WHAT TO EXPECT AT COACHELLA 2022

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The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is back in 2022 after two years of postponements and cancellations due to the pandemic. And the lineup is worth all the wait. Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) and Swedish House Mafia are the headliners. The Festival is held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, in the Coachella Valley in the Colorado Desert. It was co-founded by Paul Tollett and Rick Van Santen in 1999, and is organized by Goldenvoice, a subsidiary of AEG Presents.

This year, Weekend One: April 15 – 17, 2022 and Weekend Two: April 22 – 24, 2022. Headliners: Harry Styles, Billie Eilish and Ye (Kanye West).

Eilish took to Instagram to share the 2022 lineup. Styles will headline the festival for the first time on April 15 and 22. But before he takes the stage, people can expect performances by Phoebe Bridgers, Big Sean, Carly Rae Jepsen, slowt

Last year’s interaction — with headliners Rage Against the Machine, Travis Scott and Frank Ocean — was postponed several times. Billboard confirmed that Scott and Rage Against the Machine will not be a part of the festival this year while Ocean is expected to perform in 2023. 

The festival will span across two weekends: April 15 to 17 and April 22 to 24. Eilish took to Instagram to share the 2022 lineup. 

Friday, April 15 and 22

Styles will headline the festival for the first time on April 15 and 22. But before he takes the stage, people can expect performances by Phoebe Bridgers, Big Sean, Carly Rae Jepsen, slowthai, MIKA, Princess Nokia, Purple Disco Machine and Logic100.

Saturday, April 16 and 23

Eilish also makes history as Coachella’s youngest headliner at 20 years old. She will perform on April 16 and 23. Flume, Disclosure, Megan Thee Stallion, Brockhampton, girl in red, Koffee, Hot Chip, Steve Lacy, Arlo Parks, Floating Points and Holly Humberstone will take the stage before Eilish.

Sunday, April 17 and 24

Ye headlined Coachella back in 2011 as Kanye West, according to Newsweek, though he has made several appearances on stage alongside artists like The Weeknd and Kid Cudi. Other artists performing on Sunday are Doja Cat, Joji, Jamie XX, Maggie Rogers, Fatboy Slim, Dave, Honey Dijon, Orville Peck, Sampa the Great,\ and Duke Dumont. 

Additionally, Swedish House Mafia is also expected to perform although it is unclear whether the group is headlining or not, per Variety. All we know is that it is “returning to the desert.”

Several famous faces can be spotted every year at the festival, including: Leonardo DiCaprio, Emma Roberts, Taylor Swift, Alexander Skarsgard, Vanessa Hudgens, Kate Bosworth, Jared Leto, Orlando Bloom, and more.

Find out more about the Coachella festival here and make sure to plan your exciting spring break trip ASAP!

ENRAGED METALLICA FANS TWEET OUT AGAINST THE "HORRIBLE" LIVE PERFORMANCE AT 2017 GRAMMYS

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On Sunday, the 59th annual Grammy Awards ceremony aired live on CBS from the Staples Center in Los Angeles.  Beyonce, Adele, and Bruno Mars all performed live.  The evening had several live mishaps including Adele who had a meltdown center stage and pleaded with the audience to let her start over during her tribute performance to the late great George Michael.  Yet, the real train wreck of the night was the collaboration between Metallica and Lady Gaga.  Metallica’s performance was eagerly awaited by fans after the band announced their appearance back in January, saying they had “something very unique and special planned.”

Gaga and Metallica performed Moth Into Flame together, but lead singer James Hetfield’s microphone did not work initially.  Hetfield could be seen mouthing the lyrics, but the audience could not hear his voice.  The audio mishap led Lady Gaga to share her mic with Hetfield, and the two worked hard to make-up for the mishap.  By the song’s second verse, Hetfield’s mic was back in working condition.

Afterwards, Hetfield appeared visibly upset by the audio mess-up and threw his guitar off the stage, where someone on the side managed to catch it.  Twitter user Troy Hughes caught the moment on camera:

A pissed off James Hetfield tosses his guitar 😡😡😡😡😡 #Metallica #GRAMMYs pic.twitter.com/6BXzFvnFZR

— Troy Hughes™ (@TommySledge) February 13, 2017

Actress and LGBTQ activist, Laverne Cox added to the mayhem when she initially introduced the highly anticipated rock performance and just threw it to Lady Gaga leaving out any mention of Metallica on stage.  Earlier today, Cox tweeted an apology:

I am so sorry to #Metallica and all their fans. I am told I didn't say their names during the intro. Love you Metallica. You Rock. #Grammys

— Laverne Cox (@Lavernecox) February 13, 2017

Fans were outraged with how Metallica’s Grammys performance played out.  Many took to Twitter to express their disdain at the technical issue and show their support of Metallica.  Fans anticipated how someone would be “getting fired,” and others insisted the Grammys should “get it together.”  THE WANNA has gathered the most entertaining reaction tweets below!

someone is FIRED!!! wtf... horrible audio engineers! #grammys #gaga #metallica

— trentonnn (@confessionkills) February 13, 2017

Someone just lost their job🙃 lol #GRAMMYs #LadyGaga #Metallica

— CODERED 🥀 (@codered9299) February 13, 2017

#CBS audio get it together !!! James mic is out!!! #Metallica #Grammys

— Chrissy Fontana-Hurd (@SoxGirl1512) February 13, 2017

Not introducing @Metallica and then not having the microphone on should be punishable by life in prison. #GRAMMYs

— Louis James (@LouisJamesMusic) February 13, 2017

the #Metallica sound tech guy right now #GRAMMYs pic.twitter.com/HhXIBKzfO1

— Kyle Maki (@Kyle_Maki) February 13, 2017

Someone's getting fired. You had one job. #metallica #GRAMMYs

— Cameron McPhail (@Cameron_McPhail) February 13, 2017

Come on #GRAMMYs! How could you do that to James Hetfield? First, @Lavernecox only introduces @ladygaga forgetting @Metallica, then broken 🎙

— Ana (@ana_lopezk) February 13, 2017

I think #Metallica is owed one huge apology #GRAMMYs

— Michelle Macdonald (@mdmacdonald167) February 13, 2017

Nice #Grammys. Don't bother remembering to turn a MICROPHONE on for #Metallica! Audio SHOULD be concern #1 for a MUSIC show

— Nash Overstreet (@NASHOVERSTREET) February 13, 2017

So #GRAMMYs promoted @Metallica in ads, but forgot to mention them,their song/album in scripted intro, & didn't have singers mic on? Insane!

