Classics Du Jour

Mark Knopfler has announced the details of his ninth solo album, Down The Road Wherever. Due out on November 16th, the 14-track follow-up to his 2015 album Tracker will be released through Knopfler’s own British Grove label via Blue Note Records and will be available in four formats including Standard CD, Deluxe CD, 2LP and … Continue reading Mark Knopfler Announces New Album ‘Down The Road Wherever’ →

Ann Wilson’s poignant new album Immortal was released Friday after months of anticipation. Fittingly titled, the album features 10 musically diverse tracks that pay homage to some of the singer’s favorite artists, all of whom have passed away in recent years but whose musical legacy lives on (the full track listing is below). “I didn’t … Continue reading Ann Wilson’s New Album ‘Immortal’ Out Now →

For the first time ever, audio tracks from Queen’s legendary performance at Live Aid are being released as part of the soundtrack album to Bohemian Rhapsody, the forthcoming feature film which hits screens November 2nd. Watch the Bohemian Rhapsody film trailer > The film soundtrack is due out October 19th on CD and digital formats. In … Continue reading Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody Soundtrack Due Out Next Month →

Paul McCartney has released a new single from his forthcoming album Egypt Station. The brand new song is accompanied by an illustrated lyric video. Hear and watch it in the video player below. “Fuh You” is also available now on all digital and streaming platforms. Sharing a title with one of Paul’s own paintings, Egypt … Continue reading Hear Paul McCartney’s Brand New Song ‘Fuh You’ →

After much speculation by fans and the media alike, Steve Perry has officially announced the release of a new solo album due out October 5th. Traces will mark the former Journey frontman’s first solo release since 1994’s For The Love Of Strange Medicine. A new website launched at steveperry.com describes Traces as “a rousing start to the … Continue reading Steve Perry Announces New Solo Album Due Out This Fall →

A new online teaser is the latest in a string of clues that Steve Perry is preparing to make a comeback to music with the release of a new album this fall. Earlier this month, fans and media outlets speculated the former Journey frontman turned solo artist was up to something after Perry appeared in … Continue reading Steve Perry Officially Teasing a New Project →

Longbranch/Pennywhistle, the legendary 1969 collaboration between late Eagles co-founder Glenn Frey and longstanding songwriting partner, JD Souther, will make its CD debut as well as return to vinyl for the first time in nearly 50 years on September 28. The album has been remastered and remixed by acclaimed producer/engineer Elliot Scheiner (Eagles, Steely Dan, Toto) … Continue reading Glenn Frey and JD Souther’s Longbranch/Pennywhistle Set for Reissue →

On September 7 ABKCO Music & Records will release Heavy Music: The Complete Cameo Recordings 1966-1967 by Bob Seger & The Last Heard. It marks the first time ever that all records by the Detroit group will be made available since their origination as 45rpm singles. The collection is wrapped in a newly designed album … Continue reading Bob Seger and The Last Heard Complete Cameo Recordings Due Out in September →

Electric Light Orchestra‘s The U.K. Singles Volume One: 1972-1978 is due out on Friday, September 21st via Legacy Recordings it was announced today. The collector’s box set includes detailed reproductions of 15 ELO original singles and B-sides plus “The ELO EP” on 7″ black vinyl. The U.K. Singles Volume One set presents ELO’s early output … Continue reading Electric Light Orchestra Collector’s Box Set Due Out This Fall →

Def Leppard released two new tracks today exclusively on Spotify. The digital Spotify Single features the band’s classic hit “Hysteria” as the A-side and a cover of Depeche Mode’s “Personal Jesus” as the B-side. Spotify Singles are recorded at the streaming service’s studio in New York City and always include a new recording of an … Continue reading Hear Def Leppard’s New Cover of Depeche Mode’s ‘Personal Jesus’ →

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and founding member of ZZ Top Billy Gibbons has released a new single from his forthcoming solo album. Although the single is not yet available to buy or stream online, you can request it now at your local radio station. “Rollin’ and Tumblin’” was made famous by Muddy Waters … Continue reading Billy Gibbons Releases First Single “Rollin’ and Tumblin’” from Forthcoming Solo Album →

Paul Simon will release his 14th studio album – In The Blue Light – on September 7. The announcement comes just a few months after the legendary songwriter announced his retirement from touring. The release of In The Blue Light will coincide with the final leg of Simon’s Homeward Bound – Farewell Tour, which wraps … Continue reading Paul Simon Announces New Studio Album →