John Lodge, a pivotal figure in the development of progressive rock through his long‑standing role as singer and bassist for the Moody Blues, has passed away at the age of 82. Lodge’s death, described by his family as “sudden and unexpected,” leaves a profound void in the genre and among fans worldwide. A native of Birmingham, […]
Influencer‑turned‑host David Dobrik transformed his home into a full‑scale Halloween playground and tapped Ty Dolla $ign to bring the musical heat. Guests arrived to a scene doused in orange and purple, radio‑grade lighting and a candy‑bar highlight from IT’SUGAR paired with Dobrik’s own snack line, Wavers. As Ty took the stage, he ripped through crowd‑favorites such as “Don’t […]
The upcoming 2026 edition of Outbreak Festival is off to a bold start with the release of its initial lineup, confirming that the event continues to push boundaries in the rock and hardcore domain. With roots firmly planted in the punk and metal scenes, Outbreak is signalling its intention to stay relevant and impactful as […]
Brandi Carlile took the stage of Saturday Night Live on November 1 to deliver a pair of striking performances from her freshly released solo album Returning to Myself. The singer‑songwriter opened her set with “Church & State,” a bold and politically charged rock‑infused track, during which she momentarily shifted gears to recite a historic letter penned by Thomas Jefferson in 1802 to […]
1972 – James Taylor and Carly Simon were married. They separated in 1982 and were divorced later. 1977 – During a concert in London, Elton John announced that he was retiring from live performances. He resumed touring on February 3, 1979 in Sweden. 1992 – “Keep The Faith” by Bon Jovi was released. It was […]
The heavy‑rock outfit Disturbed is hitting pause. As their European “Sickness 25” tour comes to a close, frontman David Draiman announced the band will be taking “a nice, long break” and admitted they are uncertain when their next tour will commence. The anniversary run, celebrating 25 years since their original breakthrough, has been marred by public backlash. […]
Morgan Wallen is turning up the spotlight again, announcing his 2026 stadium tour with a high‑profile launch in Minneapolis. The country star will open his upcoming “Still the Problem Tour” with two nights at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis on April 10 and 11, 2026. By choosing a stadium that features a roof, Wallen and his team […]
The upcoming reveal of the 2026 Grammy nominations is shaping up to be a bold moment for pop music, anchored by pop‑powerhouse stars taking the virtual stage. On November 7, 2025, at 8 a.m. PT/11 a.m. ET, the Recording Academy will livestream the official nominations announcement for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, with two front‑and‑center presenters: Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan. For Sabrina Carpenter, […]
1969 – Led Zeppelin’s album “Led Zeppelin II” was released in the United Kingdom. 1970 – Michelle Phillips, formerly of the Mamas and Papas, and actor Dennis Hopper were married. The two divorced 8 days later. 1985 – Producer Joseph Papp died of cancer at the age of 70. He was the co-creator of “A […]
Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham are opening a new chapter — of conversation, at least. In a recent appearance on the podcast Song Exploder, the two legendary rock figures revealed that they had spoken “last night,” marking what appears to be a thaw in a relationship long defined by artistic brilliance and personal turbulence. The conversation centered on […]