Credit: Jesse DitmarPatti Smith will take part in a special livestream event scheduled for September 4 at 9 p.m. ET that will feature her performing songs with longtime backing-band member Tony Shanahan and reading excerpts from her
RCA/Legacy RecordingsA new archival Elvis Presley box set focusing on the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s legendary marathon 1970 Nashville recording sessions with the famed “Nashville Cats” collective of studio musicians will be released as a four-CD
Credit: Kate IzorRoger Waters has once again teamed up remotely with his Us + Them tour backing band to create another socially distanced performance video. The new clip features renditions of back-to-back songs from Pink Floyd‘s classic
Scott Robert Ritchie; Trojan Jamaica/BMGRingo Starr contributes percussion to a new version of the late Bob Marley‘s classic song “Three Little Birds” by reggae veterans Toots and the Maytals that was released this week as a digital
ParlophoneA previously unreleased David Bowie concert album, Something in the Air (Live Paris 99), will be made available via streaming services on Friday, August 14. The album captures a October 14, 1999, performance that Bowie gave at
Clayton Call/RedfernsThis Sunday, August 9, marks the 25th anniversary of Grateful Dead frontman Jerry Garcia‘s death. The singer/guitarist, who passed away from heart failure at age 53 while in a drug-rehab facility, was the de facto leader
Denise Truscello/WireImageEver since Jon Bon Jovi and his son, Jesse Bongiovi, launched their line of rosé wine, Hampton Water, the pink drink has been universally praised by wine critics. But in a recent runoff of celebrity rosés,
earMUSICDeep Purple‘s 21st studio album, Whoosh!, gets its release today. The band’s longtime bassist, Roger Glover, tells ABC Audio that although the album was written and recorded last year, many of the songs’ themes seem particularly relevant
Courtesy of The Fest for Beatles Fans“Beatlefest” is going virtual! The 2020 Chicago-area edition of the annual Fest for Beatles Fans convention, scheduled to run from this Friday, August 7, through Sunday, August 9, will be an
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording AcademyIn May, Melissa Etheridge‘s son Beckett Cypher died at the age of 21 from causes related to opioid addiction. Now, Melissa’s opened up to Rolling Stone about coming to terms with that
The Prince Estate/Warner RecordsAs the September 25 release of the expanded version of Prince‘s 1987 double album Sign o’ the Times approaches, one of the many previously unheard tracks featured on the collection has now been made
Credit: Edward CookeThe official music video for The Rolling Stones‘ archival 1974 track “Scarlet,” which features musical contributions from Led Zeppelin‘s Jimmy Page and ex-Traffic/Blind Faith bassist Rick Grech, got its premiere today on the band’s YouTube
Reel Art PressA new official Queen coffee table book, featuring images that the British rock legends’ longtime official tour photographer Neal Preston shot of the band during its heyday, will be published in October. The book, titled
Courtesy of Eagle RockWith The Who having to postpone its 2020 tour plans because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the British rock legends are now preparing to treat fans to a new weekly YouTube series called “Join Together
Courtesy of UMeJust reminder that the official music video for the rare 1974 Rolling Stones track “Scarlet,” which features contributions from Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page and late Traffic/Blind Faith bassist Rick Grech, premieres today at 2
Courtesy of The Grateful DeadThe final weekly installment of The Grateful Dead‘s streaming concert series, “Shakedown Stream,” will premiere this Friday, August 7, at 8 p.m. ET on the band’s official YouTube channel. Prior to the event,
Sony MusicBilly Ocean has released another advanced track from his forthcoming studio album, One World, which will hit stores on September 4. The new song, “We Gotta Find Love,” is the first track on the album and
MJ Kim/MPL CommunicationsBruce Springsteen garnered much acclaim for his Springsteen on Broadway show that took place at an intimate New York theater and ran from October 2017 to December 2018, but Paul McCartney says he isn’t interested
Lisa TomasettiIn the ’70s, Helen Reddy topped the charts with hits like “I Am Woman,” “Angie Baby,” “You and Me Against the World,” “Delta Dawn,” “Ain’t No Way to Treat a Lady” and “Leave Me Alone (Ruby
Courtesy of Live Nation EntertainmentThe COVID-19 pandemic has poured some salt on Def Leppard‘s plans for the 20/20 Vision Tour, a joint fall U.S. trek with ZZ Top. According to a message from both bands, the outing
Lorne Thomson/RedfernsDuncan Campbell, lead singer of U.K. reggae band UB40‘s current lineup, was hospitalized recently after suffering a stroke. The group posted a message on its official Facebook page that Campbell, 62, “is already up and about,”
Credit: Bob FogertyJohn Fogerty has debuted yet another new video in the series of performance clips he’s been posting on his official YouTube channel during the COVID-19 pandemic featuring him playing various songs from his back catalog
Courtesy of Rogers & CowanGeorge Thorogood recently established the Marla Thorogood Memorial Fund for Ovarian Cancer Research as a way to honor his late wife, Marla, who died of the disease last year. To raise money for
Shout! FactoryAn archival concert film capturing The B-52s‘ full performance at the 1982 US Festival near San Bernardino, California, will be released on September 4 on DVD and digital platforms. The performance, which took place on the
Epiphany MusicAlanis Morissette’s new video for her song “Ablaze” is a family affair. The singer enlists her husband Mario “Souleye” Treadway and three young children for the clip, which was shot at their home. As Alanis sings,
Mary McCartney/MPL CommunicationsPaul McCartney has done an in-depth interview with the U.K. version of GQ magazine in which he reflects on being a member of The Beatles, his relationships with his band mates and how he’s been
Frederic REGLAIN/Gamma-Rapho via Getty ImagesThe upcoming Whitney Houston biopic has landed a studio, and a tentative release date. According to Deadline, Sony’s TriStar Pictures has won the bidding for I Wanna Dance with Somebody and is laying
Rhino EntertainmentAs The Doobie Bothers prepare to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in November, the band has announced plans to release a new box set featuring Blu-ray audio versions of four of
Jerritt Clark/Getty Images for Hampton WaterJust like his latest single says, Jon Bon Jovi can’t do what he does, so he’s doing what he can. This time, it’s an acoustic online concert to raise money for charity
Courtesy of Deniece Williams Over three decades later, Deniece Williams says she feels “honored” her empowering 1984 hit “Black Butterfly” still resonates with so many in today’s climate amid Black Lives Matter protests. “I am so honored that song has had
Blue Élan RecordsFounding Yes frontman Jon Anderson‘s latest solo studio album, 1000 Hands, got its official label release on Friday. Anderson tells ABC Audio that a highlight of the star-studded project was having Yes guitarist Steve Howe
Credit: Kate IzorEx-Pink Floyd singer/bassist Roger Waters took part in an online performance special this past Sunday called Our Voices Together that was presented by the Newport Folk Festival to raise money for musicians who have been
Courtesy of Sony Music EntertainmentThe first-ever official music video for the 1974 Redbone hit “Come and Get Your Love” premiered today on the band’s official YouTube channel. “Come and Get Your Love” peaked at #5 on the
Michael Hickey/Getty ImagesA variety of U.K. musicians, as well as several non-British artists including ex-Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora and Chic‘s Nile Rodgers, have signed an open letter condemning racism and calling out the rest of the
