August 31, 2012 – Eddie Van Halen undergoes emergency surgery for “a severe bout of diverticulitis” causing Van Halen to reschedule a tour of Japan slated for November. August 31, 1976 – George Harrison is found guilty of “subconscious plagiarism” when Bright Tunes Music Corporation sues him, claiming that he plagiarized “He’s So Fine” by The Chiffons for his song “My Sweet Lord.” The case … Continue reading CDJ Today: August 31 in Classic Rock →

January 12, 1969 – Led Zeppelin release their self-titled debut album. The album was completely funded by Jimmy Page (who was also the producer) and took only 36 hours to record and mix.  Page also picked out the image of the burning Hindenburg (the “lead zeppelin”) on the cover. Rolling Stone wrote that “The cover of Led Zeppelin … shows the Hindenburg airship, in all its phallic glory, … Continue reading CDJ Today: January 12 in Classic Rock →

With just a little practice, you too could woo the love of your life with one of these romantic songs, or at least impress someone around a campfire. If you’ve always wanted to learn at least one classic rock song on guitar, pick one of these ten love songs below – they’ve all got minimal … Continue reading 10 Easiest Rock Love Songs to Learn on Guitar →

Van Morrison has announced a series of U.S. tour dates kicking off September 25th in Greenwood Village, CO. The 2-part tour will also see the legendary singer performing shows in California, Florida and a 3-night stand at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas. See a full list of dates below. The run of shows will support … Continue reading Van Morrison Announces U.S. Tour Dates →

Van Morrison today released the latest track from his forthcoming double album. “Only A Song” is featured on Latest Record Project: Volume 1, due out May 7th. It marks the 75-year-old’s 42nd record. You can hear “Only A Song” now in the player below and on all streaming and digital platforms. Latest Record Project: Volume … Continue reading Van Morrison’s New Track is ‘Only a Song’ [Listen] →

Eric Clapton has teamed up with Van Morrison on a new track protesting public health restrictions in the United Kingdom. “Stand and Deliver” is performed by Clapton and written by Morrison and is the fourth protest song the Irish singer-songwriter has released in recent weeks. “I’m not telling people what to do or think, the … Continue reading Eric Clapton and Van Morrison Release Anti-Lockdown Song →

Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and The Band will hit theaters February 21st. The authorized documentary, executive produced by Martin Scorsese, Brian Grazer and Ron Howard, chronicles the story of The Band with a focus on Robertson – from his young life, to the creation of the group, to touring with Bob Dylan, and finally … Continue reading Watch the Trailer for The Band Documentary ‘Once Were Brothers’ →

David Gilmour is featured in a new live video with The Pretty Things, performing their song “She Says Good Morning.” Watch it in the player below. The clip was filmed at London’s Indigo At The O2 in December 2018 when the ‘60s legends were celebrating their 55th anniversary. Sadly it was also their final show. … Continue reading Watch: David Gilmour Performs “She Says Good Morning” with the Pretty Things →

50 years after the release of The Band’s iconic sophomore, self-titled album, Robbie Robertson is preparing for the release of a new solo record, due out September 20th via UMe. The 13-track self-produced Sinematic is Robertson’s sixth solo effort. This week Roberston released the first single and opening track, a riveting duet with Van Morrison … Continue reading Listen: Robbie Robertson Releases New Song Featuring Van Morrison, Prepares for Sixth Solo Album →

Van Morrison has released a lyric video for his newest single “Got To Go Where The Love Is”. The track is the latest song to be released from the crooner’s forthcoming album. Due out December 7th, The Prophet Speaks marks Morrison’s 40th studio release. In addition to six Morrison originals (including “Got To Go Where Love … Continue reading Van Morrison: Got To Go Where The Love Is (Lyric Video) →

Van Morrison has released “Transformation,” the first single from his forthcoming album, due out September 22nd. Roll With the Punches is Morrison’s 37th studio album. Along with a few self-written tracks, the album features Morrison’s interpretations of a selection of R&B classics, reconnecting him with music he came of age with in the ’60s. “From … Continue reading Hear Van Morrison’s Brand New Single “Transformation” →

Harmonix Music Systems, the developer of the Rock Band video game, has confirmed 11 songs that will be featured on the game’s soundtrack. The tracks include: “Toys in the Attic” – Aerosmith “Friday I’m In Love” – The Cure “Metropolis – Part 1 The Miracle And The Sleeper” – Dream Theater “The Feast and the … Continue reading Rock Band 4 to Feature Aerosmith, Ozzy Osbourne, Foo Fighters and More →