— Eddie Trunk (@EddieTrunk) February 13, 2017

Umm #grammys you forgot to plug in Metallica

— Tommy McFLY (@TommyMcFLY) February 13, 2017

Mic guy after cutting off Adele's co-writer and screwing up the Gaga/Metallica performance #GRAMMYs pic.twitter.com/UXFx65VWVT

— Kasper (@KasperShow) February 13, 2017

Would've been the performance of the night if it was for James' mic mishap, still love @Metallica and @ladygaga. #GRAMMYs

— LaKeena McGee (@KeenaMcGee) February 13, 2017

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WHICH ARTISTS WILL BE INDUCTED INTO THE ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME IN APRIL 2017?

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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced the list of 2017 inductees on Tuesday.  The 2017 inductees are: Joan Baez, Electric Light Orchestra, Journey, Pearl Jam, Tupac Shakur and Yes.  The Award for Musical Excellence will go to Nile Rodgers of Chic.

A group of over 900 voters of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s online fan vote led to 2017’s chosen entertainers.

The 32nd annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held on April 7th at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY.  Ticketing info will be announced in January 2017.

The special exhibition for the 2017 inductees will be opened at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio on March 30th.  Check here for info on how to attend the exhibit and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame itself!

For the 2017 Induction Ceremony info and tickets, follow the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Twitter @rockhall and Instagram @rockhall, or check in with them on Facebook.

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CLINTON CELEBRATES HER 69TH BIRTHDAY, ON THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL IN SOUTH FLORIDA ALONGSIDE ADELE!

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Adele played a concert in Miami, Florida Tuesday night at the American Airlines Arena, where Hillary Clinton made a surprise appearance as an early birthday celebration.  Hillary spent all of Tuesday campaigning in south Florida.  Clinton had a packed schedule including, a Coconut Creek rally, her final Florida fundraiser in Pinecrest, and a stop at Univision’s Studios for an appearance on the El Gordo y la Flaca talk show.  Clinton’s supporters did not forget her birthday while she campaigned, though.  At the Coconut Creek rally, the crowd sang “Happy Birthday” to Hillary.  On the El Gordo y la Flaca talk show, Hillary was offered cookies and tequila shots.  She was also serenaded by singer Prince Royce, who had backup from a mariachi band.  After her special, but busy day, Hillary had the chance to unwind a little on the eve of her 69th birthday.  Hillary’s motorcade made a final stop at the American Airlines Arena, where Hillary attended Adele’s concert.

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It’s no secret that Hillary is a huge fan of Adele.  Hillary said that Adele was her, “go-to voice,” in a SiriusXM interview back in March.  Clinton also added, “I have such a huge admiration for her skills, her abilities and her personality.”

Adele returned the compliment at her Tuesday concert when she confidently endorsed Clinton.  Adele took a break from singing to say, “I am 100 percent for Hillary Clinton.  I love her, she’s amazing.”  It has not been confirmed whether or not Adele knew the Democratic nominee was in the audience.  Either way, Adele’s endorsement must have been a lovely birthday present for Hillary.

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Adele didn’t stop at her praise of Hillary, though.  The singer took the opportunity to urge concert-goers not to vote for Donald Trump.  Adele said, “I’ve got to be honest with you, I’m really glad I’m not an American at the moment, it’s hard work.”  She continued, “I wouldn’t know what to do, I mean I do know what to do - don't vote for him, that's all I'm saying.” 

Looks like Adele is officially on the #ImWithHer bandwagon!

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RUMER WILLIS "STAYS TRUE" TO HERSELF AS SHE HEADLINES A CABARET SHOW ACROSS THE COUNTRY

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Rumer Willis, the famous daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, is wise beyond her years.  A few years ago, The WANNA hung out with Rumer at the Miami International Film Festival, where she revealed to host Gina Giordan that her parents Bruce and Demi told her, “Stay true to yourself.”  Their parental advice stuck with the now 28-year old actress and singer.  She continues to pass on that wisdom to everyone around her.

Take Rumer’s little sis, Tallulah, for example.  The 22-year old recently posed for several racy photographs and found herself the target of online criticism.  Rumer gave her sister some advice about her own experience in the industry: “There’s always going to be people who don’t like you…There’s always going to be people that do.”  She added, “And if you’re just yourself, you’re going to get people who love you for who you are.”

Last year, Rumer took home the trophy for the 20th season of Dancing with the Stars.  In an interview with Huffington Post, Rumer spoke about her time on DWTS: “I was given the platform to just say, here’s who I am, and just take the time to get to know that.  If you still have your opinion after that, that’s fine.  But just get a chance to figure it out first.”  For Rumer, being true to herself is just second nature.

So what’s next for the talented 28-year old?  Rumer starts her U.S. Cabaret tour, called, “Over the Love,” on October 25th.  The idea to go on a cabaret tour came about when Rumer performed at The Carlyle Hotel in Manhattan back in April.  Rumer dished about her time onstage at The Carlyle: “In a certain way, you're getting to have a conversation with the audience. I think that intimate settings like that, where people are really coming to listen to the music, is incredible. There aren't many spots like that anymore.”  Rumer loved the intimate feel so much, that she decided to tour the U.S. in a cabaret-style show at various small venues.  “Over the Love” involves Rumer telling the audience stories, and performing songs from her favorite artists, such as Etta James, Billie Holiday, and Amy Winehouse.

Interested in seeing this talented lady perform up close and personal?  Check out Rumer’s “Over the Love” Cabaret tour info and dates here.

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THE CHAINSMOKERS OFFER TO BUY LADY GAGA A DRINK AFTER TWITTER FEUD

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Another week, another celebrity Twitter feud to report.  In this episode, Lady Gaga threw some serious shade at The Chainsmokers after they dissed her music.

In a recent Rolling Stone interview, The Chainsmokers were asked about Gaga’s single, “Perfect Illusion.”  Member Alex Pall answered, “It sucks.”  He followed up with, "A lot of talented people worked on that song. But...,” scrunching up his nose to show his dislike.

