The Rolling Stones, come roaring out of the traps today with the release of their rocking single “Angry” (listen in the player below). It arrives alongside the announcement of their hugely anticipated new album, Hackney Diamonds, to be released October 20th. The exciting news was shared today by Mick, Keith and Ronnie at a special … Continue reading The Rolling Stones Unveil New Single ‘Angry’ and Detail New Album ‘Hackney Diamonds’ →

Guns N’ Roses today released their highly anticipated new song “Perhaps”. You can hear the new track from GNR in the player below. The official release of “Perhaps” comes after the song was reportedly leaked last weekend on TouchTunes, a digital jukebox-style service found in bars and restaurants. “Perhaps” was originally written during the band’s … Continue reading Guns N’ Roses Release New Single “Perhaps” →

Creative sparks and killer riffs are flying everywhere on Brian Setzer’s new album The Devil Always Collects out September 15 via Surfdog Records digitally, on CD and vinyl.  Te iconic 3-time Grammy award-winner has rolled out the album’s first track and video, the blazing “Girl On The Billboard.” Listen to the song and pre-order the album HERE and watch the animated video in the player below. BRIAN will … Continue reading Brian Setzer Releases New Solo Single, Announces New Album →

Behind the songwriting process with Sir Paul McCartney! Paul McCartney is inviting his fans to listen to his new podcast as he describes his songwriting process for 12 of his most beloved, iconic songs. The new podcast, “McCartney: A Life In Lyrics” will launch this Fall and is a collaboration between McCartney and poet Paul Muldoon, with … Continue reading Paul McCartney Launches New Podcast →

The John Lennon Real Love Award has chosen Graham Nash as their ninth recipient at the 43rd Annual John Lennon Tribute on Saturday, Dec.2 at Town Hall in New York. Previous recipients include Natalie Merchant, Patti Smith, Ani DiFranco, Donovan and Roseanne Cash. The event will take place days before the 43rd anniversary of Lennon’s … Continue reading Graham Nash to Receive John Lennon Real Love Award →

Following last year’s sold-out U.S. tour, YES, who are Steve Howe (guitars, vocals), Geoff Downes (keyboards), Jon Davison (vocals, acoustic guitar), Billy Sherwood (bass guitar, vocals), and Jay Schellen (drums), have today (July 17) announced their “Classic Tales Of Yes” tour in the U.S. starting September 24 in Bethlehem, PA and ending November 4 in Riverside, CA. Look for the tour—which is the latest presentation of their ongoing concert series illuminating their classic music—to include many iconic tracks from the influential … Continue reading YES Announce US Tour: Classic Tales of Yes →

July 19, 1986 – Van Halen headline the Texxas Jam at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, preceeded by Dio, Loverboy, Krokus, Keel and Bachman-Turner Overdrive who are joined by Leslie West on “Mississippi Queen. July 19, 1976 – Deep Purple disband at the end of their UK tour. David Coverdale goes on to form Whitesnake, and the classic line up of Blackmore, Gillan, Glover, Lord … Continue reading CDJ Today: July 19 in Classic Rock →

July 18, 1981 – The Texxas Jam is held at the Astrodome in Houston. The lineup includes headliner REO Speedwagon, Heart, Foghat, Blue Oyster Cult and The Rockets. July 18, 1978 – Def Leppard make their live debut at Westfield School, Sheffield, England in front of about 150 students. They are paid 5 pounds (about $6) by a teacher.  They also have a … Continue reading CDJ Today: July 18 in Classic Rock →

July 17, 1979 – Gary Moore leaves Thin Lizzy for the final time to support his solo career, with the blessing of Phil Lynott.  He is replaced by Midge Ure. July 17, 1994 – Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley of Kiss raid a Kiss convention in Michigan to reclaim their Kiss costumes that were stolen more than a decade ago. July 17, … Continue reading CDJ Today: July 17 in Classic Rock →

July 16, 1966 – The world’s first “supergroup” is forged when Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker form Cream.  Though they last only two years, Cream sells 15 million records. July 16, 1900 – The logo of the Victor Recording Company and later RCA Victor, is registered with the U.S. Patent Office. The logo features Nipper the dog looking into … Continue reading CDJ Today: July 16 in Classic Rock →

July 15, 1998 – Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer narrowly escapes serious injury when his Ferrari convertible catches on fire at a gas station.  He is admitted to the hospital with second-degree burns on his arms and hands.  The Ferrari is destroyed. Top 20 Classic Rock Drummers Still Drumming Classic Rock Birthdays July 15, 1956 – Joe Satriani, guitar (Satriani, Chickenfoot, G3) July 15, 1966 – Jason … Continue reading CDJ Today: July 15 in Classic Rock →

“I Want To Know What Love Is,” “Cold As Ice,” “Hot Blooded,” “Juke Box Hero,” “Urgent,” plus five more Top 10 hits. Recently, Foreigner, the band behind these iconic songs, announced the launch of their Farewell Tour. Today, FOREIGNER announces the Farewell Tour companion album, FAREWELL – The Very Best Of Foreigner, available at Foreigner … Continue reading Foreigner Announces Limited Edition ‘Farewell – The Very Best of Foreigner’ Album →