‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Wins Big at Oscars With Four Awards
Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody was the biggest winner of the night at the 91st Annual Academy Awards on Sunday. The film took home four awards, more than any other film, including Best Sound Editing, Best Sound Mixing, Best Film Editing and Best Actor in a Leading Role, the latter for Rami Malek’s portrayal of Freddie … Continue reading ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Wins Big at Oscars With Four Awards
Peter Tork of The Monkees Dies at 77
Peter Tork, bassist and keyboardist for 1960s teen sensations The Monkees, died Thursday. He was 77. The news of Tork’s death was posted in a statement on his official Facebook page. “It is with beyond-heavy and broken hearts that we share the devastating news that our friend, mentor, teacher, and amazing soul, Peter Tork, has … Continue reading Peter Tork of The Monkees Dies at 77
Watch the New Trailer for the Elton John Film ‘Rocketman’
Paramount Pictures has released the trailer for the new Elton John film, Rocketman. The two-and-a-half minute preview is the first to be released for the film, following a short teaser clip released back in October. Watch the trailer now in the player below. Rocketman, which hits theaters May 31st, is a self-described “musical fantasy,” rather than a biopic, … Continue reading Watch the New Trailer for the Elton John Film ‘Rocketman’
Ozzy Osbourne Cancels Tour Dates Due to Health Issues
More disappointing news for Ozzy Osbourne fans this week. The Grammy Award winning vocalist has announced the cancellation of all upcoming scheduled shows in Australia, New Zealand and Japan. The announcement follows the postponement of the entire UK and European leg of Osbourne’s No More Tours 2 tour on doctors’ orders last month. “Ozzy recently developed pneumonia and has … Continue reading Ozzy Osbourne Cancels Tour Dates Due to Health Issues
Journey to Release Live in Japan this March
In February 2017, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Journey recreated two legendary albums during a performance at the famed Budokan arena in Tokyo, Japan. Now the concert film from that historic show will be released on DVD, Blu-ray, DVD+CD, Blu-ray+CD and in digital formats. Journey Live in Japan features the band performing their … Continue reading Journey to Release Live in Japan this March
Nirvana Manager Remembers Kurt Cobain in New Book
25 years after the tragic death of Kurt Cobain, Nirvana manager Danny Goldberg will shed new light on the music icon in Serving the Servant: Remembering Kurt Cobain. The book promises to aside the angst and depression commonly associated with the late Nirvana frontman and instead provides a more intimate look at Cobain throughout the highs … Continue reading Nirvana Manager Remembers Kurt Cobain in New Book
Heart Reunite for Summer Tour with Joan Jett, Sheryl Crow
Heart will return to the road for the first time in 3 years for a massive cross-country summer tour. The 39-date trek kicks off July 9th at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre in St. Louis, MO. It will make stops in Chicago, Atlanta, Houston and more, before wrapping up September 9th at the famous Hollywood Bowl … Continue reading Heart Reunite for Summer Tour with Joan Jett, Sheryl Crow
Alan Parsons Details New Album Featuring Guest Appearance by Foreigner’s Lou Gramm
Alan Parsons will release a new album this spring, Frontiers Music has announced. The Secret is due out April 26th and will feature guest appearances by former Foreigner frontman Lou Gramm, and Jason Mraz, among others. Pre-order details and the first single are due later this month. In the meantime, Parsons will tour North America … Continue reading Alan Parsons Details New Album Featuring Guest Appearance by Foreigner’s Lou Gramm
Lindsey Buckingham Underwent Open Heart Surgery, Suffered Vocal Cord Damage
Former Fleetwood Mac guitarist Lindsey Buckingham has revealed that he underwent emergency open heart surgery last week. According to a statement written by his wife Kristen and posted to his official Facebook page, the 69-year-old rock legend is now recuperating at home. “While he and his heart are doing well, the surgery resulted in vocal … Continue reading Lindsey Buckingham Underwent Open Heart Surgery, Suffered Vocal Cord Damage
Huey Lewis Opens Up About Hearing Loss, New Album and the Prospect of Performing Again
The announcement of a new album coming this spring has prompted fans of Huey Lewis and the News to speculate whether the 80’s hitmakers will return to touring. The singer’s struggle with sudden hearing loss caused the band to cancel all upcoming performances more than a year ago. “It’s literally noise, it’s cacophony,” Lewis told Today following his … Continue reading Huey Lewis Opens Up About Hearing Loss, New Album and the Prospect of Performing Again
Ozzy Osbourne Admitted to Hospital for Complications from the Flu
Ozzy Osbourne has been admitted to hospital following complications from the flu, according to a tweet from wife and manager Sharon Osbourne. The news comes a week after the Prince of Darkness announced he was postponing the first leg of his No More Tours 2 due to a severe upper respiratory infection. “As some of … Continue reading Ozzy Osbourne Admitted to Hospital for Complications from the Flu
Lynyrd Skynyrd Extends Farewell Tour with Summer Dates
Lynyrd Skynyrd have extended their Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour, adding dozens of dates through this coming summer. The U.S. trek kicks off with a performance at Stagecoach on April 27th and wraps up September 28th in Orange Beach, AL. While the tour is billed as a farewell run, it’s unclear whether this … Continue reading Lynyrd Skynyrd Extends Farewell Tour with Summer Dates
