Category: Classic Rock

Is David Lee Roth Coming Out of Retirement?

Over the weekend, David Lee Roth alluded to coming out of “retirement” and plans to return to the stage with a “Van Halen” tribute band after performing in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Roth was the original vocalist of the hard rock band, which formed in the early ‘70s with late guitarist Eddie Van Halen, drummer […]

Depeche Mode’s Andy Fletcher – Dead at 60

It has been reported that Depeche Mode’s keyboardist Andy “Fletch” Fletcher has died. The iconic musician was 60 years old. Depeche Mode announced the death of founding member Fletcher on its official social media pages. “We are shocked and filled with overwhelming sadness with the untimely passing of our dear friend, family member and bandmate […]

Steven Tyler Checks into Rehab

It has been report that Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler has relapsed, and is entering a treatment facility. On Tuesday, May 24th, the band made the announcement revealing that its singer has voluntarily checked into a rehab facility following foot surgery. Because of this Aerosmith will no longer be going through with the June and July […]

Artist Profile: The Guess Who

The Guess Who is a Canadian rock band, formed in Winnipeg in 1962. Initially gaining recognition in Canada, the group found international success from the late 1960s through the mid-1970s primarily under the leadership of songwriters Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman (later of Bachman–Turner Overdrive) and recorded many hit singles, including “No Time”, “American Woman”, […]

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band Announce 2023 World Tour

Yes,  Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band Announce 2023 World Tour. But no, we do not have details of the US leg of the tour.  While the US legs is set to start in February 2023, those exact dates have yet to be announced.  Check back soon and we should have the rest of the […]

Ricky Gardiner, Guitarist for David Bowie and Iggy Pop, Dies at 73

It has just been revealed that Ricky Gardiner, an iconic guitarist for David Bowie and Iggy Pop, has passed away. The news was announced by Iggy Pop and producer Tony Visconti. “Dearest Ricky, lovely, lovely man, shirtless in your coveralls, nicest guy who ever played guitar. Thanks for the memories and the songs, rest eternal […]

Eric Clapton, Jimmie Vaughan Announce 2022 U.S. Shows

Eric Clapton has just announced that he will be hitting the road later this year with fellow guitarist Jimmie Vaughan in tow. The pair will begin their brief trek on September 8 in Columbus, Ohio, and wrap things up with two back-to-back Madison Square Garden shows in New York on September 18 and 19. Supporting […]

David Crosby Reveals He is “Too Old” to Continue Touring

In a recent interview, folk legend David Crosby revealed that he has officially retired from going out on the road. His last show took place in late 2019. “I’m too old to do it anymore,” he admitted. “I’m too old to do it anymore. I don’t have the stamina. I don’t have the strength.” The […]

Bono to Release “Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story” Autobiography

U2’s Bono has just announced the release of his upcoming autobiography, Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story. “Surrender is the story of one pilgrim’s lack of progress. . . With a fair amount of fun along the way,” the singer said in a statement. “When I started to write this book, I was hoping to draw in detail […]

Lynyrd Skynyrd Adds More Dates to 2022 Tour

Lynyrd Skynyrd has just announced the addition of 13 more dates to their 2022 Big Wheels Keep on Turnin’ Tour. The rockers embarked on their trek about a month ago and will continue until late September as they visit amphitheaters, fairs, and festivals across the United States. Don Felder, the Outlaws, and the Devon Allman […]