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Ringo Starr auctioning off NFTs featuring original animated artwork, drum tracks

May 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Ringo Starr is entering the NFT universe with a new collection of digital tokens that feature animated virtual depictions of artwork he’s created, which will be auctioned off at JuliensAuctions.com on June 13 at 11 a.m. PT.

The “Ringo Starr NFT Collection — The Creative Mind of a Beatle” will include five unique NFTs, each featuring an original animated painting accompanied by a custom-made drum track played and recorded by Starr, and an audio/visual motif echoing his time with The Beatles and his subsequent music career.

Those who purchase the NFTs will also receive a 25-by-25-inch canvas print of the artwork signed by Ringo and will be granted access to join the legendary drummer on an exclusive virtual tour of a gallery of his digital art, called RingoLand.

The winning bidders will receive a private invitation following the auction that will allow them to join the virtual gathering, which was created by Spatial.io, via the web, VR platforms or mobile devices.

Four limited-edition NFTs of each of the five designs will be available, for a total 20 NFT packages that will be auctioned as part of the sale.

“I only ever wanted to be a drummer yet you never know where a new idea or path will lead you,” says Starr. “This new technology is so far out it’s inspired me and I loved creating these NFTs combining my art and my music. Who’d have thought I would be spreading Peace and Love in the MetaVerse.”

Among the NFTs are self-portraits that depict Starr during his early days with The Beatles. Visit JuliensLive.com for more details.

A portion of the proceeds raised by the auction will benefit Ringo’s Lotus Foundation, which funds and supports charitable projects that focus on various social welfare causes.

Aerosmith cancels Las Vegas residency dates as Steven Tyler enters treatment program

May 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Aerosmith has canceled the band’s first batch of Las Vegas residency dates due to frontman Steven Tyler entering a treatment program.

“As many of you know, our beloved brother Steven has worked on his sobriety for many years,” the “Dream On” rockers write in a social media statement posted Tuesday. “After foot surgery to prepare for the stage and the necessity of pain management during the process, he has recently relapsed and voluntarily entered a treatment program to concentrate on his health and recovery.”

As such, Aerosmith won’t be playing the Vegas dates scheduled for June and July while Tyler “focuses on his well-being.”

“We are devastated that we have inconvenienced so many of you, especially our most loyal fans who often travel great distances to experience our shows,” the statement reads. “Thank you for your understanding and for your support for Steven during this time.”

Those who purchased tickets to the affected shows will receive refunds.

Aerosmith plans to resume the residency in September.

The Lumineers headlining inaugural BeachLife Ranch festival

May 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

The Lumineers will be headlining the inaugural BeachLife Ranch festival, a country and Americana-focused spinoff of Southern California’s BeachLife Festival.

BeachLife Ranch will be held September 16-18 in Redondo Beach, the same site as the original BeachLife, which took place earlier this month with performances by The Smashing Pumpkins, Weezer, Stone Temple Pilots and 311, among others.

Other announced artists on the bill include Daryl Hall & John Oates, Brandi Carlile, Dierks Bentley, Wilco and Lukas Nelson & Promise Of The Real. The full lineup will be unveiled at a later date.

For ticket info, visit BeachLifeRanch.com.

Doja Cat speaks on retirement: “I want to disappear for a little bit”

May 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Doja Cat is still planning on retiring from music, but she hinted in a new interview that her time away will look more like a hiatus than a permanent goodbye.

Speaking to Elle in an interview before she was forced to drop out of The Weeknd’s tour due to tonsil surgery, the Grammy nominee explained, “I want to finish this tour up, kill it, and see my fans happy. And then I want to start writing again. I’m going to finish this next album, and then I’m going to get the f*** out for a second.”

Doja is already fantasizing about a life post music and revealed, “I want to disappear for a little bit and just do things like wear slides and go to the farmers market” — even though she admittedly doesn’t really care about vegetables.

The singer also quipped, “And I want a dog, too,” revealing she is thinking about getting a Chinese crested dog because they are so unique looking. “They look like they’re 90 from age two weeks. They’re like old people,” she joked. “I think it’s beautiful.”

