Classics Du Jour

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 →

Prog rock legends Jethro Tull have completed a new album and are preparing for an early 2022 release, the band announced today. The Zealot Gene will be released by the band’s new label, InsideOut Music/Sony Music. “After 54 years in the world of music recording, it is with great pleasure that I now sign Jethro … Continue reading Jethro Tull Prepping New Album for 2022 Release →

A Beatles documentary series directed by Peter Jackson will debut on Disney+ later this year. The Beatles: Get Back will be presented in three episodes of approximately 2 hours each in length and will be rolled out by the streaming giant over three days in November. Jackson  (“The Lord of the Rings” trilogy, “They Shall … Continue reading The Beatles: Get Back Documentary by Peter Jackson to Debut on Disney+ →

Paul McCartney revisits his years with The Beatles in a new Hulu original docu-series, McCartney 3,2,1. The six-part series arrives on the streaming service July 16th and you can watch the trailer now in the player below. In the series, McCartney and producer Rick Rubin take an intimate and in-depth look at music from the … Continue reading Watch the Trailer for the New Paul McCartney Documentary McCartney 3,2,1 →

YES will release a new studio album this fall, the prog rock band announced today. Containing 11 songs, The Quest will be available October 1st on 2-CD, gatefold 2LP & 2CD plus LP and booklet, limited edition 2CD & Blu-ray artbook and limited edition deluxe 2LP & 2CD plus Blu-ray box set. “It is simply an … Continue reading Yes Detail New Studio Album, The Quest →