Deep Purple have been forced to postpone their next two shows due to an unspecified medical emergency involving singer Ian Gillan. “With great disappointment, Deep Purple must announce that they are unable to perform as scheduled tonight at the QI Arena (Leipzig) and tomorrow evening at the Sporthalle (Hamburg)” the group announced Saturday morning on […]
Category Archives: Classic Rock
When Phil Collins is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame next month, it will be the second time he’s been honored by the institution. The first nod came in 2010 with Genesis. The English progressive rock legends received a worthy tribute from Phish, who performed two songs that night, including a particularly […]
Triumph has unexpectedly canceled all 17 shows for the second leg of their 2026 reunion tour, which was set to kick off in November. The Canadian hard rock legends released a statement on social media, noting that “due to sudden and unexpected medical circumstances affecting the band,” they were forced to pull the plug on the […]
After nearly three years of not performing, Aerosmith made their return to the stage on Thursday night at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles. But they did not come alone. Also on the bill was a host of famous friends, including but not limited to: Guns N’ Roses, Heart, Warren Haynes, Dave Grohl, Billy Idol, the Black […]
Nikki Sixx is once again defending himself against lingering allegations from former Motley Crue bandmate, Mick Mars. In a since-deleted post on X (reprinted by Consequence), Sixx refuted rumors that session musicians have recorded some of his bass parts, and that he has used pre-recorded tracks during the band’s concerts. The latter rumors were amplified […]
U2 has added 11 new shows to 2027’s Carnaval de Luz Presents: The Greatest Show on Earth World Tour. You can see the band’s complete itinerary below. The newly announced leg will find the band visiting seven European cities, beginning April 26 in Stockholm and concluding July 6 in Milan. A press release announcing the new […]
The Beach Boys have canceled more shows as frontman Mike Love continues to battle health problems. Earlier this month, Love – who already canceled a run of Beach Boys dates due to his undisclosed health condition – returned to the stage with the band during a performance at Nashville’s Ryman Auditorium. The 85-year-old singer was […]
After a monthlong odyssey our Halloween-themed Spookiest Album Cover battle concludes with Black Sabbath squaring off against Iron Maiden. Sabbath’s self-titled 1970 debut album – the one featuring the mysterious witch-like woman on the cover – defeated Frank Zappa, AC/DC, Uriah Heep and Dio to get here. Meanwhile, Iron Maiden’s Killers – featuring an axe-wielding Eddie mid-murder – […]
Slash is past the 15-year mark and looking down the road at 20 when it comes to the solid partnership and friendship he’s forged with Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators. They’re gearing up for a massive 2027 that will feature extensive touring both here and abroad (you can see the dates below) — and a […]
Lita Ford has officially unveiled “Dracula,” the first single from her upcoming album. You can watch a video for the track below. The legendary former Runaways guitarist will celebrate the arrival of the new music by playing a couple of special Halloween weekend concerts. She’ll be in Las Vegas on Oct. 30 and Rancho Mirage, […]










