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Clay Aiken announces he’s running for Congress: “We need powerful voices more than ever”

January 10, 2022 by WDNY Radio

American Idol runner-up Clay Aiken is once again throwing his hat into the political ring with his eyes set at becoming a member of Congress.

The “Invisible” singer is vying for North Carolina’s 6th Congressional District, which encompasses the cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point. He is running as a Democrat.

“Can you believe it’s been almost 20 years since I first got to share my voice with you? That’s a long time. A LOT has changed!,” he tweeted on Monday. “We need powerful voices more than ever, so I’m running for Congress. And my voice is even stronger now!”

Clay, who’s 43, poked fun at how much he’s changed since America was first introduced to him as an aspiring singer in the early aughts. In an official campaign video, he stared at a photo taken during his 2003 stint on the reality singing competition and remarked, “Most of you remember me like this… skinny.”

The singer spoke about how much his life has changed in the years since, such as becoming a father and publicly coming out as gay — but that his love for his home state has stayed the same.

Clay’s platform includes transportation, gun violence, climate change and those he dubs “precious rights” — voting rights, LGBT rights and reproductive rights.

Should he be voted to represent the 6th district, Clay will become the first openly gay congressperson in history to represent a Southern state. The Democratic primary takes place in May.

Clay previously ran for the U.S. House of Representatives in 2014.

Can you believe it’s been almost 20 years since I first got to share my voice with you? That’s a long time. A LOT has changed!

We need powerful voices more than ever, so I’m running for Congress.

And my voice is even stronger now! 😉 #JoinTheChorus https://t.co/aQIm8a2xuZ pic.twitter.com/xBtN2CYF30

— Clay Aiken (@clayaiken) January 10, 2022

New Kanye West documentary, ‘jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy,’ debuting February 16 on Netflix

January 10, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Netflix released a teaser on Monday for a three-part Kanye West documentary titled jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy that will debut February 16 on the streaming platform.

The teaser clip begins with footage of Kanye near the start of his career in 2002, one year before he released his debut single, “Through the Wire.” It includes scenes in the studio with Jay-Z and Pharrell Williams, the latter of whom says of Kanye, “This man can do everything himself.”

The doc’s first act, Vision, will be shown in theaters nationwide on February 10 for a one-day engagement.

“Filmmakers Coodie and Chike have created an extraordinary film and we’re honored that they have trusted TIME Studios to produce jeen-yuhs: A Kanye Trilogy,” TIME Studios President Ian Orefice says in a statement. “We’re excited to partner with Iconic Events Releasing to give the world a chance to first experience the once in a generation storytelling in theaters.”

Iconic Events Releasing CEO Steve Bunnell adds, “Through his work as a performer, producer, and entrepreneur, few artists or businessmen have had a greater impact on worldwide popular culture than Kanye West over the last twenty years.”

Meanwhile, Gap announced Friday that it’s expanding its partnership with West to include a new line of YZY products in collaboration with fashion house Balenciaga. Balenciaga creative director Demna served as creative director and merchandise designer for Ye’s Donda listening events last year in Atlanta and Chicago. According to Page Six, West is rumored to be planning to shoot a music video with Cardi B at the Banciaga store in Miami this week.

“This is a special one”: Michael Ray storms to #1 with “Whiskey and Rain”

January 10, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Michael Ray brings “Whiskey and Rain” to #1 at country radio.

The country singer has notched his fourth chart-topping hit with “Whiskey and Rain,” the lead single off his latest album, Higher Education.

The Florida native turned to Instagram to celebrate the accomplishment, posting an emotional video thanking his team, country radio and the fans.

“This is a special one,” Michael said, choking back tears.

Michael continued to express his gratitude in the caption, praising one of his country music idols, Gary Allan.

“Y’all I gotta be real. It’s been an emotional one today. Back when we were recording this song I would think about all the things I always loved about @garyallanmusic and the way his music spoke to me and my life growing up in Eustis. I hope this song has been there for you on lonely nights when you’ve needed it, just like Gary always has been for me,” Michael shares. “Thank y’all for this beautiful ride!!! Thank y’all for loving this song!!! We ain’t slowing down!!!”