Several days later, Lady Gaga tweeted her comeback:

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The Chainsmokers responded to Gaga’s sassy tweet in an interview with NME.  First, they offered to buy her a drink the next time they see her.  Pall then praised Gaga, saying, “She killed that tweet, it was such a response from her. I love banter, and that was such a clever, witty response. 10/10.”  He added: “It was just my opinion, which I thought nobody would give a shit about. She can have that victory, I hope her album does incredibly well.”

Thankfully, The Chainsmokers vs. Lady Gaga feud was pretty short-lived and tame.  We hope she takes them up on that drink offer soon!

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WHICH A-LIST CELEBS PERFORMED LIVE TO HELP RAISE FUNDS AND SUPPORT TEAM HILLARY?

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Monday, October 17th, Hollywood A-list came out to sing and dance, in hopes to help raise funds for Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign.  The star-studded Clinton fundraiser concert was held at the St. James Theatre in New York City.  Fans that couldn't snag a ticket to the concert tuned into Clinton's YouTube and Facebook pages which streamed the event live!  The night turned into a Hollywood who's, who event with several big time celebs who all said, "I'm with her!" including: Neil Patrick Harris, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Angela Bassett, Billy Crystal, Hugh Jackman, Anne Hathaway, Julia Roberts, Emily Blunt, Ansel Elgort and Sarah Jessica Parker.

The WANNA voted and delivered the best moments of the night below!  Drum roll please....

Lin-Manuel Miranda Reworks Hamilton Song

At a Hillary Clinton benefit fundraiser on Monday night, celebrities from Hollywood and Broadway joined forces to support the Democratic presidential nominee. Broadway's biggest star, Lin-Manuel Miranda, took the stage to sing "Ten Duel Commandments," one of his hit songs from his musical Hamilton, but he personalized the song for Hillary Clinton.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, creator and star of hit play Hamilton, rapped about Clinton and the importance of voting in a rewritten version of the song, "The World Was Wide Enough."  One memorable lyric goes, “Anybody here wanna shatter a glass ceiling?”

Bill Clinton Surprise Appearance

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Bill Clinton made a surprise appearance at the fundraiser in support of his wife, which brought the crowd to a standing ovation.  He spoke to the audience about Hillary, saying, “She is the single best change-maker that I have ever known…She will make you proud.”

Neil Patrick Harris Throws It Back

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Neil Patrick Harris reprised his Tony-winning role in “Hedwig and the Angry Inch.”  He sang the song, “The Origin of Love” with a troupe of backup ballet dancers, which presented a beautiful, moving spectacle.

Angela Bassett and Helen Mirren Speeches

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Taking a break from all the song and dance, Angela Bassett recited Sojourner Truth’s “Ain’t I A Woman?” speech, while Helen Mirren performed a speech from Elizabeth Roosevelt.  Both A-listers called to mind the strength of women in our country’s past, as a salute to Hillary Clinton in her leadership role today.

Barbara Streisand “Phones In”

Barbara Streisand, one of the greatest singers of our time, lent her voice to the fundraiser, where she made introductions for the concert from Los Angeles.  She also appeared in a video for “Climb Every Mountain,” alongside Jamie Foxx.

And Of Course, Hillary Clinton’s Screen Appearance

Clinton herself could not make the fundraiser, but she did appear on screen in a good-humored segment.  She joked, “I auditioned for tonight's show and I wanted to sing with you, but Harvey and Jordan said I didn't make the cut,” in reference to the event’s producers, Harvey Weinstein and Jordan Roth.  She also said, “We’re in the final stretch of this campaign and we need your help to reach as many people as possible between now and election day.”

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THE SOULFUL LESLIE NUCHOW IS REBORN AND PERFORMING LIVE OCTOBER 8TH, IN NYC!

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It's been more than a decade since Brooklyn, singer-songwriter Leslie Nuchow's first album, Tenderland was released. The talented artist put her singing career on hold, when she became a mom.  Nuchow admitted while she was on a self induced hiatus, "I never thought I would find my creative self again."  Nuchow ultimately, did turn to writing once again... Unfortunately, it took a tragic life experience for Nuchow to connect with her creative self, a decade later.  "After my mom passed away, I locked myself in a room for a week and the music just kept pouring out of me."  Ultimately, Leslie's mom passing forced her to reconnect with her creative self.  Nuchow explained to THE WANNA,  "The creative process on this album was very cathartic for me."  Working through the pain actually unleashed an emotional storm inside Nuchow, that ignited a spiritual awakening and evolved into her latest album, Balm for Gilead.  

You can experience a slice of Nuchow's spiritual journey live next week!  It will be Nuchow's first live performance in front of an audience in years.  Nuchow will hit centerstage and perform live in NYC at Joe’s Pub, Saturday, October 8, @ 7 PM.  Celebrate the spiritual rebirth of Nuchow with the release of her new record, Balm for Gilead.  Listen to the full album here. 

Purchase tickets to Nuchow live in concert here, for $15.  Joe’s Pub doors open @ 6 pm and the show starts @ 7 pm.

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NEW YORKERS GET FESTIVE AND GO BACK IN TIME AT THE 90'S FESTIVAL 2016 ON GOVERNORS ISLAND!

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This past Saturday, 90s Fest 2016 hit Governors Island, NYC!  Nostalgic festival-goers were transported back in time to the 1990s era with music, games and Nickelodeon-themed spectacles.  Guests posed for selfies with the Rugrats as they got slimed and played Nickelodeon classic games including:  Legends of the Hidden Temple and Double Dare.  Several famous artists from the 90's rocked out live centerstage including:  Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Sugar Ray, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Pauly Shore and Sister Hazel! 

The festival was a totally awesome destination for 90's junkies to dress the part!  From retro band tee's, choker necklaces to babies decked out in 90's garb, the fans really kept the 90's spirit alive in 2016!

BEST DRESSED FANS AT 2016 90'S FEST INCLUDE:

This girl rocking a Nirvana tee:

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These girls channeling the Spice Girls:

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Wacky 90's accessories + Pokemon:

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Hip-riding flannel was a common theme:

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Can you spy the choker necklace?

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Overalls, anyone?

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And this girl, summing it all up in one sentence:

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2016 MTV VMAS: THE MORNING AFTER AND MOST TALKED ABOUT MOMENTS!

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The MTV Video Music Awards are guaranteed to be chock full of memorable moments each year.

Who could forget Miley’s twerk-fest in 2013, or Madonna and Britney’s makeout sesh in 2003?