Jeff Vespa/VF12/WireImageTony Bennett is celebrating his 94th birthday today. In honor of the occasion, some of his famous pals took to Twitter with heartfelt birthday wishes for the legendary crooner using the hashtag #TheBestIsYetToCome. Elton John posted
Credit: Edward CookeAn official music video for the rare 1974 Rolling Stones track “Scarlet,” which features contributions from Led Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page and late Traffic/Blind Faith bassist Rick Grech, will premiere this Thursday, August 6, at
ABC/CRAIG SJODINElton John‘s given his two sons a nice distraction during quarantine: a pair of adorable doggies. On Instagram, he posted a picture of two German Shepherd puppies, with the caption, “Introducing the newest members of the
Wicked Cool RecordsThe Empty Hearts, the star-studded band that includes founding members of The Cars, Blondie and The Romantics, have released a fifth advance song from their forthcoming sophomore album, the aptly titled The Second Album, which
Thirty TigersHall & Oates member John Oates and his Americana side project The Good Road Band will release a new concert album, Live in Nashville, digitally and via streaming services on September 18. The album, which was
Reprise RecordsNeil Young has officially released his updated live acoustic version of his politically charged 2006 song “Lookin’ for a Leader.” The new rendition, which features lyrics that take aim at current U.S. president Donald Trump and
MPL/Capitol/UMeThe 13th and latest installment of Paul McCartney‘s ongoing Archive Collection reissue campaign, a remastered and expanded version of his 1997 album Flaming Pie, was released today. The reissue is available in multiple formats and configurations, including
Credit: Dove ShoreSheryl Crow has released a reimagined take on her 2012 B-side track, “Woman in the White House.” While the original song had a country twang, this new version contains rocking guitars and pounding drums. It
Cleopatra RecordsJethro Tull frontman Ian Anderson has lent his flute talents to a new version of the 1971 Badfinger hit “Day After Day,” which also features guitar by veteran English rocker Terry Reid and accompaniment from the
Sony LegacyAlan Parker, acclaimed British filmmaker whose many credits include the 1982 movie adaptation of Pink Floyd‘s concept album The Wall, died Friday after a lengthy illness, according to The Hollywood Reporter. He was 76. A versatile
Tim Whitby/Getty ImagesIn a wide-ranging, Hollywood Reporter oral history about the making of the groundbreaking 2000 movie X-Men — complete with backstage drama, lawsuits, and sexual abuse allegations against director Bryan Singer — was buried an interesting nugget: Michael Jackson tried to get himself to play
Sony Music EntertainmentAs part of her ongoing series of Friday releases commemorating the 30th anniversary of her debut album, Mariah Carey has dropped a bunch of nostalgic content featuring three hits from her second album: “Emotions,” “Make
Geffen/UMeGuns N’ Roses‘ Greatest Hits compilation will be available on vinyl for the first time on September 25. Originally released in 2004, the collection includes songs from GN’R’s massive 1987 debut Appetite for Destruction through their 1993
Es ParanzaEarlier this week, Robert Plant announced plans to issue a new career-spanning solo compilation titled Digging Deep: Subterranea on October 2, which features three previously unreleased tracks. Now, the Led Zeppelin singer has debuted one of
UMeJust in time for the Showtime premiere of their self-titled documentary tonight, The Go-Go’s have released their first new song in almost 20 years, “Club Zero,” which is available now as a digital single and via streaming
ABC/Eric McCandlessElton John‘s classic concert series, which he’s been hosting on his YouTube channel for the past few weeks, is wrapping up later in the day on Friday with a show that Elton calls “one of the
Blue Élan RecordsFounding Yes frontman Jon Anderson‘s latest solo album, 1000 Hands, gets its official label release today. To celebrate the star-studded record’s arrival, Anderson will host an exclusive livestreaming event this Sunday, August 2, at his
The Go-Go’s in 1981; Credit: Paul NatkinThe Go-Go’s, the new documentary about the famous all-female rock group of the same name, gets its television premiere tonight on Showtime at 9 p.m. ET. In conjunction with the film’s
Credit: Helena ChristensenU2 is known for supporting a variety of charitable efforts around the world, and now the Irish rockers have made a significant donation to help the live music industry in their homeland, which is suffering
Courtesy of Deniece WilliamsLegendary songbird Deniece Williams recently shared her new single, “When You Love Somebody,” from her upcoming album, Gemini. The groovy R&B track matches up perfectly with her soulful voice, but this would also be the song to turn her
Courtesy of Craft RecordingsR.E.M.‘s 1999 headlining performance at the U.K.’s famed Glastonbury Festival will be streamed globally via the band’s official YouTube channel starting next Thursday, August 6, at 3 p.m. ET. The free video stream of
ABC AudioIn a new post on her official Facebook page, Stevie Nicks shares a recent journal entry in which she implores people to wear masks and take action to help speed the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eagle Rock EntertainmentThe Rolling Stones will issue a previously unreleased 1989 concert film, Steel Wheels Live — Atlantic City, New Jersey, and companion album in multiple formats on September 25. The show, which took place in December
ABC/Craig SjodinElton John celebrated 30 years of sobriety this week and remarked on how far he’s come. “Reflecting on the most magical day having celebrated my 30th Sobriety Birthday,” the 73-year-old wrote in an Instagram post Wednesday.
Credit: Bob FogertyThere’s another installment in the series of performance videos John Fogerty has been posting on his official YouTube channel featuring the former Creedence Clearwater Revival frontman playing songs from his back catalog with three of
ABC AudioKinks guitarist Dave Davies‘ oldest son, Martin, has shared an update about a long-in-the-works documentary called Strangers that focuses on Dave’s return to touring and making music after suffering a debilitating stroke in 2004. In a
BMGA new Slade compilation titled Cum On Feel the Hitz, featuring all of the singles that the veteran U.K. glam-rock band issued in its home country between 1970 and 1991, will be released on September 25. The
Courtesy of AXS TVA Tom Jones concert special that originally aired as an episode of the popular PBS performance series Soundstage will get its AXS TV premiere on Saturday, August 15, at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT.
Courtesy of Joe BonamassaFounding Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden and Cream lyricist Pete Brown are among the artists who collaborated with Joe Bonamassa on the acclaimed blues guitarist’s upcoming studio album, Royal Tea, which will be released on
RhinoThe late Lou Reed‘s critically acclaimed, popular 1989 album New York will be reissued as a deluxe, expanded multiple-disc set on September 25. New York is Reed’s only studio effort to be certified gold for sales of
Gary Miller/Getty ImagesGuns N’ Roses has announced rescheduled dates for the band’s North American tour. The outing was originally scheduled to launch earlier this month, but was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It will now kick
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcpDespite undergoing surgery to fix her missing cartilage, Madonna revealed that she’s still suffering from the injuries she sustained while on her Madame X tour. The “Ray of Light” singer opened up on Monday about
Courtesy of Universal Tone ManagementCarlos Santana lent his guitar talents to eight songs from the upcoming solo album by his wife, Santana drummer Cindy Blackman Santana, Give the Drummer Some, which will be released on September 18.
