U2 Perform ‘Gloria’ for First Time in a Decade
When U2 performed their third show of a five-show run at Chicago’s United Center on Sunday, they pulled out a live rarity. Until this weekend, the band hadn’t performed their song “Gloria” in 10 years. Although Bono introduces the song by saying they hadn’t played it in about 20 years, the band actually did perform … Continue reading U2 Perform ‘Gloria’ for First Time in a Decade
Dexter’s Michael C. Hall To Star In David Bowie Musical
Actor Michael C. Hall (Dexter, Six Feet Under) will star as Thomas Newton in Lazarus when it opens up off-Broadway this coming winter. The production, co-written by David Bowie and playwright Enda Walsh (Once), is based on the 1963 sci-fi novel, The Man Who Fell to Earth. David Bowie appeared in the role of Newton … Continue reading Dexter’s Michael C. Hall To Star In David Bowie Musical
Hear Florence + The Machine Cover Foo Fighters at Glastonbury
When Dave Grohl fell and broke his leg on stage during a Foo Fighters concert earlier this month, the band was forced to cancel their headlining Glastonbury performance scheduled for this past weekend. Instead Florence + The Machine took their place at the festival, but not without a nod to Grohl and the Foo Fighters. … Continue reading Hear Florence + The Machine Cover Foo Fighters at Glastonbury
RIP Chris Squire: March 4, 1948 – June 27, 2015
Yes bassist and co-founder Chris Squire died Sunday at the age of 67. “Utterly devastated beyond words to have to report the sad news of the passing of my dear friend, bandmate and inspiration,” Yes’ keyboard player Geoffrey Downes tweeted. According to a statement from the band, Squire died peacefully in Phoenix, AZ. Squire had … Continue reading RIP Chris Squire: March 4, 1948 – June 27, 2015
David Crosby Reveals Joni Mitchell Had Aneurysm, Cannot Speak
“She took a terrible hit,” David Crosby revealed about Joni Mitchell‘s health this week in a new interview with the Huffington Post. “To my knowledge she is not speaking yet,” the Crosby, Stills and Nash singer answered when asked if he had spoken with Mitchell since her hospitalization in March. Few details about Mitchell’s condition … Continue reading David Crosby Reveals Joni Mitchell Had Aneurysm, Cannot Speak
WATCH: Paul McCartney Performs Tribute to People of Charleston
Paul McCartney paid tribute to the people of Charleston during his performance in Columbia, South Carolina Thrusday night, dedicating his song “The Long and Winding Road” to the city and the victims of the shooting at Charleston’s historic Emanuel AME Church last week. “This next song we would like to dedicate to all the people … Continue reading WATCH: Paul McCartney Performs Tribute to People of Charleston
Roger Waters’ ‘The Wall’ Coming To Theaters This Fall
Roger Waters’ concert production of PInk Floyd’s 1979 album The Wall will play in theaters around the world this fall, including more than 300 theaters in the U.S. The one-night-only event is presented by Fathom Events on September 29th. The film version of the touring production premiered last year at the Toronto International Film Festival. … Continue reading Roger Waters’ ‘The Wall’ Coming To Theaters This Fall
Elton John To Host Apple Music Show
Elton John is one of several artists who will host his own show on Beats 1 Radio when Apple Music launches next week. The 24-hour live streaming service will be free for the first three months after its launch on June 30th. After that it will move to either an ad-supported or premium service. John’s … Continue reading Elton John To Host Apple Music Show
James Taylor Scores First #1 Album of His Career
Almost half a century after James Taylor released his debut album, Sweet Baby James, the legendary singer-songwriter has reached the top of the charts with his latest release. Before This World, Taylor’s compilation album, currently sits at the top of the Billboard 200 chart, after its June 16th release. It took 45 years for Taylor … Continue reading James Taylor Scores First #1 Album of His Career
New David Bowie Box Set Due Out in September
A new David Bowie box set is due out in September via Parlophone Records, covering the early years of Bowie’s career. The retrospective set, titled Five Years: 1969 – 1973 features 10 albums (12 discs/13 LPs) including David Bowie (Space Oddity), The Man Who Sold The World, Hunky Dory, PinUps, Aladdin Sane, The Rise And … Continue reading New David Bowie Box Set Due Out in September
Hear Led Zeppelin’s ‘Hots on for Nowhere’ Reference Track
When Led Zeppelin were recording the 1976 album Presence, a number of reference mixes of the album’s songs were recorded. Five of those reference mixes will appear on the companion disc that accompanies the upcoming deluxe edition of Presence, due out July 31st. Now you can hear the raw version of “Hots on for Nowhere” … Continue reading Hear Led Zeppelin’s ‘Hots on for Nowhere’ Reference Track
Iron Maiden To Release First New Album in 5 Years
Metal band Iron Maiden will release a new album on September 4th. It will be the band’s first new record in five years and their first double album. The Book of Souls was recorded in Paris with their longstanding producer Kevin “Caveman” Shirley in late 2014, with the finishing touches added earlier this year. However, … Continue reading Iron Maiden To Release First New Album in 5 Years
