Many of the rock bands that helped define the 1970s are still touring today, yet many of them no longer include even a single founding member. That curious fact raises questions about identity, legacy and what it really means to be a “band” decades on. What started as a vehicle of creative energy and youthful […]
In the early 1990s, as grunge and alternative rock surged, one band emerged that garnered the respect not just of fans but of peers. Alice in Chains — known for their dark, textured riffs and haunting vocal harmonies — were singled out by Lars Ulrich of Metallica as something special: “the ’90s Black Sabbath,” he said. Ulrich explained that […]
Micky Dolenz, the last surviving member of the legendary 1960s pop‑rock group The Monkees, is preparing to lead a 60th‑anniversary celebration of the band next year, marking a remarkable chapter in music history. The Monkees began life as a made‑for‑television band in the mid‑1960s but evolved into bona fide pop‑rock hit‑makers. They were responsible for iconic songs […]
After more than four decades of rattling riffs, brass‑knuckled vocals and skidding drums, Megadeth is preparing to take its final bow. Led by founder and frontman Dave Mustaine, the band is set to release its self‑titled swan‑song album on January 23, 2026 — then embark on a farewell world tour that could stretch for three to five years. […]
Rock history will meet philanthropic ambition this coming November 23 in Nashville when former champion figure skater Scott Hamilton transforms the Bridgestone Arena into a hybrid spectacle of ice‑skating and stage‑rock. The show is part of his annual cancer‑research fundraising gala, and this year he’s gone big by assembling a one‑night “supergroup” of six lead singers drawn […]
Ace Frehley, the pioneering guitarist whose blazing riffs and “Spaceman” alter ego helped define the look and sound of Kiss, has died at the age of 74. He passed away on October 16 2025 in Morristown, New Jersey, after suffering blunt‑trauma head injuries from a fall. The official cause of death was confirmed by the Morris County Medical Examiner’s Office. From the Bronx […]
Cyndi Lauper, the vibrant and genre‑crossing pop icon of the 1980s, has been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, bringing with her decades of defining hits and unabashed flair. The ceremony in Cleveland saw Lauper introduced by Chappell Roan, who highlighted how Lauper’s work inspired her from childhood and opened the door for artists […]
After more than half a century in the spotlight, Journey are preparing to take their final bow on the road. The band has officially announced the Final Frontier Tour, a farewell trek across North America that begins in early 2026. Their plan is bold: roughly 60 dates from February through July, a brand‑new stage show and a […]
Longtime rock fans and industry insiders have received a bittersweet update as Paul Rodgers, the revered frontman of Bad Company, announced that he will not take part in his band’s induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The band is among the 2025 inductee class, yet Rodgers revealed that health considerations require him to step back from the ceremony. Rodgers […]
AC DC are gearing up for another major chapter in their storied career, announcing 21 fresh stadium dates for 2026 as part of their ongoing Power Up world tour. Kicking off in late February in São Paulo, Brazil, the trek will span major cities across South America before jumping into North America in July and wrapping in September. […]