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R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe featured on new ‘Democracy Forward’ compilation

June 11, 2025 by WDNY Radio

R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe is one of the many artists contributing to a new double vinyl compilation called Democracy Forward, dropping July 4.

The double album is being released by the legal organization Democracy Forward and The Bitter Southerner, with Stipe’s contribution listed as “Invocation.”

Other artists on the album include Wilco, Brandi Carlile, Brittany Howard, Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit, Jim James, John Prine and Tyler Childers.

Proceeds from the album benefit Democracy Forward, which is dedicated to defending democracy, the U.S. Constitution and the rule of law.

“Democracy Forward is committed to using every legal tool available to protect our nation’s values, its people and the rule of law. We are also determined to help people build community, find courage and fight for their rights,” Skye L. Perryman, president and CEO of Democracy Forward, shares on the album’s sleeve. “We are grateful to the incredible artists who are supporting these goals with their music and voices. Each of us has a role to play in strengthening our democracy, and every voice can make a difference.”

Democracy Forward is available for preorder now.

KISS’ Paul Stanley says changes are coming to KISS Army Storms Vegas

June 10, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Back in March KISS announced the KISS Army Storms Vegas fan event, which will feature an unmasked electric performance by Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, but now Stanley says plans for the event may be changing.

In a new appearance on the Broken Record Podcast, Stanley says they will still perform, but the plan is to make some changes so it more closely represents a KISS Kruise.

“It started off as something, honestly, that Gene and I kind of took a back seat in, and, honestly, we reached a point not too far in the past where we both said, ‘You know what? This isn’t the way we want it,'” Stanley says of the Vegas event. “And it’s going to go through some major changes to be what we think it should be,” noting, “we needed to put our big hands into this and we needed to steer the ship.”

KISS Army Storms Vegas will take place Nov. 14-16 at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. In addition to Stanley and Simmons, it will feature KISS guitarist Tommy Thayer, along with former KISS member Bruce Kulick, Skid Row’s Sebastian Bach and others. Stanley says they also plan to add more bands to the bill.

“It doesn’t need a ship. It will have all the familiar touchstones that people love about a KISS Kruise,” he says. “To do it in Vegas at the Virgin hotel, it’s gonna be everything that people want and have been hoping for.”

Tickets for KISS Army Storms Vegas are on sale now.

Lenny Kravitz pays musical tribute to Sly Stone

June 10, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Lenny Kravitz has paid musical tribute to Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Sly Stone, frontman of the legendary group Sly and the Family Stone, whose death was announced Monday. He was 82.

Kravitz shared video on Instagram of him playing guitar to Sly and the Family Stone’s classic track “Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin),” captioning the post, “GOOD MORNING and THANK YOU SLY.”

Kravitz had previously shared a tribute to Sly on his Instagram Story, sharing a photo of the musician with the caption “Sly FOREVER.”

The Rolling Stones’ Mick Jagger also paid tribute, sharing a photo and writing, “Thanks for the inspirational music Sly.”

Other rockers who remembered Stone on social media include KISS’ Paul Stanley, Gov’t Mule’s Warren Haynes, E Street Band guitarist Stevie Van Zandt and Bachman-Turner Overdrive‘s Randy Bachman.

Ice Spice joins cast of ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’

June 10, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Ice Spice has gone from rapping “Bikini Bottom” to being in a film that is set in the underwater city of the same name. Deadline reports Ice has been cast for the upcoming animated feature The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.

Ice joins a team featuring cast members Regina Hall, Arturo Castro, George Lopez and Sherry Cola, as well as Tom Kenny, who will reprise his role as the voice of SpongeBob SquarePants. Ice will also contribute to the music’s soundtrack.

Ice briefly reacted to the news on her Instagram Story, sharing “Yay” alongside a screenshot of The Hollywood Reporter‘s article announcing the film.

The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants is set to release on Dec. 19.

Alex Warren previews ‘Eternity,’ his new single about grief

June 10, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Alex Warren has been previewing a new song on his Instagram Reels lately, but on Monday he explained what it’s about.

The song is called “Eternity” and Alex sings, “To be with you in paradise/ what I wouldn’t sacrifice/ why’d you have to chase the light/ somewhere I can’t go/ as I walk this world alone.”

Alex captioned the video, “When I was 9, my dad passed away from cancer and later my mom drank herself to [death]. I wrote this song to explain what the feeling of grief is like.”

“I seriously can’t wait for you to hear this,” Alex writes. “Eternity” will be released with his new album, You’ll Be Alright, Kid, coming July 18.