Courtesy of Gabrielle’s Angel FoundationAn all-star lineup of legendary disco-era artists, including Chaka Khan, Gloria Gaynor, Patti LaBelle, Chic‘s Nile Rodgers and Sister Sledge‘s Kathy Sledge, will perform on the Virtual Disco Party online charity event scheduled
Credit: Judy TottonVeteran British rock band The Pretty Things will release a new studio album called Bare as Bone, Bright as Blood on September 25. The stripped-down, acoustic collection features the last recordings late frontman Phil May
Samir Hussein/WireImageThe Rolling Stones‘ Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, Aerosmith, John Mellencamp and over 50 other artists have signed an open letter asking that political campaigns seek consent from the recording artists and songwriters before using their
Alexandre Schneider/Getty ImagesOne of the singles on Bon Jovi‘s upcoming album is called “Do What You Can,” which urges people, “If you can’t do what you do/do what you can.” Now, Jon Bon Jovi is taking his
Entertainment OneFounding KISS lead guitarist Ace Frehley has unveiled full details about his new covers album, Origins Vol. 2, which will be released on September 18. A sequel to Frehley’s 2016 album Origins, the new collection features
Gonzo MultimediaRick Wakeman has released a new digital single from his latest solo album, The Red Planet, an eight-track instrumental prog-rock project that the longtime Yes keyboardist recorded with a group of musicians dubbed The English Rock
Credit: Leslie HallerThis week marks the 40th anniversary of the release of Caddyshack. The classic comedy started Kenny Loggins‘ reputation as the “soundtrack king” of the ’80s, thanks to his hit “I’m Alright” and three other songs
Credit: Jeremy WestbyDon McLean has some big plans lined up to mark the 50th anniversary of his signature song, “American Pie,” which was released in May 1971. A documentary titled The Day the Music Died: The Story
Credit: Stephanie CabralLate last year, Twisted Sister frontman Dee Snider claimed in a series of Twitter messages that he knew for sure that a rumored AC/DC reunion album was in the works. Now, Snider has shared a
Courtesy of The Quarantine All-StarsJourney‘s Jonathan Cain and ex-Allman Brothers Band member and longtime Rolling Stones touring keyboardist Chuck Leavell are featured in a new virtual video featuring a variety of musicians playing a lively new instrumental
Kevin Winter/Getty Images for NARASU2‘s Bono and The Edge took part in a concert special called Songs from an Empty Room that aired Saturday on Irish TV and featured the duo playing an unlikely acoustic cover of
Courtesy of Lollapalooza Lollapalooza has announced the details of the virtual event that will take the place of the 2020 festival, which was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The four-day online broadcast, dubbed Lolla2020, will run
Es ParanzaThe third season of Robert Plant‘s popular Digging Deep podcast series premieres today, and coinciding with the launch, the famed Led Zeppelin frontman has announced plans to release a new career-spanning solo compilation titled Digging Deep:
Courtesy of Rock and Roll Fantasy CampThree current members of Yes and Night Ranger singer/bassist Jack Blades are among the latest artists and music-biz figures who have signed on to host upcoming editions of Rock and Roll
Peter Green in 2004; Jo Hale/Getty ImagesTributes are pouring in from around the music world saluting founding Fleetwood Mac singer/guitarist Peter Green, who, according to his family, died “peacefully in his sleep” Saturday at age 73. Leading
Estate Of Keith Morris/Redferns Peter Green, co-founder of Fleetwood Mac and composer of classic songs as “Black Magic Woman,” “Oh Well” and “Albatross,” has died, according to the BBC. He was 73. A statement from his family’s
Scott Legato/Getty ImagesYes fans would love to see the band’s main surviving members reunite for a new tour or project, but guitarist Steve Howe, who leads the group’s current incarnation, says he doesn’t see it ever happening.
Courtesy of Peter NooneHerman’s Hermits frontman Peter Noone is scheduled to play a special socially distanced acoustic concert this Sunday, July 26, at Misquamicut Drive-In in Westerly, Rhode Island. The show will feature Noone performing as a
Courtesy of Rex FoundationThe family of late Grateful Dead frontman Jerry Gacia and the band’s Rex Foundation are launching a planned annual virtual event called Daze Between on August 1 that celebrates Garcia’s life and legacy. The
LGI Stock/Corbis/VCG via Getty ImagesA few weeks ago, Elton John‘s ex wife Renate Blauel sued the legendary musician. At the time, the details of the case weren’t made public, but now we know why she’s upset with
Courtesy of AC/DCAC/DC‘s legendary 1980 album Back in Black was released 40 years ago this Saturday, and to mark the milestone, an online celebration featuring a variety of well-known musicians is taking place today at Consequence of
RhinoA reimagined and remixed hip-hop version of Chicago‘s classic 1970 song “25 or 6 to 4” was released today as a digital single and via streaming services, 50 years after the arrival of the original song. “25
Cattle Track Road RecordsNils Lofgren will release a new two-CD live album called Weathered on August 21. The 16-track collection was recorded during the longtime E Street Band member’s 2019 solo tour in support of his latest
Shelter Music/BMGFormer Traffic singer/guitarist Dave Mason‘s star-studded remote remake of his classic 1968 “Feelin’ Alright” got its official release today digitally and via streaming services. Joining Mason on the recording, and in a companion video that’s viewable
Sony LegacyThis Saturday marks the 40th anniversary of the release of AC/DC‘s landmark 1980 album Back in Black — the best-selling hard-rock album in U.S. history. Reeling from the tragic death of their charismatic, gravel-voiced lead singer,
ABC/CRAIG SJODINElton John‘s fans are crazy for his new series of archival shows, which he has been making available on YouTube every Saturday. But they wanted more time to watch — so that’s what they’re getting. “The
RhinoOn September 4, Fleetwood Mac will release two multiple-disc collections delving into the band’s early years, before Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham joined the group. The first is Fleetwood Mac 1969-1974, an eight-CD box set featuring seven
BMG Patty Smyth, the voice behind hits like “The Warrior,” “Goodbye to You” and “Sometimes Love Just Ain’t Enough,” has been out of the spotlight for decades — but now she’s back. On October 9, the former
Randy Holmes/Walt Disney Television via Getty ImagesA recently launched charity auction benefiting the War Child UK organization is offering a variety of exciting prizes and experiences, including the chance to win two tickets to a 2021 Duran Duran
Island RecordsBon Jovi‘s new album will finally arrive this fall. After the release date was postponed and the band’s world tour was canceled, the album, titled 2020, will now be released October 2. It’s available for pre-order
Bay Street RecordsStewart Lindsey, the duo featuring Eurythmics member Dave Stewart and young Louisiana-based singer Thomas Lindsey, have just released their second studio album, Amitié (pr: ah-muh-tee-AY). Stewart offers gushing praise for Lindsey’s vocal abilities, telling ABC
Credit: Dave HoganMick Jagger took part in a BBC Radio interview this morning and helped introduce the exclusive radio premiere of the previously unreleased 1974 Rolling Stones track “Scarlet,” which features Led Zeppelin‘s Jimmy Page on guitar.
PRNewsfoto/Sony Music EntertainmentA new official Jimi Hendrix online store has been launched, AuthenticHendrix.com, marking the first time that a website has made available for purchase the late guitar legend’s music and audiovisual releases alongside his authorized merchandise.
UMeIf you ever wondered what The Rolling Stones would sound like if they had Jimmy Page playing guitar with them, you can find out now. The band has just released a previously unheard song called “Scarlet” that
Courtesy of Live Nation New EnglandJimmy Buffett and Jefferson Starship are among the artists that will be featured on The Fenway Sessions, a livestream event showcasing performances from the famed Boston ballpark that premieres today, July 22,
Courtesy of Entertainment Cruise Productions LLC The 2020 edition of The 80s Cruise, the star-studded nautical music festival featuring performances by a variety of stars from the early MTV era, took place just before the COVID-19 pandemic
Courtesy of Rogers & CowanLike so many artists, George Thorogood has been self-isolating because of the COVID-19 pandemic, and he and his band The Destroyers have canceled or postponed their 2020 tour dates. The veteran rocker, who
Courtesy of Wessex Auction RoomsA previously unheard 1966 demo recording by David Bowie is going up for bids this Friday, July 24, as part of a music memorabilia auction at Wessex Auction Rooms in Chippenham, U.K. The
Courtesy of CeekRingo’s Big Birthday Show, the star-studded special celebrating Ringo Starr‘s 80 birthday that first aired July 7 on the AXS TV network and Ringo’s YouTube channel, is now available for viewing via the Ceek Virtual
Courtesy of Shelter MusicFormer Traffic singer/guitarist Dave Mason has enlisted some famous musical friends to create a remote remake of his classic 1968 song “Feelin’ Alright” that will get its official release this Friday, July 24, as
Courtesy of AXS TVQueen‘s Brian May and Heart‘s Nancy Wilson are among the famous musicians taking part in a new AXS TV concert special hosted by Extreme guitarist Nuno Bettencourt that premieres Monday, August 3, at 8
Sony LegacyWith this Saturday, July 25, marking the 40th anniversary of AC/DC‘s massively successful Back in Black album, the Australian rockers recently launched a YouTube video series looking at the story behind the making of the record.