“Whiskey and Rain” follows Michael’s previous #1 singles, “Kiss You in the Morning,” “Think a Little Less” and “One That Got Away.”

John Mayer pens emotional tribute to Bob Saget: “I’m taking you with me forever”

January 10, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Hollywood continues to mourn the shocking death of comedian Bob Saget, who was found dead on Sunday night.

Singer John Mayer has joined the growing chorus of voices paying tribute to the beloved Full House star, and penned an emotional tribute to his longtime friend Monday.

“I love you, Bob. I will never forget you. I will visit you often in my memories, and I hope I get to see you in my dreams,” he shared on Instagram and tagged Saget in a blank photo. “I will tell my kids about you. I’m taking you with me forever. I love you, Bob.”

The “Gravity” singer’s friendship with Saget spans years. When John appeared on Bob Saget’s Here for You podcast in May 2020, the actor referred to him as one of his “dearest friends on this Earth.” John also performed at Saget’s wedding in 2018 and, the year prior, the two celebrated the singer’s 40th birthday in Brazil.

Saget was found dead in his Orlando, Florida hotel room on Sunday night, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. The 65-year-old had just just started his I Don’t Do Negative stand-up comedy tour, which was to take him across the country.

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Weezer, The Smashing Pumpkins headlining 2022 BeachLife Festival

January 10, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Weezer, The Smashing Pumpkins and Steve Miller Band will be headlining the 2022 BeachLife Festival, taking place May 13-15 in Redondo Beach, California.

The bill, which is described as “beach-focused,” also includes 311, Stone Temple Pilots, Black Pumas, Cold War Kids, Milky Chance, Vance Joy, Sheryl Crow, Sugar Ray, Everclear‘s Art Alexakis, and Steve Miller Band.

Tickets are on sale now. For the full lineup and all ticket info, visit BeachLifeFestival.com.

Blake Shelton joins Snoop Dogg to look back on 2021-2022 NFL season

January 10, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Blake Shelton is in the “Dogghouse” as he looks back on memorable NFL moments from this season with Snoop Dogg.

The two superstars, who previously worked together on The Voice where Blake is a coach and Snoop served as a Mega Mentor in season 20, have joined forces yet again on Peacock’s Sunday Night Football Final series, where they reflect on the highlights and low moments from the 2021-2022 NFL season.

Among the noteworthy incidents the singers riff on range from players fumbling the football, to a hawk landing on the head of a Seatlle Seahawks fan in the stands. “You think he’s trying to pick him up and fly away with him?” Blake jokes about the wild video. “That’s next level.”

Other clips they share a laugh over include Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ Vita Vea struggling to take off his jersey, and a faulty fence that sends a team of Philadelphia Eagles fans flying as they reach down to high-five quarterback Jalen Hurts.

“A lot of embarrassing stuff,” Blake comments.

Sammy Hagar returning to Las Vegas in February and March for more residency shows at The STRAT

January 10, 2022 by WDNY Radio

After launching a six-show Las Vegas residency at The STRAT Theater this past fall, Sammy Hagar has announced six new dates at the venue, scheduled for February 9, 11 and 12, and March 23, 25 and 26.

The “Sammy Hagar and Friends” shows will feature the Red Rocker performing a rotating set of classic songs from throughout his long career, plus select covers, with his current band The Circle — founding Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony, acclaimed rock drummer Jason Bonham and guitarist Vic Johnson of Sammy’s longtime backing group, The Wabos.

Like Hagar’s 2021 residency, this year’s concerts also may see some surprise guests joining Sammy and the band on stage. Artists who made special appearances last year included The Grateful Dead‘s Bob Weir, Rick Springfield and Ratt‘s Stephen Pearcy.

