Sometimes a band will throw around hundreds of name ideas before they finally find the right one that all members can agree on. And in some cases, like with U2 or Styx, it might just be the idea they hate the least. Previously we revealed the original names of 18 famous classic rock bands from … Continue reading Original Names of Famous Classic Rock Bands – Part Two (J-Z) →

January 13, 2003 – Pete Townshend of The Who is arrested on suspicion of downloading child porn. Police officers impound seven computers, but after a four-month investigation, he is cleared of all charges. He claimed he was doing research while writing his autobiography and says he was sexually abused as a child himself. Classic Rock Birthdays January 13, 1959 – James LoMenzo, bass (Megadeth, … Continue reading CDJ Today: January 13 in Classic Rock →

On paper, it seems strange that some groups can keep touring with no original members. But, many of those groups have members that have played with their respective bands for decades and seemingly have become so entrenched that fans don’t realize or care. See what you think as you look at this list of classic … Continue reading 10 Classic Rock Bands with No Original Members →

Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins and his band the Coattail Riders have released the second single “Get the Money” from their forthcoming album by the same name. The new offering from Hawkins’ band is a star-studded affair with The Pretenders’ Chrissie Hynde on backing vocals and The Eagles’ Joe Walsh on guitar alongside Guns N’ … Continue reading Listen: Foo Fighters’ Taylor Hawkins Drops New Single feat: Chrissie Hynde, Joe Walsh, and Duff McKagan →

“There’s such a wide variety of stuff that I’ve done with the band over the years. It’s really crazy, the variety. They’re all kinda different to me, you know, all the albums. They just reflect an era in the band’s growth.” Alan White has been keeping the beat and blazing new musical paths as the … Continue reading Crowning Achievement: Prog Rock Royalty Yes, Asia, John Lodge, Carl Palmer’s ELP Embark on The Royal Affair Tour →

In advance of their North American The Royal Affair Tour with Asia, John Lodge, and Carl Palmer’s Legacy, prog rock pioneers and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Yes have released the mini-documentary, Yes 50: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow.  The nearly 40-minute film, which can be viewed in full in the player below, is a … Continue reading Watch: Yes Releases 50th Anniversary Documentary →

Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Yes have announced a 2019 North American summer concert tour that will see them joined by Asia, The Moody Blues’ John Lodge and Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy. See the trailer for the tour below. “This is a unique celebration of the British contribution to classic rock over many decades,” … Continue reading Yes Announce Summer Tour with Asia, Carl Palmer and More →

The original artwork for Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon is considered to be the single most valuable piece of art in rock history. This iconic image, valued at an unspecified multi-million-dollar figure, will be exhibited and available for purchase at the San Francisco Art Exchange (SFAE) gallery from September 15 to October 20, … Continue reading Iconic ‘Dark Side of the Moon’ Original Artwork on Display in Most Valuable Rock Art Collection Ever Assembled →

Often the most overlooked member of the band, a bassist is the glue that holds the whole musical foundation together.  These deserving players have changed music forever and have elevated the bass player to a place deserving honor and recognition. 20 Gene Simmons (KISS) Maybe this is a sympathy vote, but Simmons revolutionized rock and … Continue reading Top 20 Rock Bassists →

YES (L-R): Geoff Downes, Steve Howe, Alan White, Jon Davison, Billy Sherwood Photo Credit: Glenn Gottlieb Prog rock pioneers YES, have just announced the dates and details for their 50th Anniversary North American tour titled #YES50: Celebrating 50 Years of YES. The 30-plus date tour will kick-off on June 5 & 6 with a two … Continue reading YES Announce ’50 Years of Yes’ Tour Details →