1960 – Dick Clark testified before a congressional committee investigating payola. He admitted that he had a financial interest in 27 percent of the records he played on his show in a period of 28 months. 1963 – The Beatles and the Rolling Stones met for the first time at the Crawdaddy Club in Richmond, […]
Linkin Park is poised to headline the UEFA Champions League Final Kick-Off Show presented by Pepsi on May 31, 2025, at Munich’s Allianz Arena. This performance marks the band’s return to the global stage, featuring new lead vocalist Emily Armstrong and showcasing their latest album, From Zero, their first release in seven years. In anticipation […]
The 36th annual Pollstar Awards, held at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, celebrated the live music industry’s top performers and contributors. Stevie Nicks was inducted into the Pollstar Hall of Fame, expressing gratitude to her fans and revealing plans for new autobiographical songs . Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” earned her the Major Tour of […]
Metallica launched the 2025 leg of their M72 World Tour with a powerful performance at the Sick New World Festival in Las Vegas on April 12. The show featured a dynamic setlist blending classics like “Creeping Death” and “Master of Puppets” with newer tracks such as “Lux Æterna” and “72 Seasons,” showcasing the band’s enduring […]
Swedish rock band Ghost has embarked on their most ambitious endeavor yet: the ‘Skeletour’ 2025, a world tour supporting their upcoming sixth studio album, Skeletá, set for release on April 25. The tour commenced on April 15 in Manchester, UK, and will span over 50 dates across Europe, North America, and Mexico, concluding on September […]
Country music star Kelsea Ballerini experienced an unexpected fall during the final show of her 2025 North American tour in Toronto on April 13. While performing a cover of Garth Brooks’ “Friends in Low Places” at Scotiabank Arena, Ballerini fell off a moving stage platform. The incident occurred as she sang and danced with her […]
Snoop Dogg, born Calvin Broadus, has transcended his origins in the 1990s hip-hop scene to become a multifaceted cultural icon. At 53, his influence spans music, business, and philanthropy, earning him a spot on TIME’s 2025 list of the 100 most influential people. Beyond his musical achievements, Snoop has ventured into various industries. He owns […]
Zak Starkey, son of Beatles drummer Ringo Starr, has parted ways with The Who after nearly three decades as their drummer. The split follows a contentious performance at London’s Royal Albert Hall in March 2025, where frontman Roger Daltrey publicly criticized Starkey’s drumming during the final song, stating he couldn’t hear the key over the […]
Recent reports indicate that those close to Justin Bieber are increasingly worried about his well-being. Sources suggest the singer is grappling with personal challenges that have strained relationships and impacted his business ventures . In April 2025, Bieber publicly severed ties with his fashion brand, Drew House, stating it no longer represented him or his […]
During their debut performance at Coachella 2025, Green Day delivered a high-energy set that combined their classic hits with pointed political commentary. Lead singer Billie Joe Armstrong notably altered lyrics in two of the band’s iconic songs to reflect current events. In “American Idiot,” Armstrong changed the line “I’m not a part of a redneck […]