Rick Astley Rolls Through Town

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In 1987, Rick Astley released the debut album Whenever You Need Somebody. Its first single, "Never Gonna Give You Up," spawned a number one hit the following year and decades later became one of the internet's most enduring memes: Rickrolling. Last month, Astley reissued his debut album, and he's currently on tour. He joins us to talk about his unique career. Astley will be in the NY/NJ/CT area for the following dates, on tour with New Kids on the Block, Salt-N-Pepa, and En Vogue: June 30 - UBS Arena - Elmont, NY July 1 - Mohegan Sun Arena - Uncasville, CT July 2 - Mohegan Sun Arena - Uncasville, CT July 3 - Hard Rock Live At Etess Arena - Atlantic City, NJ