Dee Snider, longtime lead singer of Twisted Sister, has directly addressed the swirling rumors about his health following his recent departure from the band and the cancellation of their much-anticipated 50th anniversary tour. The 70-year-old rocker reassured fans that he is not dying, despite speculation that followed the announcement that he was stepping back for […]
February 13th has seen a colorful cross-section of music history, filled with iconic debuts, strange roadblocks, and soulful tributes. In 1961, Frank Sinatra took the reins of his career by founding Reprise Records, a move that gave artists greater autonomy in an era of studio dominance. Four years later, Gary Lewis laid down “Count Me […]
After more than two decades as one of music’s most inventive acts, Gorillaz are finally heading to Studio 8H. The animated band will make its long-awaited Saturday Night Live debut on March 7, NBC confirmed Thursday. The episode will be hosted by Ryan Gosling, marking a notable first for the Damon Albarn-led project, which formed […]
February 12 stands as a jam-packed date in music history, spotlighting genre-defining moments and unexpected turns from some of the industry’s most iconic figures. In 1956, Screamin’ Jay Hawkins stepped into the studio to conjure “I Put a Spell on You,” a fiery blend of blues and theatricality that would leave an indelible mark on […]
February 11 has played host to a parade of pivotal music moments, spanning multiple decades and genres. In 1963, The Beatles hit Abbey Road Studios to lay down two of their most electric early tracks: the raucous “Twist & Shout” and the punchy “I Saw Her Standing There.” Just one year later, Beatlemania officially touched […]
Paul Thomas Anderson and Jonny Greenwood are pushing back against the unauthorized use of music from Phantom Thread in the documentary Melania, adding a creative rights dispute to the film’s already noisy release cycle. The pair say a piece of Greenwood’s score was included without proper consultation, an issue they argue runs afoul of the […]
Brad Arnold, the unmistakable voice behind 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with Stage 4 kidney cancer. The band confirmed that Arnold passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, surrounded by family and loved ones. Arnold was a founding member of 3 Doors Down, a Mississippi-born band […]
Godsmack has officially announced a major North American tour for 2026, setting the stage for one of the year’s most talked‑about rock showcases. The trek, titled The Rise of Rock World Tour, brings together an eclectic lineup of artists that span generations of rock fans. Joining Godsmack as special guests will be Stone Temple Pilots, […]
The 68th Grammy Awards delivered a night of milestones, cultural breakthroughs, and historic wins that reshaped expectations for music’s biggest stage. Kendrick Lamar emerged as the ceremony’s top titan, collecting five trophies including Record of the Year for “Luther,” a collaboration with SZA. With this sweep, Lamar claimed the title of the most awarded rapper […]
Tom Hamilton, the veteran bassist of legendary rock band Aerosmith, made a poignant stop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando late this month to take one last ride on the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith. Hamilton, now 74, was joined by members of his current group, Close Enemies, as he paid tribute to an […]