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Hardy, Morgan Wallen and Chris Shiflett are “Goin’ Nowhere” in the grand finale track drop for Hixtape: Vol. 2

December 10, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Hardy gets an assist from Morgan Wallen and Chris Shiflett on “Goin’ Nowhere,” the 14th and final track to be released off of Hixtape: Vol. 2.

Backed by loud, hard rock-inspired guitar work, the singers trade verses on the song before coming together for a powerful chorus. Lyrically, it’s the story of a guy who’s stuck in the same town he grew up in, with a twist: Sure, “all them daughters’ daddies were right” that he’s “goin’ nowhere,” but as far as he’s concerned, that’s not a bad thing.

“‘Cause why in the hell would I leave? / I don’t need anything but fried chicken and crickets / If there’s a yellow pine box you can carry me in it / This red dirt, you can bury me in it / I’m goin’ nowhere,” the three proclaim in the chorus.

“Goin’ Nowhere” dropped on Friday, along with the Hixtape as a whole. For the past 14 weeks, Hardy’s been sharing one track off his massive collaborations project every Friday, leading up to the album’s release date.

Hardy’s voice appears on only six of the 14 tracks; the others are collaborations between acts like Dierks Bentley, Jon Pardi, Midland, Brothers Osborne and many more.

“Goin’ Nowhere” is one of the first new songs out from Morgan since February, when he was ousted from many radio playlists and other aspects of the music industry due to the emergence of video footage that showed him yelling a racist slur. Hardy and Morgan are longtime buddies, and frequent co-writers and collaborators.

Though he’s become persona non grata in the industry, fandom for Morgan hasn’t cooled; in fact, his January Dangerous: The Double Album project topped Billboard’s all-genre 200 Albums chart for 2021.

Robbie Robertson is doing a Twitter listening party for reissue of The Band’s ‘Cahoots’

December 10, 2021 by WDNY Radio

The 50th anniversary edition of The Band‘s album Cahoots is out today, and next week, The Band’s Robbie Robertson will jump on Twitter to participate in a listening party for the release.

The new edition of Cahoots features the original album in newly remixed and remastered form, along with outtakes, instrumentals and other rarities, plus a partial recording of a frequently bootlegged concert from 1971.

Robertson, who oversaw the new mix, will share memories and stories about recording the original album during the “Tim’s Twitter Listening Party,” an ongoing online series which was started in March of 2020 by Tim Burgess of the U.K. band The Charlatans. It starts December 15 at 4 p.m. EST/1 p.m. PST. To participate, visit timstwitterlisteningparty.com.

Cahoots, The Band’s fourth studio album, features well-known tracks like “Life Is a Carnival,” their version of Bob Dylan‘s “When I Paint My Masterpiece” and the Van Morrison collaboration “4% Pantomime.”

Jessie J explains why she opened up about her miscarriage “just hours after I was told”

December 10, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Jessie J says she thought she was doing the right thing when she announced her miscarriage late last month, but she now says she didn’t give herself time to “process” her loss before she did.

“I posted about losing my baby just hours after I was told. I reacted in work mode,” Jessie explained on Instagram. “It’s safe to say I sometimes pour more energy into creating an unhealthy process of my own pain in front of a camera, than I do acknowledging it behind one in real time. ‘The show must go on’ mentality reacted before the human in me did.”

The British singer was set to perform a concert that night and, at the time, put her audience’s comfort before her own. Jessie said she wanted to “justify” why she “might be a little off” on the stage by turning her tragedy into an “inspirational” and “strong moment.” But the 33-year-old says she now understands that, while she meant well, that wasn’t what was in her best interests. She also has since removed her initial social media announcement.

“Truth is, I just needed to f****** cry and fall into someone’s arms and sob,” she said. “But at the time I was alone. I hadn’t processed anything. Nor did I have any idea what I was about to go through not just emotionally but physically after this show.”

Jessie says her experience opened her eyes about why society needs to normalize talking about miscarriages. She says it’ll not just make women feel alone, it’ll also help others truly understand the “physical pain and trauma” that comes with a pregnancy loss.

“You are allowed to be broken. You are allowed to cry,” she closed. “We know there will be sunshine, but we can’t avoid the rain.”

