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Posters in Paris possibly point to Céline Dion comeback

March 23, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Céline Dion returned to public performance at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France, and now she may be making a full-fledged comeback in the same city.

A series of posters has gone up around Paris, each with the title of one of Céline’s songs, such as “The Power of Love” and “My Heart Will Go On.” Meanwhile, the Canadian publication La Presse reported on Sunday that Céline will be doing a series of concerts at the Paris La Défense Arena, which holds 40,000 people.

Specifically, La Presse columnist Hugo Dumas wrote that he’s been given “credible information” that the Canadian superstar will perform two concerts per week during September and October. Nothing has been confirmed, but Dumas notes that the arena’s website doesn’t list any shows at all for the fall season, indicating that dates might be “blocked out” for a special event.

Céline last performed a full concert on March 8, 2020; she was forced to cancel her Courage World Tour due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A planned 2021 residency in Las Vegas never materialized due to her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, a rare condition that causes debilitating muscle spasms.

Dumas reported that he’s been told the singer is “doing well and her illness is under control.”

The Doobie Brothers announce fall Walk This Road Tour dates

March 23, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The Doobie Brothers are headed back out on the road this fall.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers have announced a new North American leg of their Walk This Road Tour, which kicks off Sept. 26 in Northfield, Ohio, and wraps Oct. 21 in Estero, Florida.

A Citi presale for tickets begins Tuesday at 10 a.m. local time, followed by an artist presale that starts Wednesday at 10 a.m. local time. Tickets go on sale to the general public Friday at 10 a.m. local time.

The tour is named after the band’s latest album, Walk This Road, which was released in 2025. Prior to the Walk This Road Tour, The Doobie Brothers will hit the road with Santana, with their summer trek launching June 13 in Chicago and wrapping Aug. 27 in Shakopee, Minnesota.

A complete list of tour dates can be found at TheDoobieBrothers.com.

The tour announcement comes as The Doobie Brothers are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their sixth studio album, Takin’ It to the Streets. To mark the occasion, Rhino will release a remastered version of the album, Takin’ It to the Streets (Rhino Reserve), cut from the original analog masters, on July 10. It is available for preorder now.

The Kinks’ Dave Davies responds to Moby calling ‘Lola’ ‘gross and transphobic’

March 23, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The Kinks’ Dave Davies has responded to criticism dished out by musician Moby over their classic tune “Lola.”

In an interview with The Guardian, Moby revealed that the iconic tune was a song he could no longer listen to, noting, “’Lola’ by the Kinks came up on a Spotify playlist, and I thought the lyrics were gross and transphobic.”

He added, “I like their early music, but I was really taken aback at how unevolved the lyrics are.”

But Dave Davies took to social media to argue that the song isn’t transphobic at all.

“I don’t wanna show the guy up, but Moby should be careful what he says. the cockettes And their friends used to follow us around on tour,” he wrote on X, referring to the ’70s psychedelic hippie theater group formed in the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood of San Francisco. “We appreciated them.”

He added, “Why is Moby being so rude about this simple song? We’re not trans phobic. Why does he have to have a go at us?”

Dave Davies also posted a letter sent to him and brother Ray Davies, who wrote the song, from “trans icon” Jayne County on how meaningful the song “Lola” is to her. Dave Davies noted in the caption, “I am highly insulted that MOBY would accuse my brother of being ‘unevolved’ or transphobic in any way.”

“Lola,” released in June 1970, tells the story of a man’s encounter with a trans woman or cross-dresser. According to the lyrics, Lola “walked like a woman but talked like a man.” The song was a top-10 hit for the band.

ICYMI: SZA, Brandy and J. Cole

March 23, 2026 by WDNY Radio

SZA recently joined the viral “what were you like in the ’90s?” social media trend — but with her own spin. Instead of using the original Goo Goo Dolls track “Iris,” she soundtracked her throwback photos with her own cover. “Trend had me so cooked I couldn’t stop singing it, so I made my own deep-fried Goo Goo Dolls tease,” she wrote.