Courtesy of Steve HunterSteve “The Deacon” Hunter, a respected rock guitarist who’s played on classic recordings by Alice Cooper, Lou Reed and Peter Gabriel, has launched a new jazz-flavored project called Café la Rouge that’s just released
Courtesy of Bruce SpringsteenThe latest installment of Bruce Springsteen‘s ongoing series of themed archival performance compilations is available now as a digital download and via select streaming services. The Live Series: Stripped Down features intimate acoustic renditions
Credit: Joan Levy HepburnFounding Blue Öyster Cult guitarist Joe Bouchard has released a second advance single from his forthcoming solo studio album Strange Legends, which hits stores July 31. The new track, “She’s a Legend,” is available
Keeping the Blues Alive RecordsRock ‘n’ roll and doo-wop legend Dion DiMucci celebrated his 81st birthday on Saturday, and to mark the occasion, various artists who collaborated with him on his new album, Blues with Friends, sent
Jabari JacobsPhillip Bailey, lead singer of the legendary funk and R&B group Earth, Wind & Fire, says it feels “weird” that he and his band mates haven’t physically been together due to COVID-19 social distancing rules. Instead, he looks
Craft RecordingsCreedence Clearwater Revival‘s chart-topping 1970 album Cosmo’s Factory was released 50 years ago this past week. Cosmo’s Factory was CCR’s most successful studio effort, spending nine consecutive weeks at no. 1 on the Billboard 200 and selling over four
Courtesy of BottleRock Napa ValleyPut the cork back in for the 2020 BottleRock Napa Valley festival. This year’s edition of the annual music and wine extravaganza held in Napa, California, has officially been canceled due to the
Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty ImagesThe Elton John: Classic Concert Series continues on Saturday with a 1989 show from Italy’s Arena Di Verona. As previously reported, Elton John is streaming these classic concerts to raise
RCA RecordsTina Turner recently teamed up with Norwegian DJ/producer Kygo for a brand-new version of her classic tune “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” and it’s finally here. The collaborators dropped a video for their new
Surfdog Records/BMGLast year, The Stray Cats celebrated their 40th anniversary by releasing their first new studio album in 15 years, the aptly titled 40, and mounting major reunion tour. Now, the famed rockabilly trio has unveiled plans
Theo Wargo/Getty Images for The Rock and Roll Hall of FameJon Bon Jovi is reportedly trading one Palm Beach mansion for another. According to The Real Deal, the musician sold a new oceanfront home he built in
Courtesy of Viper RecordsWorld Goes Round, a band made up of respected songwriters, singers and musicians who teamed up to make an album during the late 1980s that never got released, are finally issuing songs from the
Courtesy of Live NationDaryl Hall & John Oates have rescheduled their 2020 tour with special guest Squeeze. The trek, which was to have started in May, has been pushed back to next year. The new dates begin
MPL/Capitol/UMePaul McCartney has released a new digital EP, Beautiful Night, in conjunction with the upcoming deluxe reissue of his 1997 studio album Flaming Pie, which is scheduled to hit stores on July 31. The EP is a
Sony Music EntertainmentAs promised, Mariah Carey has launched the first piece of content in her #MC30 series celebrating the 30th anniversary of her self-titled debut album — and it’s quite the milestone. Mimi has dropped The Live
BMGThe Pretenders‘ latest studio album, Hate for Sale, hits stores today and is available on CD, on vinyl, digitally and via streaming services. Just in time for the 10-track collection’s arrival, the band has released a new
Columbia RecordsThis Sunday, July 19, marks the 40th anniversary of a big milestone in Billy Joel‘s career: His first-ever number-one hit — “It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me.” In keeping with Joel’s rebellious nature, the song
Courtesy of Dan BairdFounding Georgia Satellites frontman Dan Baird has teamed up with former Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers drummer Stan Lynch under the moniker The Chefs to cook up an instrumental album titled Heated & Treated,
Cleopatra RecordsWilliam Shatner has teamed up with the current lineup of Canned Heat for a new rendition of the veteran blues-rock band’s 1970 hit “Let’s Work Together” that’s available now as a digital single and via streaming
ParlophoneQueen has reached an impressive U.K. chart milestone with their 1981 Greatest Hits album. The compilation has become the third album ever to surpass 900 weeks on the country’s Official Albums Chart Top 100 tally. According to
St. Martin’s PressTalking Heads drummer Chris Frantz has penned a memoir called Remain In Love in which he discusses his experiences with his famous band and his long romantic and musical relationship with the group’s bassist, wife
Photo: Leland Bobbe/Hudson MusicIt’s unlikely that Billy Joel fans will ever get a tell-all book from the Piano Man, but now we’ve got the next best thing: a tell-all book from his longtime drummer, Liberty DeVitto. Liberty:
Courtesy of Little Kids RockA variety of music stars, including Steve Miller, Graham Nash, Joan Jett and Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, will be featured in a virtual benefit event for the Little Kids Rock Foundation, streaming
Columbia RecordsBack in June, Mariah Carey told fans that she was postponing the celebration of the 30th anniversary of her self-titled debut album due to the fight for social justice and Black Lives Matter. But now, it
Real WorldLater this year, Peter Gabriel will release four archival live albums as multiple-LP vinyl sets, three of which have never before been available on vinyl. The albums — Plays Live, Live in Athens 1987, Secret World
Courtesy of BMGA new cover of the classic 1971 T. Rex song “Jeepster” by Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Joan Jett, which will appear on the upcoming tribute album AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan
Courtesy of Asset Marketing ServicesA new series of collectible fine-silver coins featuring portraits of some of the all-time biggest music stars are available for purchase now at ModernCoinMart.com. The Legends of Music Collection features coins dedicated to
Courtesy of Sony Music Archives/BMG BooksFounding Byrds bassist Chris Hillman is releasing a new memoir called Time Between: My Life as a Byrd, Burrito Brother and Beyond that’s scheduled to be published on November 17. In recent interview
Sony LegacyAC/DC‘s hugely successful Back in Black album celebrates its 40th anniversary this month, and to mark the milestone, the Australian rockers have launched a new series of YouTube videos looking at the making of the record.
Courtesy of Universal Tone Management; Scott Dudelson/Getty Images for Red Light Management and Live NationCarlos Santana and Doors drummer John Densmore are among the musicians and artists that will be featured on upcoming episodes of a new
Credit: Erick Anderson Circle TV is honoring the life and legacy of Charlie Daniels with a special tribute airing on Sunday night. Circle, which also streams weekly episodes of the Grand Ole Opry, will devote its Sunday
Courtesy of Musician Treatment FoundationRock & Roll Hall of Famers Joan Jett & the Blackhearts and Elvis Costello are part of the lineup of a livestream concert to benefit the Musician Treatment Foundation, scheduled for this Saturday,
Paul Morigi/Getty Images for National GeographicFor the first time since her son’s tragic death, Melissa Etheridge is ready to open up about what she’s been through, and how she’s been coping. “Time does heal. It’s only been
Credit: Bob FogertySince early April, John Fogerty has been posting a series of performance videos on his official YouTube channel featuring him playing songs with three of his kids while sheltering at home because of the COVID-19
Kevin Winter/Getty Images for ABAIn a new interview with The New York Times, Van Halen frontman David Lee Roth suggests that, because of guitarist Eddie Van Halen‘s ongoing battle with cancer, the band may never tour again.
