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Killswitch Engage’s Jesse Leach guests on new Anti-Flag song, “Modern Meta Medicine”

October 5, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Killswitch Engage frontman Jesse Leach guests on a new song from Anti-Flag called “Modern Meta Medicine.”

In a statement, the long-running punk outfit says the track “looks to trace back the origins of capitalism’s takeover of our health as global citizens, the Reagan era policies that allowed for billionaires to flourish off of the suffering of so many.”

“Healthcare is a human right,” Anti-Flag adds. “And we need to steal our rights back from a machine that sees us as commodities and profit margins, however we can.”

You can listen to “Modern Meta Medicine” now via digital outlets and watch its accompanying video, which very much reflects the message of the song, streaming now on YouTube.

“Modern Meta Medicine” will appear on Anti-Flag’s upcoming album, Lies They Tell Our Children, due out January 6, 2023. The record also includes guest spots from Rise Against‘s Tim McIlrath and Bad Religion‘s Brian Baker.

(Video contains uncensored profanity)

Don’t let beabadoobee’s cover of Vanessa Carlton’s “A Thousand Miles” pass you by

October 5, 2022 by WDNY Radio

beabadoobee is trading Vanessa Carlton‘s traveling piano for distorted guitars in her cover of “A Thousand Miles.”

The “Care” artist performed an alt-rock version of the early 2000s pop classic during an appearance on the BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge. You can watch the rendition streaming now on YouTube.

beabadoobee will be back stateside later this month when she launches a U.S. tour in support of her new album, Beatopia. The outing kicks off October 25 in Washington, D.C. and will run into December.

Beatopia, beabadoobee’s sophomore effort, was released in July.

AC/DC singer Brian Johnson celebrates 75th birthday

October 5, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Here’s wishing a very happy 75th birthday to longtime AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson, who was born October 5, 1947.

The gravel-voiced vocalist, who hails from Newcastle upon Tyne, U.K., served as the lead singer of the Newcastle-based glam-rock outfit Geordie throughout most of the 1970s before AC/DC hired him to replace Bon Scott, who died in February 1980 at age 33 from “acute alcohol poisoning.”

AC/DC were already a hugely popular band, but Johnson’s first album with the Australian rockers, 1980’s Back in Black, made them superstars. Brian co-wrote the album’s songs with guitarists Angus and Malcolm Young, including such classics as the title track, “Hells Bells” and “You Shook Me All Night Long.”

Back in Black peaked at #4 on the Billboard 200 and went on to sell over 25 million copies in the U.S., making it the best-selling hard-rock record ever in the States.

Johnson continued to co-write AC/DC’s songs with the Young brothers through 1988’s Blow Up Your Video album.

Brian’s long tenure as AC/DC’s frontman was sidetracked in 2016 during the band’s Rock or Bust tour, when he had to stop performing live immediately because of hearing issues. Guns N’ Roses singer Axl Rose was brought on to finish the trek.

Johnson rejoined AC/DC in 2020 for the recording of the band’s latest album, the chart-topping Power Up.

His most recent performance took place on September 3 during the star-studded London tribute concert for late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins. Brian performed two AC/DC songs, “Back in Black” and “Let There Be Rock,” while backed by Foo Fighters and Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich.

Johnson will release a new memoir titled The Lives of Brian on October 25.

Brad Pitt’s side responds to Angelina Jolie’s “untrue” abuse allegations

October 5, 2022 by WDNY Radio

On Tuesday, ABC News obtained a countersuit that Angelina Jolie filed, accusing her ex-husband Brad Pitt of physically abusing her and two of their children during a flight aboard a private plane flight.

A source close to Pitt is now firing back, denying the allegations. “She continues to rehash, revise and reimagine her description of an event that happened six years ago by adding completely untrue information each time she fails to get what she wants,” the source said of Jolie. “Her story is constantly evolving.”

The source continued, “She had the opportunity to share information with law enforcement who made the decision not to press charges following their investigation. She had the chance to share this during the lengthy custody trial, which resulted in the judge granting 50-50 custody to Pitt following in-depth observations and analysis by doctors, therapists and other experts. Her and her team go back to the same thing month after month with new and false information.”

The abuse accusations were part of a counterclaim to Pitt’s February lawsuit against Jolie that alleged she sold their French estate and winery Château Miraval without his consent.

According to the lawsuit, Pitt called Jolie’s sale to a third party “unlawful.”

The cross-complaint, however, states Jolie’s attorneys claimed she and Pitt closed the transaction of Miraval without any agreement on how they could both sell their interests in the property.

