A set of newly discovered photos of John Lennon will go up for auction next year. The collection of 26 negatives, taken in February 1970, were recently found in a “junk drawer” by the owner, who had presumed them to have no value. The owner, who wishes to remain anonymous, took the collection to a … Continue reading Newly Discovered Photos of John Lennon Going Up for Auction →

It was on the 2nd of February 1968 at the world-famous Marquee Club in Wardour Street that Jethro Tull first performed under that name. The group would go on to become one of the most successful and enduring bands of their era, selling over 60 million albums worldwide and entering the cultural collective consciousness along … Continue reading Ian Anderson Announces Jethro Tull 50th Anniversary Tour →

Jeff Lynne and his Electric Light Orchestra will return to North America for their first tour stateside in over 35 years, it was announced today. The tour, which includes 10 shows, will kick off August 2nd in Oakland, CA and wrap up August 24th in Philadelphia, PA. Other stops include Los Angeles, Denver, Houston, Dallas, … Continue reading Jeff Lynne’s ELO Announces First North American Tour in Over Three Decades →

The Scorpions will release Born To Touch Your Feelings – Best of Rock Ballads on November 24th via Legacy Recordings. The career-spanning collection includes definitive interpretations of some of the group’s most beloved rock anthems as well as the premiere of two brand-new Scorpions songs. “Always Be With You,” the brand new song by Rudolf … Continue reading Scorpions To Release ‘Best Of’ Album Featuring Two New Tracks →

In advance of the release of his new concert film, Sting has released a live video for “I Can’t Stop Thinking About You”. Hailed “the show of a lifetime” (The Vancouver Globe & Mail),  Live At The Olympia Paris, celebrates highlights from across the 16-time Grammy Award winner’s illustrious career, with blistering performances of new … Continue reading Sting: I Can’t Stop Thinking About You (Live At The Olympia Paris) →

Previously unseen photos of David Bowie will be released in a new limited edition photo book this Spring. The photographs were taken by tour photographer Denis O’Regan during Bowie’s 1983 Serious Moonlight tour. They show a relaxed, behind-the-scenes Bowie as he traveled to 15 countries for 99 concerts in support of his Let’s Dance album. … Continue reading Previously Unseen Photos of David Bowie to Be Published in New Book →

Ron Howard’s The Beatles: Eight Days a Week – The Touring Years will make its U.S. broadcast premiere on PBS next month. The award-winning documentary about the early years of the Beatles‘ career will air November 25th at 8pm ET. Eight Days a Week was produced with the coordination of surviving Beatles Paul McCartney and … Continue reading ‘The Beatles: Eight Days a Week’ to Air on PBS →

The Eagles will celebrate the 40th anniversary of their landmark best-selling album, Hotel California, with a deluxe edition release on November 24. Hotel California 40th Anniversary Edition will be available in Deluxe (2CD/1 Blu-ray), Expanded (2CD), and remastered CD editions. Presented in an 11 x 11 hardbound book, the Deluxe edition features the original studio … Continue reading Eagles to Celebrate 40th Anniversary of ‘Hotel California’ with Deluxe Edition Release →

Jeff Lynne’s ELO have released a live version of the classic ELO tune “Turn To Stone” in advance of the group’s forthcoming live album and concert film. You can hear the live track below. The release of Wembley or Bust, due out November 17, was announced last week. The album and concert film will be … Continue reading Hear Jeff Lynne’s ELO Perform “Turn to Stone” Live at Wembley →

A football stadium of people paid tribute to Tom Petty as the Florida Gators took on the LSU Tigers at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium this past Saturday. The crowd spontaneously broke into Petty’s hit “I Won’t Back Down” between the 3rd and 4th quarters of the game. Petty, who was born in Gainesville, Florida, died … Continue reading Crowd Spontaneously Pays Tribute to Tom Petty at College Football Game →

Jeff Lynne’s ELO will release a new live album and concert film on November 17, it was announced Friday. Wembley or Bust will be available on CD, DVD, Blu-ray, vinyl and digitally and is available for pre-order now. The album was recorded at London’s iconic Wembley Stadium in June of this year. It features hits … Continue reading Jeff Lynne’s ELO Announces ‘Wembley Or Bust’ Live Album and DVD →

Bon Jovi, The Cars and The Moody Blues are among 19 artists that have been nominated for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2018. Also on the list are Depech Mode, The Eurythmics, The Dire Straits, The J. Geils Band, Judas Priest, The Zombies, MC5, Kate Bush, The Meters, Radiohead, Rage Against … Continue reading Bon Jovi, Cars, Moody Blues Among Rock Hall Nominees →