A number of Alex’s songs deal with the loss of his mom and dad; in fact, that’s sometimes the only thing people know about him. In May he posted a Reel captioned, “I was starting to think working hard on my album and spending months promoting it was paying off, just for someone to come up to me today and ask if I was the kid from Tik Tok with no parents.”

Alex also is teasing another new song on Instagram that features a female voice. He writes, “You will NEVER guess who’s featuring on this song.” Guesses range from Alex’s wife to country star Lainey Wilson to Gracie Abrams.

Nashville notes: Zac Brown ‘Ain’t Worried About It’ + Joe Nichols’ Platinum collection

June 10, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Joe Nichols picked up a double Platinum certification for his hit “Tequila Makes Her Clothes Fall Off” at his recent Fan Appreciation Party at Nashville’s Troubadour Theatre. “Sunny and 75,” “Yeah,” “Brokenheartsville” and “Gimme That Girl” were all certified Platinum, as well.

“I Ain’t Worried About It” is the new radio single from Zac Brown Band.

Waymore’s Outlaws will celebrate what would have been the 88th birthday of their boss — the legendary Waylon Jennings — with a show in the Neon Steeple at Chief’s on Broadway on Saturday. Tickets are on sale now.

Conner Smith speaks out after tragic car accident that left 1 dead

June 10, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Conner Smith is breaking his silence after police said he was involved in a car accident over the weekend that killed one person.

According to a media release from the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, Smith, 24, was driving a Chevrolet Silverado pickup truck on Sunday night in Nashville, traveling northbound on 3rd Avenue North, as Dorothy Dobbins, 77, was crossing the roadway.

“It appears that she was inside a marked crosswalk when she was struck around 7:30 p.m.,” police said, referring to Dobbins. “Dobbins, who lived nearby, was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center where she died.”

“The preliminary contributing factor for this crash appears to be Smith failing to yield to the right of way to the pedestrian,” police added. “He showed no signs of impairment. There are no charges at present as the investigation continues.”

Sources close to the investigation say that Smith was released right away at the scene.

Worrick G. Robinson, an attorney for the “Creek Will Rise” singer, shared a statement with ABC’s Good Morning America on behalf of Smith, which read, “On June 8th, Mr. Smith was involved in a car accident that tragically claimed a life.”

Robinson continued, “His heart goes out to Ms. Dobbins’ family during this incredibly difficult time. Mr. Smith continues to cooperate fully with the ongoing investigation.”

Smith, who is from Nashville, performed Saturday afternoon at CMA Fest, which took place in Downtown Nashville from June 5 to June 8.

From Ashes to New announces fall New Disease tour

June 10, 2025 by WDNY Radio

From Ashes to New has announced a U.S. tour for the fall.

The headlining outing, dubbed the New Disease tour, kicks off Sept. 20 in St. Louis and concludes Nov. 14 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

“We may even have to break out a few new songs and a whole new vibe,” says vocalist Matt Brandyberry. “The next chapter is almost here and we are beyond ready to share it with everyone.”

Presales begin Tuesday, 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 FromAshestoNew.com.

From Ashes to New’s most recent album is 2023’s Blackout. It includes the singles “Barely Breathing,” “Nightmare” and “Hate Me Too.”

Did Bob Dylan just help Machine Gun Kelly announce his new album?

June 10, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Bob Dylan appears to be throwing his support behind the upcoming album by Machine Gun Kelly.

Mgk just announced his new album, lost americana, will release on Aug. 8. He shared an album trailer, narrated by what certainly sounds like the “Like A Rolling Stone” singer.

“Lost americana is a personal excavation of the American dream, a journey to find what’s been lost,” the voice-over says. “This album is a love letter to those who seek to rediscover the dreamers, the drifters, the defiant. It’s a sonic map of forgotten places, a tribute to the spirit of reinvention and a quest to reclaim the authentic essence of American freedom.”

It continues, “From the glow of neon diners to the rumble of the motorcycles, this is music that celebrates the beauty found in the in-between spaces where the past is reimagined and the future is forged on your own terms.”

As for why Dylan would be voicing an mgk album trailer, you may recall back in February the folk legend inexplicably posted a video of the “Bloody Valentine” artist performing in a record store some years back. In a May social media post, mgk hinted that he’d since met Dylan.

Fontaines D.C., Kim Gordon win 2025 Libera Awards

June 10, 2025 by WDNY Radio

Fontaines D.C. and Kim Gordon were among the winners at the 2025 Libera Awards, which took place Monday in New York City.

The Fontaines album Romance won best rock record, while its single “Starburster” won music video of the year. Gordon’s solo effort The Collective won best alternative rock record.

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

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