“I’m thrilled to be returning to The STRAT for my Las Vegas residency,” says Hagar in a statement. “We have created the ultimate concert party in a theater that captures the beach vibes of my annual birthday parties in Cabo San Lucas with a new show every night. It’s a blast and I can’t wait to continue with my bandmates, special guests and Redheads in 2022.”

Tickets for the 2022 shows go on sale to the general public this Wednesday, January 12, at 10 a.m. PT.

Members of Hagar’s fan club can purchase pre-sale tickets starting today at 10 a.m. PT, while members of The STRAT resort’s True Rewards program can buy tickets beginning Tuesday, January 11, at 10 a.m. PT.

Limited VIP packages also will be available that include early entry to the theater to watch Hagar’s soundcheck, a signed laminate, a bottle of Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum, “Sammy Hagar and Friends” merch and more.

Visit TheSTRAT.com and RedRocker.com for more info.

Andrew Garfield: lying about ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ role was “weirdly enjoyable”

January 10, 2022 by WDNY Radio

(SPOILERS FOR SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME) Andrew Garfield admits keeping his Spider Man: No Way Home role a secret wasn’t that hard — in fact, he found it “weirdly enjoyable.”

After months of denials that he was involved, Garfield in fact does appear in the multiverse-shattering blockbuster, alongside fellow Spider-Man alums TobeyMaguire and current web-slinger Tom Holland.

“It was rather stressful but also weirdly enjoyable,” Garfield tells TheWrap of his, er, web of deceit.

“There were moments where I was like, ‘God, I hate lying.’ I don’t like to lie and I’m not a good liar, but I kept framing it as a game. And I kept imagining myself purely as a fan of that character, which is not hard to do.”

The 38-year-old actor, and lifelong Spider-Man fan adds, “I placed myself in that position of, Well, what would I want to know? Would I want to be toyed with? Would I want to be lied to? Would I want to be kept on my toes guessing? Would I want to discover it when I went to the theater? Would I want to be guessing, guessing, guessing?”

The answer to those questions, Garfield said, was clear. “I would want the actor to do an incredibly good job at convincing me he wasn’t in it. And then I would want to lose my mind in the theater when my instinct was proven right,” he continues. “That’s what I would want.”

In fact, Garfield told Entertainment Tonight that he and fellow Spider-Man Maguire sneaked into a theater on opening night just to watch those fans lose their minds. “[N]o one knew we were there,” he enthused. “It was just a really beautiful thing to share together.”

He said the three web-heads shared a “brotherhood,” and getting the opportunity to revisit the character was a thrill.

“First and foremost, I am a fan, so when [producers] Amy Pascal and Kevin Feige and [director] John Watts asked to have a word with me and talk to me about an idea, and they pitched it, it was like I was the fans in the audience, watching it onscreen for the first time with like, the three Spider-Men across universes sharing a frame together,” Garfield recalled.

“And like, your head, your little head, it just explodes. So, that’s the main thing in me that I feel about it.”

Pink headlining 2022 BottleRock festival

January 10, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Pink is among the headliners for the 2022 BottleRock Napa Valley festival, taking place May 27-29 in Napa, California.

The bill also includes Alessia Cara, Pitbull, Kygo, Tai Verdes and more. The other headliners are Twenty One Pilots, Metallica and country star Luke Combs.

Tickets go on sale this Tuesday, January 11, at 10 a.m. PT.

For the full lineup and all ticket info, visit BottleRockNapaValley.com.

Twenty One Pilots, Metallica headlining 2022 BottleRock festival

January 10, 2022 by WDNY Radio

Twenty One Pilots and Metallica are among the headliners for the 2022 BottleRock Napa Valley festival, taking place May 27-29 in Napa, California.

The bill also includes Greta Van Fleet, The Black Crowes, CHVRCHES, Bleachers, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Spoon, Vance Joy, Silversun Pickups, grandson, Royal & the Serpent and MisterWives. The other headliners are Pink and country star Luke Combs.

Tickets go on sale this Tuesday, January 11, at 10 a.m. PT.

For the full lineup and all ticket info, visit BottleRockNapaValley.com.

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