “All the Small Things” trio posted artwork from the Take Off Your Pants and Jacket cover to Facebook alongside a link to sign up for their email list.

Notably, the post comes days before Take Off Your Pants and Jacket turns 25 on Friday, perhaps suggesting that some sort of 25th anniversary celebration is in the works.

Take Off Your Pants and Jacket marked the fourth blink-182 album and was the follow-up to their massive 1999 breakout effort, Enema of the State. It spawned singles in “First Date,” “The Rock Show” and “Stay Together for the Kids,” and became the first blink album to hit #1 on the Billboard 200.

In related news, blink-182 is confirmed to headline the 2027 editions of Germany’s Rock am Ring and Rock im Park festivals.

Justin Moore says he’s stepping away ‘for a short period’ to focus on his health

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Justin Moore’s coming off the road for a short time to take care of something personal, he revealed Monday on social media.

“I’ve made the decision to take some time to focus on my health,” his post begins. “As a result, I’ll be stepping away from touring for a short period and will be unable to perform some upcoming shows.”

“This is the right decision for me and my family,” he continues, “and I appreciate everyone’s understanding and support. I look forward to getting back out there later this summer and doing what I love most.”

The Poyen, Arkansas, resident didn’t get any more specific about what’s going on, as fellow artists like Jake Owen, Caylee Hammack and his “You, Me and Whiskey” duet partner, Priscilla Block, offering their support.

So far, there aren’t any more specific instructions about shows, either, with his full schedule through November still appearing on his website as of now.

Justin scored the 14th #1 of his career back in April with “Time’s Ticking.”

On This Day, June 9, 2016: Tom Petty, Elvis Costello inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

On This Day, June 9, 2016…

Tom Petty and Elvis Costello were among the artists inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at a gala in New York City.

Petty performed, backed by his band Mudcrutch, but bypassed his hit songs. Instead, he performed “Angel Dream” and the Mudcrutch tune “Forgive it All.” Byrds co-founder Roger McGuinn, who inducted Petty, treated the audience to Petty’s hit “American Girl.”

Costello took the stage with “Alison,” while Marcus Mumford of Mumford and Sons, who inducted Costello, paid tribute to him with a performance of “Pump It Up.”

The night’s other inductees included “Wild Thing” songwriter Chip Taylor, Marvin Gaye, Nile Rodgers and the late Bernard Edwards of Chic. Lionel Richie received the Johnny Mercer Award.

Geese among winners at 2026 Libera Awards

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Geese was among the winners at the 2026 Libera Awards, which took place Monday in New York City.

The “Cobra” outfit’s breakout 2025 album, Getting Killed, was named record of the year and best alternative rock record. The band also earned the award for breakthrough artist.

The Libera Awards celebrate the best in independent music. For the full list of winners, visit LiberaAwards.com.

Geese, meanwhile, is gearing up to launch their Getting Killed Again U.S. headlining tour, kicking off in September. They’re also playing a number of upcoming festivals, including Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza and Outside Lands.

Jay-Z announces shows in Paris and LA celebrating 30 years of ‘Reasonable Doubt,’ music career

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The Reasonable Doubt 30th anniversary celebration continues with the announcement of stadium shows in Paris and Los Angeles.

Jay-Z is set to perform at the Stade de France on Sept. 10, followed by an LA date at SoFi Stadium on Oct. 23. The newly announced concerts follow his previously revealed three-night run at Yankee Stadium in New York. He’ll celebrate Reasonable Doubt on July 10; return on July 11 for a special show marking 25 years of The Blueprint; and close out the weekend on July 12 with a non-themed performance dubbed Extra Innings.

Citi and Mastercard presales start Thursday at 10 a.m. local time, while general ticket sales begin Friday at 10 a.m. local time via livenation.com.

The announcement comes shortly after Hov’s first headlining set, and festival appearance, in more than five years at The Roots Picnic in Philadelphia. During the set, he debuted a new hairdo, performed hits from his discography, reunited with members of Roc A Fella and State Property, and delivered freestyles that seemingly addressed internet chatter and targeted Ye, Nicki Minaj and Dame Dash, among others.

Released on June 25, 1996, Reasonable Doubt was Jay-Z’s debut studio album. It features singles such as “Ain’t No N****” and “Can’t Knock the Hustle,” along with guest appearances from Memphis Bleek, Mary J. Blige, Jaz-O and the Notorious B.I.G. The album has been certified Platinum by the RIAA.

Chad Gray announces 30 Years of Madnesss tour

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Mudvayne and HELLYEAH frontman Chad Gray has announced a U.S. solo tour dubbed 30 Years of Madnesss.

The headlining trek kicks off Aug. 28 in Bloomington, Illinois, and concludes Oct. 20 in Nashville. It follows Gray’s initial run of 30 Years of Madnesss shows in May, during which he played a mix of Mudvayne and HELLYEAH songs.

“This fall, I’m hopefully going to come to a town near you and we are gonna walk in a room, let go of life and its problems and have some f****** fun!” Gray says in a statement. “That has been my mission statement and mantra from the beginning of this. Let’s just have fun!”

Presales begin Tuesday at noon local time, and tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday at 10 a.m. local time.

For the full list of dates and all ticket info, visit Chadnesss333.com.

Dave Matthews, Nathaniel Rateliff playing 2026 Farm Aid

June 9, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Dave Matthews and Nathaniel Rateliff are among the headliners for the 2026 edition of the annual Farm Aid benefit concert.

The show takes place Sept. 26 at Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Matthews will be performing alongside his frequent collaborator Tim Reynolds.

The bill also includes Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Willie Nelson and Margo Price, who, like Matthews and Rateliff, are Farm Aid board members.

“Family farmers grow our food and strengthen our communities. And when farmers struggle like they are now, communities feel it too,” says Farm Aid founder Willie Nelson. “The challenges farmers face threaten their livelihoods and put all of us at risk.”

He adds, “We’re bringing Farm Aid to Virginia to stand with the farmers and fishers who feed Hampton Roads and beyond — and to grow a food system that works for everyone.”

A presale begins Wednesday at 10 a.m. ET, with tickets going on sale to the general public starting Friday at 10 a.m. ET. More info can be found at FarmAid.org.

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