ZZ Top’s guitarist Billy Gibbons has just released his own, jazzy version of the classic “Jingle Bells” Christmas tune in a new single he calls “Jingle Bell Blues.” While already available on streaming, the track is also available to order as a vinyl 7” single with a twist–a large hole in the center of the […]
In 1978, the Police performed two sets at New York’s famous CBGB as the kick-off of their first-ever US tour. Thanks to a recent discovery of the historic show’s tape, fans will finally be able to hear the classic icon’s premiere show in the United States. “This is brand new,” guitarist Andy Summers said about […]
Northern Ireland’s health minister Robin Swann is suing Van Morrison for defamation over the rocker’s “bizarre and irresponsible” criticisms of Swann’s COVID-19 restrictions and precautions. Morrison has publicly opposed restrictions, released several songs criticizing lockdowns, and denounced the Health Minister at a Belfast event after his concert was canceled due to virus restrictions. Morrison called […]
German hard-rockers Scorpions have just released the premiere single from their upcoming Rock Believer album called “Peacemaker.” Kalus Meine shared the inspiration behind the lyrics of the classic new track: “Peacemaker, peacemaker / Bury the undertaker.” “At a time when so many people have died and are still dying of COVID, from devastating wars and […]
Bruce Springsteen is reportedly putting up big negotiations for the sale of his recorded music and publishing catalogs that are estimated to be worth between $330M and $415M combined. Sources say the rocker is seeking more than $350M for both. As one of the most popular musicians in rock history, Springsteen has sold more than […]
To continue supporting the release of his most recent album Detroit Stories, Alice Cooper has announced a 2022 US tour. The tour, kicking off right after the holidays, will begin on January 28th in Cincinnati, Ohio, and wrap up on Valentine’s Day after eight days on the Monsters of Rock Cruise. Cooper, who just finished […]
Back in September, Elton John announced to fans that he was regretfully postponing the remainder of his 2021 tour dates in the U.K. and Europe. The reason for the seemingly last-minute cancellation was due to the musician needing an operation on his hip. John gave fans a more detailed update on his condition earlier this […]
Almost a decade ago, the Movember Foundation has dedicated the entire month of November to raising both funds and awareness of men’s health issues. From prostate cancer to depression, Movember has become a 30-day challenge to encourage men to grow out their facial hair and “change the face of men’s health.” This year, Movember has […]
Sunday night was an evening of missed entertainment, as both Jon Bon Jovi and Bryan Adams were forced to cancel separate live appearances after testing positive for COVID-19. Adams had to step down from his part in the 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, replaced by Keith Urban at the last second, […]
While he won’t be embarking on a full retirement, David Coverdale has just announced that the upcoming 2022 Whitesnake tour will be his last hoorah on the stage. “It’s mind-blowing to me that I’m preparing my farewell tour,” Coverdale admitted in an interview. He explained how, while music is his “oxygen,” it was the physical […]