In June 2020, Jolie began negotiating with Pitt on a potential sale of her interest in the winery, but when she submitted a sealed document titled “Offer of Proof and Authority re Testimony Regarding Domestic Violence” during the couple’s child custody case the following year, Pitt’s team notified Jolie’s that he would be “stepping back” from the Miraval deal, according to Jolie’s cross-complaint.

Hardy steps down from Morgan Wallen’s Texas stadium show as he recovers from bus crash

October 5, 2022 by WDNY Radio

As he continues to recover from a tour bus crash that occurred last weekend, Hardy is canceling two shows in the upcoming couple of weeks: one in Columbus, Ohio and one scheduled performance in Arlington, Texas as an opening act for Morgan Wallen’s first-ever stadium show.

“I’m very sorry, but it’s just what I need to do right now,” the singer said in a video message on Instagram. He added that Ernest will take his place at the Texas show, and the Columbus show will be rescheduled to July 1, 2023.

“I love you guys. Thank you for all the love and support,” Hardy went on to say. He also requested continued prayers for the other people involved in the crash, especially his bus driver Ricky, who “is not in the clear yet.”

“He really needs it, and he got a good report tonight, but he needs all the love and all the prayers that he can get,” Hardy said.

Morgan also shared the update in his Instagram Stories, noting that he’s sad to remove Hardy — who is his close friend — from the bill of the marquee show.

“Hardy, man, I think you know how bad I wanted you to be a part of my first stadium show,” the singer said. “But way more important than that, I’m just glad you’re alive….please keep Hardy and his crew, and Ricky specifically, in your prayers.”

Lil’ Kim shows Cardi B lots of love in recent interview: “Cardi is like the love of my life”

October 5, 2022 by WDNY Radio

There’s certainly plenty of drama between many of the rap girls these days, but one duo that’s spreading the love is Lil‘ Kim and Cardi B.

Appearing on a special reboot episode of Rap City, which aired ahead of the 2022 BET Hip Hop Awards on Tuesday night, Kim gushed about her fellow New York rapper, providing details about their close relationship.

“There’s rumors you did something with Cardi,” inquired Rap City host Big Tigger. “When are we getting that Cardi song?”

The rap legend didn’t quite answer the question but was excited to talk about their friendship.

“Cardi is like the love of my life,” she said with a smile. “Y’all don’t even know — she makes me laugh.”

Kim added of their relationship, “We talk a lot, people have no idea. She’s my little sister but she’s really my big, little sister.”

The rap legend said Cardi often offers advice and “directs” her on certain industry moves. “We just laugh a lot,” Kim continued.

Though there was no confirmation about an upcoming collaboration track, the rappers were recently spotted in the studio together, as seen in a video clip shared by The Neighborhood Talk.

In a series of Twitter posts last December, Cardi went to bat for Lil’ Kim, defending the “Crush on You” rapper against cyberbullying.

“I know how much it hurts to constantly get picked on,” Cardi wrote, adding that, “When I collab wit her is going to be at the right time & the right song. I don’t rush BIG MOMENTS!.”

As far as the hip-hop world is concerned, hopefully, that “right song” is on its way soon.

Ellie Goulding says it “feels good” when “people forget that I write my own music”

October 5, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Ellie Goulding says she isn’t offended when people forget she’s a songwriter.

The British pop star spoke with BBC about winning the President’s Award at this week’s BMI Awards, which goes to songwriters, music publishers and composers. “I think people forget that I write my own music, and it just feels good,” she expressed, adding this is the first time she’s been recognized as a songwriter.

“When you’re writing songs close to your heart and you’re putting them out there, that’s all you can really do, and then everything else is a bonus,” Ellie said, adding, “It’s hard work writing songs – especially pop songs, that takes a different kind of dedication.”

Ellie, who’s been writing songs since she was a teenager, explained there are certain “formulas” to follow when writing pop. “There’s things not to say, there’s things to say. And so it’s a real art form,” she said.

“I’m so lucky that I get to do it as my as my job because I love it so much,” she continued. “I’ve been writing pop songs since I was a teenager. And so to be recognised by songwriting for the first time, it’s very cool.”

Ellie’s life has changed dramatically since she burst into the U.K. music scene back in 2009 with her debut single “Under the Sheets.” She saw international success two years later with “Lights.”

Ellie says the “whole climate of music” has changed since she first stepped into the limelight and credits social media for moving the needle.