The 2016 Awards are no different, and the morning after has everyone talking.

The WANNA has compiled a list of the most talked about moments from the show for you below!

Comedy duo, Key & Peele, used their alter-egos, @TheShamester and @LizardSheeple, to tweet the entire show.

Check out their opening monologue.

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Britney Spears brought a sexy performance of her new hit, “Make Me,” and G-Eazy’s, “Me, Myself & I.”

Britney Spears and G-Eazy perform "Make Me...," and "Me, Myself & I" live at the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards at Madison Square Garden in New York City. http://www.vevo.com/watch/USRV81600572

“The Final Five” (minus Gabby Douglas) couldn’t contain their excitement when meeting Beyonce. 

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Ryan Lochte got spoofed by Jimmy Fallon, and Michael Phelps totally loved it.

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Drake proclaimed that he is “in love” with “best friend,” Rihanna.

Drake honors Rihanna with the #MTV #VMA Vanguard Award. Check out more at the VMA News Hub: http://www.mtv.com/news/event/vmas/ Subscribe to MTV: http://goo.gl/NThuhC More from MTV: Official MTV Website: http://www.mtv.com/ Like MTV: https://www.facebook.com/MTV Follow MTV: https://twitter.com/MTV MTV Google+: http://goo.gl/OGY79b MTV on Tumblr: http://mtv.tumblr.com/ MTV Instagram: http://instagram.com/mtv MTV on Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/mtv/ #MTV is your destination for the hit series Wild 'N Out, Are You The One?, Scream, Teen Wolf, Teen Mom and much more!

Kanye West delivered an intense speech to discuss fame and of course, T-Swift.

Kanye West talks fame, Kim Kardashian, Taylor Swift, and influence on the #VMA stage. Check out more at the VMA News Hub: http://www.mtv.com/news/event/vmas/ Subscribe to MTV: http://goo.gl/NThuhC More from MTV: Official MTV Website: http://www.mtv.com/ Like MTV: https://www.facebook.com/MTV Follow MTV: https://twitter.com/MTV MTV Google+: http://goo.gl/OGY79b MTV on Tumblr: http://mtv.tumblr.com/ MTV Instagram: http://instagram.com/mtv MTV on Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/mtv/ #MTV is your destination for the hit series Wild 'N Out, Are You The One?, Scream, Teen Wolf, Teen Mom and much more!

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THIS WEEK... NYC INDIE ROCK BAND, SWEET CYANIDE HITS THE ROAD TO HEAD OUT WEST AND ROCK THE GREAT BIG CHIP!

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Sweet Cyanide @ Sturgis Buffalo Chip 2015

With a new album hot off the press and some branded merch in tow, NYC indie rock band, SWEET CYANIDE is packing up to head across country and rock out at the 35th annual Buffalo Chip Music Festival with Buckcherry & Pop Evil. 

It's an annual tradition for Sal and the boys who have made the trip every summer since 2009.  Lead singer and guitarist, Sal Scoca said, "There is nothing like performing live at the Chip.  Most amazing crowd of people and we all have something in common, we still love rock music!"

Scoca told us there is one part of the trip the band isn't looking forward to, "Traveling across country every summer is always an exciting challenge!  With no fail, whether we fly or take a bus from New York to South Dakota, there's always something that comes up," said Sal.  

In 2010, the band made their way out West, performing live, two shows a day for ten days straight.  After their last live performance at the Chip with Def Leppard, they loaded up and headed back east in their RV.  Unfortunately, the band only made it about 200 miles and the RV broke down.  The band and crew were stranded for 3 days with no way to get home.  "It was like that John Candy movie, 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles.'  We had no way to get home.  Our RV was dead."  Eventually, days later, the band was able to hitch rides and fly home safely but Scoca admitted, "No food or bathroom for a few days was harsh."  In 2014, the band thought they learned their lesson and decided to fly across country.  Yet, the day before they were supposed to open at the Chip for Motley Crue and Alice Cooper, their United Airlines flight was delayed and the boys were literally stranded at the Chicago airport overnight.  "We were forced to sleep on the airport floor.  We didn't think we were gonna make it to perform live with Motley.  We actually missed the sound check and literally went from the airport, to the van to the main stage.  That was still a great show."  

This year Sweet Cyanide plans to fly again but, this time Sal says, "We plan to arrive a few days before and travel on Delta.  As long as we land safely, that's key."    

If you can't make it to Sturgis next week to experience Sweet Cyanide live, you can plan a trip to NYC later this year.  "We plan to announce some upcoming performances in NYC and Brooklyn."  

Support INDIE ROCK MUSIC!  Go to iTunes right now and buy Sweet Cyanide's new album, "Songs From The Stardust Road."

Sweet Cyanide's latest music released earlier this month, is a concept album.  Scoca shared, "We hope rock fans will take the time to listen to Stardust Road from start to finish.  It's intended to be a musical experience," says Scoca.  The Wanna's fav tracks on the album include:  "Solitude," "Zero Hour" and "New Illusions."

We wish Sal and the band a safe trip out West and an awesome set of shows this season!  

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WANNA GUESS HOW MUCH IT WILL COST YA TO PARTY WITH 50 CENT "IN DA" HAMPTONS?

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 Thank goodness Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, is officially moving forward from his 2015 bankruptcy dilemma and back on the celebrity scene.

The rapper/actor is currently a co-executive producer and re-occurring character Kanan, on the Starz series, "Power."  50 Cent just announced this month, that he has a superhero-themed series in development with The Starz network titled, “Tomorrow, Today."

Despite Jackson's recent bankruptcy woes, he is still considered a successful business entrepreneur.  In 2007, 50 Cent was the richest rapper in hip-hop, behind Jay Z.   In 2014, Jackson announced he was part owner of, Effen Vodka produced in the Netherlands.  He currently endorses the product via his live concert performances and social media platforms.  50 Cent also promotes Effen Vodka by making appearances around the globe and this weekend he is scheduled to hit da Hamptons!

That's right, the famous rap artist is hosting a big event, "50 Cents Effen Hamptons Party!"  You will find Fifty "in da club" this Friday, August 5, 2016, at AM Southampton.  

Question is, "How much will it cost to party with 50 Cent?"  

General admissions tickets will set you back $50 bucks and include entry into the venue where 50 Cent is set to perform live.  

For $2000.00 dollars you and seven of your closest friends will get an actual seat at a table, some where inside the club.  