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Jodeci reunites, signs with Charlie Wilson’s manager, Michael Paran

December 10, 2021 by WDNY Radio

One of the hottest male R&B vocal groups of the 90s is back: Jodeci.

Consisting of two sets of brothers, K-Ci and JoJo Hailey, with the DeGrate siblings DeVanté Swing and Mr. Dalvin, Jodeci debuted in 1991 with the RIAA triple-Platinum album Forever My Lady, featuring the number-one hits “Stay,” “Come and Talk to Me” and the title track.

Six years following their latest album, The Past, the Present and the Future in 2015, Jodeci has reunited under the management of the P Music Group, owned by Michael Paran, who also manages Charlie Wilson and Johnny Gill.

“During the pandemic, the guys starting reaching out to each other and began talking about reuniting,” Paran tells Billboard. “They’re ready to build something new, done the right way without continuing the missteps of the past. I want to be long-term with them and help them show the world that they’re back to begin a whole new era.”

“We’ve come a long way. It’s a blessing to be back together and give our fans what they’ve been asking for,” K-Ci said in a statement.

After debuting at number one on Billboard’s Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart with Forever My Lady in 1991, the group also hit the top of the chart with Diary of a Mad Band in 1993, and The Show, the After Party, the Hotel in 1995.

The Hailey brothers also recorded five duo albums as K-Ci and JoJo, beginning with the RIAA triple-Platinum Love Always in 1999, featuring the number-one hit, “All My Life.”

Ariana Grande releases full movie clip of her performing “Just Look Up”

December 10, 2021 by WDNY Radio

The apocalyptic dark comedy Don’t Look Up is in theaters now, and Ariana Grande has also dropped the music video for “Just Look Up,” the single she performed with Kid Cudi for the movie.

Ariana plays pop star Riley Bina, who is charged with writing the prophetic song to tell the world a planet-killing meteor is hurtling toward Earth.

The performance video begins with Ari, dressed in a flowing white gown, belting out her haunting vocals while suspended high above the stage. She then floats down to join Cudi, who plays DJ Chello in the film, as he lays down an apologetic verse about not being man enough during her time of need.

The two hold hands for a brief moment before Ari redirects the song back to the subject at hand — everyone is going to die.

“Look up, what he’s really trying to say / Is get your head out of your a** / Listen to the godd*** qualified scientists,” she croons, but the message appears to fly over the cheering audience’s heads because they are still lifting up their phones and swaying to the music.

The music video also features a cameo from Jennifer Lawrence and Leonardo DiCaprio, who star as the two astronomers that discover the planet-killing meteor. The pair are seen standing on the side of the stage so they can observe the blissfully unaware crowd.

Don’t Look Up is in theaters now for a limited time before it heads to Netflix on December 24.

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Chris Lane’s new song, “Stop Coming Over,” is more romantic than it sounds

December 10, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Chris Lane delivers a story song with a classic twist today, releasing his twang-heavy new love ballad, “Stop Coming Over.”

Though the title might call a breakup song to mind, this track is anything but. Its lyrics tell the story of a guy who’s already all-in on his relationship, and the obvious next step is to move in together.

“When I listened to this song for the first time and heard that hook, I knew I had to record it,” the singer says. “It’s so catchy and the songwriting is so clever, I just loved everything about it. I can’t wait for everyone to hear this one and perform it live for y’all on the road!”

Speaking of the road, Chris will have ample chance to work the song into his set list when he sets forth on the next leg of his Fill Them Boots Tour in January. That batch of shows is named for his current single, and he’s released a number of other new songs lately, too, including the heartstring-tugging “That’s What Mamas Are For” and his warm-weather anthem, “Summer Job Money.”

At home, Chris has got plenty of real-life inspiration to pull from for his love ballads. Earlier this year, the singer and his wife, Lauren, welcomed their first child, a baby boy named Dutton.

Queen drummer says Sacha Baron Cohen would’ve made a terrible Freddie Mercury

December 10, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Rami Malek won the Oscar for playing Freddie Mercury in Bohemian Rhapsody, but when the project was first proposed back in 2010, it was Sacha Baron Cohen who was originally cast as Mercury in the film. Now, Queen drummer Roger Taylor says he thinks Cohen would have been terrible in the role.

Cohen exited the project in 2013 over creative differences, and Malek was eventually cast. Now, Taylor tells Classic Rock magazine that he thinks Cohen would’ve been “utter s**t” in the role of Freddie.

