Robbie Robertson recently sat down with the Globe and Mail in Toronto, pondering the allure of “bothered artists” and remembering those who lived tragically and died young. “Some get out alive,” said Robertson. “And some don’t.” The interview relates to a children’s book Robertson has co-authored, titled Legends, Icons & Rebels: Music That Changed the … Continue reading Robbie Robertson Talks Legends, Icons and Rebels →

Stevie Nicks will appear in a cameo role on FX’s American Horror Story: Coven, show creator Ryan Murphy says. The announcement came Tuesday via Murphy’s Twitter account. Although it’s unclear what role Nicks will have, fans speculate she’ll play a witch, sharing scenes with actress Lily Rabe. Her character, Misty Day, who has the power … Continue reading Stevie Nicks to Appear On ‘American Horror Story: Coven’ →

Apple Records has released the Beatles’ On Air – Live at the BBC Volume 2, just in time for the holiday season. Available now on 180-gram vinyl and digitally via iTunes, the set, which features 63 tracks, is the sequel to 1994’s Live at the BBC. Coinciding with the release of Volume 2, Volume 1 … Continue reading Apple Records Releases Beatles’ Live at the BBC Volume 2 →

Legendary hard rockers The Scorpions will release MTV Unplugged on January 21st in North America. Material from MTV Unplugged is taken from the Scorpions’ first-ever “MTV Unplugged” show and features new acoustic versions of best-loved classic hits, as well as five brand new songs.  MTV Unplugged will be available in two formats – a standard CD … Continue reading The Scorpions to Release ‘MTV Unplugged’ →

David Crosby has released the details of his January tour, titled ‘An Evening with David Crosby.’ The tour will consist of short residences in just five cities, but Crosby says this will allow him and his band to “work in fine brush strokes and try to do nuances and the best work we possibly can.” … Continue reading David Crosby Reveals Details of ‘An Evening with David Crosby’ Tour →

David Crosby has returned to his solo career after a twenty-year break. His new 11-track LP, titled Croz, will be released January 28th. “I wanted to challenge myself,” Crosby told Rolling Stone. “Most guys my age would have done a covers record or duets on old material. This won’t be a huge hit. It’ll probably … Continue reading David Crosby Returns To Solo Career with New Album →

Sting and Paul Simon will officially announce a North American tour tomorrow, during which they’ll each perform their best-known hits both individually and as a duo, reports the New York Times. The tour will include 18 dates in February and March with additional dates to be announced later. “Paul and I both share this abiding … Continue reading Sting and Paul Simon to Tour Together →

The surviving members of INXS have signed a global publishing deal with Universal Music Publishing Group for the band’s entire catalog, a move which INXS consultant Chris Murphy says is the beginning of a lot of new activity for the band. “The new TV miniseries about the band’s untold story, which will debut in the … Continue reading INXS TV Miniseries to Debut in 2014; Surviving Members Sign Global Publishing Deal →

During the heyday of southern rock and blues in the 70s and 80s, Bill Blue was a ubiquitous presence in the music scene. He cut his tour teeth with Arthur (Big Boy) Crudup, author of Elvis’ hit “That’s Alright Mama“. When Crudup died in 1974, Bill carried on. He formed The Bill Blue Band and … Continue reading Legendary Blues Artist Bill Blue Releases First Album in 30 Years →

Few bands have a reputation for making music as consistently honest, organic and daring as Gov’t Mule. Now the enduring group fronted by visionary singer-guitarist Warren Haynes returns with their first album in four years – their Blue Note Records debut Shout!, a breath-taking, exploratory double-disc available now. “This album puts a spotlight on the … Continue reading Gov’t Mule Returns With New Album Featuring Elvis Costello, Steve Winwood, Myles Kennedy and more →

David Bowie is one of the many stars paying tribute to rock legend Lou Reed, who died Sunday at the age of 71. Accompanied by a photo of Reed and Bowie from 2007, a post on Bowie’s Facebook page reads, “David Bowie said of his old friend: ‘He was a master.’” In this BBC promotion … Continue reading David Bowie Pays Tribute to Lou Reed →

Fleetwood Mac bassist John McVie has been diagnosed with cancer, prompting the band to cancel the Australian and New Zealand leg of their world tour so that he can undergo treatment. “We are sorry to not be able to play these Australian and New Zealand dates. We hope our Australian and New Zealand fans as … Continue reading Fleetwood Mac Cancels Australia/New Zealand Tour; John McVie Diagnosed with Cancer →