“I quite enjoy the challenges, what you have to do as an artist now isn’t easy — it’s something you have to work at,” she explained. The hitmaker added, “I’m on TikTok, I’m on socials, I put myself out there and I actually enjoy it. I don’t mind having fun.”

Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band releasing new live album and video in November

October 5, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Ringo Starr is releasing a new concert album and video capturing a 2019 performance with his All Starr Band at Los Angeles’ famous Greek Theatre. The project will drop in multiple formats on November 25, the day after Thanksgiving.

Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band Live at The Greek Theater 2019 will be available on CD, DVD and Blu-ray; a special two-LP set pressed on yellow vinyl will be sold exclusively at independent record shops in conjunction with the 2022 Record Store Day Black Friday event.

The album and film document the final show of Ringo and the All Starr’s 2019 tour, which took place on September 2. The band’s lineup for the trek featured founding Santana singer/keyboardist Gregg Rolie, Toto guitarist Steve Lukather, Men at Work frontman Colin Hay and Average White Band bassist Hamish Stuart.

The set lists included select Beatles tunes, solo Ringo hits and renditions of songs by Santana, Toto, Men at Work and Average White Band.

The show’s finale featured several All Starr Band alums — Joe Walsh, Edgar Winter, Nils Lofgren, The Romantics‘ Wally Palmar and renowned session drummer Jim Keltner — joining Ringo and company onstage for a rousing version of “With a Little Help from My Friends.”

A recording of Ringo performing Carl Perkins‘ “Matchbox,” which he used to sing with The Beatles, has been released as an advance digital single from Live at The Greek Theater 2019, and a video of the performance has debuted on his official YouTube channel.

You can preorder the album and video now.

Here’s Live at The Greek Theater 2019‘s full track list:

“Matchbox”
“It Don’t Come Easy”
“What Goes On”
“Evil Ways”
“Rosanna”
“Pick Up the Pieces”
“Down Under”
“Boys”
“Don’t Pass Me By”
“Yellow Submarine”
“Cut the Cake”
“Black Magic Woman”
“You’re Sixteen”
“Anthem”
“Overkill”
“Africa”
“Work to Do”*
“Oye Como Va”
“I Wanna Be Your Man”
“Who Can It Be Now?”
“Hold the Line”
“Photograph”
“Act Naturally”
“With a Little Help from My Friends”

* = CD, DVD, Blu-ray only.

Nita Strauss reunites with Alice Cooper’s band during Colorado show

October 5, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Alice Cooper‘s Tuesday concert in Loveland, Colorado featured a surprise reunion with Nita Strauss.

According to Louder, Strauss, who had just played nearby Denver with Demi Lovato on Monday, joined the shock rocker for a rendition of the classic “School’s Out.” Following the show, Strauss tweeted, “I had the best time! Thanks for the warm welcome.”

Strauss played guitar in Cooper’s touring band from 2014 to this year, when she announced she wouldn’t be joining the group on their fall tour. She then revealed she’d joined Lovato’s live band to tour the pop star’s new, rock-driven album, Holy F***.

Since sharing the news of her new gig, Strauss has suggested that her departure from Cooper’s band may not be permanent.

“There’s no shutting of a door and changing of the guard,” Strauss told Louder. “It’s just I’m taking a step back a little bit.”

Wynonna Judd says The Judds’ final tour is “going to heal me” after mom Naomi Judd’s death

October 5, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Wynonna Judd is currently in the midst of The Judds’ farewell tour, a trek that she originally planned with her mom and duet partner, Naomi Judd.

But things changed after they announced the string of dates. Naomi died by suicide on April 30 at the age of 76 after a lifelong battle with mental illness. Wynonna ultimately decided to go ahead with the tour, albeit reconfigured as an all-star girls’ night with a rotating cast of guest performers, including Trisha Yearwood, Kelsea Ballerini, Ashley McBryde and others.

Though stepping out onstage without Naomi is a difficult and emotional experience, Wynonna says that the tour is a chance for both her and the audience to close a chapter of the legendary mother-daughter duo’s career.

“This is my opportunity to step into a situation that I don’t know that I am ready to do what I’m about to do, but I think it’s going to heal me,” the singer tells People.

She hopes that it’ll be a similarly cathartic experience for the concertgoers, many of whom have been fans of the Judds for decades and are also grieving Naomi’s death.

“I’m teaching what I want to learn, which is how to have peace and joy in a really negative [time],” Wynonna continues. “I want people to know that they’re loved. I want people to know that there is hope.”

The Judds Final Tour continues through this month. Martina McBride, who was named as the opening act on the original billing, will continue to perform all the dates.

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