David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty ImagesTina Turner is teaming up with Norwegian DJ and producer Kygo for a brand-new version of her classic sng, “What’s Love Got to Do with It.” Kygo announced the news on Monday, writing,
Genesis PublicationsLed Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page‘s 2019 limited-edition coffee-table book Jimmy Page: The Anthology will get a wide release this October. In advance of the book’s arrival, Page is making available for purchase select images from the
Benjamin Keough and Lisa Marie Presley in 2010; Dave M. Benett/Getty ImagesLisa Marie Presley‘s agent confirmed on Sunday that the singer’s 27-year-old son, Benjamin Keough, has died. Keough was the grandson of the late rock legend Elvis Presley. According to Presley’s
Courtesy of Stella McCartney Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson is among the celebrities that took part in the 2020 edition of fashion designer Stella McCartney‘s Stellafest, an online event with the mission to support female empowerment and
Solomon N’Jie/Getty ImagesThirty-five years ago today — July 13th, 1985 — the landmark Live Aid charity concerts took place in London and Philadelphia, raising millions of dollars for African famine relief. Bob Geldof, frontman of The Boomtown
Sony Pictures ClassicsThe film The Burnt Orange Heresy, which features Mick Jagger in his first movie role in nearly 20 years, originally came out in March, right before the COVID-19 pandemic shut movie theaters down. Perhaps because
ABC/Image Group LAIt’s the end of the line for Darius Rucker and Beth Leonard‘s nearly 20-year marriage. The Hootie & the Blowfish frontman and sol country star announced on Saturday that he and his wife will divorce. Rucker penned the emotional letter on social
Credit: Rob Shanahan The premiere of Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson‘s much-anticipated Beatles documentary, The Beatles: Get Back, was recently pushed back from September 4 of this year to August 27, 2021, because of the
EdelDeep Purple has released a third track from their upcoming album, Whoosh. “Nothing At All,” now available for streaming and download, follows “Throw My Bones” and “Man Alive.” The album, the band’s 21st, was originally scheduled for
Z2 Comics/Grateful DeadThe Grateful Dead graphic novel Grateful Dead Origins was originally going to be released in April. It was then pushed to June, and now it’s coming out July 31. But you can get an advance
Deborah AndersonJon Anderson‘s new solo album, 1000 Hands, will be out July 31, and the Yes founding member has now released the fourth and final single from the project, “First Born Leaders.“ “‘First Born Leaders’ is about
Bob King/RedfernsOn Saturday at 12 p.m. ET, Elton John will present the second installment of his new Classic Concert Series on his official YouTube channel. Sydney Entertainment Centre Live In Australia 1986 captures a particularly memorable Elton
Jeff Fay Jefferson Starship is about to release its first original songs in 12 years — with some help from the members of the band’s most successful lineup. The group’s seven-track EP, Mother of the Sun, is
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for The Recording AcademyTo the surprise of likely no one, Aerosmith has postponed their 50th Anniversary concert at Boston’s Fenway Park, which was to have taken place on September 18. “Out of an abundance
Ray Di PietroLast month, Elvis Costello released a new song recorded in Helsinki, Finland called “No Flag,” and promised that the “next installment of the story” would arrive July 10. Well, it’s here. Costello has dropped a
Island RecordsEarlier this year, Jon Bon Jovi wrote a song called “Do What You Can,” inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, he’s written a new song, “American Reckoning,” inspired by the social justice movement sweeping the U.S.
Courtesy The ScorpionsThe Scorpions recently released a new single called “Sign of Hope,” an introspective ballad offering a message of comfort during the COVID-19 pandemic. Frontman Klaus Meine tells ABC Audio that he wrote the song while
Erica Echenberg/RedfernsIn this, his 75th birthday year, Bob Marley’s universal message of “One Love” will be used to raise money for UNICEF’s support of kids affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Members of Marley’s family, as well as
PRNewsfoto/MasterClassIf you’re still in lockdown, why not take up an instrument…like the drums? And why not let Queen of Percussion Sheila E. teach you how to play them? The former Prince collaborator has joined forces with MasterClass
Steve Granitz/WireImageSammy Hagar is still trying to unload a mansion he originally put up for sale in 2017 — and the price has been reduced. Hagar initially put the French chateau-style vacation getaway on the market for
ABC/CRAIG SJODINOne of the biggest takeaways from the COVID-19 pandemic has been how people of color are disproportionately affected. Now, Elton John‘s written an op-ed saying the same is true for HIV/AIDS — especially in the U.S.
Copperline Music GroupCarlos Santana‘s wife, Santana drummer Cindy Blackman Santana, has unveiled full details about her forthcoming solo album, Give the Drummer Some, which will be released on September 18. The 17-track collection will feature Cindy’s recently
Courtesy of The Grateful DeadThe Grateful Dead now has its own official podcast. Titled The Good Ol’ Grateful Deadcast, the weekly series launches today and promises to “explore the band’s enormous mythology in digestible chunks.” The first
Courtesy of John LodgeWhile in quarantine, musicians had to make the most of the tools they had at hand when it came to recording new material. In the case of John Lodge of the Moody Blues, that
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for God’s Love we DeliverBruce Springsteen wrote the title track of his 2002 album The Rising about the 9/11 terrorist attacks, but Heart‘s Nancy Wilson is finding it to be the perfect song for
Sikelia Productions/Courtesy of SHOWTIMEFormer New York Dolls frontman David Johansen, who found solo success in the 1980s with his lounge-singer alter ego Buster Poindexter, is the subject of an upcoming Showtime documentary that Martin Scorsese is co-directing.
UMe The Rolling Stones’ reissue campaign continues: A new multi-format release of 1973’s Goats Head Soup is due September 4 — with some surprises. The box set, deluxe CD and vinyl versions of the reissue will include
Credit: Cristina ArrigoniLongtime E Street Band member Nils Lofgren has revealed some interesting tidbits about a new album that Bruce Springsteen and the group have been preparing. Lofgren divulged the information while taking part in a newly
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for dcpIt seems Madonna has long been anti-Donald Trump, even before he was president. According to Business Insider, a new tell-all book written by Trump’s niece Mary Trump reveals the Queen of Pop once
Credit: Scott Robert RitchieRingo Starr celebrated his 80th birthday on Tuesday by hosting a star-studded special called Ringo’s Big Birthday Show that aired on his YouTube channel and the AXS TV network. In addition to the show,
BET/Nathan BolsterSinqua Walls plays a young, enthusiastic, yet troubled Don Cornelius on the hit BET series American Soul. Last season chronicled the late legendary host and producer’s relentless effort to establish Soul Train as one of the most prominent television shows for African-American culture in the early
Credit: dhlovelifeNeil Young recently tweeted that he was “not OK” with President Donald Trump playing a couple of the folk-rock legend’s songs at his July 3 rally at South Dakota’s Mount Rushmore. Now Young has again asked
Courtesy of Rock & Roll Hall of FameAfter postponing its 2020 induction ceremony because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced that this year’s live event will be replaced by an
Joe Porcaro in 1998; Robert Knight Archive/RedfernsJoe Porcaro, an acclaimed jazz drummer and percussionist whose three sons — Jeff, Steve and Mike — were members of Toto, died Monday at the age 90. Porcaro’s surviving son, Steve,
Credit: Erick Anderson Charlie Daniels will be laid to rest on Friday. According to the Tennesean, a funeral service for the country and Southern rock icon will be held at World Outreach Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, on Friday at
Wicked Cool RecordsSupergroup The Empty Hearts, which includes founding members of The Cars, Blondie and The Romantics, has released two new songs — “The World’s Gone Insane” and “The Best That I Can” — which will appear
Michael Tullberg/Getty ImagesRingo Starr turned 80 on Tuesday, and while the COVID-19 pandemic kept him from playing live or hosting his usual annual public “Peace and Love” birthday celebration, the legendary Beatles drummer made do with an hour-long special called Ringo Starr’s Big
Courtesy of Rock and Roll Fantasy CampA new series of artists and music-biz figures have signed on to host upcoming editions of Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp’s recently launched series of “Masterclass” virtual tutorials, among them Night
Credit: Ron KochThe Eagles‘, Cheap Trick‘s and Sammy Hagar‘s touring companies are among the entities that received loans through the U.S. government’s Paycheck Protection Program, or PPP, to support businesses in continuing to pay and employ their
Lester Cohen Archive/WireImageJohnny Depp is currently suing the U.K. tabloid The Sun and his estranged wife Amber Heard for libel, but in the course of the first day of testimony, Elton John‘s name came up. According to
Credit: Jason PowellStyx‘s Tommy Shaw has teamed up remotely with the members of the Cleveland-based Contemporary Youth Orchestra for a special video performance of his band’s classic 1977 tune “Fooling Yourself (The Angry Young Man)” that premiered