For $5000.00 thousand dollars ($400 per person) you and eleven of your friends will get the ultimate VIP experience which includes a table near 50 Cent, 4 bottles of Effen Vodka and 5 bottles of house champagne.  Proximity almost guarantees an autograph and a few memorable celebrity selfie-shots.  Imagine...you, Effen Vodka and 50 Cent?  Isn't this exactly the kind of networking experience you told your parents you would acquire on a summer internship in NYC?  

If partying late night in da club isn't exactly your style, you still have a chance to hang with 50 Cent this weekend!  This Saturday evening, 50 Cent is also scheduled to attend an exclusive charity event.  Not a bad move on his part.  The rapper (who has since apologized) could use some good karma after his despicable "attack"  towards a 19 year old, Andrew Farrell, an airport janitor that suffers from autism.  

This Saturday, August 6, 2016, the charity event, "A Night Under The Stars" will take place at the Campbell Stables on West Pond Drive in Bridgehampton at 6pm.  The proceeds are set to benefit several worthy causes including:  Starkey Hearing Foundation, The Needlers Foundation & the Long Island Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependence (LICADD).  The event founder is Jason Zimmerman who initially partnered with friend and Executive Director of the Starkey Hearing Foundation, Brady Forseth.  Other notable guests scheduled to attend include:  Dacha Polanco (Orange is the New Black) and Verne Troyer (“Mini Me”).

If you wanna party Friday night at AM Southampton with 50 Cent, you can buy tickets HERE.

Buy tickets to the Bridgehampton Benefit, "A Night Under The Stars" HERE.

Make a donation to the Bridgethampton Benefit event HERE.

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M.I.A GETS DROPPED FROM AFROPUNK MUSIC FESTIVAL

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Have You Heard Of The Artist M.I.A.?  

No worries, some of us haven’t either… you may recognise her song, "Paper Planes." 

Point is, according to the upcoming AFROPUNK festival, M.I.A. is out!

Yes, the self described “multi-cultural festival,” is dropping M.I.A because the artist was busy running her mouth about Beyoncé, in an interview with Evening Standard Magazine.

M.I.A. Said, "‘It’s interesting that in America the problem you’re allowed to talk about is Black Lives Matter. It’s not a new thing to me — it’s what Lauryn Hill was saying in the 1990s, or Public Enemy in the 1980s. Is Beyoncé or Kendrick Lamar going to say Muslim Lives Matter? Or Syrian Lives Matter? Or this kid in Pakistan matters? That’s a more interesting question. And you cannot ask it on a song that’s on Apple, you cannot ask it on an American TV program, you cannot create that tag on Twitter, Michelle Obama is not going to hump you back.’

Clearly M.I.A.’s statements were going to piss someone off.   Question is who?

Initially her nasty comments to Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar and African American community (#muslimlivesmatter) offended fans and the AFROPUNK Festival came to M.I.A’s rescue by officially stating: “M.I.A will still perform at AFROPUNK London, and there is a huge amount of UK/ global talent still to be announced. We hope that this event also brings to light the experience of black Brits, immigrants and refugees in the UK, who are continuously erased.”

Now, 3 months later AFROPUNK has decided to give her the boot! This Saturday AFROPUNK released a statement on their social media stating; “After discussing the situation with the artist and the community, a decision was agreed upon by all involved that M.I.A will no longer headline AFROPUNK London.”

Twitter @afropunk

Based on M.I.A.’s offensive comments to all lives, cultures and Beyoncé, we suspect she will have to do some major clean up, before she performs on this side of the pond anytime soon...  

AFROPUNK Brooklyn, is August 27-28 and you can buy tickets here.

THE WANNA loves the idea of any multi-cultural event.  Bringing people together from all races and cultures— education is the key to a more peaceful world.  

Treat others as you wish to be treated and remember #alllivesmatter 

"YA KNOW YOU WANNA!" 

MUSIC YOU WANNA HEAR REVEALS THE BEST ROCK ALBUM OF THE YEAR!

SONGS FROM THE STARDUST ROAD HITS ITUNES & APPLE MUSIC TODAY!

www.stardustroad.com

At a time, when Hip-Hop is king, Country is cool, and Pop is a princess, real Rock & Roll might as well be the ugly step-sister.

Those days of stepping out in the East Village, to find a rock band performing live at a legendary venue on every corner, are long gone.  Both the venue and the bands are no where to be found.  Rock and roll institutions have been replaced by international clothing chains and drug store theme parks.

Yet, just when the future of rock appears bleak, one underground band surfaces with a new album, that injects a powerful surge of hope and inspiration into the world of music.

The New York, Bronx born band, SWEET CYANIDE released a new album today, SONGS FROM THE STARDUST ROAD.  Thirteen tracks, written and composed by SWEET CYANIDE’s front man, Sal Scoca.  The album is coming off of their 2012 rock radio hit, "IN MY WORLD" and 2014 rock radio hit, "BETTER AT GOODBYES." 

STARDUST ROAD is an unexpected yet, genius evolution from SWEET CYANIDE’S original aggressive, hard rock sound.  Each track on the new album delivers a distinctive mix of inventive electric modernity, layered between daringly clever lyrics that all culminate into a unique rock experience. 

STARDUST ROAD, has the power to change the way the world emotionally digests a group of songs released together at the same time, by offering fans a few different ways to experience the album.

Each song can stand alone as it’s own distinctive sound and experience.  Yet, if you listen closely to the lyrics from beginning to end, each track seamlessly flows from one scene to the next, ultimately revealing a captivating character and raw storyline.  But, make no mistake, the whole is not greater then the sum of it’s parts.  Just different.

The multi-level experience that STARDUST ROAD delivers fans, is what industry insiders would refer to as a, “concept album.”  The concept may have a thematic unity or artistic cohesiveness.  The group of songs may be unified by a theme, which can be instrumental, compositional, narrative, or lyrical. 

Most rock historians agree, the first concept album was by the Beatles' in 1967;  Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.  Other famous concept albums include:  The Who's Tommy in 1969, Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon in 1973 and the Eagles' Hotel California in 1977. 

Setting out to create a concept album is quite ambitious.  Writing a successful song is hard enough.  Now, imagine trying to create thirteen individual songs that offer double the pleasure?  Seems almost impossible to pull off. 

Seems impossible, but Scoca pulled it off.  STARDUST ROAD is a successful concept album. 

