Classics Du Jour

A statue honoring Thin Lizzy frontman Phil Lynott was unveiled in West Bromwhich, England this past weekend. The monument was erected in the town where Lynott was born on what would have been the late singer’s 72nd birthday. The Lynott sculpture was crowd-funded by Thin Lizzy fans from around the world. Another statue honoring Lynott … Continue reading Phil Lynott Statue Unveiled in Town Where Thin Lizzy Frontman was Born →

The Rolling Stones will release an expanded edition of their classic 1981 album Tattoo You to celebrate the 40th anniversary of its release. The remastered set is accompanied by 9 previously unreleased tracks from that era including “Living In The Heart Of Love” which you can hear now below and on all digital platforms here. … Continue reading Rolling Stones Release Previously Unheard Track, Announce ‘Tattoo You’ 40th Anniversary Edition →

Journey will head to Las Vegas for a 6-date residency this December. The shows will take place at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas and tickets and VIP packages are available beginning this Friday, August 20th. The band recently returned to the road for their first shows since 2019 after their 2020 tour with … Continue reading Journey Announce Las Vegas Residency →

Billy Idol has released a brand new song and music video. “Bitter Taste” is the lead single from his forthcoming EP, The Roadside, due out September 17th. You can hear the song and watch the video in the player below. In “Bitter Taste” Idol confronts death, rebirth, and his personal growth in the thirty-one years … Continue reading Hear Billy Idol’s New Single “Bitter Taste” →

Ringo Starr will release a new EP this fall. Due out September 24th, Change The World will be available on CD, cassette and digital platforms. A 10-inch vinyl edition will follow on November 19th. The lead single “Let’s Change The World” is out now and can be heard in the player below. “Let’s Change The … Continue reading Ringo Starr Announces New EP ‘Change the World’ →

The New Orleans Jazz Fest has a been canceled for the second year in a row as Covid-19 cases in the state of Louisiana rise. Organizers of the festival announced the cancelation Monday, saying in a statement “We now look forward to next spring, when we will present the Festival during its traditional timeframe.” The … Continue reading New Orleans Jazz Fest Canceled As Covid Cases Rise →

The Doobie Brothers will release their 15th full-length album this fall, the band announced today. Titled LIBERTÉ, the album contains twelve brand new tracks and is available for pre-order now HERE. In conjunction with the album announcement, The Doobie Brothers have also released a special self-titled 4-track EP, available on streaming services today. The announcement … Continue reading The Doobie Brothers Announce New Album, Release 4 New Songs →

The Rolling Stones will head out on their No Filter tour this fall but likely without drummer Charlie Watts. The 80-year-old is reportedly recovering from a “successful procedure” but under Doctor’s orders to rest and recuperate at home. “For once my timing has been a little off,” Watts said in a statement. “I am working … Continue reading Rolling Stones Will Tour Without Charlie Watts in 2021 →

The first-ever authorized Led Zeppelin documentary is set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival next month. Titled Becoming Led Zeppelin, the documentary is the first film about rock legends to be made with the band’s participation. “Becoming Led Zeppelin is a film that no one thought could be made,” filmmaker Bernard MacMahon said in a … Continue reading First Authorized Led Zeppelin Doc to Premiere Next Month →

ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill has passed away at the age of 72. News of his death was confirmed in a statement issued by fellow band members Billy Gibbons and Frank Beard. “We are saddened by the news today that our Compadre, Dusty Hill, has passed away in his sleep at home in Houston, Texas,” … Continue reading ZZ Top Bassist Dusty Hill Dies at 72 →

Live music is slowly returning to normal and Steely Dan is following suit. The band announced a 2021 fall tour – aptly titled The Absolutely Normal Tour ’21 – although the verdict is still out on exactly how normal live concerts will be come fall. The Absolutely Normal Tour ’21 kicks off in Miami, FL … Continue reading Steely Dan Announce Fall Tour, New Live Album →

Robby Steinhardt, original violinist and co-lead vocalist of Kansas, has died at the age of 71. News of Steinhardt’s death was confirmed by his wife Cindy in a Facebook post on Monday. “We are beyond devastated as our lives were about to start a new adventure,” her post reads. “Robby just recorded his first solo … Continue reading Kansas Singer and Violinist Robby Steinhardt Dies at 71 →