Fred Duval/FilmMagicAs Ringo Starr celebrates his 80th birthday today, many of his famous musical friends and admirers have been sending Happy Birthday messages and tributes via their social media. Starr’s pal and former Beatles band mate Paul
Courtesy of Live NationREO Speedwagon frontman Kevin Cronin is featured chatting via Zoom with his band’s longtime production manager, Michael Richter, in a new episode of Live Nation’s YouTube series Backstage with Crew Nation. The series helps
Kevin Winter/Getty Images for dcpMadonna is feeling better after surgery, it seems. Never the one to shy away from showing off her body, the artist treated fans to a topless photo on Monday. The “Ray of Light” singer struck a
Credit: Scott Robert RitchieWould you believe Ringo Starr turns 80 today?! The legendary drummer became one of the most famous and beloved musicians on the planet after joining The Beatles in 1962, and went on to enjoy
Experience Hendrix L.L.C./Strax Networks Inc.A special augmented-reality presentation of Jimi Hendrix‘s classic performance of “The Star Spangled Banner” was released to coincide with the July 4th holiday and in support of the Black Lives Matter campaign. The
David Wolff – Patrick/RedfernsLongtime Motörhead and current Scorpions drummer Mikkey Dee has revealed that he was diagnosed with, and has since recovered from, COVID-19. “I did get Corona and was sick for about 1 month,” Dee writes
Credit: Rob ShanahanIn advance of his 80th birthday tomorrow, July 7, Ringo Starr has revealed that during the mid-1970s, The Beatles turned down an extremely lucrative offer to reunite because they weren’t happy that the event’s opening
Erick AndersonCountry Music Hall of Famer Charlie Daniels died unexpectedly Monday morning, according to his publicist. The 83-year-old suffered a hemorrhagic stroke, according to doctors at Summit Medical Center in Hermitage, Tennessee. Born in 1936 in Wilmington, North Carolina,
ABC/CRAIG SJODINElton John has already been honored by his home country of the U.K. with a postage stamp; now, he’s getting a commemorative coin to boot. The coin, now available online, features an image of Elton’s ’80s-era
Gabriel Olsen/Getty ImagesNearly a month after The Pointer Sisters’ Bonnie Pointer passed away on June 8 at the age of 69, her cause of death has been revealed. Pointer died of cardiopulmonary arrest, according to a copy of the death
Mark Horton/Getty ImagesA lot is apparently happening in the world of Axl Rose at the moment. Over the holiday weekend, the Guns N’ Roses frontman tweeted that United States Surgeon General Jerome Adams should resign. “Jerome Adams
Courtesy of Montreux Jazz FestivalThe 2020 edition of Switzerland’s famous Montreux Jazz Festival was to have kicked off this past Friday, but the event was canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In its place, the organizers have
Photo: Scott Robert Ritchie; Design: UMeLast week, Ringo Starr announced plans for a special star-studded concert event celebrating his 80th birthday this Tuesday, July 7, that will be streamed on his YouTube channel, and now news about
DHLoveLifeNeil Young has regularly expressed his dislike for President Donald Trump, and he’s among the several artists who have asked the President to stop play their music at his rallies. That didn’t stop the Trump campaign from
Courtesy of Storic MediaAlice Cooper, Peter Frampton and ex-Eagles guitarist Don Felder are among the many artists slated to take part in Rock for Relief, a star-studded streaming event airing tonight at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT
David Gilmour Music Ltd./Columbia RecordsLongtime Pink Floyd singer/guitarist David Gilmour has released his new solo song “Yes, I Have Ghosts” as a digital single and via streaming services. The track previously was only available as part of
Courtesy of nugs.tvOn March 10, the surviving members of The Allman Brothers Band‘s final lineup got together under the moniker The Brothers to celebrate the group’s 50th anniversary with a reunion concert at New York’s Madison Square
David Redfern/Redferns; Columbia RecordsLike millions of others, COVID-19 has likely put a damper on your July 4 plans, but at least there’s still music. To that end, YouTube has ranked the Top 25 songs that saw new
Courtesy of Gonzo MultimediaFormer Yes keyboardist Rick Wakeman is asking fans to visit his YouTube channel on Friday, July 3, to watch him do a special magic trick. The presentation happens to coincides with the official wide
Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Dick Clark ProductionsFor the past 25 years, fans have been waiting for Alanis Morissette to confirm exactly who inspired some of her songs, especially “You Oughta Know.” But even though the Canadian star
Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic for Bonnaroo Arts and Music FestivalFormer Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer has released a new song featuring one half of the band’s original lineup. The track, which Klinghoffer recorded under his solo moniker
Bettman/Getty ImagesPlans have been unveiled for a new biopic about late Beatles manager Brian Epstein called Midas Man that will be directed by Grammy-winning film and video director Jonas Akerlund. Variety reports the movie is expected to
ABC/Heidi GutmanAfter over a month off, Billie Joe Armstrong has brought back his “No Fun Mondays” covers series with a performance of the 1971 John Lennon protest song “Gimme Some Truth.” As the Green Day frontman explains,
Mary McCartney/MPL Communications; J.RosePaul McCartney, The Rolling Stones and Rod Stewart are are among the 1,500 people and groups who’ve signed a letter asking the U.K. government to support the live music industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The
Michael Kovac/Getty Images for EJAF; ABC/Lou RoccoSmokey Robinson and Alanis Morissette are among the music artists taking part in a new series of audiobooks from the Audible company dubbed Words & Music, said to offer “original musical
Grateful Dead Productions In advance of the the July 10 arrival of 50th anniversary reissue of The Grateful Dead‘s classic 1970 album Workingman’s Dead, the band has made available to streaming services an expansive collection of unreleased
Courtesy of Rhino/Scheme EngineCoinciding with the holiday weekend, a new Eagles concert film titled Live from The Forum MMXVIII will premiere on ESPN this Sunday, July 5, at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. The movie features performances
Courtesy of the Orbison FamilyA few months ago, Eagles guitarist Joe Walsh took part in an impromptu jam session with the late Roy Orbison‘s four-year-old grandson, Roy Orbison III. The two performed Walsh’s classic song “Rocky Mountain
CNNPat Benatar, Kenny Loggins, Carlos Santana, Don McLean, The O’Jays and Barry Manilow are among the stars that will be featured performing this Saturday on the four-hour CNN special The Fourth in America. Pat and Carlos will
Norman SeeffSince we can’t mark Independence Day by going out and enjoying live music, James Taylor is bringing the celebration right to your laptop or phone. On July 4, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer is
Credit: dhlovelifeAfter playing for a bunch of chickens and ducks in his barnyard in the fifth installment of his “Fireside Sessions” series of performance videos, Neil Young‘s sixth and latest episode showcases the folk-rock legend playing songs
Gus Stewart/YouTubeLike seemingly every other artist, Elton John had to pause his tour due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But now he’s figured out a way to give fans the gift of live music, and raise money for
Rich Fury/Getty ImagesLenny Kravitz will chronicle his early life in his new book, Let Love Rule: A Memoir, named after his 1989 debut album, Let Love Rule. On Tuesday, the Grammy-winning rock star took to Instagram to wish everyone well and to
UMeThe Go-Go’s will release their first new song in almost 20 years, “Club Zero,” on Friday, July 31, one day before their new self-titled documentary gets its TV debut on Showtime. The punk-influenced tune, which you can
Greenwich Entertainment The new documentary Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind, which takes an in-depth and candid look at the life of Canadian folk-rock legend Gordon Lightfoot, will be released digitally on August 21 and
Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagicIn her new Facebook Watch series, Unfiltered: Paris Jackson & Gabriel Glenn, Paris Jackson opened up about her sexuality and revealed that her father, the late King of Pop Michael Jackson seemed to have her figured out before she did. “My dad
Credit: Scott Robert RitchieYesterday, Ringo Starr announced plans to celebrate his 80th birthday on Tuesday, July 7, with a concert special called Ringo’s Big Birthday Show featuring Paul McCartney, Joe Walsh and other stars that will stream
Wicked Cool/UMeE Street Band guitarist “Little Steven” Van Zandt will release a 10-CD/three-DVD version of his massive RockNRoll Rebel — The Early Work box set on July 31 exclusively at uDiscoverMusic.com. The original version of the box
L-R: Elton John, Bernie Taupin, ABC/Rick RowellNext year, when stars stand onstage clutching their Oscars and say that they’d like to “thank the Academy,” among the people they’ll be thanking are Elton John lyricist Bernie Taupin and
Courtesy of Ringo StarrRingo Starr will celebrate his 80th birthday next Tuesday, July 7, with a little help from his musical friends and a star-studded charity concert special called Ringo’s Big Birthday Show that will air on
Credit: Dave HoganThe COVID-19 pandemic has given Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood more time to focus on one of his other passions, his art, and now a new exhibition of the veteran rocker’s work is scheduled to
Polydor Records/Universal Music CanadaThe 2020 edition of the Juno Awards, Canada’s equivalent of the Grammys, was presented on Monday during a virtual ceremony after the original March ceremony was canceled, and Bryan Adams was among the winners.