Brandy will receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on March 30. Sibley Scoles will host, with Issa Rae and Babyface as guest speakers. “Brandy has captivated audiences for decades with a voice and artistry that helped shape modern R&B,” producer Ana Martinez said in a statement, calling the honor a celebration of Brandy’s impact across music, TV and film. Brandy’s memoir, Phases, arrives March 31, and she’ll also perform at the Essence Festival and Roots Picnic.

J. Cole recently opened up about apologizing to Kendrick Lamar after dissing him on “7 Minute Drill.” Speaking with Nadeska Alexis for Apple Music, he said he regretted fueling division between K. Dot and Drake. “I got genuine love for these dudes,” he said, noting that he realized he’d publicly said something he didn’t believe. Cole added that he saw his performance at Dreamville Fest as a chance to make things right. “Now you got an opportunity to go on a bigger forum … and say something that you believe in. And in that moment, I’m like, ‘Thank you, God,'” he said. Cole is set to appear in an interview on Cam’ron’s Talk with Flee Tuesday.

On This Day, March 23, 1983: ZZ Top releases their eighth studio album, ‘Eliminator’

March 23, 2026 by WDNY Radio

On This Day, March 23, 1983…

ZZ Top released their eighth studio album, Eliminator, which went on to be the band’s most commercially successful album, peaking at #9 on the Billboard Album chart.

The album, which used more synthesizers and drum machines than previous ZZ Top records, featured four hit singles: “Legs,” “Gimme All Your Lovin’,” “Sharped Dressed Man” and “TV Dinners.”

The success those songs — and the album — were helped by their popular accompanying music videos. They were in regular rotation on MTV, helping to attract a younger fan base.

Eliminator was the first of the band’s albums to become a worldwide success and went on to sell over 11 million copies in the U.S. It has been certified Diamond by the RIAA.

BTS’ new album breaks Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon streaming records

March 23, 2026 by WDNY Radio

The ARMY was ready for new BTS.

ARIRANG, the new album from the K-pop superstars, broke streaming records on Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon when it was released on Friday. On Spotify, it was this year’s most-streamed album in a single day. On Apple, it set a new record for biggest pop album by a group, based on first-day streams.

On Amazon Music, it was the biggest first-day debut for a K-pop album.

On Saturday, BTS THE COMEBACK LIVE, the group’s first full concert since 2022, streamed on Netflix live from Seoul, South Korea. In front of some 100,000 fans, BTS performed 12 songs, including multiple tracks from ARIRANG, and hits like “Butter” and “Dynamite.” RM, who recently injured his ankle, had to sit on a stool while the rest of the group performed their signature choreography.

While onstage, SUGA told the crowd, “With this album, we wanted to show you the most honest side of the seven of us. We worked hard to show a more mature and evolved BTS, and I’m so happy to finally present it to you.” You can watch highlights on Tudum.com.

BTS will be in New York on Monday for a Spotify event for the group’s top listeners, followed by a two-night stint on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Wednesday and Thursday. On Friday, Netflix will premiere BTS: THE RETURN, a documentary about the making of ARIRANG.

April 9 marks the kickoff of BTS’ world tour. Two of the first few concerts will be streamed live in movie theaters to give fans a taste of what they can expect from the trek, which is set to continue into 2027.

Barry Manilow releases new single from upcoming album, ‘What A Time’

March 23, 2026 by WDNY Radio

What a time to be a Barry Manilow fan.

Earlier in March, Barry announced that his first album of new material in close to 15 years, What A Time, would be out June 5. Now, he’s released a new single from the project, which he’s made available for preorder.

The track, “Sun Shine,” arrives with a music video that shows a couple waking up, getting ready for their day and coming together to dance.

The album also features Barry’s current hit “Once Before I Go” as well as two guest appearances on the record: Sharon “Muffy” Hendrix, who’s worked with Barry for years, and saxophonist Dave Koz. Other collaborators include Grammy-winning producer Dave Cobb, Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds and his longtime co-writers Bruce Sussman and Adrienne Anderson.

