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. […]
On a recent stop of her U.S. tour, rising pop sensation PinkPantheress found herself on stage in Chicago in the midst of a moment that was unexpected, humorous and quintessentially one‐of‐a‐kind. Mid‑performance at the Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom, a fan handed the singer what turned out to be a bag containing a full rotisserie chicken. The moment paused […]
Donna Jean Godchaux‑MacKay, whose voice helped shape a pivotal era of American rock, died on November 2, 2025, at 78, after a protracted battle with cancer. Her family released a statement noting her warm spirit and requested privacy in their mourning. Born Donna Jean Thatcher in Florence, Alabama, she rose from humble roots in the storied Muscle Shoals recording scene, where […]
Carly Rae Jepsen is about to add a new chapter to her life and career — the pop hitmaker has announced she is expecting her first child with husband Cole M.G.N. After their intimate October wedding at New York’s legendary Chelsea Hotel, the couple shared the pregnancy news via a quietly joyful Instagram post featuring monochrome photos of Jepsen cradling […]
Ariana Grande has opted to celebrate the milestone of her sixth studio album with a meaningful musical gesture rather than a full‑on overhaul. Five years after the October 2020 release of her pop‑R&B album Positions, she has dropped a six‑song live EP titled Positions (Vevo Official Live Performances). This set revisits the album’s defining era via live recordings […]
John Lodge, a pivotal figure in the development of progressive rock through his long‑standing role as singer and bassist for the Moody Blues, has passed away at the age of 82. Lodge’s death, described by his family as “sudden and unexpected,” leaves a profound void in the genre and among fans worldwide. A native of Birmingham, […]
The upcoming reveal of the 2026 Grammy nominations is shaping up to be a bold moment for pop music, anchored by pop‑powerhouse stars taking the virtual stage. On November 7, 2025, at 8 a.m. PT/11 a.m. ET, the Recording Academy will livestream the official nominations announcement for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, with two front‑and‑center presenters: Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan. For Sabrina Carpenter, […]
Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham are opening a new chapter — of conversation, at least. In a recent appearance on the podcast Song Exploder, the two legendary rock figures revealed that they had spoken “last night,” marking what appears to be a thaw in a relationship long defined by artistic brilliance and personal turbulence. The conversation centered on […]
Bon Jovi’s Forever Tour is getting bigger and louder. After a triumphant return announcement that thrilled fans worldwide, the iconic rock band has added two more dates to its already sold-out Madison Square Garden run, bringing their total to six nights at the legendary New York venue. The newly added performances, scheduled for July 16 […]