Yet, when we asked Scoca to share the concept, he said, “I don’t want the concept to over power or influence how someone interprets the sound.  The storyline is not up in your face.  It’s suggested.  Abstract enough so the listener still has the room to think and create a personal connection.  I guess when you create a concept that is the risk you take.”

It’s a risk that paid off for Scoca.  Tracks like New Illusions and Zero Hour are epic hits on their own and when you listen to the entire album, they weave an intense thought provoking story, that delivers both musically and lyrically.

Scoca said while he was in the trenches of creating the album he was listening to a lot of music from the late 70’s and early 80’s, “I kept going back and forth listening to Hall and Oates, Peter Gabriel and Bowie.” 

Sal also revealed, “Initially the concept of the album was inspired by Ziggy Stardust.  I always wondered to myself, what ever happened to Ziggy?  What if Ziggy was resurrected now, in the year 2016?  A time where the majority of society is obsessed with celebrities, fame and selfies.  Basically exploring the concept of…Are you chasing the dream or is the dream chasing you?”

You can form your own opinion and download the album which premieres on ITUNES today. 

You can also experience the album live.  SWEET CYANIDE plans to make their annual pilgrimage cross-country from NYC to South Dakota.  The band will be performing live on the main-stage at the 76th annual Sturgis Buffalo Chip Music Festival.  Sturgis is a real tradition for the band.  Past years SWEET CYANDIE has performed live and shared center-stage with Alice Cooper, Def Leppard, Cheap Trick, Five Finger Death Punch, and Motley Crue.  This year, Friday, August 12, 2016, the band will be performing live with Pop Evil and Buckcherry.  You can buy SWEET CYANIDE LIVE @ STURGIS tickets HERE.

Sweet Cyanide live on the mainstage at Sturgis. Until next year... Goto ITunes now and download their latest album out today, SONGS FROM THE STARDUST ROAD! WWW.STARDUSTROAD.COM

SONGS FROM THE STARDUST ROAD is Music You Wanna Hear! 

Log onto SWEETCYANIDE.com for live updates from the band and special CD and merch giveaways.

“Ya Know Ya Wanna!” 

STEVEN TYLER TALKS AEROSMITH FAREWELL TOUR, AND DENIES BAND BREAK UP RUMORS.

Zach Whitford Photography

Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler recently phoned in to Howard Stern’s radio show to promote his new solo album.  The album is titled, “We’re All Somebody From Somewhere.”  The album features singles, “Love Is Your Name,” and “Red White and You.”  Tyler’s album is set for release on July 15th.

Stern got Tyler talking about recent Aerosmith break-up rumors.  Eventually, Tyler revealed to Stern, “We’re doing a farewell tour, but only because it’s time.”  Tyler’s remark was met with audible gasps from Stern and crew.

Although it’s been in the headlines all week, Tyler never actually stated that the farewell tour meant the band is splitting up.  In fact, Tyler only had good things to say about his band mates.  Tyler told Stern, “I love this band, I really do.  I want to squash every thought that anybody might have about this, that the band’s over.”  When asked how long the farewell tour could last, Tyler responded, “Probably forever.”

You can listen to Tyler's radio interview with Howard Stern here.

THE WANNA Show recently interviewed Steven Tyler about his charity, Janie's Fund.  Be sure to check out the video here.

Ya Know You Wanna!

AEROSMITH FRONTMAN, STEVEN TYLER IS THE ULTIMATE FATHER FIGURE, THIS FATHER'S DAY!

ROCK ICON, SON, FATHER AND GRANDPA, STEVEN TYLER IS ALSO A FATHER FIGURE TO THOUSANDS THIS FATHERS DAY!  

Steven Tyler, Janie's Fund

Aerosmith front man, Steven Tyler has a lot to celebrate this Father’s Day!  He is a proud Grandpa twice over to Milo and Sailor.  A Dad to four children.  Son Taj.  Daughter’s Mia, Chelsea and Liv who is pregnant with her third child and due to give birth later this summer.  Yet, this Father’s Day is even more special for Tyler.  He is also a proud father figure to thousands of young girls! 

Tyler is the founder of a successful philanthropic initiative, Janie’s Fund.  The fund benefits Youth Villages, which is a national organization that provides services to help young girls overcome serious neglect and abuse.  Tyler gives a lot more to Janie’s Fund then just his name.

Recently, Janie’s Fund chose several young girls, who are current members of the Youth Villages organization from Tennessee, to go on a special trip to NYC!   These lucky ladies attended an exclusive event at Lavo restaurant and nightclub on E. 58th street, in midtown Manhattan.  The event honored Tyler and Janie’s Fund.  The evening was generously hosted by Dujour Magazine and CEO, Jason Binn.

Tyler made a grand entrance into the event. The rocker arrived in his beloved car, a Hennessy Venom GT.  Tyler stopped traffic when hundreds of photographers and fans gathered around him to catch a glimpse.  Tyler officially announced his “baby” is up for auction and all the proceeds will benefit Janie’s Fund.  You can bid on Tyler's car by clicking on this link HERE! 

THE WANNA host, Gina Glickman Giordan, had the opportunity to interview Tyler one on one at the recent event.  The Hall of Fame inductee talked to THE WANNA about giving back and revealed how he honors his own father, Victor Tallarico, on Father's Day.

Watch THE WANNA episode below, starring; Steven Tyler!  

This episode of THE WANNA is dedicated in loving memory to, Steven Tyler’s father, Victor Tallarico. 

To find out more information or how to donate to Janie’s Fund click HERE!

THE WANNA wishes you and your family, a Happy Father’s Day!

LADY GAGA HONORS THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGIC SHOOTING IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA!

Monday evening, pop star and longtime LGBT activist, Lady Gaga joined thousands of mourners in Los Angeles at City Hall, honoring the victims of the Pulse nightclub tragedy. 

Lady Gaga at L.A. Vigil. Twitter @ladygaga                   Photo by:  David McNew/Getty Images 

This past Monday evening, pop star and longtime LGBT activist, Lady Gaga joined thousands of mourners in Los Angeles at City Hall, honoring the victims of the Pulse nightclub tragedy. 

The iconic and outspoken performer gave an emotional speech and read off each of the names of the victims, while she fought back tears.  Gaga directed her words at the entire LGBT community and said, “I hope you know that myself and so many are your allies. Not only me, but everyone here. We represent the compassion and the loyalty of millions of people around the world that believe in you. You are not alone, you are not alone.” 

