Classics Du Jour

Lana Rae Meisner, wife of former Eagles bassist Randy Meisner, was shot dead in the couples’ home Sunday. According to reports, Meisner made a 911 call after her husband threatened her with a BB gun. Approximately an hour and a half later, Randy made a 911 call to report that his wife had been shot … Continue reading Wife of Former Eagles Bassist Randy Meisner Shot Dead →

Following recent rumors that the band was breaking up, The Foo Fighters decided to have a little fun, adding fuel to the fire when they revealed they would be making a big announcement.  But have no fear, Foo Fighters fans, in true Dave Grohl fashion, the big announcement was actually just a hilarious new video … Continue reading Foo Fighters Address Break Up Rumors in New Video →

Joe Walsh and Bad Company have announced a co-headlining tour which will kick off May 12th in Dallas and continue through July 3rd, wrapping up in Nashville, TN. As co-headliners, Joe Walsh and Bad Company will rotate the headlining spot for each show. “I had always hoped that we would do something together and so … Continue reading Joe Walsh and Bad Company Announce Co-Headlining Tour →

Cream drummer Ginger Baker has canceled all upcoming tour dates with his group Ginger Baker’s Airforce 3. Baker was scheduled to perform 5 shows in the U.K. in April, with a 10-date U.S. tour to follow, however all shows have been canceled due to the drummer’s health. “…. big shock… no more gigs for this … Continue reading Ginger Baker Cancels Tour Dates Due to Health Issues →

Steve Winwood and Steely Dan are teaming up for a 22-date summer tour scheduled to run June 7th in Cincinatti through July 13th in Virginia Beach. Tickets for the tour are on sale now. Jun 07 – Cincinnati, OH – Riverbend Music Center Jun 08 – Clarkston, MI – DTE Energy Music Theatre Jun 10 … Continue reading Steve Winwood and Steely Dan Announce Summer Tour →

The Who will return to the stage to re-launch the North American leg of “THE WHO HITS 50! TOUR” this Saturday in Detroit, the beginning of a 28-date tour of rescheduled dates from THE WHO’s 2015 trek–which was postponed to allow lead singer Roger Daltrey time to recover from his recent bout with viral meningitis. … Continue reading The Who Relaunching 50th Anniversary Tour This Week →

Banger Films, in association with Eagle Rock Entertainment, is set to produce the first-ever feature length documentary exploring the fascinating, mysterious tale of Texas band, ZZ Top. The filmmakers, Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn, are calling out to fans for help finding rare photos, videos, and audio to tell the story. “We’re big admirers of … Continue reading First Ever Full-Length ZZ Top Documentary in the Works →

Graham Nash will release a new solo record – his first of new material in 14 years – on April 15th. Produced by Shane Fontayne, This Path Tonight is a collection of 10 songs, including the debut single and title track. Nash is currently on the road in support of the new album. This Path … Continue reading Graham Nash Releasing First New Solo Album in 14 Years →

Elton John is getting set to release his 33rd studio album next week and has premiered a new song via the Wall Street Journal. Check out “In the Name of You” below, now. Wonderful Crazy Night was produced by Elton John and T. Bone Burnett and will be available February 5th on iTunes and Amazon.

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have added a string of new dates to their previously announced River Tour, extending the U.S. run through April 25th. The newly announced dates start with a third and final show in Los Angeles on March 19th and include shows in Denver, Dallas, Detroit and Brooklyn. The River … Continue reading Bruce Springsteen Announces Additional ‘River Tour’ Dates →

Paul Kantner, guitarist and founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship, has died at the age of 74. Kantner suffered a heart attack earlier this week and passed away on Thursday. Kantner, born in San Francisco in 1941, formed Jefferson Airplane in 1965 along with Marty Balin. Kantner led the band through a period … Continue reading Jefferson Airplane’s Paul Kantner Dies →

Dale “Buffin” Griffin, best known as drummer and founding member of the glam rock band Mott The Hoople, passed away Sunday at the age of 67. Griffin, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2009, died peacefully in his sleep. Mott the Hoople released their debut album in 1969 and it quickly became a cult success. … Continue reading Dale “Buffin” Griffin, of Mott The Hoople, Dies at 67 →