Speaking of her forthcoming album, Doja admitted she hasn’t “started” it because she’s “got a lot going on, but it’s coming up.”

“I have been getting songs and things sent to me,” she continued. “There’s some really cool stuff that I got sent from friends. They’re all working on beats, and I’m giving them notes and they know what I want, so I’m excited.”

The “Kiss Me More” singer is also thinking about branching out into Hollywood and told the outlet, “I’d love to be in movies. That’s a massive want for me.” She also revealed, “My one hidden passion is stand-up … It feels like it could be a natural, fun thing to do.”

“Y’all know exactly where I’m going with this”: Jordan Davis teases release of “What My World Spins Around”

May 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Jordan Davis may be getting ready to drop a summer anthem.

On Monday, the singer posted a video to Instagram responding to a fan’s comment that the unreleased “What My World Spins Around” is “my summer song, calling it right now.”

“I agree with this comment. I think it would be a great summer song. So, in order for it to be a summer song, I should probably release it. And y’all know exactly where I’m going with this,” he teases, alongside several eye emojis as the chorus of the song is heard playing in the background.

This sent off a fury of excitement in the comment section, with many fans demanding to know when the song will be released. One fan called it a “banger” and another referred to it as a prime “summer boat song.”

Jordan previously shared a sample of “What My World Spins Around” on socials back in March and has performed it live during recent concerts. Though he hasn’t shared an official release date for the song, it is currently available for presave.

The Louisiana native recently saw massive success with his multiweek #1 hit with Luke Bryan, “Buy Dirt.”

Suspect in custody after ‘active shooter’ reported at Texas elementary school

May 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

(UVALDE, Texas) — A suspect has been taken into custody after an “active shooter” incident at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, according to police.

The Uvalde Police Department did not immediately provide further information. It’s unclear whether anyone was injured in the shooting.

Earlier, the Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District had said a shooter was located at Robb Elementary School and asked people to stay away from the area.

“There is an active shooter at Robb Elementary,” the school district said on Twitter. “Law enforcement is on site. Your cooperation is needed at this time by not visiting the campus. As soon as more information is gathered it will be shared.”

A school official clarified to ABC News that the shooting took place off campus, but Robb Elementary School was under lockdown.

Students will be transported to be picked up by parents at Sgt. Willie Deleon Civic Center, according to the Uvalde Police Department.

Uvalde, Texas, is located about 90 minutes west of San Antonio.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Texas elementary school reports ‘active shooter’ on campus

May 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

(UVALDE, Texas) — Authorities are on scene at an “active shooter” incident at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, the school district said.

The Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District said the shooter was located at Robb Elementary and asked people to stay away from the area.

A school official clarified to ABC News that the shooting took place off campus, but Robb Elementary School is under lockdown.

Parents were being asked to pick up students at Sgt. Willie Deleon Civic Center, according to the Uvalde Police Department.

Uvalde, Texas, is located about 90 minutes west of San Antonio.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Walmart pulls Juneteenth ice cream amid social media backlash

May 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Following the social media backlash over Walmart’s Juneteenth ice cream, the retail corporation has decided to pull the “celebration edition” treat from its stores.

In a statement to Fox, the company responded to the criticism and issued an apology.

“Juneteenth holiday marks a celebration of freedom and independence,” the statement reads, as shared by Newsweek. “However, we received feedback that a few items caused concern for some of our customers and we sincerely apologize. We are reviewing our assortment and will remove items as appropriate.”

The decision comes after comments flooded the internet over the weekend when a picture surfaced of the newly introduced swirled red velvet and cheesecake-flavored ice cream and its branding of red, green, yellow and black coloring — colors associated with Pan-African ideology.

As previously reported, many Twitter users commented on Walmart’s decision to include the trademark symbol, placed directly next to the word Juneteenth. Others pointed out alternate ice cream brands to purchase, such as Creamalicious, the Black-owned company launched by chef Liz Rogers.