Lady Gaga at L.A. Vigil. Twitter @ladygaga  - Photo by:  David McNew/Getty Images 

In addition to Gaga's heartfelt speech at Monday’s vigil, she also posted on Instagram the photo below: 

Instagram @ladygaga

It’s no surprise to Gaga fans that she came out to support.  She’s been a long-standing advocate for the LGBT community for years.

In 2009, Gaga appeared on the cover of Out magazine and she used the cover interview as an opportunity to discuss her stance on LGBT culture.  Gaga revealed, “I very much want to inject gay culture into the mainstream.  It's not an underground tool for me. It's my whole life. So, I always sort of joke the real motivation is to just turn the world gay.”

In 2012, she created a video message and addressed Maine, Minnesota, Washington, and Maryland about the vote for marriage equality.  She says in the clip, “I just wanted to remind those of you who live in Maine, Minnesota, Washington, or Maryland that you can actually vote for marriage equality on the ballot this year,” using her fame as a popular musician to get the word out.  Check out the video here:

When the U.S. Supreme Court passed marriage equality in 2012, Gaga took to Twitter with a photo and captioned it, “#Lovewins over prejudice.”

Photo from Twitter @ladygaga

Gaga's Grammy nominated song, “Born This Way,” sends clear messages of acceptance and appreciation for the LGBT community.  “Born This Way” was the first top hit on Billboard charts to include the word “transgenders” in the lyrics.  

In March 2011, the pop star made a deal with Target stores in which she would only allow them an exclusive release of the Born This Way album if they ended dealings with anti-gay groups, and contributed to LGBT charities.  She stated, "Part of my deal with Target is that they have to start affiliating themselves with LGBT charity groups and begin to reform and make amends for the mistakes they've made in the past ... our relationship is hinged upon their reform in the company to support the gay community and to redeem the mistakes they've made supporting those [antigay] groups."

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MEET “THE NEXT TAYLOR SWIFT,” GRACE VANDERWAAL!

12 YEAR OLD GIRL AUDITIONS ON NBC’S AGT AND BECOMES OVERNIGHT SENSATION!  

SIMON COWELL PREDICTS GRACE IS, “THE NEXT TAYLOR SWIFT!”

Grace VanderWaal AGT Pre-Audition

Earlier this week, a stunned 12-year-old girl from Seffren NY, Grace VanderWaal, took a deep breath and slowly walked onto the stage for her big moment to wow the judges; Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Mel B and Howie Mandel on NBC's 11th season of, America’s Got Talent.  VanderWaal was sporting a blunt bob, bright yellow jeans with a classic ukulele wrapped around her back.

VanderWaal, appeared to be a typical cute, bit shy, young lady but, no-one would have guessed she was about to steal the show!

Once the Judges started to question VanderWaal, they were the ones who were shocked. VanderWaal portrayed an air of maturity and poise about her that was well beyond her twelve years of life.

Just before VanderWaal performed live, Cowell asked, “Do you believe that you can win?” VanderWaal replied, “I mean; miracles can happen. So, possibly!”  As soon as Grace started to sing and strum her ukulele the crowd was in awe.  

(WATCH THE PERFORMANCE HERE) 

Before VanderWaal finished the memorable audition the audience was on their feet with a standing ovation. Mandel had a huge smile on his face and told Grace, “You are a living, beautiful, walking miracle. I think the world is gonna your name.”  Then suddenly, Mandel hit the coveted golden buzzer, which took VanderWaal straight through to the “Live Shows.”  As VanderWaal stood their in shock she was showered with gold confetti and an adoring crowd. Cowell went on to tell VanderWaal she was “The Next Taylor Swift.”  Colin may not be far off!  At Grace’s age, Swift had just started to write her own songs and at 16 she released her debut album. VanderWaal just may be following in Taylor’s footsteps!   

Here are 5 Reasons why Grace VanderWaal may be the next Taylor Swift...

1) BOTH TAYLOR AND VANDERWAAL WRITE AND PERFORM ORIGINAL MUSIC! 

Oh never mind it’s just me - Grace VanderWaal Youtube Channel

Taylor Swift , Youtube Channel - "Taylor Swift Vevo”

2) VANDERWAAL RESEMBLES A MINI, SWIFT! 

Grave VanderWaal, NBC’s America’s Got Talent

Taylor Swift, Wireimage

3) BOTH TAYLOR AND VANDERWAAL ROCK THE GRANNY CHIC STYLE! 

Grave VanderWaal, NBC’s America’s Got Talent

Taylor Swift, InStyle

4) BOTH ARTISTS PLAY THE UKULELE! 

Grace VanderWaal Youtube Channel

Taylor-swift.tumblr - Taylor Swift

5) BOTH ARTISTS CONNECT WITH FANS! 

@GraceVanderWaal - Twitter

Taylor Swift

Grace is an overnight internet sensation! Just after her AGT Audition aired, VanderWaal’s YouTube channel jumped to 42k subscribers.  Vanderwaal's Twitter account gained 25k followers in the past few days and her Instagram account is almost 50k followers!  Even Rolling Stone contacted Ms. Vanderwaal for an exclusive interview!  

Post AGT performance, Mandel told Grace, "I think we found the biggest star in America’s Got Talent history."  NBC posted Grace's AGT audition and the video has already received more than 2 million views! 

THE WANNA SHOW will watch the AGT live finals to see if VanderWaal can follow up and win it all!  Will you be watching? 

"YA KNOW YOU WANNA!"

LOVE TO LOVE YOU, DONNA SUMMER...MUSIC YOU WANNA HEAR!

THE WANNA SHOW REMEMBERS THE WORLD FAMOUS DISCO QUEEN, DONNA SUMMER WHO PASSED AWAY 4 YEARS AGO, TODAY...

Gina Glickman Giordan and Donna Summer @WHBPAC July 27, 2008.  Photo by Barry Gordin

Disco legend, Donna Summer Sudano, passed away May 17, 2012 at 63 years old, reportedly of lung cancer which was not related to smoking but potentially caused by the dust and toxic aftermath of 9/11 in downtown Manhattan.  