After postponing multiple shows due to his lung cancer diagnosis, Barry is scheduled to return to the road April 13 with a show in Queens, New York.

Here’s the track listing for What A Time:

“Once Before I Go”
“What A Time”
“Sun Shine”
“Another Life (2026)”
“Touched By An Angel”
“The Chosen One”
“One More Chance”
“Nobody Knows My Song”
“When Somebody Says Goodbye” (Duet with Sharon “Muffy” Hendrix)
“Don’t Trouble The Water”
“Look At Me Now” (Featuring Dave Koz)
“Nobody Told Me”
“Coming of Age”

Parkway Drive issues statement after past associate pleads guilty to underage sex offense

March 23, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Parkway Drive has issued a statement regarding “someone we’ve been associated with” who has pleaded guilty to an underage sex offense dating back to 2002.

“This is appalling and we condemn it,” Parkway Drive writes in an Instagram post. “We’re gutted and we support the victim.”

The group continues, “This happened before we were a band, however we bear moral responsibility for contracting him from 2003, on and off over the years.”

The statement does not use anyone’s name.

“While he hasn’t toured with us since 2017, more recently he’s been part of our Australian online mech team,” Parkway Drive writes. “When the band heard about this, we terminated his contract immediately. He’s no longer involved with Parkway Drive in any capacity.”

“This is heartbreaking on a very human scale,” the post concludes. “This is still ongoing in the courts so we’re closing comments.”

Bruce Springsteen’s ‘Born in the U.S.A.’ highlights ACLU birthright citizenship ad

March 23, 2026 by WDNY Radio

Bruce Springsteen is joining the American Civil Liberties Union’s fight against Donald Trump’s attempt to do away with birthright citizenship.

The rocker has lent his iconic tune “Born in the U.S.A.” to a new 30-second ad that debuted ahead of Supreme Court hearing arguments in a case challenging Trump’s executive order attempting to alter the 14th Amendment, which grants anyone born in the U.S. to citizenship.

“We’re reminding President Trump what it means to be born in the U.S.A.,” reads the ad’s description. “We’re honored that the one and only Bruce Springsteen trusted us with use of his iconic anthem ahead of our landmark Supreme Court case Trump v. Barbara, where we’re challenging President Trump’s attempt to overturn birthright citizenship. The 14th Amendment speaks for itself.”

“Born in the U.S.A.” is the perfect song to capture what’s at stake in this Supreme Court case and how birthright citizenship is integral to America,” Anthony D. Romero, executive director of the ACLU, tells Rolling Stone. “It’s a song that tells the story of a Vietnam veteran returning home to an America he knew was neglecting its people. The song calls on our nation to live up to its ideals.”

He adds, “Decades later, the song still reflects the struggle to hold onto the things that make us proud to be Americans today,” noting, “Even if you put the lyrics aside, the song basically makes you feel good. It makes you feel proud. It makes you feel bold. And that’s what our ad campaign captures.”

“Birthright citizenship is what makes America great, and we ought to be proud to defend it,” he continues. “It’s a reminder that we all have a role to play in fighting for a nation that follows our democratic principles.”

No need to ‘Turn This Truck Around’: With 2 hits, it ‘Ain’t a Bad Life’ for Jordan Davis

March 23, 2026 by WDNY Radio

It “Ain’t a Bad Life” when you have two songs in country’s top 15. Just ask Jordan Davis.

At #12 is his third single from Learn the Hard Way.

“‘Turn This Truck Around’ is one that — I wanted to do it because I felt like it was different,” he tells ABC Audio. “I felt it was something we’ve never released.”

The other is his pal Thomas Rhett’s “Ain’t a Bad Life,” from the deluxe edition of his About a Woman collection.

“Me and Thomas have always talked about doing a song together and this song was perfect for it,” Jordan says. “He played it for me, and I finally pestered him enough to where he allowed me to sing on it.”

“But now they’re both doing great, so it’s really cool to have two songs out working, but man the one with Thomas is special,” he adds.

“Ain’t a Bad Life” is currently at #4 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.

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