After decades of commanding stadiums with U2, Bono is now taking comfort in streaming and slow TV. In a revealing Esquire cover story, the 65-year-old rock legend shared how a near-fatal health scare led to an unexpected change in pace—and taste. Following a 2016 open-heart surgery to correct a dangerous aortic aneurysm, Bono says he […]
Category: Classic Rock
Iron Maiden Revives Rare Classics as ‘Run for Your Lives’ Tour Celebrates 50 Years of Metal
Iron Maiden is proving once again why they’re metal royalty. The legendary band launched their Run for Your Lives 50th anniversary tour with an electrifying opening night in Budapest, Hungary — and it was a nostalgic dream for die-hard fans. Pulling deep from their vault, the band resurrected nine songs that haven’t seen a stage […]
Billie Eilish Dominates the 2025 American Music Awards, Beyoncé and Eminem Shine Bright
The 2025 American Music Awards lit up Las Vegas with a dazzling night of performances, heartfelt tributes, and historic wins. Billie Eilish swept all seven of her nominated categories, including Artist of the Year and Album of the Year for Hit Me Hard and Soft. With wins for Song and Pop Song of the Year […]
Judas Priest Documentary Promises an Unfiltered Look at Metal Legends
Judas Priest is ready to bare it all—metal studs, leather, and legacy—in the upcoming documentary The Ballad of Judas Priest, set to be released by Sony Music Vision. Though a release date is yet to be announced, anticipation is already high for this no-holds-barred film, co-directed by rock historian Sam Dunn and Rage Against the […]
The Ivors 2025: U2, Springsteen, and Songwriting’s Next Generation Take Center Stage
The 70th Ivors with Amazon Music delivered an unforgettable night of lyrical brilliance, rock legends, and bold new voices, proving once again that the art of songwriting remains as urgent and inspiring as ever. In a ceremony brimming with star power, U2 joined the elite circle of Fellows of the Ivors Academy, marking 50 years […]
Rod Stewart to Receive Lifetime Achievement Honor at 2025 AMAs
Sir Rod Stewart is set to take center stage at the 2025 American Music Awards with a well-deserved Lifetime Achievement Award. The announcement, made Tuesday by CBS and Dick Clark Productions, marks a major moment for the 80-year-old rock icon, who will also deliver a special performance—his first at the AMAs in over two decades. […]
Grammy Hall of Fame Gala Honors Legends, Legacy, and Live Performances
The 2025 Grammy Hall of Fame Gala brought music royalty, heartfelt tributes, and powerful performances to the Beverly Hilton on May 17, as the Recording Academy inducted 13 iconic recordings into its prestigious Hall of Fame. Among the honored: Jay-Z’s Reasonable Doubt, Santana’s Supernatural, Cat Stevens’ Tea for the Tillerman, and Gloria Estefan’s infectious “Conga.” […]
Soundgarden’s Final Chapter? Ben Shepherd Hints at Unreleased Album with Chris Cornell
Eight years after the tragic loss of Chris Cornell, Soundgarden bassist Ben Shepherd has offered fans a poignant update—and a glimmer of hope. In an emotional tribute posted on May 17, Shepherd revealed that an unreleased Soundgarden track, “The Road Less Traveled,” co-written by Cornell and drummer Matt Cameron, still lingers in the vaults of […]
Steve Perry and Willie Nelson Reimagine “Faithfully” for Farm Aid’s 40th Anniversary
Two musical legends have joined forces for a heartfelt reimagining of a rock classic. Steve Perry and Willie Nelson have released a moving duet of Journey’s “Faithfully,” transforming the iconic power ballad into an acoustic tribute for a cause close to both artists’ hearts. Debuted on May 14, the stripped-down rendition marks a rare collaboration […]
Bruce Springsteen Blasts Trump Administration During Manchester Concert
Bruce Springsteen didn’t hold back during the opening night of his European tour in Manchester, using his platform to criticize U.S. President Donald Trump and his administration. Speaking passionately between songs, Springsteen described the current American leadership as “corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous,” drawing a stark contrast with the America he has long celebrated in his […]