THE WANNA host, Gina Glickman Giordan, had the honor of interviewing Summer just after she hit centerstage and performed live at the "Stamp Your Feet" tour at the West Hampton Beach Performing Arts Center (WHBPAC) in West Hampton, New York as part of WHBPAC 10th Anniversary season celebration, on July 27, 2008.   

Giordan shared, "I still remember Donna's performance that night, every single person at that sold out show was standing up and dancing!  Donna was unforgettable!  I remember as a kid playing her records, singing and dancing for hours with my cousin in her basement, in Dix Hills, Long Island."

That memorable performance at the WHBPAC, Summer sang several hits off of her latest album "Crayons." The album debuted at #17 on the Billboard Top 200 Chart making it Summer's highest debuting album ever. It also debuted at #5 on the Billboard R&B chart -- another personal best. "Crayons" was Donna's first album of all new studio material in 17 years and was her highest charting album since "She Works Hard For The Money" in 1983.

Today, four years after Summer's passing, we hope fans will celebrate the five time Grammy winning artist, by remembering Donna's loving spirit and playing her memorable music all day long!  

Join THE WANNA team and celebrate the QUEEN OF DISCO by blasting the soundtrack of the '70's, her award winning hits including; "Last Dance," ''Love to Love You Baby" and "Bad Girls!"

RIP Donna Summer, WE LOVE TO LOVE YOU, ALWAYS!

"Ya Know You Wanna!" 

AEROSMITH FRONTMAN, LEGENDARY SINGER/SONGWRITER, STEVEN TYLER IS GIVING AWAY HIS HARD CORE ROCKER IMAGE TO GO SOLO AND HELP ABUSED GIRLS IN NEED!

TONIGHT...MUSIC YOU WANNA HEAR!  

STEVEN TYLER'S FIRST SOLO PERFORMANCE AT LINCON CENTER!  

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Steven Tyler fans today is the day...Tonight, in NYC, you can witness the legendary iconic singer and songwriter, Steven Tyler perform live at his first solo concert at Lincoln Center with the help of Award-Winning Director, Brett Ratner to benefit Janie's Fund.  That's right, Tyler fans don't have to "Dream On" anymore, you can own Steven's beloved Hennessy Venom GT Spyder to be auctioned off tonight at his Lincoln Center, concert.

Tyler and NYPD in front of his Venom GT Spyder on 58th Street and Madison Avenue

Tyler's been in NYC since Saturday night, where he kicked off his fundraising festivities with Dujour Magazine and Dujour CEO, Jason Binn who hosted a rockin' event at Lavo in mid-town manhattan, in honor of Aerosmith frontman, Steven Tyler's "OUT ON A LIMB" first solo concert tonight at Lincoln Center to benefit his organization, Janie's Fund.

Upon arrival at the Dujour event, the legendary musician was ready to mingle, Tyler posed for one last round of pictures with his "baby" a Venom GT Spyder about to be auctioned off tonight to benefit Janie's Fund.  Several hundred fans and press gathered on the street to capture the monumental moment.  

A few NYPD officers and obvious fans just happened to be passing by and joked they would write him a ticket for being parked illegally.  Tyler happily posed with the officers for pictures and the crowd of guests and fans went wild.  

Tyler eventually brought the party inside where the rock icon posed for more pictures, talked to fans and addressed the entire room with a personal message,  "Janie's Fund changes lives!"  

In an exclusive interview with THE WANNA host, Gina Giordan,Tyler shared why he felt the timing was right to donate the car to Janie's Fund, Tyler explained, "I bought that car from John Hennessy  five years ago while I was doing (American) Idol and it's the fastest car in the world.  It's my baby but, I keep her in the parking lot of the Sunset Marquis in LA and i'm in Nashville doing a record and it just like kills me."

Just a few years ago, Tyler partnered with Youth Villages and created Janie's Fund to benefit abused young girls and women.  Youth Villages CEO, Patrick Lawler is hoping the car helps raise thousands when auctioned off tonight at Tylers benefit solo concert at Lincoln Center and said, "We hope it will raise a million.  Steven said when he wrote "Janie's Got A Gun" in 1989 that he got bounds of letters from young girls and women that had been horribly abused and he said that hearing their stories made him think I wanna do something to help young people.  He'd been looking for a charity for years when he learned about our work a couple of years ago.  He said I wanna support your organization and he's been involved with every aspect of it since."

Jennifer Rhodes is a bright, vibrant young woman that has grown up a part of the Youth Villages programs.  Rhodes is living proof Tyler and Janie's Fund have made a real impact on her life.  Rhodes who has met Tyler several times and was part of a group of girls who had dinner with the famous rocker earlier in the evening told us, "Steven is real with us!  And, I would not be here with out them helping me every step of the way!"

There is one person who is near and dear to Tyler that will not be there in person at his concert tonight, Steven's Father Pianist, Victor Tallarico who passed away, September 10, 2011.

Tallarico attended Columbia University and Juilliard was a beloved music teacher at Cardinal Spellman High School for more than 15+ years in Bronx, NY.  

Tyler admitted it means a lot when fans share their stories about this father, "A lot of people come up and say Victor Talarico taught me music.  It makes my heart feel good."

Tyler's father may not be there in person tonight to see his son's Lincoln Center solo performance, but Steven said he believes his Dad is always there in spirit, "He's up there watching.  He's loving it!" 

If you are reading this before 8pm EST, then you can still purchase tickets to Steven Tyler's "OUT ON A LIMB" benefit concert tonight at Lincoln Center and bid on Tyler's very own beloved Venom GT Spyder to benefit Janie's Fund.

For more info and how to donate to Janie's Fund, log onto Janiesfund.org.

If you can't 'make it tonight, Tyler is set to headline several upcoming solo performances to promote his upcoming country album.  You can catch him at LaconiaFest on June 15, 2016.  If all else fails, next year may be your last shot to witness Tyler in action.  Just be prepared it may be a Farewell tour for Tyler and the rest of the Aerosmith.  In a recent Rolling Stone interview, Tyler said, ""I'm doing 30 [solo] shows from May until August," Tyler told Rolling Stone. "And, then in 2017 we go out with Aerosmith. We're probably doing a farewell tour. Look, there's two bands that still have the original members, us and the Stones. I'm grateful for that. Whether we do a farewell tour or go into the studio and do another record, I'm just excited about it."

Be sure to tune into THE WANNA to catch Tyler's full interview and updates on Janie's Fund!

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"Ya Know Ya Wanna!" 

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