ABC/Image Group LAAs Pride 2020 comes to a close, Paula Abdul is sending the celebratory month off with a special remake of her music video “Will You Marry Me“, comprised of wedding and engagement footage from her dedicated
Cleopatra EntertainmentStreet Survivors: The True Story of the Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash, the new biopic about the tragic 1977 accident that killed Lynyrd Skynyrd frontman Ronnie Van Zant and several other people, gets released today as a
Credit: Ed GregoryGoo Goo Dolls are releasing a deluxe edition of their 2019 album Miracle Pill on July 10. Putting out a deluxe edition of an album ahead of a summer tour is common, but the band’s
The Left Banke circa 1967, Tom Finn on right; Michael Ochs Archives/Getty ImagesTom Finn, founding bassist and backing singer of the 1960s baroque-pop act The Left Banke, died Saturday, June 27, after suffering from poor health for
MGMJennifer Hudson wowed during the 2020 BET Awards on Sunday night, in more ways than one. First, the 38-year-old American Idol alum delivered a tribute performance of Aretha Franklin‘s 1972 hit, “Young, Gifted, and Black,” for the virtual awards show. Then
Columbia RecordsAfter debuting at the top of the U.K. Official Albums Chart, Bob Dylan‘s new studio album, Rough and Rowdy Ways, has now bowed at #2 on the Billboard 200. This makes the 79-year-old folk-rock legend the
Eshuni RecordsEric Clapton is featured on a new single by acclaimed Cuban-born Latin-jazz percussion player and singer Pedrito Martinez titled “Yo Si Quiero” that’s available now as a digital download and via streaming services. Clapton contributes a
Michael Ochs Archives/Getty ImagesBenny Mardones, the singer-songwriter who scored a top-20 hit two times during the 1980s with the soulful ballad “Into the Night,” died Monday at his home in Menefee, California, at age 73 from complications
Credit: Dave HoganThe Rolling Stones are hoping to get some satisfaction in their quest to stop President Donald Trump from playing their classic song “You Can’t Always Get What You Want” at his political rallies. The British rock legends’ legal team has
Capitol/UMeIn December 1972, Neil Diamond released his celebrated double-live album Hot August Night, recorded at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, and over the years he’s put out four other live albums that could be considered sequels.
Columbia RecordsBob Dylan‘s new studio album, Rough and Rowdy Ways, has muscled its way to #1 on the U.K. albums chart after its first week of release. The 79-year-old folk-rock legend becomes the oldest male solo artist
Warner RecordsGoo Goo Dolls‘ 2019 album Miracle Pill is getting the deluxe reissue treatment next month. The album, due July 10, includes three previously unreleased tracks: “Just a Man,” “Tonight, Together” and “The Right Track.” “Just a
Credit: Leslie HasslerKenny Loggins is doing a pay-per-view livestream concert this Sunday at 10 p.m. ET, live from the historic Lobero Theatre in his home of Santa Barbara, California. While he’s been avoiding these types of performances
ParlophoneA David Bowie concert album titled Ouvrez Le Chien [OOV-ray luh shYEN] (Live Dallas ’95) — featuring a previously unreleased performance from the rock legend’s tour in support of his Outside album — is hitting streaming services
Scott Dudelson/Getty ImagesThis Sunday at 4 p.m. ET, Richard Marx is playing live, and you’ll be able to watch from your own home. Called Front Row Seat: Live from Your House, the pay-per-view event will be just
Warner MusicTom Petty‘s family has released the original home recording version of the late rock legend’s 1994 hit “You Don’t Know How It Feels” as a digital single and via streaming services. The studio version of the
LGI Stock/Corbis/VCG via Getty ImagesCasual fans of Elton John may not be aware that prior to marrying his current partner, David Furnish, he was married to a woman — who is now taking legal action against him.
Win McNamee/Getty ImagesIt’s been over 30 years since Madonna released her controversial music video for “Like a Prayer,” which was swiftly condemned for its depiction of religious and racial imagery. Now, she says her controversial video is more
Courtesy of Justice Comes AliveGrateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh and his Terrapin Family Band are among more than 50 artists set to take part in an all-day virtual benefit concert called Justice Comes Alive, this Sunday, June
Eagle Rock EntertainmentThe newly restored version of INXS‘ 1991 concert film Live Baby Live, which was screened in select North American theaters this past December, gets its home-video release in multiple formats today. The movie, which documents
Courtesy of Rock and Roll Fantasy CampSchool’s out for summer! Well, not quite: Alice Cooper has joined the growing list of rock stars who have signed on to host one of Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp’s recently
Courtesy of Kevin GodleyFounding 10cc member Kevin Godley will release his debut solo album, Muscle Memory, on December 17. The 11-track collection, which will be available on CD, on vinyl and digitally, is a collaborative project that
Myrna Suarez/Getty ImagesFor a veteran musician, having a young artist say you’ve been an influence on them has got to be an ego boost — but it’s probably even more of an ego boost when that young
The Prince Estate/Warner RecordsAn expanded, remastered version of Prince‘s 1987 double album Sign o’ the Times will be released in multiple configurations on September 25 as part of the late music legend’s ongoing catalog reissue campaign. Among
Credit: Jacob BlickenstaffGov’t Mule/ex-Allman Brothers Band member Warren Haynes will give a special live performance that will be available starting today at 3 p.m. ET at Rolling Stone‘s Instagram page as part of the magazine’s ongoing “In
ABC/ARTURO HOLMESSeveral months back, Elton John and Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness came together for an episode of Instagram’s #Advocates series to raise awareness for HIV/AIDS and discuss the stigma still surrounding the disease. It’s now
Rick Guest/Interscope RecordsThe Who was forced to postpone its planned 2020 tour dates when the COVID-19 pandemic struck, and while the rock legends already have rescheduled their U.K. concerts for next March, they’ve yet to announce when
Courtesy of Universal Tone ManagementCarlos Santana and his wife, Santana drummer Cindy Blackman Santana, have teamed up with jazz-fusion great John McLaughlin and acclaimed drummer/producer Narada Michael Walden on a new song inspired by the COVID-19 lockdown
Nathan Bolster/BETTonight, Darius McCrary will make his debut as the Godfather of Soul, James Brown, on BET’s American Soul. McCrary, who reveals he had the opportunity interact with Brown, tells ABC Audio that it was an amazing experience
Courtesy of Sony MusicWith video conferencing becoming a daily part of so many people’s lives since the COVID-19 lockdown, Sony Music has launched a new collection of background images that allows people to put themselves into their
ABCAfter celebrating Juneteenth, Stevie Wonder reflects on the current racial tensions in the world as he pushes for the Black Lives Matter movement to take action in an impassioned YouTube video, titled “The Universe Is Watching Us.” The legendary musician begins
BMGA new cover of T. Rex‘s memorable 1972 tune “Children of the Revolution” by pop star Kesha, which will appear on the upcoming tribute album AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan and T. Rex, has been
The Beatles with Stu Sutcliffe, right, circa 1960; Ellen Piel – K & K/RedfernsPaul McCartney took to his social media pages Tuesday to send out posthumous birthday wishes to his one-time Beatles band mate Stu Sutcliffe, who
Courtesy of St. Jude Children’s Research HospitalThe Romantics‘ Wally Palmar and Berlin frontwoman Teri Nunn are among the music artists taking part in a virtual concert to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The St. Jude Jam
Courtesy of SongAidJesse Colin Young recently teamed up with Steve Miller to record a new version of the classic peace anthem “Get Together” — Jesse’s old group The Youngbloods‘ signature song — which has been released as
Credit: Danielle St. LaurentBlondie, Journey and Aerosmith‘s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry are among many artists who’ve signed a letter to Congress in support of the Justice in Policing Act. The letter, which was obtained by Billboard,
Credit: Danny ClinchIn a new interview with The Atlantic magazine, Bruce Springsteen reflects on the current political and racial upheaval in the U.S. amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and discusses the thematic focus of his songs. Springsteen says
Blue Elan RecordsFounding Yes singer Jon Anderson‘s latest solo album, the star-studded 1000 Hands, will get its wide release on July 31. In advance of its arrival, an official video for one of its tracks, “WDMCF,” has
Live Nation EntertainmentAfter announcing last month that their 2020 summer tour would be postponed due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Matchbox Twenty has some good news for fans. The band has rescheduled its tour for summer 2021.
