Category: Classic Rock

U2’s Larry Mullen Jr. Opens Up About Dyscalculia Diagnosis and New Documentary

Larry Mullen Jr., drummer and co-founder of U2, has revealed his diagnosis with dyscalculia, a learning disability that affects his ability to process numbers and, crucially for a musician, to count bars of music. In a recent interview with Sunday Times Radio, the 63-year-old shared his struggles with numbers, a challenge that has accompanied him […]

The Story Behind Thunderclap Newman and Their Hit “Something in the Air”

Thunderclap Newman, a band brought together by Pete Townshend of The Who, may have been short-lived, but their influence and story endure. Known for their 1969 UK chart-topping anthem “Something in the Air,” the trio’s legacy has been revisited in a new book by Mark Ian Wilkerson, Hollywood Dream, the Thunderclap Newman Story, published by […]

Joan Jett and the Blackhearts Announce 2025 Las Vegas Residency

Get ready, rock fans! Joan Jett and the Blackhearts are heading to Las Vegas for a five-date residency at the House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. The iconic band, known for their chart-topping hits and electrifying performances, will take the stage in June 2025. Show Details The residency is set for the […]

Iron Maiden Welcomes New Drummer Simon Dawson as Nicko McBrain Steps Away from Touring

After more than four decades behind the drum kit for Iron Maiden, legendary percussionist Nicko McBrain has announced his retirement from touring. The announcement, made on December 7, followed McBrain’s final performance with the band at Allianz Parque in São Paulo, Brazil, during the conclusion of their Future Past Tour. Nicko McBrain Bids Farewell to […]

Guns N’ Roses Announce 2025 Europe and Middle East Tour

Rock legends Guns N’ Roses are heading back on the road in 2025 for a massive tour across Europe and the Middle East. The tour kicks off on May 23 at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and concludes on July 31 at Germany’s renowned Wacken Open Air music festival. Special Guests and Collaborations […]

Sean Ono Lennon Reflects on John Lennon’s Legacy and Yoko Ono’s Enduring Love

This week marks 44 years since John Lennon’s tragic death, and his son, Sean Ono Lennon, is opening up about how the loss continues to resonate with his family. In an interview with BBC Radio 6 Music, Sean revealed that Yoko Ono, now 91, still deeply mourns her late husband and speaks of him daily. […]

Billy Joel and Rod Stewart Announce Pittsburgh Concert in 2025

Two rock legends, Billy Joel and Rod Stewart, are set to team up once again for a major 2025 concert. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers will headline Pittsburgh’s Acrisure Stadium on July 5, promising an unforgettable night of classic hits and musical brilliance. Ticket Information Citi Presale: Begins Saturday, December 9, at 10 […]

Ice-T’s Diplomatic Feat: How He Brought Roger Waters and David Gilmour Together for Body Count’s “Comfortably Numb”

Ice-T is a man of many talents: rapper, actor, author, and now, an unexpected peacemaker. On The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon on Wednesday (Dec. 4), the gangsta rap pioneer shared the remarkable story of how he united two feuding rock legends, Roger Waters and David Gilmour of Pink Floyd, to secure a rare collaboration […]

Steely Dan to Reissue Katy Lied on Vinyl for the First Time in Over 40 Years

Steely Dan fans have reason to celebrate as the band’s iconic 1975 album, Katy Lied, is set to be reissued on vinyl for the first time in over four decades. The long-awaited release will arrive on January 31, 2025, offering listeners a fresh take on the classic record. A Classic Revisited Katy Lied, Steely Dan’s […]

AC/DC Announces First U.S. Tour in Nearly a Decade: 2025 Power Up North American Tour

Get ready to rock! AC/DC is officially returning to the U.S. for the first time in nine years with their 2025 Power Up North American Tour. The legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame®-inducted band will kick off their highly anticipated tour next spring, performing in 13 stadiums across North America, including a single Ohio […]