“Sacha is pushy, if nothing else. He’s also six inches too tall,” Taylor continues. “But I watched his last five films and came to the conclusion he’s not a very good actor…I thought he was an utterly brilliant subversive comedian, that’s what he’s great at. Anyway, I think Rami did a brilliant job in an almost impossible role.”

“We kind of got it right in the end,” Taylor adds of Bohemian Rhapsody. “We wanted to take people on a journey, make them feel up and then down, then joyous at the end.”

The Academy might disagree with Taylor about Cohen’s acting abilities: He was nominated for an Oscar for his role in the 2020 movie The Trial of the Chicago 7.

The Monkees’ Michael Nesmith dead at 78

December 10, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Michael Nesmith, singer/guitarist and songwriter for The Monkees who went on to become a respected producer, and a pioneer in the nascent field of music video, has died at the age of 78.

The Monkees’ manager, Andrew Sandoval, confirmed the news on Facebook, writing, “It is with deep sadness that I mark the passing of Michael Nesmith. We shared many travels and projects together over the course of 30 years, which culminated in a Monkees farewell tour that wrapped up only a few weeks ago.”

“That tour was a true blessing for so many. And in the end I know that Michael was at peace with his legacy which included songwriting, producing, acting, direction and so many innovative ideas and concepts,” Sandoval continued. “I am positive the brilliance he captured will resonate and offer the love and light towards which he always moved.”

“Nez expressed the highest part of his being through his voice,” Sandoval wrote. “And you could get no closer to him then through knowing his work. May all those who loved him feel his comfort at this time – just listen and he will be there for you.”

He ended by posting a quote from Nesmith’s song “I’ll Remember You”: “Thank you for the times you gave me, thank you for the tears you saved me, please take this song as my thanks to you.”

Nesmith’s family told Rolling Stone in a statement, “With Infinite Love we announce that Michael Nesmith has passed away this morning in his home, surrounded by family, peacefully and of natural causes. We ask that you respect our privacy at this time and we thank you for the love and light that all of you have shown him and us.”

His death leaves Micky Dolenz as the only living member of The Monkees. Fellow members Davy Jones and Peter Tork died in 2012 and 2019, respectively.

John Mellencamp releases new track from upcoming album, which has a cover courtesy of his son

December 10, 2021 by WDNY Radio

Most fans know that John Mellencamp is a talented painter, but it seems like his son is following in his footsteps.

On Friday, the rocker revealed that the painting on the cover of his new album Strictly a One-Eyed Jack — which shows him wearing an eyepatch — was done by his 26-year-old son, Speck Mellencamp.

Also on Friday, Mellencamp released another new song from the album, “Chasing Rainbows,” along with a lyric video. It’s the second song we’ve heard from the project, following the September release of a duet with Bruce Springsteen titled “Wasted Days.”

John also debuted a new acoustic tune from the album titled “I Always Lie to Strangers” during his performance at the 2021 Farm Aid concert in September.

Strictly a One-Eyed Jack will be released January 21.

Michigan school shooting: District reopens for first time with new protocols in place

December 10, 2021 by WDNY Radio

(OXFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich.) — Michigan’s Oxford school district is reopening for the first time since last week’s deadly shooting at Oxford High School.

Four students were killed and seven people were hurt in the Nov. 30 shooting at Oxford High School in Oxford Township. The suspected gunman and his parents have been charged.

The high school has yet to reopen, but students in eighth grade and younger are returning to classrooms for a half-day on Friday, with several changes in place.

No backpacks are allowed in school through at least next week, Superintendent Tim Throne said in a statement Thursday.

Every building will have law enforcement, private security, trained trauma specialists and additional staff on-site, he said, and staff will undergo trauma-response training.

Every school will also have trained therapy dogs through the rest of the school year, he said.

Thorne also said that the district has software in place on school-provided accounts to manage “all outgoing content from students and staff” and immediately raise “any concerning images, links to websites and shared items from Google Drive for our technology safety and security team.”

Thorne said the schools “will be acknowledging, in an age/grade-appropriate way based on recommendations from trained mental health counselors and crisis response experts, why we have been closed for the last seven days.”

“If you and/or your child is struggling with the return to school, please contact your child’s principal so we can work to help them move forward,” he said.

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