Michael Putland/Getty ImagesAfter seeing his colleagues Elton John and Queen singer Freddie Mercury smash it at the box office as the subjects of acclaimed movie biographies, Rod Stewart is reportedly getting in on the fun. The British
Credit: Kate IzorLast month, Roger Waters teamed up remotely with members of his touring band for a video performance of Pink Floyd‘s “Mother” that was posted online. Now he and the musicians have gotten together virtually again
Gonzo MultimediaDavid Essex, the Britsh pop-rock singer best known in the U.S. for his smash 1973 hit “Rock On,” has released a new studio album called Unplayed Hits that’s available now exclusively at his online store. The
Warner Bros.Peter Frampton and Heart guitarist Nancy Wilson will take part in a upcoming edition of the Origins podcast that will feature a reunion of the cast of the 2000 Cameron Crowe film Almost Famous in honor
Courtesy of The Royal MailQueen will be the third British music group ever to be honored with a set of stamps by U.K. postal agency The Royal Mail, following The Beatles in 2007 and Pink Floyd in
Stefan Hoederath/RedfernsDepeche Mode is streaming the group’s LiVE SPiRiTS concert film this week. LiVE SPiRiTS includes the never-before-seen full footage from Depeche Mode’s July 2018 shows in Berlin, which marked the final concerts the synth-pop trio played
Charles Eshelman/FilmMagicE Street Band drummer Max Weinberg got a special Father’s Day gift from his son Jay, who plays drums for the mask-wearing metal band Slipknot. In honor of his father, Jay laid down the beat for
Nela Koenig; Courtesy of Capital Concerts; Derek BlanksJohn Fogerty, The Temptations and Patti LaBelle are among the many stars taking part in the 40th anniversary edition of PBS’ annual Independence Day special A Capitol Fourth. This year,
Mark Horton/Getty Images for ABATom Petty may be gone, but his political opinions still stand. His estate on Saturday blasted President Donald Trump for playing his music at his rally without prior consent. The song in question was
Nightjar Productions Ltd.; Courtesy of Hard Rock InternationalQueen drummer Roger Taylor has released a new original solo song titled “Isolation” that we can only assume was inspired by life during the COVID-19 pandemic. Taylor played all of
Cleopatra RecordsThe soundtrack album for the new biopic Street Survivors: The True Story of the Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash will be released on Friday, June 26, as a CD, digitally and as a limited-edition LP pressed on
Cleopatra RecordsThe soundtrack album for the new biopic Street Survivors: The True Story of the Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash will be released on Friday, June 26, as a CD, digitally and as a limited-edition LP pressed on
Courtesy of Preservation HallPaul McCartney is among the music stars who performed during a virtual fundraising event for New Orleans’ famous Preservation Hall Jazz Band and the Preservation Hall Foundation that streamed live Saturday, and can be
Gems/Redferns/Getty ImagesToday, a never-before-heard solo version of Aretha Franklin‘s “Never Gonna Break My Faith” was released featuring background vocals from the Boys Choir of Harlem, to commemorate Juneteenth. The Grammy-winning song, which was co-written by Canadian rocker
Myriam Santos; Helen MaybanksUnited We Sing: A Grammy Salute to the Unsung Heroes, a TV special hosted by Harry Connick Jr. celebrating those on the front lines of the COVID-19 battle, airs this Sunday, June 21, at
All in WAHeart guitarist Nancy Wilson has hopped on the lineup for All in WA, a virtual benefit concert in support of COVID-19 relief in Washington State. Wilson, who grew up near Seattle, along with The Head and
Credit: Julie FogertyJohn Fogerty has teamed up again with three of his children — sons Tyler and Shane, and daughter Kelsy — for the latest in a series of performance videos, this one featuring a rendition of
Columbia RecordsBob Dylan‘s latest studio album, Rough and Rowdy Ways, got its release today. The 10-track collection is the lauded singer/songwriter’s first record featuring all-new original material since 2012’s Tempest. In a recent New York Times interview,
Credit: Kevin MazurBilly Joel, John Mellencamp, Daryl Hall and Cyndi Lauper are among hundreds of artists who’ve signed an open letter to Congress in support of independent music venues that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Courtesy of Lockn’Organizers of the Lockn’ Festival are treating fans to a free three-day virtual concert extravaganza dubbed Light from Lockn’ this weekend, which was when the 2020 fest originally was scheduled to take place, before it
Neal Preston © Queen Productions Ltd.The show must go on for Queen + Adam Lambert! The British rock legends and their current singer may have been forced to postpone the 2020 European leg of their Rhapsody trek
Credit: Criss CainHere’s wishing Ann Wilson a very happy 70th birthday. The Heart frontwoman has long been considered one of the most powerful singers in rock. The band, which also includes Wilson’s sister Nancy, began making its
Courtesy of Hollywood Chamber of CommerceThe Hollywood Walk of Fame’s Class of 2021 was announced Thursday, and among the recording artists set to have stars dedicated to them are “American Pie” singer/songwriter Don McLean, Rock & Roll
Courtesy of Dennis DeYoungDennis DeYoung angrily takes aim at the news media in his new song “With All Due Respect,” from his recently released studio album, 26 East, Volume 1. Now, the ex-Styx singer/keyboardist has debuted an
Leslie Hassler Kenny Loggins is experimenting with a new way to perform live for fans. The legendary singer/songwriter will do a pay-per-view livestream concert on June 28 at 10 p.m. ET, 7 p.m. PT, live from the
Gus Stewart/RedfernsA new song by Pink Floyd singer/guitarist David Gilmour called “Yes, I Have Ghosts” will premiere as part of the audiobook version of his wife Polly Samson‘s recently published novel, A Theatre for Dreamers, which will
ABC/Matt Stroshane; MassMOCAHow much would you pay for a personalized video serenade from Sting or Annie Lennox? You now have a chance to bid on them in a charity auction that Annie has organized to help raise
Polydor Records/Universal Music CanadaThe Juno Awards, Canada’s equivalent of the Grammys, were canceled back in March, but the nominated artists, which include Bryan Adams, at least will find out if they’re winners later this month. The Juno
Rhino/Warner RecordsAlanis Morissette’s latest album may have been pushed back, but she has a treat for fans coming next week. Alanis has announced that a digital deluxe version of her 1995 classic, Jagged Little Pill, will be
Live Nation Def Leppard and Mötley Crüe were supposed to kick off their Stadium Tour with Poison and Joan Jett & the Blackhearts this past Thursday night. While that’s not happening for COVID-19 reasons, we now know when
Courtesy of Greenwich EntertainmentR.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe and Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith are among the well-known musicians featured in the trailer for an upcoming documentary about Creem magazine. Titled Creem: America’s Only Rock ‘n’ Roll Magazine,
BMGA deluxe, expanded edition of Fleetwood Mac‘s 1969 album, Then Play On, will be released on CD and as a two-LP set pressed on 180-gram vinyl on September 18. The reissue, which can be pre-ordered now, will
Mary McCartney/MPL CommunicationsYou say it’s your birthday? It’s Paul McCartney‘s birthday too, and the legendary former Beatle turns 78 today. McCartney announced last week on a blog posted on animal-rights organization PETA’s website that his birthday wish
Credit: Danny ClinchBruce Springsteen‘s sixth installment of his semi-weekly show on his own satellite radio channel — dubbed From My Home to Yours — took place today, and The Boss began his DJ set by ripping into