Sharing a side-by-side collage of both the Walmart and Creamalicious ice cream, one user said, “If you’re at Walmart and you’re thinking about buying the one on the left. Take a few seconds to look for and buy the one on the right. They are the same flavor except Creamalicious Ice Creams is black owned.”

Highlighting the incident some refer to as another example of white-on-Black capitalism, one user wrote, “For those who don’t get the outrage behind the #Juneteenthice cream: A White-owned company named @Walmart is trying to trademark Juneteenth.”

Juneteenth is a federal holiday celebrated annually on June 17 in observance of the news of freedom for enslaved Black people in America.

Gabby Barrett to leave Jason Aldean’s tour to welcome baby in August

May 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Jason Aldean‘s upcoming arena tour will see a change in lineup.

Gabby Barrett, who is one of the opening acts on Jason’s Rock N’ Roll Cowboy Tour this summer, will be departing the tour halfway through to welcome her new baby. She is currently pregnant with her and husband Cade Foehner‘s second child. The couple announced the news on Mother’s Day, revealing that they’re expecting a baby boy. He’ll join his 1-year-old sister, Baylah.

Taking over Gabby’s spot will be a rotating cast of Chase Rice, Travis Tritt and Tracy Lawrence. The tour launches on July 15 and concludes on October 29. Gabby’s last day will be August 27, when they perform at the Darien Lake Amphitheater in New York.

“Congratulations to Gabby, and a big thank you to Travis, Tracy, and Chase for jumping in,” Jason shares. “Let’s go!”

Additionally, Jason is currently celebrating his 27th #1 hit, “Trouble With a Heartbreak,” the second single off his latest album, Macon, Georgia.

“Thanks you Country Radio for all the support on ‘Trouble with a heartbreak’! We are officially #1 and there is nothing sweeter than celebrating with some of your best friends who wrote it,” he says on Instagram, toasting co-writers Tully Kennedy, Kurt Allison and John Morgan. “Ready to get back on tour here in a few weeks and play it LIVE for u guys.”

“Trouble” was preceded by the album’s other chart-topping single, “If I Didn’t Love You,” featuring Carrie Underwood.

New York City subway shooting suspect in custody

May 24, 2022 by WDNY Radio

(NEW YORK) — The alleged suspect in the unprovoked fatal shooting of 48-year-old Daniel Enriquez on a Q train in New York City is in police custody, according to law enforcement sources.

Sources identified the suspect as Andrew Abdullah, a 25-year-old man from Brooklyn with about 20 prior arrests, including an outstanding gun charge from last year. He also has prior arrests for assault, robbery, menacing and grand larceny, sources said.

Abdullah has three cases that are still pending, including an April arrest for fourth-degree criminal possession of stolen property for allegedly being found with a stolen motorcycle, as well as a June 2021 arrest for violating a protective order and March 2021 arrest for assault.

Detectives have also recovered the gun used in the shooting.

It is believed the suspect handed the gun to a homeless man as he fled the Canal Street station. The homeless man then apparently sold the gun for $10 to a third person, who reported it to police, the sources said.

The New York Police Department released surveillance photos Monday of the suspect believed to have shot Enriquez taken shortly after he exited the subway.

The motive for the shooting is still unknown.

In January 2020, Abdullah was arrested as part of a gun-related case and in May 2017 he was charged with second-degree attempted murder as part of an 83-count federal indictment of the Harlem-based street gangs Fast Money and Nine Block. Abdullah was sentenced to three years in federal prison, but served just four months before being released in 2019.

Witnesses say the suspect, alleged to be Abdullah, was pacing back and forth in the last car of a Manhattan-bound train around 11:45 a.m. when he pulled out a gun and fired it at Enriquez unprovoked, according to NYPD Chief of Department Kenneth Corey.

The shooting comes a little over a month after a Brooklyn subway rider opened fire on a train car, wounding 10 people. The suspect in that shooting, Frank James, was arrested one day later in lower Manhattan.

Transit crime is up 62.5% in the city year-to-date from 2021, according to NYPD statistics.

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