REO Speedwagon has announced that the band will stop touring at the end of the year due to “irreconcilable differences” between bassist Bruce Hall and lead vocalist Kevin Cronin. The lineup, which includes guitarist Dave Amato, touring keyboardist Derek Hilland, and drummer Bryan Hitt, shared the news on their official site, explaining the circumstances leading […]
Every band usually has a grounded member who holds things together, but Led Zeppelin defied this norm. The band’s virtuosity was highlighted when a radio station held a national poll for the greatest vocalist, guitarist, drummer, and bassist. Remarkably, fans voted Led Zeppelin members as winners in all categories. Their collective talent brought a fresh […]
Despite being the only musician inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times, legendary guitarist Eric Clapton is far from impressed with the institution. In a recent interview with The Real Music Observer, Clapton criticized the Hall for excluding pivotal figures in rock and blues, calling it a “frat boys club.” Clapton’s […]
Rock icon Jon Bon Jovi stepped into a heroic role on Tuesday, September 10, when he helped save a distressed woman from the edge of the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge in Nashville. The 62-year-old singer, who was filming a music video nearby, spotted the woman on the bridge’s ledge and approached her with a companion. […]
Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young have unveiled previously unheard recordings from their historic September 20, 1969 concert at New York City’s Fillmore East. This show, part of their first tour, took place just a month after their iconic Woodstock performance. The live album, Live At The Fillmore East, 1969, is set for release on October […]
At 73, Judas Priest frontman Rob Halford has no intention of slowing down or stepping away from his legendary role as the “Metal God.” Despite their long career, the band continues to tour relentlessly and released their 19th studio album, Invincible Shield, this year. Halford remains passionate about performing and insists that as long as […]
Director Thom Zimny’s latest documentary, Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, is a grand, expansive look at Springsteen’s 2023-2024 world tour. More than just a concert film, it serves as a retrospective of the legendary musician’s career, blending music with themes of life, loss, and reflection. The film captures Springsteen’s first tour […]
Sting is gearing up to hit the road with his newly formed STING 3.0 power trio, and fans are in for a treat with fresh music added to the setlist. The legendary musician has released “I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart),” his first new song since his 2021 album, The Bridge. The energetic track, […]
Weezer has kicked off their “Voyage to the Blue Planet Tour” in honor of the 30th anniversary of their iconic self-titled debut, better known as The Blue Album. To mark the occasion, the band has announced an extensive deluxe reissue of the album, featuring 50 tracks, including never-before-released demos, live performances, and more. Set for […]
Journey’s co-headlining Summer Stadium Tour with Def Leppard and Steve Miller Band could easily have been named after one of their classic albums, Raised on Radio. Their concert at Phoenix’s Chase Field on Friday, Aug. 23, was a multi-generational celebration of rock hits that thrilled fans from start to finish. The night kicked off in […]